RC Health Services

What RC Health Services does

RC Health Services is a privately held healthcare education company headquartered in Pearland, Texas, founded in 2009 by Robert and Hedy Chambers. The company operates as an official American Heart Association Training Center delivering AHA-approved CPR, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification courses, alongside EMT Basic, Advanced EMT, and Paramedic preparation programs approved across all 50 US states. Its core technology stack includes the AHA/Laerdal RQI platform with True Adaptive Learning, which provides real-time feedback on CPR compression depth, rate, recoil, and ventilation during hands-on skills sessions. The company supplements in-person training with a hybrid EMT program offering 140 hours of online didactic coursework, plus clinical rotations through partner hospitals and 911 EMS agencies, and operates an online store for course materials and AED equipment.

RC Health Services monetizes primarily through one-time tuition fees per course, with payment-plan options (3-12 month installments) and a 15% military discount on pay-in-full pricing. EMT Basic tuition ranges from $1,699 in Texas to $2,399 in non-listed states; AEMT courses run $2,850-$4,100; AHA short courses are priced between $75 and $250. Additional revenue comes from instructor certification courses, group/onsite corporate training (Texas, Georgia, Louisiana), an affiliate referral program paying $100 per enrolled student, and AED/commerce sales. The go-to-market is multi-channel: direct-to-consumer self-serve enrollment via the website, 15+ physical training academies, enterprise onsite training, phone/contact center, and an affiliate partner network. Customer segments split between aspiring healthcare professionals (EMT certification candidates), practicing healthcare providers (recertification), non-healthcare workplaces (compliance CPR), and corporate/organizational clients (group training). The company has trained over 1,000,000 lifetime students and operates with 101-250 employees, with 3,000+ active instructors in its network and 4.9/5 average Google rating across 1,000+ reviews.

Name

RC Health Services

Legal name

RC Health Services LLC

Website

https://rchealthservices.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

RC Health Services is an American Heart Association Training Center delivering CPR, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and EMT certification courses across 15+ US locations and online in all 50 states, serving individual healthcare career candidates, practicing clinicians, and corporate clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Healthcare Education / Emergency Medical Training Services

NAICS

Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Emergency Medical Services (EMT/Paramedic) Training (EDAOAMAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Nursing & Allied Health Certification Prep (CNA, EMT/Paramedic, Radiology, Sonography, PT/OT) (EDANAIAB), Safety, Security & Emergency Services (OSHA, Fire, EMS, Security CE) (EDAAALAK)

Keywords

• CPR certification training
• EMT certification courses
• Healthcare education services
• Life support certification
• Emergency medical training

Headquarters

HQ city

Pearland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices17 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. EMT Certification Courses: Revenue from EMT Basic, Advanced EMT, and Paramedic certification courses. Students pay tuition covering didactic instruction, skills training, clinical rotations, materials (eBook, audiobook), background checks, drug screening, and insurance.
2. AHA Certification Courses: Revenue from CPR, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and First Aid certification courses for healthcare providers and laypersons. Classes offered in-person and via RQI contactless format.
3. Course Re-enrollment and Recertification: Fees for EMT re-enrollment ($900), AEMT re-enrollment ($2000), and returning student discounts for continuing education.
4. Instructor Certification: Revenue from BLS, ACLS, and PALS instructor courses for healthcare professionals seeking to become AHA instructors.
5. Training Materials and Products: Online store selling course materials, eBooks, print materials, student materials, and AED equipment.
6. Referral Program Commissions: Partners earn $100 per referred student who makes a down payment. RC Health Services generates revenue from referred enrollments through their affiliate program.
7. RQI Skills Sessions: RQI program sessions offering BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification with digital training components. Pricing starts at $75 for BLS, $225 for ACLS, and $250 for PALS.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

RC Health Services is an American Heart Association-approved Training Center that delivers CPR, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and First Aid certification courses, alongside EMT Basic and Advanced EMT programs, through online, hybrid, and in-person formats at 15+ US locations. Course revenue covers didactic instruction, hands-on skills practice (including the AHA RQI True Adaptive Learning digital platform), clinical rotations at partner hospitals and EMS agencies, and issuance of 2-year AHA certification cards. Additional offerings include AHA instructor train-the-trainer courses, Tennessee/Pediatric trauma courses (PHTLS, TNCC/ENPC), Bloodborne Pathogens, the Texas Jurisprudence Exam, and AED sales.

