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BLS Recertification

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BLS means "Basic Life Support". Get your BLS Recertification online and learn skills covering all ages.

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CPR For Healthcare Provider

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CPR for healthcare providers teaches life-saving skills during a cardiopulmonary emergency.

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First-Aid Recertification

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Learn how to treat an injury or illness when every second counts. Take Online First-Aid Recertification from us.

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Adult CPR

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Learn life saving techniques to use on an adult who experiences cardiac arrest with a free adult CPR Recertification course.

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Bloodborne Pathogens

Valid for 1-year $14.99

Learn procedures for handling pathogens and minimizing exposure with bloodborne pathogens training.

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ACLS Recertification

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American Academy Of CPR And First Aid

Accredited CPR Recertification
with CME/CEU Credits

Our Online CPR certification is designed for medical and non-medical professionals, healthcare providers, and those seeking continuing education credits. It features up-to-date CPR training with a user-friendly design for easy learning.

Our certification courses follow the professional standards set by the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine and are accredited for Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education® (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center® (ANCC).

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Nursing
Pharmacy
Dental
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Optometry
Dietician

Physician (MD, DO)

AMA Credits (American Medical Association)

The Postgraduate Institute for Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of:

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Course Activity Name Credit Hours
BLS CPR 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
BLS CPR Recertification 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Healthcare Provider CPR 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Healthcare Provider CPR Recertification 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Adult CPR 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Adult CPR Recertification 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Basic First Aid 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Basic First Aid Recertification 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Blood Borne Pathogens 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Blood Borne Pathogens Recertification 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 10 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Recertification 10 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM

Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.



Nursing (RN, APRN, LVN, LPN)

ANCC Credits (American Nurses Credentialing Center)

The maximum number of hours awarded for this Continuing Nursing Education activity is:

ANCC
Course Activity Name Credit Hours
BLS CPR 2 Contact Hours
BLS CPR Recertification 2 Contact Hours
Healthcare Provider CPR 2 Contact Hours
Healthcare Provider CPR Recertification 2 Contact Hours
Adult CPR 1 Contact Hour
Adult CPR Recertification 1 Contact Hour
Basic First Aid 1.5 Contact Hours
Basic First Aid Recertification 1.5 Contact Hours
Blood Borne Pathogens 1 Contact Hour
Blood Borne Pathogens Recertification 1 Contact Hour
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 10 Contact Hours
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Recertification 10 Contact Hours

Pharmacy
Pharmacists (PharmD, RPh)

ACPE Credits (Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education)
  • ACPE Credits Release Date: February 1st, 2026
  • ACPE Credits Exp Date: January 31st, 2027

The Postgraduate Institute for Medicine designates this activity for the following pharmacy education contact hours:

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Course Activity Name Credit Hours Pharmacists Universal Activity Number
BLS CPR 2 Hours (0.20 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-072-H05-P
BLS CPR Recertification 2 Hours (0.20 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-072-H05-P
Healthcare Provider CPR 2 Hours (0.20 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-073-H05-P
Healthcare Provider CPR Recertification 2 Hours (0.20 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-073-H05-P
Adult CPR 1 Hour (0.10 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-076-H05-P
Adult CPR Recertification 1 Hour (0.10 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-076-H05-P
Basic First Aid 1.5 Hours (0.15 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-074-H05-P
Basic First Aid Recertification 1.5 Hours (0.15 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-074-H05-P
Blood Borne Pathogens 1 Hour (0.10 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-075-H05-P
Blood Borne Pathogens Recertification 1 Hour (0.10 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-075-H05-P
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 10 Hours (1.00 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-077-H05-P
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Recertification 10 Hours (1.00 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-077-H05-P

