The American Heart Association offers essential life support courses, including BLS, ACLS, and PALS, which align with the latest CPR and ECC guidelines. These courses teach critical skills like high-quality CPR, AED use, and team dynamics, preparing students for emergencies in prehospital and in-facility environments. The goal is to enhance the ability of healthcare providers and lay rescuers to save lives. The courses include hands-on skills practice, testing, and a written exam. This training is crucial for professionals and is provided in locations such as San Jose. The Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED course is also available for those with little or no medical training, covering basic first aid, CPR, and AED use, resulting in a two-year certification upon successful completion.