4600 S Nathan Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
Call/Text 605-371-2276
Heartstarters provides renewal classes and Blended learning classes.
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Need to renew your certification? Take a renewal class and bring your student manual with you or purchase one at class.
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New certification, expired for a long time or want to take your written test online take the Blended Learning Program. No student manual required
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AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider Renewal
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AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider Blended Learning
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AHA ACLS Renewal
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AHA ACLS Blended Learning
There is a $10.00 cancellation fee for any course registrations.
Course Dates for
1 AHA BLS For Healthcare Provider Renewal
Heartstarters does not cancel classes but I want you to stay safe. If weather makes
travel unsafe consider moving your registration into another class.
2026 Dates:
Wednesday, February 4th, 2:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, February 21st, 8:00-10:00 AM
Friday, February 27th, 2:00-4:00 PM
Monday, March 16th, 2:00-5:00 PM
Friday, March 27th, 2:00-5:00 PM
Saturday March 28th, 8:00-11:00 AM
Thursday, April 16th, 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Saturday, April 18th, 8:00-11:00 AM
Monday, April 27th, 2:00-5:00 PM
Saturday, May 9th, 8:00-11:00 AM
Thursday, May 21st, 2:00-5:00 PM
Saturday, May 30th, 8:00-11:00 AM
More dates TBA
Class will be held at:
Heartstarters
4600 S Nathan Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
1. AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider Renewal
AHA mandates student manuals for all courses.
You may bring your own student manual the current one is Product Number: Product Number : 25-1102 ISBN : 978-1-68472-310-2
Course fee if you bring your book is $75.00
A student manual is available for purchase at class for $26.00. Student manual + class = $101.
To order a student manual prior to class, order from AHA http://www.shopcpr.heart.org price is $19.65 plus tax & shipping.
If you have an ebook you need to bring the device you will read it on.
2. AHA BLS Blended Learning Program (Heartcode BLS)
Online Program + Classroom Skills Testing
This course is accepted for college courses and licensing boards because you have skills testing with an AHA instructor
Register for the BLS Blended Learning course and submit payment for the full package below.
Once your payment is processed, you'll receive a link to complete the HeartCode BLS online assignment.
After finishing the online course, print your completion certificate and bring it to the in-person class on your selected date. You'll review and practice the skills learned online, followed by a hands-on skills test.
The online portion takes approximately 2 hours to complete.
Total cost: $135.00
Includes:
✔️ HeartCode BLS online course
✔️ In-person skills practice
✔️ Skills testing session
✔️ Official AHA certification card issued the same day as skills testing
Please note: The online program is non-refundable once it has been activated.
Please Note: The HeartCode BLS online program is non-refundable once accessed. If you cancel after the program has been issued, the cost of the HeartCode program will be deducted from refund in addition to a $10.00 cancellation fee.
Choose the skills session that works best for you.
Course Dates for
2. AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider Blended Learning
Heartstarters does not cancel classes but I want you to stay safe. If weather makes
travel unsafe consider moving your registration into another class.
Facemasks are optional.
2026 Dates:
Wednesday, February 4th, 2:00-3:30 PM
Saturday, February 21st, 8:00-9:30 AM
Friday, February 27th, 2:00-3:30 PM
Monday, March 16th, 2:00-4:00 PM
Friday, March 27th, 2:00-4:00 PM
Saturday March 28th, 8:00-10:00 AM
Thursday, April 16th, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Saturday, April 18th, 8:00-10:00 AM
Monday, April 27th, 2:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, May 9th, 8:00-10:00 AM
Thursday, May 21st, 2:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, May 30th, 8:00-10:00 AM
More Dates TBA
Class will be held at:
Heartstarters
4600 S Nathan Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
3. AHA ACLS Renewal
AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) renewal program
ACLS renewal without BLS options
4 hour course
2 year AHA certificate included
$150.00 if you bring a current student manual.
$205. if you purchase your student manual at class.
New ACLS/BLS Combination course
ACLS/BLS combo course 5.5 hours
$225. ACLS and BLS combination course if you bring your own manuals
$306. ACLS and BLS combination course if you purchase manuals at class.
Student manuals are mandated by AHA.
Product Number : 25-1106 ISBN : 978-1-68472-295-2
See back of the student manual botton right hand corner.