Pharmacy Technicians: CPhT

Course Activity Name Credit Hours Pharmacy Technicians Universal Activity Number
BLS CPR 2 Hours (0.20 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-072-H05-T
BLS CPR Recertification 2 Hours (0.20 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-072-H05-T
Healthcare Provider CPR 2 Hours (0.20 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-073-H05-T
Healthcare Provider CPR Recertification 2 Hours (0.20 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-073-H05-T
Adult CPR 1 Hour (0.10 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-076-H05-T
Adult CPR Recertification 1 Hour (0.10 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-076-H05-T
Basic First Aid 1.5 Hours (0.15 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-074-H05-T
Basic First Aid Recertification 1.5 Hours (0.15 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-074-H05-T
Blood Borne Pathogens 1 Hour (0.10 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-075-H05-T
Blood Borne Pathogens Recertification 1 Hour (0.10 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-075-H05-T
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 10 Hours (1.00 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-077-H05-T
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Recertification 10 Hours (1.00 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-077-H05-T

Dental (DDS or DMD)

ADA Credits (The American Dental Association)

Postgraduate Institute for Medicine designates these activities for the following continuing education credits:

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Course Activity Name Credit Hours
BLS CPR 2 continuing education credits
BLS CPR Recertification 2 continuing education credits
Healthcare Provider CPR 2 continuing education credits
Healthcare Provider CPR Recertification 2 continuing education credits
Adult CPR 1 continuing education credits
Adult CPR Recertification 1 continuing education credits
Basic First Aid 1.5 continuing education credits
Basic First Aid Recertification 1.5 continuing education credits
Blood Borne Pathogens 1 continuing education credits
Blood Borne Pathogens Recertification 1 continuing education credits
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 10 continuing education credits
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Recertification 10 continuing education credits

Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)

This program offers the following AAPA Category 1 CME Credits for Physician Assistant:

AAPA Credits (American Academy of Physician Associates)
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Course Activity Name Credit Hours
BLS CPR 2 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
BLS CPR Recertification 2 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
Healthcare Provider CPR 2 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
Healthcare Provider CPR Recertification 2 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
Adult CPR 1 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
Adult CPR Recertification 1 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
Basic First Aid 1.5 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
Basic First Aid Recertification 1.5 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
Blood Borne Pathogens 1 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
Blood Borne Pathogens Recertification 1 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 10 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Recertification 10 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits

Physician Assistant (PA)

PAs may claim credits as mentioned for completing bellow activity. NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society

BLS CPR 2 Category 1 CreditTM
BLS CPR Recertification 2 Category 1 CreditTM
Healthcare Provider CPR 2 Category 1 CreditTM
Healthcare Provider CPR Recertification 2 Category 1 CreditTM
Adult CPR 1 Category 1 CreditTM
Adult CPR Recertification 1 Category 1 CreditTM
Basic First Aid 1.5 Category 1 CreditTM
Basic First Aid Recertification 1.5 Category 1 CreditTM
Blood Borne Pathogens 1 Category 1 CreditTM
Blood Borne Pathogens Recertification 1 Category 1 CreditTM
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 10 Category 1 CreditTM
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Recertification 10 Category 1 CreditTM

Optometry (OD)

COPE Credits (The Council on Optometric Practitioner Education)

The courses below are COPE approved for the following hours of CE credit:

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Course Activity Name Credit Hours
Advanced BLS CPR 2 hours of CE credit
Advanced BLS CPR Recertification 2 hours of CE credit
Healthcare Provider CPR 2 hours of CE credit
Healthcare Provider CPR Recertification 2 hours of CE credit
Adult CPR 1 hours of CE credit
Adult CPR Recertification 1 hours of CE credit
Basic First Aid 1.5 hours of CE credit
Basic First Aid Recertification 1.5 hours of CE credit
Blood Borne Pathogens 1 hours of CE credit
Blood Borne Pathogens Recertification 1 hours of CE credit
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 10 hours of CE credit
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Recertification 10 hours of CE credit

Dietician (RD or RDN)

CDR Credits (Commission on Dietetic Registration)

This program offers the following CPEUs for dieticians:

