Community Training Center/CPR Training
Knowing how to respond in an emergency can save a life; let us teach you how.
The MTC Community Training Center provides accredited emergency training in a welcoming, interactive environment.
American Heart Association (AHA) Certified Courses:
Flexible Blended Learning: Our most popular courses use a convenient combination of online learning and in-person instruction. All other courses are in-person learning. Every student will complete a hands-on, in-person skills assessment with our certified instructors to ensure complete confidence and readiness.
Every class is taught according to the latest American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines. Please select from our list of training courses below to learn more and begin your certification.
Location & Contact:
Manatee Technical College East Campus
Charlie Wells Law Enforcement and Allied Health Building
5540 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
941-752-8100
mtccommunitytraining@manateeschools.net
ACLS HeartCode Course Online with In-Person Skills
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) covers the advanced management of adult cardiac arrest, stroke, acute coronary syndrome, dysrhythmias, and post-cardiac-arrest care, with a strong emphasis on team dynamics.
What Is HeartCode ACLS? HeartCode ACLS is a blended learning course that allows you to complete your ACLS Provider or Renewal certification in two convenient parts:
Part 1: Complete the Online Course (Required First)
Before attending the hands-on skills session, you must purchase and complete the self-paced HeartCode ACLS online course. All materials are included in the cost of the course. Offered through Manatee Technical College using the Canvas platform, this interactive course includes:
Once payment has been completed, you will receive an email with the course link and access code. After successfully completing the online portion, you will receive an AHA HeartCode ACLS Course Completion Certificate.
Part 2: Register for Your Hands-On Skills Session:
Once the online course is complete, use the link in Canvas to register for your instructor-led, hands-on skills session (approximately 1–2 hours). During this session, you will practice and demonstrate your ACLS skills with our certified instructors.
Please note: You will be required to upload your AHA HeartCode ACLS Course Completion Certificate when registering for the skills session.
You must successfully complete both the online course and the in-person skills session to receive your American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS Provider eCard, which is valid for two years.
Location & Contact:
Manatee Technical College East Campus
Charlie Wells Law Enforcement and Allied Health Building
5540 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 752-8100
mtccommunitytraining@manateeschools.net
BLS HeartCode Course Online with In-Person Skills
Basic Life Support (BLS) is the foundation for saving lives during cardiac arrest and other life-threatening emergencies.
What Is HeartCode BLS?
HeartCode BLS is a blended learning course that allows you to complete your BLS Provider or Renewal certification in two convenient parts:
Part 1: Complete the Online Course (Required First)
Before attending the hands-on skills session, you must purchase and complete the self-paced HeartCode BLS online course. All materials are included in the cost of the course. Offered through Manatee Technical College using the Canvas platform, this interactive course includes:
Once payment has been completed, you will receive an email with the course link and access code. After successfully completing the online portion, you will receive an AHA HeartCode BLS Course Completion Certificate.
Part 2: Register for Your Hands-On Skills Session
Once the online course is complete, use the link in Canvas to register for your instructor-led, hands-on skills session (approximately 1–2 hours). During this session, you will practice and demonstrate your BLS skills with our certified instructors.
Please note: You will be required to upload your AHA HeartCode BLS Course Completion Certificate when registering for the skills session.
You must successfully complete both the online course and the in-person skills session to receive your American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider eCard, which is valid for two years.
Location & Contact:
Manatee Technical College East Campus
Charlie Wells Law Enforcement and Allied Health Building
5540 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 752-8100
mtccommunitytraining@manateeschools.net
Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor Course in Person
MTC’s BLS Instructor Course prepares qualified individuals to teach Basic Life Support (BLS) courses.
What Is the BLS Instructor Course?
Participants learn effective teaching techniques, course administration, skills evaluation, and how to provide appropriate feedback as a BLS Instructor while following American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines. Successful completion of the course qualifies participants to teach AHA BLS courses through an approved AHA Training Center.
Course Registration (Required First)
Before attending this in-person class, you must register and purchase the BLS Instructor course. All materials are included in the cost of the course. Once payment has been completed, you will receive an email with full course details.
You must successfully complete the in-person course to receive your American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Instructor eCard, which is valid for two years.
Location & Contact:
Manatee Technical College East Campus
Charlie Wells Law Enforcement and Allied Health Building
5540 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 752-8100
mtccommunitytraining@manateeschools.net
Basic Life Support (BLS) Essentials Course Online
MTC’s BLS Essentials Course provides participants with the essential knowledge and skills needed to recognize life-threatening emergencies and respond appropriately.
What Is BLS Essentials? Participants learn high-quality CPR, AED use, choking relief, and basic life support techniques for adults, children, and infants. This course is designed for individuals who need foundational CPR and basic life support training.
