All SPAHP students  are required to obtain and maintain biennial certification in CPR-BLS for the healthcare provider from the organization required by their individual program of study or the educational experience site. All incoming students must attend the mandatory CPR-BLS classes scheduled during orientation and upload the certification to the appropriate computer systems by September 1 and repeat the certification if their program of study extends beyond two calendar years. The School will inform students of CPR-BLS for the healthcare provider courses offered as well as their respective costs. Students will be responsible for the cost of the certification program.