Heartsaver CPR AED

Instructor-led, hands-on class format with an AHA Heartsaver Instructor

Heartsaver CPR AED Course Description

American Heart Association Certification – 2-Year Validity

Safeguard CPR’s Heartsaver CPR AED Course is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who wants to be prepared to respond in an emergency. This hands-on class teaches high-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants, as well as how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

Perfect for workplace safety teams, teachers, coaches, childcare providers, fitness staff, and anyone who wants to learn how to save a life.

Course Includes:

Adult, child, and infant CPR
AED use and safety
Relief of choking
Scene safety and emergency response steps
AHA-certified instructor-led training
Same-day digital certification (valid for 2 years)

📍 Offered daily at our Alpharetta and Kennesaw locations
🕒 Course Duration: Approximately 2–3 hours
🎓 No prior experience needed

Heartsaver CPR AED Requirements

Age Requirement
Participants must be at least 12 years old (younger students may be accepted with guardian approval).
Registration & Payment
Advance registration is required.
Full payment must be made prior to class to confirm your spot.
Identification
Bring a valid photo ID (for issuing your AHA certification card).
Clothing & Participation
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for floor-based CPR practice.
You must be able to kneel, bend, and perform chest compressions on a manikin.
Course Completion
You must attend the full session and actively participate in all skills practice.
Successfully complete the skills assessment with an instructor.
Manual (Optional but Recommended)
The Heartsaver CPR AED Student Workbook is available for purchase or download.
Optional but helpful for review and certification record-keeping.
Technology Access (if hybrid/online option is offered)
If taking a blended course, you must complete the online portion and bring the certificate of completion to your skills session.

Heartsaver CPR AED Course Estimated Time

Times are based on a recommended ratio of 6 students to 1 Instructor to 1 manikin. Heartsaver CPR AED Course 1-2 hours without breaks Successful completion is based on achievement of the core learning objectives rather than a prescribed instruction time.

Heartsaver CPR AED Card

Heartsaver CPR AED is a credentialed course. Providers who successfully complete the Heartsaver CPR AED course receive a course completion card valid for two years.

Who Needs Heartsaver CPR AED Certification?

The Heartsaver CPR AED Certification is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared to respond in a cardiac emergency—especially in workplaces, public settings, or at home. No medical experience is required.

This course is perfect for:

Teachers, school staff, and coaches
Childcare providers and nannies
Personal trainers and fitness instructors
Construction, manufacturing, and warehouse employees
Security personnel and workplace safety teams
Church groups and community leaders
Parents, grandparents, and family caregivers
Lifeguards and recreation staff
Anyone who wants to learn CPR and AED skills

Whether it's required for your job, part of your safety training, or simply a personal commitment to being prepared, the Heartsaver CPR AED course equips you with the confidence and skills to act when it matters most.