CPR certification in Hawaii

American Training Association for CPR provides onlineCPR & First Aidtraining and certification that is available to all Hawaii residents, including individuals living on any island including Maui, Lanai, and Oahu.

What is CPR?

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a technique performed to save lives in the event of a cardiac arrest, which is a condition that occurs when the heart unexpectedly stops beating. When the heart stops, it does not pump oxygen, which is contained in blood, to the body's major organs. Without oxygen, brain damage occurs within four minutes and death can occur within ten minutes. CPR manually pumps oxygenated blood to the organs and as a result, significantly increases a cardiac arrest victim's chance of survival when performed within the first few minutes after they collapse.

What is the correct way to perform CPR?

The American Heart Association (AHA) gives the following steps for performing CPR with the most current guidelines:

• Check the victim for responsiveness and determine if they have a pulse. If there is no pulse, rescuers must call 911 while they begin CPR immediately.
• Kneel above the victim’s chest and stack the hands on top of one another in the center of the victim’s breastbone.
• Perform 2 chest compressions per second, or 100 – 120 per minute. Pump the chest at least 2 inches downward with each compression and allow it to recoil between each one.
• If the victim is not breathing normally on their own, the rescuer should open the airway by tilting the head back, then deliver one rescue breath and observe if the victim's chest rises which means that the breath has returned. If the chest does not inflate, give a second rescue breath then return to performing compressions.

What is the procedure for performing child CPR?

The child and infant CPR technique is similar to adult CPR, but some changes are required to accommodate their smaller body size. Chest compressions should only be as deep as 1/3 of the child’s chest depth, which will be no more than 2 inches. Rescuers may only need to use one hand to perform chest compressions on smaller children, and rescue breaths should be gentle, not forceful. For child CPR, rescuers should use a ratio of 15:2 chest compressions to rescue breaths.

What BLS and CPR classes are available near me?

Basic life support (BLS), CPR, and first aid classes are available at hospitals, community health centers, fire halls, and other locations across Hawaii, including Maui, Honolulu, and Kailua. Free CPR classes are offered in Hawaii on all the main islands. Online classes are a convenient and appealing alternative to attending in-person courses. Participants should confirm that a class has a CPR or first aid certification component for the most thorough training.

Which basics will a free first aid class cover?

First aid classes will teach participants the basics of treating accidental injuries. Some of the main topics that courses will cover include how to treat bone fractures, eye injuries, wounds, burns, seizures, poisoning, choking, head injuries, and protocol for first responders. It is important to recognize that free first aid or CPR classes are for instruction purposes only and will not provide formal certification. A proper course with a CPR and first aid exam is required for individuals who wish to obtain official first aid and CRP certification.

What’s the best way to treat head injuries?

While many head injuries are simply minor bumps, other types can be fatal. Leave the victim where they are and avoid moving them until emergency medical personnel arrive. If there is a bleeding wound, lightly cover it with a bandage, but do not apply pressure. Call 911 if the person with the head injury is unconscious, or if they display any of the following symptoms: slurred speech, facial discoloration, impaired motor skills, inability to use certain body parts, or confusion.

CPR and First Aid Certification and Renewals

Why is it important to renew CRP and first aid credentials?

Regular renewals give participants the opportunity to stay current on new guidelines. It is important for rescuers to revisit their CPR and first aid training by taking a refresher course before their certification expiration date. Individuals should seek out CPR and first aid certification courses that are authorized by the Red Cross or the AHA instead of free classes that are informative but do not provide participants with any credentials.

What are the options for CPR renewals near me?

Participants can renew their CPR and first aid credentials through the same location where they earned their initial certification or through classes offered by any of the public health organizations throughout Hawaii. As an alternative to group classes, individuals may opt to renew their certification by completing an online course for convenient, stress-free, and self-guided learning.

Obtain CPR and First Aid Certification Today

American Training Association for CPR offers online courses which make it easy for any individual to earn their CPR and first aid certification. Participants will learn critical life-saving techniques by registering for one of our online courses and beginning today. Visit www.uscpronline.comto start training.