Online CPR Course

Our high quality nationally recognized CPR course includes Adult, Child, and Infant CPR techniques. Additionally, our CPR certification course includes training on the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The CPR/AED certification, led by experts, is valid for 2 years. Read More Our online CPR/AED certification course is 100% online. Read Less

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Chapters	CE Credits	Validity	Cost	Duration	ECC	Exam Attempts	Wallet Card
12	4.0	2 Years	$14.95	1-2 Hrs	Compliant	Unlimited	Download/Print/Mail

Chapters12
CE Credits4.0
Validity2 Years
Cost$14.95
Duration1-2 Hrs
ECCCompliant
Exam AttemptsUnlimited
Wallet CardDownload/Print/Mail

Chapter 1: CPR – Introduction

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is one of the leading causes of death among adults in the United States. When cardiac arrest happens, the heart suddenly stops beating effectively. Blood flow to the brain and vital organs stops.

Without CPR, a person in cardiac arrest will not survive.

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) keeps blood moving to the brain and heart until advanced medical care arrives. CPR includes two parts: chest compressions and rescue breaths.

Every minute that passes without CPR lowers a person’s chance of survival. Starting CPR within 3–5 minutes can significantly improve survival and reduce brain damage.

It’s completely normal to feel nervous about stepping in. Many people worry they might hurt someone or make the situation worse. But cardiac arrest is already life-threatening. Doing something is always better than doing nothing. Broken ribs can heal. A stopped heart cannot.

You are more likely to perform CPR on a family member, friend, or coworker than on a stranger. Most states have Good Samaritan laws that protect people who provide emergency care in good faith.

This course follows the 2025 Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) guidelines and is designed to help you act quickly, safely, and confidently.

Course Topics Outline

Recognizing a Cardiac Emergency
Responding and the C-A-B Sequence
Adult CPR
Using an AED
Putting It All Together
Child and Infant CPR
Choking Emergencies

Course Objective & Accreditation

Program Title: CPR/AED Course

Release date: March 1, 2026
PIM Expiration date: February 28, 2027
Estimated time to complete activity: 4 hours

Educational Objectives

After completing this activity, the participant should be better able to:

List Objectives

Understanding the principles and techniques of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for adults, children, and infants.
Learning the proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in emergency situations.
Recognizing the signs and symptoms of cardiac arrest and other emergencies requiring CPR/AED intervention.
Developing the ability to perform CPR and operate an AED confidently and effectively.
Complying with current Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) guidelines and best practices.

This activity is approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™, for MD/OD, AAPA credit for physician assistants, ADA credit for Dentist, ANCC credit for RN, APRN, NP’s, ASWB credit for SW, LCSW and CDR credit for Dietitians.

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