American Red Cross BLS CPR, AED + First Aid Classes in Huntsville, AL

Huntsville’s Best CPR + First Aid Classes

CPR and First Aid training gives you the skills to take action during emergencies involving cardiac arrest, choking, strokes, and other serious medical situations. At CPR Huntsville, our mission is to help more members of the community become prepared to respond with confidence before emergency medical services arrive.

CPR Huntsville has trained thousands of students through our streamlined same-day training, testing, and certification process. We believe high-quality CPR and First Aid education should be accessible, which is why we focus on practical instruction delivered at an affordable value.

What is CPR?

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is an emergency procedure that combines rescue breathing with chest compressions to help circulate oxygen-rich blood when someone experiences cardiac arrest or has stopped breathing.

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

Our courses provide hands-on instruction that prepares you to respond to emergencies involving adults, children, and infants. In addition to learning CPR techniques, you’ll develop First Aid skills that help stabilize an injured or ill person until professional medical responders arrive.

If this is your first Red Cross BLS or CPR certification course, our instructors will guide you through each lesson with practical demonstrations, hands-on practice, and personalized feedback to help you build confidence.

Throughout your training, you’ll learn how to respond to situations including:

• Assisting during severe choking incidents
• Controlling heavy bleeding
• Recognizing the warning signs of a stroke
• Identifying heart attack symptoms
• Managing serious allergic reactions
• Using an epinephrine auto-injector
• Providing care for heat- and cold-related emergencies
• Responding to poisoning emergencies
• Treating burns and scald injuries
• Supporting individuals with fractures and sprains
• Providing first aid for bites and 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?

• Instructor-led, hands-on training focused on student success.
• Smaller class sizes for individualized learning.
• Flexible training at our facility or your location for groups.
• Widely recognized Red Cross CPR and First Aid certification.
• Certification documentation provided after successful completion.

FAQS

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

We offer classes throughout the week so you can select a session that works best with your schedule.

How will I complete the First Aid / CPR class?

Once you’ve registered, simply attend your scheduled course. Our instructors will lead the classroom instruction, supervise hands-on skills practice, conduct evaluations, and answer your questions throughout the training.

Choose a course that includes in-person skills instruction and evaluation to ensure you receive a complete certification experience.

When will my certification expire?

Most CPR and First Aid certifications remain valid for two years before renewal is recommended.