CDR
Course Activity Name Credit Hours
BLS CPR 2 CPEUs for dieticians
BLS CPR Recertification 2 CPEUs for dieticians
Healthcare Provider CPR 2 CPEUs for dieticians
Healthcare Provider CPR Recertification 2 CPEUs for dieticians
Adult CPR 1 CPEU for dietician
Adult CPR Recertification 1 CPEU for dietician
Basic First Aid 1.5 CPEUs for dieticians
Basic First Aid Recertification 1.5 CPEUs for dieticians
Blood Borne Pathogens 1 CPEUs for dieticians
Blood Borne Pathogens Recertification 1 CPEUs for dieticians
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 10 CPEUs for dieticians
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Recertification 10 CPEUs for dieticians

Others / Non Medical Professional

AMA Credits (American Medical Association)

The Postgraduate Institute for Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of:

Course Activity Name Credit Hours
BLS CPR 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
BLS CPR Recertification 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Healthcare Provider CPR 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Healthcare Provider CPR Recertification 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Adult CPR 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Adult CPR Recertification 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Basic First Aid 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Basic First Aid Recertification 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Blood Borne Pathogens 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Blood Borne Pathogens Recertification 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 10 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Recertification 10 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM

American Academy Of CPR And First Aid Advisory Members for Online CPR Recertification and Hands-On CPR Skills Standards and Guidelines

The American Academy of CPR & First Aid Advisory Members is a team of healthcare experts committed to improving training for CPR certification. They regularly review scientific research on resuscitation, cardiac arrest, and CPR training, ensuring our courses align with the latest medical standards. With a focus on CPR Certification Online, CPR AED Certification, and hands-on CPR, the advisory team helps participants develop essential life-saving skills. All certifications include CME credit, providing high-quality education for professionals.

  • Faculty Author : Jehangir Gowani, MD, FAAP, FACP.
  • Emergency Medicine Physician Reviewers: Daniel Sternberg, MD.
  • ER Nurse Educator (MSN) Reviewers : Amanda Ernst, MSN.
  • Nurse Practitioner Reviewers : Laila Valliani, FNP-C, APRN, MSN, BSN, RN.
  • Nurse Practitioner and CPR Instructor : Brittany Heitkamp, Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-PC).
  • Certified Paramedic and CPR Instructor : Robert Dixon, Registered Paramedic and CPR Instructor.
  • Standards and Trusted : Accredited CME Credits.
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BLS Recertification

Learn basic life support BLS techniques to perform CPR on adults, children and infants during the online BLS CPR course. With BLS renewal online, you'll review how to properly use an automated external defibrillator (AED), chest compression to ventilation ratio, the Heimlich maneuver, and more. Try our free CPR BLS recertification online course today.



Online CPR Recertification for Healthcare Providers

Designed specifically for healthcare providers, our online training teaches you the skills you need for employment and workplace requirements. During the online CPR certification renewal course you can refresh your skills using an automated external defibrillator and learn new techniques to perform CPR that may have been updated since your last training. Renew your Healthcare Providers Certification by clicking below.



Online First Aid Recertification

Brush up on your knowledge of first aid procedures and learn proper medical response techniques for a wide range of injuries and illnesses. The recertification course provides self paced online training for everything you need to know to treat or offer assistance to someone until professional medical help arrives. Your online first aid recertification is available to purchase once you've completed the coursework and passed the exam.



Online Bloodborne Pathogens Recertification

Our bloodborne pathogens training teaches you how to safely handle blood and other bodily fluids to reduce and prevent the risk of infection from life-threatening diseases. During the course you'll get a recap on the proper techniques in handling blood and using personal protective equipment to further protect against infectious bloodborne pathogens. Upon completing the bloodborne pathogens renewal training and passing the exam, you can then purchase your recertification.



Online Adult CPR Recertification

Learn the proper CPR steps for adults and how to react quickly and effectively during a cardiac emergency. The Adult CPR renewal course also provides a review on the basic anatomy of the heart and how cardiopulmonary resuscitation works to sustain life until emergency responders arrive. Get your recertification after you've taken the course and passed the exam.



ACLS Renewal

Learn the latest guidelines and protocols for managing cardiac emergencies such as cardiac arrest, stroke, and acute coronary syndrome. The ACLS renewal course is designed for healthcare professionals covering topics including performing advanced life support techniques, interpreting ECGs, administering medications, and effectively communicating with a team during a resuscitation event. Get your ACLS recertification today!


