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Healthcare Provider BLS: Blended Learning Heart Code Skills Check

 

Healthcare Provider BLS – HeartCode Blended Learning Skills Check

 

Northwest Arctic Region EMS is pleased to offer the AHA HeartCode® BLS Skills Check for healthcare providers and clinical support staff. This session completes the hands-on portion required for the AHA BLS Provider certification.

About This Course

HeartCode BLS is the American Heart Association’s blended learning format. Students first complete the online HeartCode BLS module at their own pace, followed by an in-person skills session with an AHA-certified instructor.

During the hands-on portion, students will practice and then demonstrate CPR competency without assistance, prompting, or coaching. Skills checks typically take 45–60 minutes, but we will spend as much time as needed to ensure confidence and proficiency.

Prerequisites (Must Be Completed Before Class)

  • Purchase HeartCode® BLS online: HeartCode BLS | AHA
  • Complete the online HeartCode BLS course.
  • Print and bring your completion certificate to your skills check.
  • Students without proof of completion must reschedule.

Skills Testing Requirements

To pass the in-person exam, students must successfully demonstrate:

  • 1- and 2-rescuer Adult BLS with AED
  • 1- and 2-rescuer Infant BLS

After Successful Completion

You will receive an email with a link to claim your AHA BLS Provider eCard. Your certification is not active until you claim your eCard.

eCards are typically issued within 30 days of class completion. Maniilaq Regional EMS can assist with eCard issues for the first 90 days. Failure to claim your eCard within 90 days may require retaking the course.

Official AHA Guide to Claiming Your eCard — Click Here

Attendance

If you are more than 10 minutes late without prior notification, you will need to reschedule your skills session.

 

Maniilaq Regional EMS
Regional EMS Office – Kotzebue, Alaska
Phone: (907) 442-7241
Email: nicholas.jicha@maniilaq.org

Emergency Medical Technician I Bridge (EMT I-Bridge)

Emergency Medical Technician I Bridge (EMT-I Bridge)

This EMT-I Bridge course is designed for current ETTs to transition to Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). The State of Alaska provides reduced classroom hours and curriculum for students with a valid, current ETT certification. Scope of practice, responsibility, and on-scene leadership expand significantly at the EMT level. EMTs function as part of a comprehensive EMS response under medical oversight, performing basic interventions with equipment typically found on an ambulance.

Successful course completion makes students eligible to take the State of Alaska EMT certification exams. 

Course Requirements

  • Current, unexpired ETT certification
  • Internet connection
  • Required text (provided)

Attendance

Alaska sets minimum course objectives that must be completed prior to course completion. Each class day includes required content and psychomotor skills; there is no built-in time to make up missed sessions. Punctual attendance is expected. Any student who attends less than 90% of course hours will not be eligible for State testing. If you must miss class, contact your instructor as soon as possible to discuss options for meeting objectives.

Course Documentation

Students must provide all prerequisite documentation by the second class session. Ongoing course records (e.g., skills portfolio sheets) are retained by the student until completion, after which the instructor will upload them to the class file and to the State of Alaska as appropriate.

Student Conduct

Students must arrive for all classes and skills sessions free of drugs or alcohol. Anyone appearing under the influence or otherwise impaired will not be permitted to participate and may be immediately dismissed from the course at the instructor’s discretion.

Grading

State-level outcome is Pass/Fail. Formative assessments are provided to help you track progress; if you identify a weak area, please contact your instructor.

Course Completion Requirements

  • Attend at least 90% of class hours
  • Submit all prerequisite documentation
  • Complete the EMT skills portfolio
  • Pass the State written exam with a score of 70% or higher (up to two retests permitted)
  • Complete the State application

Criminal Background Notice

Convictions of a felony or Class A misdemeanor involving crimes against a person (AS 11.41), crimes against public order (AS 11.61), misconduct involving controlled substances (AS 11.71), or DUI/refusal offenses (AS 28.35.030–.032) may result in the State revoking, suspending, or refusing to issue EMT certification. Certain older convictions may not prevent licensure depending on time elapsed and offense severity. If you have questions, please contact the Maniilaq EMS Office confidentially at (907) 442-7241. (See FAQs.)

Emergency Trauma Technician Initial Course (ETTI)

 

Emergency Trauma Technician (ETT) – Initial Course

Northwest Arctic Region EMS is proud to offer the Emergency Trauma Technician (ETT) Initial Course, taught by State of Alaska– certified instructors. ETT training is widely used across Alaska and can be tailored to meet the needs of communities, high school programs, Community Health Aide Practitioners (CHAP), and industry partners.

This class is intended for students who have never completed ETT certification or for those whose previous ETT card is expired by more than 12 months and are no longer eligible for renewal. The course includes the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers, and both ETT and BLS certifications are valid for two years from the date of issue.

About Your AHA BLS Certification

AHA eCards are issued within 30 days of course completion. Maniilaq Regional EMS can assist with eCard questions within the first 90 days. If an eCard is not claimed within 90 days, students may be required to retake the course.

Official AHA Guide to Claiming Your eCard — Click Here

 

Attendance

Alaska requires completion of all course objectives to be eligible for State testing. Attendance of at least 90% of course hours is mandatory. There is no built-in time to make up missed classes, and punctuality is expected. If you must miss class, contact the instructor immediately to discuss possible options for meeting objectives.

Student Conduct

Students must arrive for all classes and skills sessions free of drugs or alcohol. Anyone appearing under the influence or otherwise impaired will not be permitted to participate and may be immediately dismissed from the course at the instructor’s discretion.

