- BLS
- Rittenhouse and Center City West
BLS Certification for Rittenhouse and Center City West
BLS certification for Rittenhouse and Center City West: CPR Philadelphia teaches the AHA BLS Provider skills session at 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd in Center City, reached from Rittenhouse by the T trolleys to 19th Street station, or on foot. 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 Rittenhouse to 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd
Rittenhouse and the rest of Center City West surround the classroom. Comcast Center at 1701 JFK Blvd is one block east, the Comcast Technology Center rises at 1800 Arch St, and the T trolleys stop under Market St at 19th St.
- SEPTA Metro T
The T1 to T5 trolleys stop at 19th Street station, under Market St at 19th St, close to the 1800 block of JFK Blvd.
- Regional Rail
Suburban Station has a street stair at the southeast corner of 18th St and JFK Blvd, plus entrances at 16th and 17th Sts.
- 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 Rittenhouse
Why people from Rittenhouse take BLS
Nurses and techs at Jefferson and Pennsylvania Hospital who live in Rittenhouse can renew AHA BLS without leaving Center City West. HeartCode BLS is done at home, and the skills session is about 60 minutes.
Hospitals and medical centers
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital111 S 11th St, a Level I trauma center
- Pennsylvania Hospital800 Spruce St, Penn Medicine
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 Rittenhouse and Center City West: questions
Where is the nearest BLS class for Rittenhouse and Center City West?
At 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd, Suite 307, Philadelphia, PA 19103, in Center City. The T1 to T5 trolleys stop at 19th Street station, under Market St at 19th St, close to the 1800 block of 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 Rittenhouse and Center City West?
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 Rittenhouse and Center City West?
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (111 S 11th St, a Level I trauma center); Pennsylvania Hospital (800 Spruce St, Penn Medicine). They are named as nearby places only; check your employer's exact BLS requirement.
More for Rittenhouse and Center City West
Other courses for Rittenhouse
Other areas
BLS for other areas
Sources for the facts on this page
- 19th Street station, SEPTA Metro T (Wikipedia)
- SubwayNut, Suburban Station entrances and concourse
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (Wikipedia)
- Pennsylvania Hospital, 800 Spruce St (Wikipedia)
- Comcast Center, 1701 JFK Blvd (Wikipedia)
- Comcast Technology Center, 1800 Arch St (Wikipedia)
- Jefferson, We Are Jefferson 2024 (PDF)