American Red Cross BLS CPR, AED + First Aid Classes in Columbus, OH

Columbus’s Best CPR + First Aid Classes

Completing CPR and First Aid training gives you the confidence to respond during emergencies involving cardiac arrest, choking, strokes, and serious injuries. Our mission is to help more people throughout the Columbus community develop the lifesaving skills needed to provide immediate care until professional help arrives.

CPR Columbus has helped thousands of students earn CPR certification through our convenient same-day training, testing, and certification process. We are committed to offering affordable, high-quality CPR and First Aid training so more individuals are prepared to respond when emergencies happen.

What is CPR?

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving emergency procedure that combines chest compressions with rescue breathing to help maintain blood circulation and oxygen delivery when someone has stopped breathing or is experiencing cardiac arrest.

What can I expect from the First Aid and CPR Classes?

Our instructor-led classes are designed to build practical knowledge and confidence for responding to a variety of emergencies. You’ll learn CPR techniques for adults, children, and infants while developing First Aid skills that help you provide care until emergency medical personnel arrive.

Whether you’re earning your first CPR certification or completing Red Cross BLS certification, our instructors guide you through every step of the training. We encourage questions throughout the course and provide hands-on instruction to reinforce every skill you learn.

During training, you’ll learn how to respond to situations involving:

• Helping someone experiencing a choking emergency
• Controlling severe bleeding
• Recognizing the signs of a stroke
• Identifying symptoms of a heart attack
• Responding to serious allergic reactions
• Using an epinephrine auto-injector
• Managing heat- and cold-related illnesses
• Providing care during poisoning emergencies
• Treating burns and other thermal injuries
• Stabilizing fractures and sprains
• Assisting with bites and insect stings

Our training is recognized by employers and organizations including:

• Nurses, RNs, and CNAs
• Hospitals and EMS providers
• Home healthcare agencies
• Fitness centers and personal trainers
• Public and private schools
• Hospitality organizations
• Construction companies
• Daycare providers and caregivers
• Nursery workers
• Nursing schools and college programs
• Community organizations and nonprofits
• Fire departments and municipal agencies

Why Train With Us?

• Hands-on, instructor-led training that prepares you for real emergency situations.
• Smaller class sizes for personalized instruction and feedback.
• Flexible training at our location or convenient on-site group classes.
• Nationally recognized Red Cross CPR and First Aid certification.
• Certification documentation provided after successful course completion.

FAQS

When can I take the CPR / First Aid certification course?

Classes are available throughout the week, allowing you to choose a training session that works best with your schedule.

How will I complete the First Aid / CPR class?

After registering, attend your scheduled class where you’ll receive classroom instruction, complete hands-on practice, participate in skills evaluations, and finish the required course assessments.

When selecting a training provider, choose a program that includes in-person skills practice and evaluation as part of the certification process.

When will my certification expire?

Most CPR and First Aid certifications remain valid for two years before a CPR renewal course is needed.