- BLS
- Manayunk and Roxborough
BLS Certification for Manayunk and Roxborough
BLS certification for Manayunk and Roxborough: CPR Philadelphia teaches the AHA BLS Provider skills session at 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd in Center City, reached from Manayunk and Roxborough by the Manayunk/Norristown Regional Rail line to Suburban Station. Finish HeartCode BLS online first (sold separately by the AHA), then plan on about 60 minutes in person. The card is valid for 2 years.
Getting here
From Manayunk and Roxborough to 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd
Manayunk and Roxborough sit on the hills above the Schuylkill in Northwest Philadelphia. Roxborough Memorial Hospital at 5800 Ridge Ave has served the area since 1890, and Jefferson's East Falls campus is at 4201 Henry Ave.
- Regional Rail
Ride the Manayunk/Norristown Line from Ivy Ridge, Manayunk or Wissahickon to Suburban Station, which has a street stair at 18th St and JFK Blvd.
- By car
I-76 meets I-676 at a trumpet interchange; I-676 east leaves at 23rd St / Benjamin Franklin Parkway, an eastbound exit only.
- By car
Driving in from the west or north on I-76, take I-676 east; the first exit, 23rd St / Benjamin Franklin Parkway, is an eastbound exit only. I-676 has no exit numbers. Check a live map for current ramps and the last few blocks to JFK Blvd.
- Classroom
- 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd, Suite 307, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Center City)
- Regional Rail
- Suburban Station, street stair at 18th St and JFK Blvd
- SEPTA Metro
- T trolleys at 19th St; L and B at 15th St and City Hall
- By car
- I-676: 23rd St exit eastbound, 22nd St off-ramp westbound
Near you
Hospitals and programs around Manayunk
Why people from Manayunk take BLS
Nurses and clinical staff at Roxborough Memorial Hospital, and Jefferson East Falls health professions students, can ride the Manayunk/Norristown Line to Suburban Station for the 60 minute AHA BLS skills session. Check your employer or program for the exact course name.
Schools and programs
- Thomas Jefferson University, East Falls campus4201 Henry Ave
Hospitals and medical centers
- Roxborough Memorial Hospital5800 Ridge Ave
Named as nearby places, not partners. Check the exact BLS course your employer or school asks for.
The course
AHA BLS Provider in brief
Book your skills session
Pick a date on the booking page. It opens right here on the site.
Do HeartCode BLS online
Buy HeartCode BLS from the American Heart Association, work through it at your own pace and save the certificate of completion.
Come to 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd
Bring your completion certificate. The in-person session is about 60 minutes of hands-on practice and the skills test.
Get your AHA card
Pass the skills test and the AHA BLS Provider card is issued to you as an eCard the same day. It is valid for 2 years.
FAQ
BLS for Manayunk and Roxborough: questions
Where is the nearest BLS class for Manayunk and Roxborough?
At 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd, Suite 307, Philadelphia, PA 19103, in Center City. Ride the Manayunk/Norristown Line from Ivy Ridge, Manayunk or Wissahickon to Suburban Station, which has a street stair at 18th St and JFK Blvd.
How long is the BLS skills session?
About 60 minutes of hands-on practice and testing, after you finish HeartCode BLS online. HeartCode BLS is sold separately by the American Heart Association.
Can I drive to the BLS class from Manayunk and Roxborough?
Driving in from the west or north on I-76, take I-676 east; the first exit, 23rd St / Benjamin Franklin Parkway, is an eastbound exit only. I-676 has no exit numbers. Check a live map for current ramps and the last few blocks to JFK Blvd. Public garages are listed on the blocks around the classroom, including the Penn Center House garage at 1900 JFK Blvd (valet, 7 ft 0 in height limit). Building parking and validation are not confirmed, and garage hours and rates are set by each operator. If you need more before class, Call or text (215) 770-8788.
Which hospitals are near Manayunk and Roxborough?
Roxborough Memorial Hospital (5800 Ridge Ave). They are named as nearby places only; check your employer's exact BLS requirement.
More for Manayunk and Roxborough
Other courses for Manayunk
Other areas