Fee: $100
Pre-registration required
Register for ACLS RefresherLocation:
5 Eberly Building
Penn State Fayette, The Eberly CampusPre-registration required
Minimum of 180 hours of combined online coursework and in-person skills training
Hybrid format:
Online coursework completed independently
In-person lab and skills sessions held once per week
Upon successful completion, students are eligible to test for National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification and Pennsylvania Department of Health EMT certification
Must be 16 years of age or older
Pennsylvania Department of Health selection process is enforced
Program Dates: February 17 through May 19, 2026
Mandatory Orientation (via Zoom):
February 10, 2026 | 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.In-Person Skills Sessions:
Tuesdays | 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus
5 Eberly BuildingHollidaysburg American Legion Ambulance Service
EMS testing
Course instruction and guided lab sessions
National Registry (NREMT) examination fee
Required learning platform and e-book access
Must be 18 years of age or older
Must hold current PA Department of Health certification as an EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic
Minimum of one year of field experience required
Dates: March 5 through April 16, 2026
Schedule: Thursdays
Delivery Method: Live Zoom instruction
Course Fee: $300
Cost: $70
Pre-registration required
Course Fee: $100
Pre-registration is required.Register for PALS Renewal
Location: Penn State Fayette, 116 Eberly Building or via Live Zoom
Course Fee: $50
CEUs: Approved for 3 continuing education units by the PA Department of Health
Pre-registration is required.
Complete the online HeartCode BLS course at your own pace.
Receive instructions for the in-person skills session.
Schedule and attend your hands-on session to complete the course.
Course Fee: $70
Location for Skills Session: Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus
Pre-registration is required.
Maintain your certification and stay current with the latest American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS guidelines through this ACLS Renewal course offered by Penn State Greater Allegheny Continuing Education.
Designed for paramedics, registered nurses, and physicians, this course focuses on evidence-based practices for managing cardiac emergencies in high-pressure clinical and prehospital settings.
Course Details
Important Pre-Test Information
All participants must complete the required AHA pre-test prior to the first class. Please call 724-430-4217 for instructions on accessing and completing the pre-test.
Ready to renew your ACLS certification?
If you are interested in learning more about ACLS Renewal, fill out the following ACLS Renewal form.
For Healthcare Professionals
The Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider CPR course is designed for healthcare professionals who need to earn or renew BLS certification in accordance with current standards.
This course covers the full range of BLS knowledge and skills, including adult CPR, pediatric basic life support, two-rescuer CPR, and the use of barrier devices. Training also emphasizes the importance of automated external defibrillator (AED) use as a critical component of effective emergency response.
Participants will complete both a written exam and a hands-on skills evaluation to successfully earn certification.
Course Details
Build a strong foundation in prehospital emergency medical services with Penn State Greater Allegheny’s EMT program, designed to prepare students for real-world emergency response and national certification.
This course follows established EMS procedures and provides the essential knowledge and hands-on skills required to begin a career in emergency medical services.
Register for the February EMT
Program Overview
Prerequisites
Schedule and Important Dates
In-Person Training Locations
(Choose one location for Tuesday sessions)
Course Fee
$700
Course fee includes:
Students are responsible for:
Many US states and territories require professional licensure/certification to be employed. If you plan to pursue employment in a licensed profession after completing this program, please visit the Professional Licensure/Certification Disclosures by State interactive map.
The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Instructor course prepares experienced EMS professionals to teach and lead in the evolving field of prehospital care.
Participants will explore educational psychology, effective teaching strategies, and instructional methods across the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains. The course emphasizes hands-on practice, with students developing and delivering oral and practical lessons, participating in peer feedback, and refining their instructional approach.
Additional topics include strategies for working with both challenging and high-performing students, as well as updates on current trends and developments in emergency medical services.
Prerequisites & Eligibility
AHA Requirement
Participants must complete the AHA BLS Instructor Essentials course online prior to the start of class (not included in tuition) or provide proof of current BLS Instructor certification.
For additional details, please call 724-430-4217.
Course Details
Course Fee & Materials
Textbook Required (not included in course fee):
Foundations of Education – Third Edition
ISBN: 9781284145168
The textbook is available online through the Penn State Bookstore.
For Community Members
The Heartsaver CPR course is designed for lay rescuers who want the knowledge and confidence to respond to cardiac emergencies. This training focuses on primary prevention, recognizing the signs of a heart attack, and responding to sudden cardiac arrest in adults.
Ideal for family members and friends of high-risk individuals, school personnel, students, employees, and members of the general public, this course offers a practical and efficient way to learn lifesaving skills. Instruction may also include the use of barrier devices.
Formal written and skills exams are not required. Instead, hands-on practice and guided feedback are used to reinforce learning and build confidence.
Course Details
Maintain your PALS certification and stay current with the latest American Heart Association (AHA) guidelinesthrough this PALS Renewal course, designed for paramedics, registered nurses, and physicians.
This course ensures that healthcare professionals remain confident in recognizing and responding to pediatric emergencies, with both cognitive and hands-on skills reinforced.
Course Details
Pre-Test Requirement
All participants must complete the required AHA pre-test prior to the first class. Call 724-430-4227 for instructions and assistance.
Ready to renew your PALS certification?
If you are interested in learning more about PALS Renewal, fill out the following PALS Renewal form.
This training program equips first responders with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize, assess, and respond to substance-related emergencies. Participants will learn about current substances of use, their pharmacological effects, and strategies for providing safe and effective care.
This course is ideal for emergency personnel looking to enhance their response capabilities and stay up-to-date with best practices in substance use intervention.
Course Details
HeartCode BLS is the American Heart Association’s (AHA) blended learning method for Basic Life Support (BLS), designed to give healthcare providers flexibility while maintaining high-quality resuscitation training.
Participants complete the online portion at their own pace and then attend a hands-on skills session at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus to practice and demonstrate essential BLS skills. Access to the BLS Provider Manual eBook (20-3102) is included. This course is updated with the latest science from the 2020 AHA Guidelines for CPR and ECC.