Online CPR/AED Certification for Community and Workplace

The AED & CPR certification training course explains the steps of cardiopulmonary resuscitations (CPR) and when you should administer this lifesav­ing procedure. This certification course follows the latest American Heart Association and ECC/ILCOR guidelines and is nationally accepted. 
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The training materials cover the latest CPR/AED techniques to address the most common situations in the workplace or community settings. In addition, this online learning is designed to train you to respond to emergencies. You will also learn basic lifesaving techniques to feel confident when immediate action can make all the difference. U.S. board-certified healthcare professionals develop the training materials for these online courses to meet the regulatory requirements. It's an excellent choice for people who need to train with a busy schedule and need a comprehensive, flexible option.

The study guide for this training course allows you to systematically review everything you need to know for the certification exam.

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American Heart Association Guidelines: This section covers updates for CPR and First Aid guidelines. An example of an update is the importance of chest compressions in survival. The American Heart Association recommends chest compressions that reach at least two inches but not exceed 2.4 inches in adults, at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute for hands-only CPR training.
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‍Laws and Safety regarding CPR: This CPR and first aid training program explain symptoms of sudden cardiac arrest, Good Samaritan laws, and the chain of survival, along with universal safety precautions that should be taken during any emergency situation.
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‍Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: This section will teach you how to administer CPR to different age groups (infants, Children, and Adults) in different scenarios. The CPR section will also teach CPR protocol for single and two rescuers.
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‍Choking: When helping a choking victim, it's essential to be quick and take action immediately. For example, if the victim is conscious, you may observe them clutching their throat with their hands. Other signs may be difficulty in speaking and coughing. This section will teach you how to help a choking victim and the factors to consider.
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‍First Aid Situations and Management: This section discusses medical emergencies such as bleeding control, burns, poisonings, muscle injuries, broken bones, strokes, seizures, heat-related illness, frostbite, and hypothermia until the arrival of emergency medical services personnel. It explains the management and steps necessary to treat these injuries and illnesses.
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‍Automated External Defibrillator: This section will educate you on how to use an Automated External Defibrillator to revive someone who has just suffered cardiac arrest.  The AED will analyze the victim's heart rhythm and only press the "Shock" button if necessary.