Pediatric First Aid | CPR AED
Course overview
The goal of the HSI Pediatric First Aid | CPR AED training program is for participants to gain or improve knowledge and skill proficiency in pediatric 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 Pediatric 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 Pediatric First Aid | CPR AED allows you the flexibility to teach and provide certification in the following options:
- Pediatric First Aid
- Child and Infant CPR AED
- Child, Infant, and Adult CPR AED
- Pediatric First Aid | Child and Infant CPR AED
- Pediatric First Aid | Child, Infant, and Adult CPR AED
Class Audience
The intended audience is individuals who are not healthcare providers or professional rescuers who
desire, or are occupationally required, to be trained and certified in pediatric first aid and/or CPR AED for the child, infant and adult.
Frequently Asked Questions
HSI's Pediatric First Aid | CPR AED training covers essential lifesaving skills specifically tailored for pediatric emergencies, including first aid, CPR, and AED use. The program reflects the latest resuscitation science and treatment recommendations from ILCOR. For a full list of class topics, please refer to our Pediatric First Aid |CPR AED program spec sheet.
The course is intended for non-healthcare providers who require or desire certification in pediatric first aid and CPR AED, such as teachers, childcare providers, camp counselors, coaches, and parents.
Certification provided by HSI's Pediatric First Aid | CPR AED course is valid for two years from the completion date, ensuring skills and knowledge remain current.
HSI provides flexible certification options, including Pediatric First Aid; Child and Infant CPR AED; Child, Infant, and Adult CPR AED; Child and Infant CPR AED; and Child, Infant, and Adult CPR AED.
The course duration typically ranges from 1½ to 6 hours, depending on the selected delivery method, such as traditional classroom training, blended learning, or Remote Skills Verification (RSV).
HSI offers various training methods, including traditional classroom settings, blended learning (combining online coursework with in-person, instructor-led skills sessions), and Remote Skills Verification (RSV) to accommodate different learning styles and schedules.
The Pediatric First Aid | CPR AED course is available in English and Spanish.
HSI recommends a student-to-instructor ratio of 6:1, with a maximum of 12:1, and an ideal student-to-equipment ratio of 1:1, with a maximum of 3:1, to ensure optimal hands-on practice and skill proficiency.
Certification Period
2 Years
Course Length
1 ½ - 6 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