Life Support Classes (BLS, ACLS, PALS and PEARS Certifications) - KP Nurse Scholars Academy | Kaiser Permanente Northern California (2024)

Northern California Kaiser Facilities have resumed all AHA training courses. Courses are being conducted under CDC recommended PPE guidelines. Students are required to bring their own mask and writing utensil. Gloves will be available.

View a list of available classes by facilityandselect the version of the certification you need to complete.

For Employees

Life support certification card renewal

1. Sign up for the appropriate class through Global Medical Response (GMR formerly NCTI) hereand select the version of the certification you need to complete. Please bring proof of current AHA BLS/ACLS/PALS card OR your AHA Heartcode BLS/ACLS/PALS (Part 1) course completion. Download the flyer for more information.
   • For BLS Renewal: All BLS renewals is in-person learning format starting September 1, 2021. HeartCode assignments are no longer required. Please bring your AHA BLS Providers manual to class.
   • ACLS and PALS Renewal: In person classes will be available beginning July 1st. Online pretest is required. (Direction for access will be emailed to you.)
2. For expired (BLS, ACLS or PALS) or new certification request: Click here for more information.
   • If using HeartCode, check to see if you have access to HealthStreamand an assignment loaded in your “To-Do” list.
   • Locate your HealthStream Administrator in the table below and e-mail them for registration assistance. HeartCode assignments must be requested at least 72 hours ahead of a scheduled class to allow time for completion of the online course. You will need to provide the following information:
     • • Name
       • NUID
       • Facility
       • The name of the certification that you need to complete.

     Note: Please allow adequate time to complete the online course prior to your hands-on class. Courses assignments should not be requested on the same day as the selected hands-on class date.

3. Present your completed card to your manager immediately for it to be recorded and validated in eSmartFile Manager and HRconnect.

For Managers

IMPORTANT

• Confirm that MyOrg is current and accurately reflects your direct reports.
• Submit Cards of Completion daily to HR(i.e. BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc.) for validation and updates.
  • Submit in eSmartFile Manager.
    • Download the eSmartFile Job Aid.
  • For questions, please reach out to the local HR Risk Consultant.
• Escalate any barriers or issues to your local leadership.

Life Support and Course Completion Requirements NCAL Regional Policy

• Visit KP NCAL Policy Tech.
• You will be prompted to sign on with your SSO credentials.
• In the Site dropdown menu select “Northern CA Region”
• In the search bar enter: 12125(See snap shot below)

Important Message

Updated May 23, 2022

ALS (ACLS/PALS) Renewal Update

Changes Starting July 2022

• Classes will continue to require HeartCode completion prior to the in-person skills validation through June.
• In person classes will be available beginning July 1, 2022.
• Online pretest required. (Direction for access will be emailed)

BLS – No Changes

• All BLS renewal is in-person learning format starting September 1, 2021. HeartCode assignments will no longer be required.

To register for an available course please click here and select the version of the certification you need to complete.

Resources For Staff

• American Heart Association Class Connector Search
• For SEIU Staff who need AHA classes: HeartShare has a number of AHA courses and continuing education for all eligible SEIU members covered via The Ed Fund.
• The Kaiser Permanente School of Allied Health in Richmond, CA offers BLS HeartCode classes. For more information, please email Tammy Arnold.

Contact

HeartCode for ACLS and PALS Issues

• Contact your facility lead.

GMR (Formerly NCTI) class locations and scheduling

• Visit the Kaiser Employees Continuing Education GMR (formerly NCTI) Portal for a list of available classes across the region.
• Consult with your local DCEPI or DONCP for questions/needs regarding local class options.
• For additional classes: Contact your facility lead.

AHA certification card submissions

• Consult with your local HR Rep.