Online CPR Recertification and CPR renewal—print your certification or get by mail

Taking the time to get your CPR certification renewal will ensure you have the skills to save a life as well as maintain certification. We offer recertification courses for free, and it is incredibly easy to complete on your own time. To become recertified for employment requirements, or simply for your own benefit, our CPR and first aid recertification course is an affordable and effective option for brushing up on your knowledge, and can be done so all at your own pace. After successful completion of the course and exam, you can print your certification for a low cost.

Get Your Online CPR Renewal Quickly

In the medical field you must continuously maintain, and improve your skills to develop your understanding of various life-saving procedures and emergency cardiovascular care. Obtaining your initial training and renewing at least every two years ensures you have up-to-date techniques for first aid, emergency care, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Helpful Tips about Recertification

Your online CPR renewal is critically important to preserve the skills you’ve learned, as well as to stay up to date on current resuscitation and first aid techniques. Renewing online is a fast and affordable way to do that. What’s more, is that online learning is more essential now than ever. Our courses are designed to maximize the learning experience and teach you everything you need to know in a short amount of time.

Before online certifications were available the only way to become certified or renew a certification would be to attend an instructor-led classroom training, with some classes lasting upwards of 8 hours. Attending an in-person class requires a larger time commitment, and typically a higher cost. Due to the class length, retention also suffers from covering too much information in a single session. Alternatively, renewing online allows you to learn at your own pace and schedule.

Online Renewal Builds Memory

Perhaps the most critical aspect of renewing online is simply to keep it fresh in your memory. CPR certificates are valid for two years, and the bloodborne pathogen recertification is good for one year. However, while online CPR training is an invaluable skill to learn, you likely won't use it often if you're not a medical professional. As such, you'll likely forget critical steps in the process if you're not regularly performing CPR. For example, the most commonly forgotten procedures include:

  • Checking for safety (and breaths) prior to activating the emergency response system
    • Always evaluate the scene to ensure you're in a safe environment prior to assisting the victim. The last thing you need to happen in a life-threatening emergency is to become injured or incapacitated yourself. Situations such as car accidents, or even aggressive bystanders can result in even worse outcomes than the immediate situation at hand.
    • Being able to recognize how a victim is breathing is crucial to your next steps. Recognizing cardiac arrest, and checking for absence of breaths, or abnormal breathing needs to be performed prior to activating the emergency response system.
  • Early administration
    • If you're a bystander administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation, you need to focus on performing the procedure. This is a critical step. Ensure you're instructing others around to call for help and retrieve an AED while you're performing chest compressions and breaths.
  • Depth and ratio of chest compressions
    • Knowing the depth and ratio of chest compressions to breaths is essential. Our online courses will refresh your memory and give you a review of the correct procedures and skills for adults, children, and infants, as well as the difference with 1 and 2 rescuers.

Reviewing cardiopulmonary resuscitation skills on a regular basis will keep the steps fresh in your mind when you need it most. It is particularly important to ensure you commit the above steps to memory. The CPR renewal online courses are designed by medical professionals in a simple, concise format to ensure you receive proper training.

How long are CPR and first aid recertification courses?

Our free courses are expertly designed to provide fast, affordable, and effective CPR certification training. You may use as much or as little time as needed, however, each course is designed to be completed within 60-90 minutes.

How often should I renew my CPR certification?

In order to maintain compliance with most CPR and first aid certification requirements, you are required to renew every two years. The American Academy recommends renewing at least 6 months prior to expiration. Like learning any new skill, repetition is key to mastery. The more often you review and practice, the more proficient you will become.

How can I check the status of my CPR Certificate?

If you have already received a certificate or wallet card from the American Academy, we offer a convenient option to check if your card is still valid at our online card verification page.

