The AHA HEARTSAVER FIRST AID + CPR/AED course is appropriate for those with a general interest in lifesaving skills, compliance with workplace AED programs regulations, those who need this training for employment, or for those pursuing a First Aid Merit Badge. Training scenarios are based on general workplace emergency situations.
Topics covered in the AHA Heartsaver First Aid + CPR/AED course:
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•Readiness principles, use of gloves, and hand washing
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•First Aid Kits
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•Finding the problem and calling 9-1-1
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•Medical emergencies - breathing problems, choking, allergic reactions, chest pain, heart attacks, fainting, diabetes, strokes, seizures, and shock
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•Injury emergencies - bleeding, bandaging, head and spine injuries, wounds, fractures, sprains, splinting, and burns
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•Adult, child, and infant CPR and AED use
A typical course runs approximately 5-6 hours (for both First Aid + CPR/AED). Students are issued a text book, however NO written exam is required.
Stand-alone CPR/AED classes also available.
For parents and those who have a duty to respond to a first aid emergency because of their employment as
youth coach, teacher, childcare provider, or babysitter, you may be more interested in the
AHA Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid and CPR/AED Course. PLEASE CLICK HERE!
For healthcare professionals, emergency medical responders, law enforcement, safety/security personnel, and athletic trainers, you may be more interested in the AHA Healthcare Provider CPR Course. PLEASE CLICK HERE!
CPR, Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and First Aid Training
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION Required Disclosure:
Use of American Heart Association materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the American Heart Association. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the Association.
