FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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General Questions

We average 12 persons per class but it may go as high as 30.

Most classes are approximately 2.5 hours in length.

Unfortunately not. We cannot accommodate infants or children in this course.

We think it’s a good idea for all nannies to take our courses.

If your nanny’s first language is Spanish, however, we STRONGLY encourage you to send her to one of our Spanish language classes, even if you think their English skills are good. People tend to absorb information more clearly in their native language, so it is likely they will learn more from it.

We fully respect the incredible responsibility of those who care for your children, and have several bilingual instructors who are happy to share their knowledge and expertise.

Yes, that information is included in our regular Family & Friends CPR and Home Safety course.

The Family & Friends CPR and Family Safety course does not include a formal certification card. A Letter of Completion can be provided to those who want or need proof of having taken our course.

If you are decide to request a Letter of Completion after you have taken a class, please email your request to us with the following information:

  • The correct spelling of your name as you would like it to appear on the document
  • The date on which you took the class
  • Your mailing address if you prefer a hard copy
  • Your email address if you prefer a digital copy

If you are a health care provider and require formal certification, please notify our office before you register.

CPR certifications from countries outside the U.S. are not recognized in the U.S., but if you were certified in one U.S. state and have moved to another, then your certification is still valid up to the expiration date.

Choosing a Class

The AHA 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 years old can learn and retain CPR skills. Please call us, or speak with our instructors if you have any concerns.

Family & Friends® CPR provides basic CPR training in a dynamic group environment using the research-proven practice-while-watching method.

Heartsaver® CPR AED is probably best for you.

The Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED Course is designed to meet regulatory requirements for child care workers in all 50 United States.

First responders or professional rescuers generally include fire, police and emergency medical personnel. These types of prehospital professionals usually need to complete a Basic Life Support (BLS) course.

No, first aid is not included in the AHA’s BLS courses but it can be included by request.

We also offer the following courses which will prepare you to respond to a first aid emergency, including:

  • Heartsaver ® First Aid CPR AED
  • Heartsaver ® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED

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.
Through the AHA/OSHA Alliance, we work with OSHA to raise awareness about workplace safety and health to prevent injuries, illnesses, and fatalities in the workplace. You can read about the  OSHA/AHA Alliance at www.cpr.heart.org.

In CPR and First Aid training:

  • An infant is someone who is younger than one year
  • A child is someone who is older than one year and has not reached puberty
  • An adult is anyone who has gone through or is going through puberty

The science in the official AHA Guidelines for CPR and ECC shows that victims have a greater chance of survival from cardiac arrest when high-quality CPR includes use of an AED.

An AED or Automated External Defibrillator is a computerized medical device that can check a person’s heart rhythm and recognize a rhythm that requires a shock.  It uses voice prompts, lights and text messages to tell the rescuer what steps to take if a shock is needed.

AEDs are very accurate and easy to use. With a few hours of training, anyone can learn to operate an AED safely.

Fees, Registration and Cancellation

PRIVATE FRIENDS & FAMILY CLASSES

The basic fee is $390 and covers up to 4 persons.

If a group exceeds 4, the fee schedule is as follows:
5 students = $90/per person
6 = $85/per person
7-9 = $80/per person
There are further discounts for larger groups.

PUBLIC COMMUNITY CLASSES

Fees vary from location to location but in general are as follows:

Single: $100 +

Couple: $190 +

FOR INFORMATION ON UPCOMING CLASSES

SEE OUR CALENDAR

Many of our courses can be taught privately in the comfort of your own home or office. You will be provided with the same materials and access to life-sized mannequins that our other courses offer.

The duration of the class is the same as our scheduled community classes.

The base fee is $390 which covers up to 4 persons. Additional students are charged a fee over and above the base fee. Ask us about group discounts.

For more information, visit our NON-CERTIFICATION classes page.

A 48-hour cancellation policy is in effect for all Scheduled Classes.

A 5-business day cancellation policy is in effect for Private Classes.

If you need to change to another course date, there is no additional fee.

If circumstances warrant it, you may apply your payment to a private lesson.

Registration and payment for classes is usually done directly through the venue where the class is being held, unless stated otherwise, in which case, payment can be made directly through our website with a credit card.

For more information, contact us via email or call (323) 394-4076.