- BLS
- University Park and Exposition Park
BLS Certification for University Park and Exposition Park
BLS certification for University Park and Exposition Park: CPR Downtown LA teaches the AHA BLS Provider skills session at 811 W 7th St in Downtown LA, reached from University Park and Exposition Park by the E Line from Expo Park/USC, Jefferson/USC or 23rd St, no transfer. Finish HeartCode BLS online first (sold separately by the AHA), then plan on about 60 minutes in person. The card is valid for 2 years.
Getting here
From University Park and Exposition Park to 811 W 7th St
University Park holds USC and Mount Saint Mary's University's Doheny campus, and Exposition Park next door holds the Coliseum and BMO Stadium. The E Line stops at Expo Park/USC, Jefferson/USC and 23rd St and runs straight to 7th St/Metro Center; the J Line stops at 37th St/USC.
- Metro E Line
From Expo Park/USC, Jefferson/USC or 23rd St station, ride the E Line north to 7th St/Metro Center, with no transfer.
- Metro J Line
The J Line stops at 37th St/USC and runs north along Flower St to 7th St/Metro Center.
- By car
By car, the classroom is near the Harbor Freeway (I-110): Exit 23A, 6th St / Wilshire Blvd, or Exit 22B, 9th St / 8th St. Use a map app for the route from University Park and Exposition Park, and plan on a paid garage or street meter.
- Classroom
- 811 W 7th St, Suite 1119, Los Angeles, CA 90017 (Downtown LA)
- Metro Rail
- 7th St/Metro Center (A, B, D and E Lines, plus the J Line)
- Freeway
- Harbor Freeway (I-110), Exit 23A or 22B
Near you
Hospitals and programs around University Park
Why people from University Park take BLS
For pre-health and nursing students near USC and Mount Saint Mary's Doheny campus, check your program packet for the exact card it names. The E Line from Expo Park/USC runs straight to 7th St/Metro Center for the 60 minute skills session.
Schools and programs
- University of Southern CaliforniaUniversity Park
- Mount Saint Mary's University, Doheny campusgraduate and accelerated nursing
Hospitals and medical centers
- Dignity Health California Hospital Medical Center1401 S Grand Ave, South Park
Named as nearby places, not partners. Check the exact BLS course your employer or school asks for.
The course
AHA BLS Provider in brief
Book your skills session
Pick a date on the booking page. It opens right here on the site.
Do HeartCode BLS online
Buy HeartCode BLS from the American Heart Association, work through it at your own pace and save the certificate of completion.
Come to 811 W 7th St
Bring your completion certificate. The in-person session is about 60 minutes of hands-on practice and the skills test.
Get your AHA card
Pass the skills test and the AHA BLS Provider card is issued to you as an eCard the same day. It is valid for 2 years.
FAQ
BLS for University Park and Exposition Park: questions
Where is the nearest BLS class for University Park and Exposition Park?
At 811 W 7th St, Suite 1119, Los Angeles, CA 90017, in the Financial District of Downtown LA. From Expo Park/USC, Jefferson/USC or 23rd St station, ride the E Line north to 7th St/Metro Center, with no transfer.
How long is the BLS skills session?
About 60 minutes of hands-on practice and testing, after you finish HeartCode BLS online. HeartCode BLS is sold separately by the American Heart Association.
Can I drive to the BLS class from University Park and Exposition Park?
By car, the classroom is near the Harbor Freeway (I-110): Exit 23A, 6th St / Wilshire Blvd, or Exit 22B, 9th St / 8th St. Use a map app for the route from University Park and Exposition Park, and plan on a paid garage or street meter. Paid garages and street meters are nearby, including the FIGat7th garage at 945 W 8th St (main entrance on 8th St). Parking inside 811 W 7th St is not confirmed, so plan on a nearby garage or take Metro.
Which hospitals are near University Park and Exposition Park?
Dignity Health California Hospital Medical Center (1401 S Grand Ave, South Park). They are named as nearby places only; check your employer's exact BLS requirement.
More for University Park and Exposition Park
Other courses for University Park
Other areas
BLS for other areas
Sources for the facts on this page
- University Park, Los Angeles (Wikipedia)
- Expo Park/USC station (Wikipedia)
- Dignity Health California Hospital Medical Center, who we are
- Mount Saint Mary's University, Doheny campus (Wikipedia)
- Harbor Freeway (I-110 / SR-110) exit list (Wikipedia)
- Interstate 10 in California, exit list (Wikipedia)
- Cityfeet, 811 W 7th St listing (nearby parking)
- FIGat7th, parking and getting here
- ABM Parking, FIGat7th garage
- Parkopedia, street meters on W 7th St, 90017
- Dental Board of California, continuing education and BLS