Product overview

RC Health Services is a healthcare education company offering a unified platform of American Heart Association (AHA) approved training courses and EMS certification programs. The core offering consists of CPR/BLS, ACLS, and PALS courses for healthcare providers, alongside EMT Basic and Advanced certification programs with online, hybrid, and in-person delivery formats. The portfolio includes specialized courses such as PHTLS, TNCC/ENPC, Bloodborne Pathogens, and the RQI program featuring True Adaptive Learning technology. Additional offerings encompass instructor certification courses, Texas-specific Jurisprudence Exam administration, AED sales with training, and an online store for course materials. The company operates 15+ physical training centers nationwide while providing nationwide online EMT programs with state-specific certifications across 48 states.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BLS for Healthcare Providers Basic Life Support training for healthcare professionals such as nurses, doctors, and EMTs requiring CPR certification for clinical environments; AHA-recognized 2-year certification.
• Heartsaver CPR/AED CPR and AED training for non-healthcare workers — teachers, personal trainers, industrial workers, office employees — required to know CPR for workplace safety.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Advanced cardiac life support training for healthcare providers covering ECG interpretation, pharmacology, and management of cardiopulmonary arrest.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) Pediatric emergency care training focusing on assessment, evaluation, and treatment of infants and children experiencing respiratory, shock, and cardiopulmonary emergencies.
• EMT Basic Course Emergency Medical Technician basic-level training preparing students for the National Registry EMT examination and state certification; includes online didactic, hands-on skills, and clinical rotations.
• Advanced EMT Online Course Advanced-level EMT training building on basic EMT knowledge for healthcare professionals seeking expanded clinical skills and certification.
• EMT Hybrid/Virtual Course Blended EMT program combining online coursework with in-person skills training and clinical rotations at RC Health Services facilities nationwide.
• First Aid Training Basic first aid instruction covering medical emergencies, injury treatment, and environmental emergencies for healthcare providers and laypersons.
• Bloodborne Pathogens Training OSHA-compliant training covering exposure control, prevention, and response procedures for bloodborne pathogens in healthcare and workplace settings.
• TNCC / ENPC Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) and Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) for nurses requiring specialized trauma and pediatric emergency care training.
• PHTLS (Prehospital Trauma Life Support) Prehospital trauma life support training for EMS personnel covering assessment, intervention, and transport decisions for trauma patients.
• RQI (Resuscitation Quality Improvement) Program American Heart Association digital CPR training program using True Adaptive Learning and Laerdal simulation stations to deliver personalized skills training with real-time feedback and digital BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification.
• Jurisprudence Exam (Texas) Texas state-specific examination required for initial EMS certification or recertification, administered by RC Health Services as an approved Texas Department of State Health Services provider.
• AHA Instructor Courses Train-the-trainer programs enabling qualified healthcare professionals to become certified American Heart Association instructors for BLS, ACLS, PALS, and Heartsaver courses.
• Group / Onsite Corporate Training Customized workplace CPR, BLS, First Aid, ACLS, and PALS training delivered at client facilities in Texas, Georgia, and Louisiana for organizations seeking to certify multiple employees onsite.
• Online Store (Course Materials & AED Equipment) E-commerce storefront offering CPR/ECC course materials, eBooks, print materials, student resources, and AED equipment for course participants.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2-year AHA certification issued upon successful course completion
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• American Heart AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRC Health Services operates as an official AHA Training Center, offering courses that adhere to AHA guidelines and curriculum. The company is authorized to issue AHA certification cards (BLS, ACLS, PALS) valid for 2 years. This partnership is fundamental to the company's business model and credentials.
• Major Hospitals and Municipal 911 EMS AgenciescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClinical rotations provided via several major hospitals and Municipal 911 EMS agencies throughout the United States. Students complete 48 hours of EMS time and 24 hours of Emergency Department time as part of their EMT training.
• INTEGRIS Baptist Medical CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOklahoma City healthcare facility near RC Health Services training center, part of the healthcare provider network for clinical education.
• Department of State Health ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRC Health Services is a recognized provider of EMS CEUs (Continuing Education Units) from the Department of State Health Services, enabling them to offer continuing education credits to EMS professionals.
• Laerdal MedicalcoreTechnology or IntegrationRQI program is a partnership between American Heart Association and Laerdal Medical, providing True Adaptive Learning technology and simulation stations for CPR training with real-time feedback capabilities.
• Affiliate/Referral PartnersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIndividuals and organizations participating in the referral program who earn $100 commission per student referral. Partners receive affiliate links and marketing banners to promote RC Health Services courses.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• National CPR Foundation (NCPRF): An online-first CPR/BLS certification provider targeting price-sensitive learners with fully remote courses. Partial competitor for layperson/Heartsaver segment but does not typically offer AHA-issued cards, competing on price rather than credential.
• ProTrainings: An online-first CPR/First Aid/BLS certification platform with hybrid skills-session options. Competes directly for the same price-sensitive, geographically-rural self-paced learner that RC Health Services targets with its online EMT/AHA courses.
• EMS Training Solutions / EMS University: An online EMT-Basic and Advanced EMT program with NREMT exam preparation focus, mirroring RC Health Services' online/hybrid EMT offering and targeting the same aspiring-EMT student segment nationally.

