Signed in as:
filler@godaddy.com
Signed in as:
filler@godaddy.com
Please reach us at PCES2020@hotmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Yes, the Red Cross certification is based on the American Heart Association's principles and guidelines. Both these organizations offer in-person courses and training and hybrid online courses.
American Heart Association does not mandate a minimum age requirement for learning CPR. The ability to perform CPR is based more on body strength than age. Studies have shown that children as young as nine can learn and retain CPR skills. Please speak with an AHA Instructor or Training Center if you have concerns.
First responders or professional rescuers include fire, police, and emergency medical personnel. These prehospital professionals usually must complete a Basic Life Support (BLS) course.
The AHA’s Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED Course is designed to meet regulatory requirements for childcare, adult daycare, and senior care facility employees in all 50 United States. The AHA offers this course in both blended learning and classroom-based formats.
No, first aid is not included in the AHA’s BLS courses. You can ask your trainer about the First Aid course.
Our Heartsaver Courses are for anyone with limited or no medical training who needs a course completion card for job, regulatory or other requirements. While these courses are designed to meet OSHA requirements, OSHA does not review or approve any courses for compliance.