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Who Needs CPR Certification?

Who needs CPR Certification?
Who Needs CPR Certification?

Being able to perform CPR in the event of an emergency is an invaluable skill. Just about everyone can benefit from learning it, but for some of us, having proper CPR training is essential. Having CPR certification is a boon, both personal and professional. There are a number of jobs and careers that require it, even … read more

CPR Ratio and Other Key CPR Numbers

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CPR Key Numbers

Our Key Numbers for CPR is a compilation of all of the important numbers (CPR ratios, CPR compression rates, etc) we teach in our CPR courses. You can use this list as a study tool or as a quick reference guide.

Our Key Numbers For CPR Chart

Here are the latest Key Numbers for CPR. You can … read more

How to Become an EMT

Are you wondering how to become an emergency medical technician(EMT)?
Are you wondering how to become an emergency medical technician(EMT)?

Being an EMT or Emergency Medical Technician can be a rewarding and exciting profession. Becoming an EMT is simple, typical training programs take about 16 weeks.

If you’re working towards a career in the medical field, you may have considered becoming an EMT. After all, being an EMT can look … read more

What is AED?

What is an AED?
What is AED?

AED Stands for Automated External Defibrillator

An AED is a portable device that is used to diagnose and treat ventricular fibrillation (VF) and pulseless ventricular tachycardia (VT). The AED works by sending a shock through the victim’s chest to stop these life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias. This allows the heart to re-establish a sustainable pulse. AED’s are designed for both read more

Compression Only CPR

Compression-Only CPR

Compression-Only CPR provides life-saving aid to victims of cardiac arrest. It is simple to perform and is also effective in saving lives. Compression-Only CPR is a life-saving technique and can be performed by almost anyone.

What is Cardiac Arrest?

Cardiac Arrest is the sudden loss of blood flow due to a failure of the heart to pump blood … read more

Signs and Symptoms of a Heart Attack

In the United States, a heart attack occurs every 40 seconds. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of a heart attack as soon as possible can help save lives.

What is a heart attack?

A heart attack (also known as myocardial infarction) occurs when blood flow to the heart stops or becomes severely restricted, depriving the heart of much-needed oxygen. As … read more

CPR History

CPR – Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation

Mouth-to-Mouth Ventilation

While CPR techniques are continuing to evolve, the idea of performing life-saving techniques has been around for many years. Initially, resuscitation efforts focused on saving drowning victims. The first reference to successful mouth-to-mouth ventilation was actually in the Old Testament. However, The Paris Academy of Sciences made the first official recommendation to use … read more

Free CPR Classes

Take any CPR, AED, BLS or First Aid class for free

Free CPR, AED and First Aid Classes

At the American AED CPR Association, we want everyone to learn how to help save a life. Which is why we offer all of our classes for free. 

Free CPR Classes

We want everyone to learn CPR, which is why we offer all of our classes for free. It’s important for everyone to … read more