Adult First Aid | CPR AED
Course overview
The goal of the HSI Adult First Aid | CPR AED training program is for participants to gain or improve knowledge and skill proficiency in adult first aid and/or CPR AED for adult, child, and infant.
This program includes flexible instructional tools for developing proficiency via demonstration and prompted practice, including scenario-based problem-solving exercises with feedback.
HSI First Aid | CPR AED reflects the latest resuscitation science and treatment recommendations published by the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR), and it conforms with the 2020 American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines Update for CPR and ECC and the annual Guidelines Update.
Class Certification Types
HSI First Aid | CPR AED allows you the flexibility to teach and provide certification in any of the following nine options listed below:
- Adult First Aid | Adult CPR AED
- Adult First Aid | Adult/Child CPR AED
- Adult First Aid | Adult/Infant CPR AED
- Adult First Aid | Adult/Child/Infant CPR AED
- Adult First Aid
- Adult CPR AED
- Adult/Child CPR AED
- Adult/Infant CPR AED
- Adult/Child/Infant CPR AED
The thing I love about HSI is the ease of use of their programs and the ‘toolbox’ method. Instructors have the ability to use the programs as they are, but are also able to adapt the training to the client that we are servicing.
Samuel Scheller, MBA, NRP
Frequently Asked Questions
The Adult First Aid | CPR AED training from HSI covers lifesaving skills such as first aid techniques, CPR, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use for adults, children, and infants. The program reflects the latest resuscitation science and treatment recommendations from ILCOR. For a full list of class topics, please refer to our Adult First Aid | CPR AED spec sheet.
Certification obtained through HSI's Adult First Aid | CPR AED training program remains valid for two years from the date of course completion.
HSI offers nine flexible certification options including Adult First Aid, Adult CPR AED, Adult/Child CPR AED, Adult/Infant CPR AED, and combined Adult/Child/Infant CPR AED. You can select certifications that best meet your organization's specific needs.
Course duration ranges from 1½ to 6½ hours, depending on the training delivery method (traditional classroom, blended learning, or Remote Skills Verification).
HSI's Adult First Aid | CPR AED training is offered through traditional classroom settings, blended learning (online coursework followed by instructor-led, in-person skills sessions), and Remote Skills Verification (RSV) options.
The course is offered in English and Spanish, providing flexibility for training diverse workforces and communities.
HSI recommends a student-to-instructor ratio of 6:1, with a maximum of 12:1. The ideal student-to-equipment ratio is 1:1, with a maximum of 3:1 to ensure effective hands-on practice.
Yes, you can become an authorized HSI Instructor. HSI offers a comprehensive Instructor Development Course (IDC) or authorization through Reciprocity if you’re already an instructor with a nationally-recognized organization. HSI’s IDC program provides Instructor training to help ensure you deliver high-quality Adult First Aid | CPR AED training effectively within your organization or community.
Certification Period
2 Years
Course Length
1 ½ - 6 ½ Hours (varies by delivery)
Student / Instructor Ratio (Recommended/Maximum)
6:1 / 12:1
Student / Equipment Ratio (Recommended/Maximum)
1:1 / 3:1
Become an InstructorClass Delivery Types
Languages
English, Spanish