American Red Cross BLS CPR, AED + First Aid Classes in Alexandria, VA

Alexandria’s Best CPR + First Aid Classes

Completing CPR and First Aid training helps you build the skills and confidence to respond during medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, choking, strokes, and traumatic injuries. Our goal is to help more people throughout the Alexandria community become prepared to provide immediate care when every second matters.

CPR Alexandria has helped thousands of students successfully earn CPR certification through our same-day training, testing, and certification process. We take pride in providing affordable, high-quality CPR and First Aid instruction so more individuals can develop essential emergency response skills.

What is CPR?

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is an emergency lifesaving technique that uses chest compressions and rescue breathing to help maintain 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 courses help students develop the knowledge and confidence to respond during many different emergency situations. You’ll practice CPR techniques for adults, children, and infants while learning practical First Aid skills that can help stabilize someone until emergency medical professionals arrive.

Whether you’re earning your first CPR certification or Red Cross BLS certification, our experienced instructors guide you through every part of the class. Questions are always encouraged, and hands-on instruction helps reinforce the techniques you’ll use in real emergencies.

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 instruction taught by experienced CPR instructors.
• Smaller classes that provide individualized attention.
• Convenient classroom training or on-site group instruction.
• Nationally recognized Red Cross CPR and First Aid certification.
• Certification documentation issued after successful completion.

FAQS

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

Classes are offered throughout the week so you can select the date and time that best fits your schedule.

How will I complete the First Aid / CPR class?

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

When choosing a certification provider, be sure the course includes in-person skills practice and evaluation before certification is awarded.

When will my certification expire?

Most CPR and First Aid certifications are valid for two years before CPR renewal is required.