
About Us
Plexsum Testing provides you the highest level of education possible at the most affordable price. Our instructors come from a variety of backgrounds, from EMS to nursing. With Plexsum Testing, you are ensured top-notch education, meeting all current standards and practices. We are an Authorized American Heart Association Training Site that teaches AHA standards.
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Who We Are & What We’re All About
Plexsum Testing grew out of our founders’ personal experiences with the healthcare industry and a strong desire to help. Tina Tallyen first established our sister company, Plexsum Staffing Solutions, to help match nurses and allied health professionals with travel, local contracts, and per diem employment opportunities, She and her husband, Eric, quickly saw their clients’ need for training and certifications, and thus Plexsum Testing, LLC was established. We quickly expanded our scope of services to include life-saving training for non-medical professionals, believing that everyone should know CPR.

Eric Tallyen’s professional experience on the battlefield – in military combat and in emergency rooms – gives him a unique & personal understanding of healthcare workers’ experiences and needs. He is the driving force behind our commitment to training that is realistic, led by highly-competent instructors, and conducted with the latest technology.
As the CEO of our Plexsum brand, Tina has embedded our core values of training excellence into our services for medical professionals and community members alike. She developed a training platform that allows you to take the courses you need, when you need them. We are the most affordable and flexible training option for Central Pennsylvania residents to get American Heart Association certifications.
Our Team

Tina Tallyen
Founder & CEO

Eric Tallyen
BLS/ACLS/PALS Instructor & OSHA Certified Respiratory Fit Test Evaluator

Doug Fetzer
Business Development Advisor & BLS Instructor

Wendy Dipko
Training Site Coordinator, BLS/ACLS/PALS Instructor, & OSHA Certified Respiratory Fit Test Evaluator
Testimonials
Don’t just take our word for it. Healthcare professionals and community members alike have something to say about their training with Plexsum Testing – see below!

The instructor we had from Plexsum Testing was extremely knowledgeable. He was patient and was able to work with our group that needed to recertify. Being a volunteer company, our crew had conflicting schedules, minimal availability, etc. Plexsum Testing’s instructor was able to tailor a training package that worked for all of our people. The way he accommodated our schedules was impressive. The classes were fun and very informative! We have had successful lifesaving events with the knowledge we learned from our instructor! Thank you Plexsum Testing for being a top-in-class educational provider!
Doug did an excellent job providing all necessary information and clearly had a strong understanding of the content through his thorough and thoughtful responses to any and all questions asked. He really took the time to ensure all participants fully understood all concepts and were proficient with hands-on techniques. Doug kept the class light and fun, which I did not think was possible in a CPR course. I highly recommend Plexsum Testing to anyone looking to become certified or renew their certification in CPR/First Aid.
I contacted Doug at Plexsum Testing to provide BLS to a group of healthcare workers, including recertifications and new certifications. He was able to quickly put a plan together for an onsite program within our timeline. And, I was really surprised to learn that the cost was significantly less than our previous provider for great AHA quality courses and amazing service.
I recently had the pleasure of undergoing Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support recertification courses with Plexsum, and I can confidently say it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. The instructors are not only highly knowledgeable, but also incredibly attentive to each participant’s learning needs and were even able to tailor our training to meet those needs. They encouraged active participation and created a supportive learning environment where questions were welcomed and thoroughly answered. Whether you’re new to healthcare or a seasoned professional, they ensure everyone grasps the material and feels confident in their skills by the end of the course. I left the courses feeling more competent and ready to handle critical situations in healthcare. I highly recommend Plexsum to anyone seeking BLS or ACLS certification or recertification. Their commitment to excellence and dedication to their students truly sets them apart.
If your company or an individual is looking for American Heart Association training, PLEXSUM is the company for you. It was very easy to schedule what we needed in a timely manner, the instructors were great, and the flexibility amazing. We were able to get our healthcare providers what they needed with no hassle.
Plexsum Testing has been an invaluable resource to help keep our staff current on their required qualifications. The flexibility of their class scheduling has given our employees the ability to certify and recertify regardless of the demands from jobs, families, and their own busy lives. This has resulted in placing and keeping more highly qualified healthcare workers at the sides of their patients who rely on the care they provide.