Virtual Medical Academy

Overview

American Heart Association–Accredited Training & Certification

Batterjee Medical College BMC offers AHA-accredited Basic Life Support BLS courses for students and healthcare providers. Training is delivered on campus by AHA-qualified instructors using high-fidelity manikins and scenario-based practice, so you leave confident and ready to act.

Why choose BLS with AHA at BMC?
- Global recognition: AHA BLS is widely accepted by hospitals, licensing bodies, and academic partners worldwide—ideal for graduates seeking internships, residencies, or employment outside Saudi Arabia.
- Digital eCard: Receive an AHA eCard with QR verification that employers can validate online, reducing onboarding delays.
- Up-to-date science: Content follows the latest AHA Guidelines for CPR and ECC, with frequent updates and strong evidence review.
- Learner resources: Access official AHA materials, videos, and knowledge checks to reinforce skills after the course.
- Pathway to advanced AHA courses: AHA BLS seamlessly ladders into ACLS/PALS and other AHA offerings.
Compared with local certifications (e.g., Saudi Heart Association):
AHA certification is designed for international portability, comes with a globally verifiable eCard, and aligns with AHA’s widely recognized credential pathways. Many learners prefer AHA when planning overseas rotations, fellowships, or employment.

This Activity for

Other health care provider
Respiratory Therapy
Psychology
Podiatry
Physiotherapy
Optometry
Clinical Nutrition
Nursing and Midwifery
Dentistry and Related Specialties
Resident / Fellow
Physician
Pharmacy
Occupational Therapy
Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Non Health Care Provider
Healthcare & Hospital Administration
Health Education
Health Informatics
Speech-Language Pathology
Public and Community Health
Clinical Pharmacy
Medical Education
Emergency Medical Services
Radiological Technology
Audiology
Medical Technology
Social Service
Sociology
Cardiac Perfusion
Technicians and Health Assistants
Dental Technology and Assistants
Educational Institution
Other specializations not eligible for cme

What I will learn?

- High-quality adult, child, and infant CPR
- Effective ventilation with barrier device and bag-mask
- Early use of an AED and safe defibrillation workflow
- Team-based resuscitation roles and closed-loop communication
- Relief of choking (adult/child/infant)

Main Them

Instructor-Led Training (ILT):
Classroom skills practice + assessment

Duration:
Typically, 3–4 hours (skills session) after pre-course work for blended; 5–6 hours for instructor-led.

Language:
English instruction with bilingual support when needed.