CPR Renewal is easy with Online Training

Acquiring your certificate can be difficult when balancing your family, career, and personal life. How do you find the time to attend a traditional outside training classes or other courses? What if you only need to relearn the number of chest compressions per minute? With our CPR recertification courses you will quickly learn what you need to know. That is why we offer free CPR and BLS training, covering everything from basic first aid to healthcare provider BLS, to bloodborne pathogens training.

Every one of our in-home learning opportunities offers the best information available, designed with in-depth, focused material to ensure you have an outstanding cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid experience. You can spend as much, or as little time needed. If you are a seasoned cardiopulmonary resuscitation professional with little time to spend in a classroom setting, you can skip the CPR renewal course and go straight to the test. If you haven't reviewed the technique in years, you can take as much time as you need to learn CPR with our training material, as well as taking the exam. We offer the best of both worlds with our CPR recertification online courses.

Getting recertified online during COVID-19

The global pandemic has caused a major shift in how we interact with others. As a result, CPR certification and first aid techniques and protocols, too, have changed in ways to provide additional steps and preventative measures to reduce the risk of contracting and spreading COVID-19.

The American Academy courses provide updated resuscitation methods in the event of a a cardiopulmonary emergency or heart attack to help you renew your CPR certification while also reducing the risk of contracting and spreading COVID-19.

Looking for CPR Recertification Near Me? Renew your certification quickly and conveniently online.

Skip the search for CPR Recertification Near Me and complete your renewal entirely online. The American Academy offers a self-paced course that lets you refresh your skills and recertify from anywhere, on your schedule.

Unlike a traditional CPR Recertification Near Me, our online program eliminates the hassle of commuting, scheduling conflicts, and in-person class fees. You can complete the training at home while still meeting recertification requirements.

If you’re searching for CPR Recertification Near Me, our online course provides the same essential knowledge without the inconvenience of an all-day session. Renew your certification today and stay prepared to respond when it matters most.

Don't Let Your CPR Certification Expire!

Keep your CPR recertification current so you're always prepared to respond during emergencies and maintain your professional qualifications. If your certification has expired or is approaching its expiration date, completing your online CPR recertification is a fast and convenient way to stay certified. If your certification has been expired for more than 30 days, we recommend reviewing the complete course to refresh your knowledge and earn your CPR renewal. Our flexible training includes the latest CPR guidelines to help you perform life-saving techniques with confidence.

Mission and Vision

Vision: Our vision is to make online CPR recertification accessible to everyone, helping individuals maintain their CPR knowledge, strengthen life-saving skills, and respond confidently to cardiac arrest and other medical emergencies.

Mission: Our mission is to provide high-quality CPR recertification online through flexible, affordable, and easy-to-follow training that promotes continuous learning, public safety, and emergency preparedness.

Whether you're searching for CPR Recertification Near Me or prefer the convenience of Online CPR Recertification, the American Academy of CPR and First Aid makes it easy to renew your certification anytime, anywhere, and stay prepared to save lives.

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The American Academy makes it simple to complete your CPR recertification online from the comfort of your home or workplace. Our engaging training includes instructional videos, illustrations, diagrams, and easy-to-follow learning materials that help reinforce essential CPR and first aid skills. Whether you need CPR renewal online for work or personal preparedness, our self-paced courses fit your schedule on desktop, tablet, or mobile devices.

Refresh your CPR knowledge, maintain your certification, and strengthen your confidence to respond when every second counts. Start your online CPR recertification today and continue making a difference in emergency situations.


Frequently Asked Questions?

CPR renewal allows individuals with an expiring or expired CPR certificate to refresh essential life-saving skills, including chest compressions, rescue breathing, emergency assessment, and AED use.

Completing a CPR certification renewal helps you review current CPR techniques, proper compression depth and rate, rescue breathing procedures, and emergency response steps so you can respond confidently during cardiac emergencies.

Yes. You can complete your CPR renewal online through a flexible, self-paced certification course available from any internet-connected device.

After reviewing the updated CPR training materials and successfully passing the final exam, you can instantly download and print your renewed CPR certificate from your account.

