Get Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED with Greater Hartford CPR

Maximize convenience. Master the skills.

The American Red Cross Blended Learning Adult CPR/AED course offers the best of both worlds: the flexibility of self-paced online learning combined with the critical, hands-on practice required for official certification. This format is ideal for busy professionals and groups looking to minimize time spent in a physical classroom while meeting all job and safety requirements.

This course is divided into two parts to maximize your learning efficiency:

1. Online Component (Self-Paced):

• Complete the lecture-style portion of the course online, anytime, anywhere (requires PC or tablet).
• This section covers the cognitive knowledge, principles, and theory.
• At your own pace. Must be completed before the in-person skill session.

2. In-Person Skills Session:

• Meet with a certified Red Cross Instructor for a short, focused, hands-on session.
• Practice and demonstrate your CPR, choking, and AED skills using manikins and training equipment.
• This session ensures you leave with the physical skill mastery and confidence to act.

You will be thoroughly prepared to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies for victims approximately 12 years and older, covering:

• Emergency Action Plan: Recognizing an emergency and activating the EMS system.
• Safety & Prioritization: Checking the scene and ensuring rescuer and victim safety.
• Adult CPR: High-quality chest compressions and rescue breaths.
• Choking Care: Recognizing and managing a conscious choking victim.
• AED Use: Safe and effective use of an Automated External Defibrillator.

• Time Efficiency: Spend less time in a traditional classroom setting, minimizing workplace disruption.
• Optimal Learning: Adaptive online content can be personalized to your knowledge level, optimizing retention.
• Official Certification: Upon successful completion of both parts, you receive a 2-year Red Cross Digital Certificate.
• Compliance: Certification satisfies OSHA and other workplace or regulatory requirements.
• Digital Access: Access your certificate 24/7 online for easy sharing and employer verification.

Master life-saving skills on your schedule with our most flexible and complete certification.

The American Red Cross Blended Learning Adult First Aid/CPR/AED course is the ultimate solution for groups and individuals seeking comprehensive training with minimal time spent in a physical classroom. This dynamic format combines the convenience of online, self-paced instruction with a focused in-person skill session to ensure complete mastery of both cognitive and physical emergency response skills.

Maximize efficiency and retention by splitting the course into two vital parts:

1. Online Component (Self-Paced):

• Complete the extensive knowledge-based modules, theory, and principles of First Aid, CPR, and AED use online, anytime, anywhere.
• Must be completed before attending the in-person skills session.
• Approximate Time: Varies by learner.

2. In-Person Skills Session (Focused & Hands-On):

• Attend a concise, instructor-led session dedicated entirely to practicing and demonstrating physical skills.
• Practice CPR, choking maneuvers, bandaging, splinting, and AED use under the guidance of a certified instructor.
• This session ensures you gain the confidence and physical competence to act in a real emergency.

You will be fully certified to recognize and care for a wide spectrum of emergencies in adults (approx. 12 years and older), covering:

• Comprehensive First Aid: Bleeding control, shock, burns, sudden illness (stroke, seizures, diabetic), bone/joint injuries, and environmental emergencies.
• Adult CPR: High-quality compressions and rescue breathing.
• Choking: Recognition and care for a conscious and unconscious choking victim.
• AED Use: Proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator.

• Maximum Flexibility: Reduce classroom time and complete the cognitive portion when it works best for you.
• High Compliance: This format satisfies the requirements for OSHA and other regulatory bodies, providing a full, recognized certification.
• Official Certification: Upon successful completion of both components, receive your 2-year Red Cross Digital Certificate.
• Superior Skill Retention: Focused hands-on practice leads to greater confidence and readiness in an emergency.

The most complete and flexible certification to protect your community, family, and team.

The American Red Cross Blended Learning Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course is the ultimate combination of convenience and comprehensive coverage. Designed to fit your busy schedule, this format uses self-paced online instruction and a brief, focused in-person session to certify you in life-saving care for infants, children, and adults. It’s perfect for anyone who needs all-ages coverage without sacrificing valuable time.

Get certified efficiently by dividing the training into two essential components:

1. Online Component (Self-Paced):

• Complete the required lecture, principles, and cognitive knowledge for First Aid, CPR, and AED use for all age groups online, at your own pace.
• This mandatory part must be finished before attending the in-person skills session.
• Approximate Time: Varies by learner.

2. In-Person Skills Session (Hands-On Practice):

• Meet with a certified Red Cross Instructor for a targeted session focused only on the physical skills.
• Practice and demonstrate Adult, Child, and Infant CPR, choking rescue, bandaging, and AED use.
• This session ensures you leave with the necessary physical competency and confidence to act.

You will be fully prepared to recognize and manage a vast array of medical, injury, and environmental emergencies across the entire lifespan:

• Comprehensive First Aid: Specialized care for infants, children, and adults, including management of bleeding, burns, broken bones, shock, and sudden illnesses (stroke, seizures, diabetic emergencies).
• All-Ages CPR: Mastering the unique, high-quality CPR and rescue breathing techniques required for Adults, Children, and Infants.
• Choking Care: Recognition and intervention for conscious and unconscious choking victims of all ages.
• AED Use: Safe operation of an Automated External Defibrillator, including proper pad placement for pediatric patients.

• Maximum Flexibility: Significantly reduces time spent in a traditional classroom, fitting training around your professional or personal life.
• Universal Coverage: Certifies you to provide critical care to all age ranges, making it ideal for schools, camps, childcare, and family caregivers.
• High Regulatory Compliance: This complete certification meets the rigorous standards for OSHA and other regulatory bodies, including those requiring pediatric coverage.
• Official Digital Credential: Receive your official Red Cross Digital Certificate valid for two years upon successful completion of both components.