1.1 Welcome to FirstAidWeb's Adult CPR & AED BLS Course

In this comprehensive course you’ll learn how to recognize cardiac arrest, perform high-quality CPR, use an AED, and deliver rescue breaths — all based on current resuscitation guidelines.

This course is ideal for:

  • Workplace safety and compliance training
  • Coaches, fitness instructors, and athletic staff
  • Security personnel and first responders
  • Medical and dental staff not required to take HCP BLS
  • Anyone who wants to be prepared to save a life

What You'll Learn

  • How to assess an unresponsive adult and recognize cardiac arrest
  • How to perform chest compressions and rescue breaths with proper technique
  • How and when to use an AED during resuscitation
  • How to manage opioid overdose in a cardiac arrest situation
  • When to apply one-rescuer vs. two-rescuer CPR

This Course Is Equivalent To:

  • American Heart Association (AHA): Heartsaver® CPR AED
  • American Red Cross (ARC): Adult CPR/AED
  • Canadian Equivalent: CPR/AED Level A
  • Hot tip: Throughout the course, you’ll see highlighted terms and phrases
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  • By the end of this course, you’ll be ready to act — and earn your Adult CPR & AED Certification to prove it.