**It is mandatory to take the pretest and pass by 70%. Do the precourse work which will include videos and questions.
Bring the pretest to class with you.**
Here is how to do this;
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Find the course name: ACLS Precourse Self-Assessment and Precourse Work
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Also look at the IO and Coping with Death videos
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Once you find your course, select Launch Course to begin.
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Note: If you haven't already logged in, the system will ask you to do so. If you haven't visited the site before, you'll be prompted to set up an account.
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When doing the precourse work make sure you minimize the video so you can click on the forward button to answer questions after each video.
2026 Dates for AHA ACLS Renewal:
Wednesday, February 4th, ACLS and BLS Combination course 8:00-1:30 PM
Wednesday, February 4th, ACLS update course Only 8:00-12:00 PM
Friday, February 27th, ACLS & BLS Combination course, 8:00-1:30 PM
Friday, February 27, ACLS update course Only 8:00-12:00 PM
Monday, March 16th, ACLS & BLS Combination course, 8:00-1:30 PM
Monday, March 16th, ACLS update course Only 8:00-12:00 PM
Friday, March 27th, ACLS & BLS Combination course, 8:00-1:30 PM
Friday, March 27, ACLS update course Only 8:00-12:00 PM
Additional Dates TBA
Class will be held at:
Heartstarters
4600 S Nathan Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
Register Here
There is a $10.00 cancellation fee per registration.
4. AHA ACLS Blended Learning (Heartcode ACLS)
This is a great option for first-time ACLS students or those with an expired certification. The blended learning format combines online coursework with in-person skills practice and testing.
Your online program includes access to the current student e-manual. Expect to spend about 6.5 hours completing the online portion, followed by a 3.5-hour in-person session for hands-on practice and skills testing.
This format is a time-saving alternative to the traditional 16-hour classroom course.
Note: HeartCode ACLS is not required for renewing a current ACLS certification.
Course Fee: $305.00
Includes:
✔️ AHA HeartCode ACLS online course
✔️ In-person skills practice and testing
✔️ Official AHA ACLS certification card you will receive after skills testing
The ACLS student manual is provided as an eBook within your online course and remains accessible for up to two years.
Complete the online HeartCode ACLS course at your own pace. Once finished, attend the in-person session where we'll review your algorithms, practice key skills, and complete your hands-on testing.
Already completed the HeartCode ACLS online course?
Select “Skills Only” from the dropdown menu when registering. Be sure to bring your HeartCode certificate of completion to class.
Need to add BLS Renewal?
There will be a short break between ACLS and BLS testing. You’ll need:
• A current BLS student manual
• To complete the hands-on infant/child skills test and a written exam (you may use your manual during the test)
BLS Renewal Pricing:
• $75 – If you bring your own manual
• $101 – If you need to purchase a manual in class
Interested in BLS Blended Learning instead?
You may register for the BLS blended option for $115. Please note: this format requires a longer break (up to 30 minutes) between ACLS and BLS sessions due to online prep and testing times.
2026 Skills Testing Dates for AHA ACLS Blended Learning Program:
These are the ACLS blended learning. BLS is not mandatory just an add on option.
See drop down box on registration form.
Friday, February 27th, 8:00-11:30 AM
Friday, February 27, Optional BLS class Add on 12:30-1:00
Monday, March 16th, 8:00-11:30 AM
Monday, March 16th, Optional BLS class Add on 12:30-1:00
Friday, March 27th, 8:00-11:30 AM
Friday, March 27, Optional BLS class Add on 12:30-1:00
Thursday, April 16th, 8:00-11:30 AM
Thursday, April 16th, Optional BLS class Add on 12:30-1:00
Monday, April 27th, 8:00-11:30 AM
Monday, April 27, Optional BLS class Add on 12:30-1:00
Wednesday, May 6th, 8:00-11:30 AM
Wednesday, May 6th, Optional BLS class Add on 12:30-1:00
Thursday, May 21st, 8:00-11:30 AM
Thursday, May 21st, Optional BLS class Add on 12:30-1:00
Additional Dates TBA
Class will be held at
Heartstarters
4600 S Nathan Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
Please Note: The HeartCode ACLS online program is non-refundable once accessed. If you cancel after the program has been issued, the cost of the HeartCode program will be deducted from refund in addition to a $10.00 cancellation fee.
