CPR and ECC
Need Training?
Health & Safety Business Solutions with the American Heart Association can provide access to custom training solutions for your organization.
Build a Cardiac Emergency Response Plan
Share. Practice. Activate.
The American Heart Association has developed three Cardiac Emergency Response Plan checklists for General workplace and community organizations, Schools, and Sports Facilities.
CPR Courses for All Levels of Training
Healthcare Professionals
Advanced Training for Healthcare Providers and First Responders
Workplace Requirements
CPR, AED and First Aid Training for Work Requirements or Personal Certification
Community & Schools
CPR Education & Training for Individuals, Schools, or Communities
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Be Prepared for an Emergency: Learn CPR. Save a Life.
What is CPR?
CPR – or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation – is an emergency lifesaving procedure performed when the heart stops beating.
Learn Hands-Only CPR
CPR, especially if performed immediately, can double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival! Watch this video to learn the 2 easy steps of Hands-Only CPR.
Join the Nation of Lifesavers
You could be the difference between life and death for someone experiencing a cardiac event. Be ready to act by learning CPR.
Training Materials
Purchase Options
Learn about your options for purchasing training materials including student and Instructor materials, online courses, and more.
eLearning
Students can complete online training on their own time and at their own pace. See all blended learning and eLearning course offerings.
eBooks
Purchase digital versions of our CPR, First Aid and Emergency Cardiovascular Care titles today.
Course Cards
Find information on AHA Course Completion Cards, including the Course Card Reference Guide, FAQ, and the steps to access eCards.
The Science
Training Resources
AHA Instructors
Interested in training others in the lifesaving skills of first aid, CPR, and AED? Read about the steps to become an AHA Instructor.
Course Information
Courses are offered at any level of training, from healthcare professionals to workplaces and community organizations.
FAQs & Support
Visit our FAQs and support resources for information on ECC courses and products, programs, and more.