Broad incumbents

• American Red Cross Training Services: The single largest CPR/First Aid training organization in the US, offering BLS-equivalent certifications across thousands of locations. While Red Cross issues its own cards rather than AHA cards, it directly competes for the same healthcare-provider and layperson CPR training wallet RC Health Services targets.
• Health & Safety Institute (HSI): A large, multi-brand provider (ASHI, MEDIC First Aid, etc.) of CPR/AED/First Aid and EMT-equivalent certifications. Competitor to RC Health Services in workplace-safety training, often used by OSHA-driven corporate clients choosing between AHA-approved and HSI-approved curricula.

Direct peers

• Code One CPR: A regional AHA Training Center operating in the Northeast US offering BLS, ACLS, PALS and EMT courses with hybrid formats. Closely mirrors RC Health Services' model of multi-location AHA-authorized training for healthcare professionals.
• HeartCert CPR: An AHA-authorized training center specializing in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and CPR/First Aid courses across multiple locations. Direct competitor in AHA-certified provider training with similar site-based + blended delivery model.
• CPR Certification Plus: Regional AHA Training Center offering BLS, ACLS, PALS, Heartsaver, and EMT courses for individuals and healthcare providers. Comparable self-serve online enrollment + on-site skills delivery to RC Health Services.
• SureFire CPR: Authorized AHA Training Center providing on-site and in-center BLS/ACLS/PALS/CPR and First Aid training for healthcare and workplace customers. Closely comparable multi-site, multi-state training-center footprint to RC Health Services.

Others

• Laerdal Medical: Co-developer (with AHA) of the RQI platform used by RC Health Services. Not a competitor — a strategic technology partner and supplier of simulation stations — but the most relevant comparable in the digital CPR/blended-learning category given shared RQI relationship.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CPRwithRC
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/rchealthservices/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/rchealthservices
• Instagraminstagram.com/rchealthservicesofficial
• TikToktiktok.com/@rchealthservicesofficial
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rchealthservices

Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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