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CPR Certification Requirements for Daycare & Childcare in Georgia


Georgia is a unique and special state, and itā€™s one of the states that has recently seen a surge of support for online-based CPR certification in recent years. 

Just like any state, itā€™s important to know what the acceptance is for online CPR certifications. Below weā€™ve prepared a list of the specific approvals of ProTrainings courses for Daycare & Childcare in the state of Georgia.
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Summary of CPR Certification Requirements for Georgia



  • Child Care Providers in Georgia are required to have an Adult, Child, and Infant Pediatric CPR, AED and First Aid certification.
  • The Georgia Dept. of Early Care and Learning requires a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification and First Aid for licensing. Required training should include; Adult, Child, Infant (Pediatric) CPR, AED, and First Aid.
  • A practical (hands-on) skills component is required by the state or by your Child Care facility or Day Care center to maintain employment.
  • Most employers will require a Lay Rescuer CPR, AED, and First Aid certification for all ages.
 

Course Content


Child Care Providers in Georgia usually need a Lay Rescuer CPR, AED certification. Required training should include; Adult, Child, Infant (Pediatric) CPR, AED and First Aid with a practical (hands-on) skills component.



Delivery Method

Child Care Providers in Georgia are required to maintain Adult, Child, Infant (Pediatric) CPR, AED and First Aid that includes a practical skills evaluation through in person or blended training process. A 100% online CPR will only be an option upon the discretion of the employer. If you are not certain of your employer's requirement, make sure to check with them about both the training type and the required course content.

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Department of Early Care and Learning

Summary of CPR Certification Requirements for Georgia:

The Georgia Dept. of Early Care and Learning requires Child Care Providers to maintain a certification in Adult, Child, and Infant (Pediatric) CPR, AED and First Aid with a practical (hands-on) skills component.

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Board Statement:

(2) Staffing Requirement. Whenever any child is present, there must always be a Staff member on the Center premises and on any field trip who is trained in CPR and first aid. All Staff who provide direct care to children must obtain certification in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation within the first 90 days of employment. The hours obtained completing this certification will not count toward required annual training hours. Staff employed on or prior to September 30, 2016 must satisfactorily complete certification by December 29, 2016. Staff members employed after September 30, 2016 must satisfactorily complete certification within 90 days from date of hire.

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