Maniilaq Regional EMS
Regional EMS Office – Kotzebue, Alaska
Phone: (907) 442-7241
Email: nicholas.jicha@maniilaq.org

Emergency Trauma Technician Refresher (ETTR)

Emergency Trauma Technician (ETTR) – Refresher Course

 

Northwest Arctic Region EMS is pleased to offer the Emergency Trauma Technician Refresher Course (ETTR). This course is designed for students who have previously completed an ETT course and are seeking renewal of their certification.

Students are eligible to renew at any time while their ETT certification is current, and for up to 12 months after expiration. This course also includes the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers. Both ETT and BLS certifications are valid for two years from the date they are issued.

About Your AHA BLS eCard

You do not have an active BLS certification until you claim your eCard through the American Heart Association (AHA). eCard links will be sent to the email address you provide during online registration, so please make sure that email is correct and accessible.

Once claimed, all of your AHA certifications (such as BLS, ACLS, PALS, etc.) are stored in your AHA account and can be downloaded as PDFs whenever you need them.

AHA eCards are typically issued within 30 days of the class completion date. Maniilaq Regional EMS is happy to assist if you have questions or problems claiming your eCard during the first 90 days. If you do not claim your eCard within that time, you may be required to retake the course.

Official AHA Guide to Claiming Your eCard — Click Here

 

Attendance

Alaska requires completion of all course objectives to be eligible for State testing. Attendance of at least 90% of course hours is mandatory. There is no built-in time to make up missed classes, and punctuality is expected. If you must miss class, contact the instructor immediately to discuss possible options for meeting objectives.

Student Conduct

Students must arrive for all classes and skills sessions free of drugs or alcohol. Anyone appearing under the influence or otherwise impaired will not be permitted to participate and may be immediately dismissed from the course at the instructor’s discretion.

 

Maniilaq Regional EMS
Regional EMS Office – Kotzebue, Alaska
Phone: (907) 442-7241
Email: nicholas.jicha@maniilaq.org

Emergency Medical Technician 2 (EMT2)

Emergency Medical Technician II (EMT-2)

The EMT-2 course builds upon EMT-1 knowledge and skills, preparing providers for an expanded scope of practice consistent with the State of Alaska EMT-II certification level. This course emphasizes IV/IO therapy, medication administration, and management of medical and trauma emergencies. Students will perform live IV starts on one another as part of required hands-on training.

Prerequisites

  • Current State of Alaska EMT-1 certification
  • Provide your current EMT license number during registration (find it via the Public Portal lookup)
  • Minimum of 10 patient contacts and 5 completed patient care reports (PCRs)
  • Medical Director sponsorship for State license application

Key Topics Include

  • IV/IO initiation and fluid therapy
  • Medication administration including Dextrose, Diphenhydramine, Epinephrine 1 mg/mL (cardiac arrest only), Glucagon, Lidocaine (IO flush), Ondansetron, TXA with facility coordination, and others
  • Operations and documentation

Certification & Licensing

Successful completion of this course qualifies students to test for State of Alaska EMT-II certification. Licensing depends on Medical Director sponsorship and State approval. Testing is delivered in two parts: an EMT-I level exam followed by the EMT-II written exam. Both must be passed with a score of 70% or higher.

Attendance

Alaska requires completion of all course objectives to be eligible for State testing. Attendance of at least 90% of course hours is mandatory. There is no built-in time to make up missed classes, and punctuality is expected. If you must miss class, contact the instructor immediately to discuss possible options for meeting objectives.

Student Conduct

Students must arrive for all classes and skills sessions free of drugs or alcohol. Anyone appearing under the influence or otherwise impaired will not be permitted to participate and may be immediately dismissed from the course at the instructor’s discretion.

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Contact Us

NWAR-EMS, Maniilaq Association
Nicholas Jicha
 PO Box 256
Kotzebue, AK 99752

phone (907)442-7241

We speak with one voice.

The Northwest Arctic Region (NWAR) recognizes and advocates for regional responders but is also part of the larger EMS system Statewide. The seven EMS regions provide critical feedback and serve in an advisory role in collaboration with the State Office of EMS for systems development, certification, data management and licensing.  We speak with one voice is the motto for the Regional Directors to collectively advise in a way that benefits all Alaskans.

 

About Northwest Arctic Region EMS

The Maniilaq Emergency Medical Services (EMS) / Northwest Arctic Region EMS (NWAR-EMS) program strengthens, supports, and develops emergency medical services throughout the Northwest Arctic Region. We serve as the regional resource center for instructors, certifying officers, EMS providers, and community members.

 

NWAR-EMS collaborates closely with the State Office of EMS (SOEMS) and maintains representation on the State Training Committee, State Medical Direction Committee, and the Regional Directors Group. We make up 1/7th of the State of Alaska's regional representation for EMS. Other regions include: Interior Region EMS (IREMS), Sourthern Region EMS (SREMS), Southeast Region EMS (SEREMS), Yukon-Kuskokwim (YK Region),  Norton Sound, and the North Slope Borough. 

 

 

State of Alaska Code Blue Program

In addition to program development and advocacy, NWAR-EMS works with Alaska’s other regional councils to help administer and manage the state wide Code Blue capital grant program — supporting the essential equipment needs of EMS services across Alaska. We accept and evaluate equipment requests annually each spring and advocate for services requests within the Code Blue Steering committee each spring. For more information contact the Northwest Arcitic Regional Office.