If you select the Blended Hands-On CPR option, you can also schedule a live virtual skills session with an instructor. During the session, you will demonstrate CPR techniques using a manikin and complete the required CPR Skills Evaluation Checklist. Your completed certification will include the instructor’s signature.

CPR recertification reviews essential emergency response skills, including:

  • Performing chest compressions at the proper rate and depth
  • Providing effective rescue breathing
  • Recognizing cardiac and breathing emergencies
  • Operating an Automated External Defibrillator correctly

Once you complete the updated course materials and pass the online exam, your renewed CPR certification becomes available for immediate download.

Learners who choose the Blended Hands-On CPR option must also complete a live virtual CPR skills evaluation before receiving their final certification.

To begin CPR recertification online, register for the renewal course, log in to your account, and review the updated CPR training materials at your own pace.

After completing the lessons and earning a score of 80% or higher on the exam, you can immediately download and print your renewed CPR certificate.

If you enroll in the Blended Hands-On CPR course, you must also successfully complete the live instructor-led skills session to finalize your CPR certification renewal.

The estimated completion time for each online certification course is:

  • BLS CPR Certification: Approximately 2 hours
  • CPR for Healthcare Providers: Approximately 2 hours
  • Adult CPR Certification: Approximately 1 hour
  • Basic First Aid Certification: Approximately 1.5 hours
  • Bloodborne Pathogens Certification: Approximately 1 hour
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS): Approximately 10 hours

These estimated times include reviewing the course materials and completing the certification exam. Because all courses are self-paced, actual completion times may vary based on the learner’s experience and study speed.

The online CPR recertification course reviews essential life-saving skills, including:

  • CPR Techniques: Review how to perform effective chest compressions and rescue breathing during cardiac arrest.
  • AED Usage: Learn how to operate an Automated External Defibrillator safely and correctly.
  • Emergency Scene Safety: Review protective measures that help keep rescuers and victims safe during an emergency.
  • Chain of Survival: Understand how early recognition, CPR, AED use, and coordinated emergency care can improve survival outcomes.
  • Recognizing Cardiac Emergencies: Review the warning signs of cardiac arrest, heart attack, and breathing emergencies.
  • Assessing Unresponsive Individuals: Learn how to evaluate responsiveness, breathing, and the need for immediate CPR.

This CPR renewal course helps refresh your knowledge and build confidence so you can respond effectively during critical emergencies.

The Blended Hands-On CPR course combines self-paced online training with a live virtual instructor-led skills evaluation. The process includes:

  • Sign Up: Enroll in the Blended Hands-On CPR renewal course.
  • Complete the Course: Finish the online CPR training lessons at your own pace.
  • Pass the Exam: Earn a score of at least 80% on the online certification exam.
  • Obtain a Manikin: Use a CPR manikin to practice chest compressions and rescue breathing.
  • Attend the Live Session: Schedule a virtual skills session with an instructor.
  • Complete the Skills Evaluation: Demonstrate the required CPR techniques and pass the hands-on assessment.
  • Receive Certification: Download your renewed CPR certification after successfully completing all requirements.

The certification validity period depends on the course completed:

  • Healthcare Provider CPR Certification: 2 years
  • Adult CPR Certification: 2 years
  • First Aid Certification: 2 years
  • Bloodborne Pathogens Certification: 1 year
  • ACLS Certification: 2 years

The combined course discount helps you save when completing multiple CPR renewal and certification courses:

  • First certification course: $14.99
  • Second certification course: $14.00
  • Each additional certification course: $12.00

This discounted pricing applies to both new certification courses and online certification renewals.

To access institutional and group CPR training discounts, please Click Here to register.

We offer group pricing based on the number of participants, including discounts on initial CPR certifications, renewal courses, and additional certificates. Please review the pricing details below:

Number of People Discount Actual Cost Discounted Price Next Certificate Cost Discounted Price (Next Certificate)
≤ 25 People 10% $14.99 $13.49 $12 $10.80
>25 and ≤ 50 People 15% $14.99 $12.74 $12 $10.20
>50 and ≤ 75 People 20% $14.99 $11.99 $12 $9.60
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