Programs and Courses Offered

Basic Life Support Certification

Heart to Heart Academy offers Basic Life Certification Support through the American heart Association. Certification is valid for 2 years and requires re-certification on or before the date it is issued. Basic Life Support (BLS) is a certification that involves 4 hours of training. BLS is a requirement of most clinical health professionals and public safety personnel. It is also requirement for many jobs to include volunteer work, medical/nursing school, lifeguards, coaches, and some teachers.

During this training, you will learn basic life-saving skills to resuscitate, and help a person who is experiencing Cardiac arrest, respiratory difficulty and other life threating illness that require immediate medical attention.

Class cost $70


2024 Schedule


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2023 Schedule


*2:30 PM Classes*


Dates
January 28th
March 4th
April 29th
July 1st
October 28th

Basic Life Support Re-Certification

BLS re-certification courses allows an individual to update their skills, refresh your memory and extend certification by two years. Intended for those whose credentials are still valid (or within 30 days of expiring), this BLS renewal courses makes it possible to avoid a lapse in certification.

Student must bring valid/current American heart Association BLS card to class.

Class cost $65


2024 Schedule


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2023 Schedule



*9 AM and 6 PM Classes*


Dates
January 23rd
February 27th
April 24th
May 22nd
June 26th
July 31st
September 11th
October 23rd
December 11th

Certified Nursing Assistant

What is a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)?

Certified nursing assistant is an individual that provides one-on-one care for the sick, elderly and those rehabilitating from illness or injury; under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Certified nursing assistants play an essential role of any health care facility and when performing CNA duties effectively, CNAs can help save lives.

Who needs CNA Training?

  • Any individual interested in entering or applying for nursing school in Colorado must have CNA certification upon starting nursing school.
  • Individuals interested in the medical field and would like to start their career at the entry level.

What does CNA training involve?

CNA course through Heart to Heart Academy is a 4-week course, that is accredited by Department of Nursing (DORA). Curriculum comprises classroom, laboratory and Clinical instruction in covering basic nursing skills, personal care skills, psychological and mental health needs, care of the cognitively impaired, basic restorative services and promotion of client rights.

Topics covered include the following:

  • Taking vital signs.
  • Managing infection control.
  • Transferring a patient from their bed to a chair.
  • Assisting patients with some of their daily living activities (eating, drinking, using the restroom, bathing, brushing their teeth, etc.).
  • Looking after resident safety.
  • Safety in the workplace.
  • Understanding a patient’s cultural and spiritual needs.

After completion of Heart to Heart CNA program, students are approved for CNA state exam. Passing the CNA exam is the last step in becoming a certified nurse aide.


In-Person 2024 Schedule



Start End
January 8th February 2nd
February 12th March 8th
April 1st April 26th
May 6th May 31st
June 10th July 5th
July 15th August 9th
September 9th October 4th
October 14th November 8th
November 11th December 13th

Online 2024 Schedule



Start End
January 22nd February 18th
February 19th March 17th
April 22nd May 19th
May 27th June 23rd
June 24th July 21st
August 26th September 22nd
October 21st November 17th

Spanish In-Person 2024 Schedule



9 AM to 2 PM Classes

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday


Start End
May 13th June 14th
August 5th September 6th
October 7th November 8th

In-Person 2023 Schedule



Start End
January 2nd January 27th
February 6th March 3rd
April 3rd April 28th
May 1st May 26th
June 5th June 30th
July 10th August 4th
August 21st September 15th
October 2nd October 27th
** November 6th December 8th

** 11/20 - 11/24 CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY BREAK


Online 2023 Schedule



Start End
January 16th February 12th
February 20th March 19th
April 17th May 14th
June 19th July 16th
July 17th August 13th
September 11th October 8th
October 16th November 12th

Nursing Class Prerequisites Prep

Human Anatomy and Physiology I

Anatomy and Physiology I is the first of a two-course sequence examining the terminology, structure, function, and interdependence of the human body systems. It includes a study of the cells, chemistry, and tissues of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems.

Heart to Heart Academy has designed this prep class as a way for student to become familiar with terms, course objections and jump start their learning experience. This is a 2.5-hour course taught by a Nurse Practitioner.

Class cost $50


Human Anatomy and Physiology II

Anatomy and Physiology II is the second of a two-course sequence. Human Anatomy and Physiology II focus on the major parts of the body and how they work independently as well as together.

Heart to Heart Academy has designed this prep class as a way for student to build from Human Anatomy and Physiology I and expand in knowledge into critical thinking needed for Human Anatomy and physiology II. This is a 2.5-hour course taught by a Nurse Practitioner.

Class cost $50


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Próximamente BLS en español

Heart to Heart Academy ofrece soporte básico de certificación de vida a través de la Asociación Americana del Corazón. La certificación es válida por 2 años y requiere una recertificación en o antes de la fecha en que se emite. El Soporte Vital Básico (BLS) es una certificación de 4 horas de capacitación. BLS es un requisito de la mayoría de los profesionales de la salud clínica y el personal de seguridad pública. También es necesario que muchos trabajos incluyan trabajo voluntario, escuela de medicina/enfermería, socorristas, entrenadores y algunos maestros.

Durante este entrenamiento, aprenderás habilidades básicas para salvar vidas para reanimar, o ayudarás a una persona que está experimentando paro cardíaco, dificultad respiratoria y otras enfermedades que amenazan la vida que requieren atención médica inmediata.

Class cost $45