Part 1: Complete the Online Course (Required First)
Before attending the hands-on skills session, you must purchase and complete the self-paced BLS Essentials online course. All materials are included in the cost of the course. Offered through Manatee Technical College using the Canvas platform, this interactive course includes:
Once payment has been completed, you will receive an email with the course link and access code. After successfully completing the online portion, you will receive an AHA BLS Essentials Course Completion Certificate.
Part 2: Register for Your Hands-On Skills Session
Once the online course is complete, use the link in Canvas to register for your instructor-led, hands-on skills session (approximately 1–2 hours). During this session, you will practice and demonstrate your BLS skills with our certified instructors.
Please note: You will be required to upload your AHA BLS Essentials Course Completion Certificate when registering for the skills session.
You must successfully complete both the online course and the in-person skills session to receive your American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Essentials Provider eCard, which is valid for two years.
Location & Contact:
Manatee Technical College East Campus
Charlie Wells Law Enforcement and Allied Health Building
5540 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 752-8100
mtccommunitytraining@manateeschools.net
Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Course in-Person
MTC’s BLS Provider Course teaches the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize life-threatening emergencies, perform high-quality CPR, use an AED, and provide relief of choking.
What Is the BLS Provider Course?
This course is designed for healthcare professionals and other personnel who need to know how to perform CPR and other basic cardiovascular life support skills in a variety of settings.
Course Registration (Required First)
Before attending this in-person class, you must register and purchase the BLS Provider course. All materials are included in the cost of the course. Once payment has been completed, you will receive an email with full course details.
You must successfully complete this in-person course to receive your American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider eCard, which is valid for two years.
Location & Contact:
Manatee Technical College East Campus
Charlie Wells Law Enforcement and Allied Health Building
5540 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 752-8100
mtccommunitytraining@manateeschools.net
HeartCode Heartsaver CPR AED FA Course Online with In-Person Skills
Heartsaver is CPR AED and First Aid for people with little or no medical training. This course will allow you to provide aid in an emergency until help can arrive.
What Is HeartCode Heartsaver? HeartCode Heartsaver is a blended learning course that allows you to complete your Heartsaver or Renewal certification in two convenient parts:
Part 1: Complete the Online Course (Required First)
Before attending the hands on skills session, you must purchase and complete the self paced HeartCode Heartsaver online course. All materials are included in the cost of the course. Offered through Manatee Technical College using the Canvas platform, this interactive course includes:
Once payment has been completed, you will receive an email with the course link and access code. After successfully completing the online portion, you will receive an AHA HeartCode Heartsaver Course Completion Certificate.
Part 2: Register for Your Hands-On Skills Session
Once the online course is complete, use the link in Canvas to register for your instructor led, hands on skills session (approximately 1–2 hours). During this session, you will practice and demonstrate your Heartsaver skills with our certified instructors.
Please note: You will be required to upload your AHA HeartCode Heartsaver Course Completion Certificate when registering for the skills session.
You must successfully complete both the online course and the in-person skills session to receive your American Heart Association (AHA) Heartsaver eCard, which is valid for two years.
Location & Contact:
Manatee Technical College East Campus
Charlie Wells Law Enforcement and Allied Health Building
5540 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 752-8100
mtccommunitytraining@manateeschools.net
Safe Sitter Program for Students
MTC’s Safe Sitter program teaches young teens the essential skills needed to safely care for children.
Safe Sitter One-Day Course:
Participants learn basic childcare, safety and injury prevention, behavior management, emergency preparedness, and how to respond to common situations that may occur while babysitting. The course also covers business basics, including how to communicate with families and be a responsible babysitter.
Safe Sitter Camp:
The Safe Sitter Camp provides a fun, interactive learning experience that prepares young teens to become safe, responsible, and confident babysitters. Through hands-on activities and age-appropriate instruction, participants learn childcare skills, safety and injury prevention, behavior management, emergency response, and basic first aid concepts. The camp combines education, practice, and activities in a camp-style format.
Course Registration (Required First):
Before attending either in-person class, you must register and purchase the Safe Sitter or Safe Sitter Camp course. All course materials are included in the cost of the course. Once payment has been completed, you will receive an email with full course details.
Location & Contact:
Manatee Technical College East Campus
Charlie Wells Law Enforcement and Allied Health Building
5540 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 752-8100
mtccommunitytraining@manateeschools.net
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Disclaimer: The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the Association.
Have Questions? Contact us!
Manatee Technical College
Community Training Center/CPR Training
5540 Lakewood Ranch Blvd,
Charlie Wells Law Enforcement and Allied Health Building,
Bradenton, FL 34211
Call 941.752.8100
Email: MTCCommunityTraining@manateeschools.net
Today’s childcare recommendations have changed, and this class helps grandparents stay up to date. Taught by a Registered Nurse and certified Safe Sitter® Instructor, this course covers modern safety practices, behavior management, CPR, first aid, and tips for building strong grandparent-child relationships.
For full program details, upcoming class dates, locations, and registration, visit the Safe Sitter Program page