By understanding each department’s purpose in regards to CPR training, you will be better equipped to make an informed decision as to which group makes sense for your organization’s unique goals and objectives.
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Roy Shaw
Roy is the lead trainer and co-founder of ProTrainings. He is also an EMT paramedic whose opinions about rescue come from many years of experience on the ambulance.
In his spare time, Roy is also the host of a video podcast called Roy on Rescue, a show where Roy lets his “Training Mask” slip a little and reveals some of the more personal things about himself and his business and training career.
The Definitive Guide to CPR Training
When learning a life-saving skill like CPR, there’s far more to it than the steps themselves. To help you understand CPR best practices, where national and international guidelines come from, and how to get the highest quality training and certification, we’ve put together this definitive guide to CPR training. Learn About CPR Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)…
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Choosing the Best CPR Class Type for Your Organization: Online, Blended, or Classroom
When it comes to training your group or organization in CPR, understanding which class type will be the best fit for everyone involved is essential. With online, classroom, and blended options available, it can be difficult to decide which is the best fit for your needs. But with the right information and insight, you can choose an option that works for everyone.
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The Problem With Auto Sign-Offs in CPR Training
When a person goes into cardiac or respiratory arrest, a bystander’s first instinct is usually to look around for a medical professional or first responder. Naturally, a health care worker can be a calming presence because it’s assumed he or she knows what to do thanks to their day-to-day life-saving skills. Unfortunately, “auto sign-off” is commonplace in CPR training. Read on to learn why, exactly, auto sign-offs in CPR training are so dangerous for medical professionals.
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Choosing the Best Group CPR Training for Your Company
CPR training is a vital need for your employees, and you want to make sure they are properly equipped. Are you feeling overwhelmed by all of the decisions to make and options to consider? Let’s walk through how you can select the best group CPR training for your company.
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What You Need to Know About CPR Laws
CPR is a life-saving skill, but the fear of facing legal repercussions can make people, and even sometimes medical professionals, hesitate to act in an emergency. CPR laws make a difference when it comes to providing emergency care by protecting the people who perform CPR and first aid. Read on to learn more about the most important CPR laws that exist to protect health care professionals and laypersons.
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5 Situations When You Do Not Perform CPR
Most people know the importance of administering CPR when a person is not breathing or when their heart has stopped. But what are the situations when you do not perform CPR? In other words, in what scenarios is performing CPR ineffective, discouraged, or likely to cause more harm than good? Here are 5 situations when you do not perform CPR, and what to do instead.
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How Does a Blended CPR Class Work & Where Can I Take One?
The emergence of online and blended learning has revolutionized the CPR certification process. Now, professionals and laypersons alike can learn step-by-step emergency safety procedures from the comfort of their own homes, at their own pace. Here’s everything you need to know about blended CPR classes, where you can sign up for one, and how to make the most of it.
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How Long Does a CPR Class Take & What to Expect From an In-Person CPR Class?
Despite the increasing prevalence and convenience of online classes, not everyone is suited to online learning. For some, an in-person class offers some benefits that make it worth considering. But how long does a CPR class take, and can you even fit it into your busy schedule? Keep reading to learn what you can expect from an in-person CPR class.
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How Long Is CPR Training & How Does an Online CPR Course Work?
The option to earn or renew a CPR certification without having to be physically present in a classroom is a welcome alternative for anyone with a busy lifestyle — health care professional or otherwise. An online CPR class might be the perfect solution for you — especially if you’re wondering, “How long is CPR training, and do I have the time for it?”. Here’s everything you need to know about online CPR courses!
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The True Cost of Classroom CPR & First Aid Certification
Read on to see the cost of CPR and first aid certification, as well as some affordable online and blended training options.
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7 Steps to CPR: An Easy Guide to a Life-Saving Skill
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving skill that everyone should have some fundamental knowledge of. Not knowing the proper techniques can be dangerous — and even fatal in some cases. Luckily, there are just seven steps to CPR that might help you save a life. Anyone can learn how to administer critical care in an emergency situation. Here’s why CPR is so important to learn, as well as seven easy steps to CPR so that you can start learning today.
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