The Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens course teaches students how to protect themselves and others from being exposed to blood or blood-containing materials. This course is designed to meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements for bloodborne pathogens training when paired with site-specific instruction. Reflects science and education from the American Heart Association Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC).
Who should take this course?
The AHA Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens Course is designed for anyone with a reasonable chance of coming into contact with bloodborne pathogens such as: Correctional Officers, Childcare workers, Security guards, Maintenance workers, School personnel, Hotel housekeepers, Health and fitness club staff, and Tattoo artists.
What does this course teach?
Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens is a classroom course that teaches employees how to protect themselves and others from being exposed to blood or blood-containing materials.
| Format | eLearning – this course can be completed 100% online at a learner’s pace. |
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| Time | The online portion can be completed in 1 hour. |
| Course Completion Card | Students can access downloadable Participation Certificate upon course completion. |
| CE/CME | Available |
| FAQ | Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens Online FAQ (PDF) |
| Features | Students can complete at their own pace at work, home, or wherever Internet access is availableCertificate of completion available to printAccess to all information in the online portion for 12 months after activation of their key to help reinforce what they have learnedIncludes audio and transcript for students who may have a hearing or visual disability |
| Student Materials | Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens Online (product 15-1405) |
American Heart Association Training Site 