American Heart Association
CPR Certification Near Pittsburgh
Premium AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS training designed for healthcare professionals, travel nurses, and medical providers in Greensburg and the greater Pittsburgh area.
AHA Certification Courses
We offer official American Heart Association courses tailored for healthcare providers who require certification for employment, clinicals, or school. All courses include same-day AHA eCards upon successful completion.
BLS Certification
Initial & Renewal
Basic Life Support is designed for healthcare professionals, EMTs, and nursing students. Learn high-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants, plus AED use and choking relief.
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Initial & Renewal
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support is required for nurses, physicians, and paramedics working in intensive care or emergency environments. Covers advanced resuscitation and team dynamics.
View SchedulePALS Certification
Initial & Renewal
Pediatric Advanced Life Support is for medical providers responding to emergencies in infants and children. Focuses on systematic pediatric assessment and advanced interventions.
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Our small class sizes (strictly limited to 6 students) ensure you receive the personalized attention and hands-on practice you deserve without feeling rushed or crowded.
Hospital Classes Full? Get Certified Fast.
Many healthcare professionals cannot get into hospital CPR training classes because they are full or scheduled weeks away. When you have strict deadlines, waiting isn't an option.
Dr R CPR Training offers official American Heart Association certification for healthcare professionals who need BLS, ACLS, or PALS certification quickly for employment or orientation.
Small Class Sizes
Personalized instruction
Same-Day Cards
Leave certified today
Travel Nurses & Healthcare Pros
Many travel nurses and healthcare professionals working in the Pittsburgh region rely on our training center for their critical certifications. Whether you need fast certification before a new travel contract or require credentials for upcoming hospital orientation, we know your deadlines are strict.
Our efficient, small-group structure ensures you get your official AHA card the same day, keeping you compliant and ready for your next hospital assignment without delays.
Nursing Students & EMTs
BLS certification for nursing students is frequently required before clinical rotations begin. We provide a low-stress, highly educational environment tailored for trainees who need to fulfill their clinical requirements.
Don't wait until the last minute before your semester starts. Our convenient weekend schedule is designed to accommodate full-time students who need to secure their AHA BLS certification.
Meet Your Instructor
Dr. Michael Rietscha, DNP, MSN, RN, EMT-B, TECC
With extensive experience spanning from emergency medical services to advanced nursing practice, Dr. Rietscha is an expert nurse educator and certified American Heart Association instructor.
His passion lies in teaching small group CPR classes specifically designed for healthcare professionals, physicians, EMTs, and nursing students. By keeping class sizes strictly limited, he ensures every student receives the hands-on instruction and personalized feedback required to truly master life-saving interventions.
Serving Healthcare Professionals Across the Pittsburgh Region
Dr R CPR Training is proud to provide top-rated CPR classes near Pittsburgh. Located in Greensburg, our AHA training center is highly accessible for healthcare providers requiring AHA BLS certification Pittsburgh, ACLS certification near Pittsburgh, or those looking for BLS renewal near Pittsburgh and ACLS renewal near Pittsburgh.
Service Areas Include:
- Greensburg
- Pittsburgh
- Monroeville
- Murrysville
- Irwin
- Latrobe
- Westmoreland County
- Allegheny County
Why Travel to Greensburg?
Many medical providers travel to our Greensburg training site to ensure they receive high-quality PALS certification Westmoreland County. The personalized instruction and small class sizes are well worth the short drive from Pittsburgh!
What Our Students Say
Sarah Chen
RN
"Dr. Rietscha's ACLS course was fantastic. The exceptionally clear instruction and small class size made it easy to ask questions and get direct feedback. The hands-on learning really boosted my confidence for emergency situations on the floor."
Mark Johnson
Paramedic
"I've taken many PALS and ACLS courses, but this was by far the best. The small group environment meant we didn't have to wait around to use the manikins. Dr. Rietscha provides top-notch, hands-on instruction that is clear and relevant."
Emily Carter
Nursing Student
"As a nursing student, I was nervous about my BLS certification, but Dr R CPR Training made it so approachable. The strict 6-student limit allowed for plenty of hands-on practice, and the instruction was incredibly clear and supportive."
Class Schedule
Classes are strictly limited to 6 students to guarantee personalized, hands-on instruction. Because of this small class size, classes fill quickly. We highly encourage nursing students to reserve their seat early!
Saturdays
Weekly1:00 PM
BLS Certification
AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
Sundays
Alternating1:00 PM
ACLS or PALS Certification
Alternating Advanced Life Support courses
Registration Policy: Due to our strict 6-student limit ensuring optimal instructor-to-student ratios, full payment is required to reserve your seat. Same-day AHA certification cards are issued upon successful course completion.
Emergency Certification Scheduling
Dr R CPR Training offers American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, serving the Pittsburgh area.
Emergency certification scheduling may be available when certification is needed quickly due to sudden employment requirements, hospital orientation, fast-approaching travel nurse contracts, or strict nursing school clinical deadlines.
Program Benefits
- Small class sizes limited to 6 students
- Hands-on training
- Same-day AHA certification cards
- Instruction by an experienced nurse educator
Contact the training center immediately to check availability for emergency certification classes!
Training Site & Contact
Conveniently located for healthcare professionals across the Greater Pittsburgh region.
Training Location
Dr R CPR Training
319 Bovard Luxor Road
Greensburg, PA 15601
Areas Served
- Greensburg, PA
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Westmoreland County
- Allegheny County
Ready to Get Certified for Clinicals?
We encourage nursing students to reserve their seat early because classes fill quickly. Spaces are strictly limited to 6 students to ensure personalized instruction.
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