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Our CPR Training Classroom

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POHS is a local Training Center, partnered with the American Heart Association (AHA), to offer CPR, First Aid, and CPR Instructor classes.

Our classroom locations are located in Vancouver, Washington & Longview, Washington within the POHS clinics. Our instructors use AHA modules for teaching, with both video and hands-on materials. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a 2-year CPR eCard through AHA. We keep our pricing competitive and our class sizes small!

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Heartsaver CPR & First Aid

Our CPR Heartsaver and First Aid course is perfect for anyone outside of healthcare who wants to learn essential life-saving skills. You'll master basic CPR techniques like chest compressions, rescue breaths, and using AEDs. Plus, you'll learn crucial first aid skills such as bandaging, administering an Epi-pen, and relieving choking.

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Basic Life Support (BLS)

Our BLS CPR course is designed for healthcare providers like nurses, medical assistants, and paramedics. You’ll learn the most up-to-date techniques for performing high-quality CPR, using AEDs, and managing airways. Through hands-on training and practical scenarios with our experienced instructors, you'll gain the confidence and skills to handle any emergency situation.

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Spanish CPR & First Aid Classes

We're excited to offer Spanish CPR classes right here in the community! Our friendly, fluent instructor makes learning easy and fun, so you can get the life-saving skills you need in the language you’re most comfortable with. Whether you're looking to boost your safety know-how or need certification for work, our local class options have you covered.

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  • "Overall, I thought the CPR class was great. I enjoyed the hands-on portion and the instructor’s attitude throughout the class."

    Daphne, POHS CPR Participant

  • "I have participated in several CPR trainings over the years. My experience with Performance Occupational Health Services was, by far, the best."

    Scott M, POHS CPR Participant

  • "The instructor was very patient and friendly. I feel and felt like I am prepared to carry out the responsibility to help someone."

    McKenna, POHS CPR Participant

  • "The instructor was knowledgeable, well spoken, & able to answer any/all questions with confidence. I'd recommend anyone to this class."

    Kasie, POHS CPR Participant

  • Ideally, everyone!

    Our students come from various backgrounds, including young babysitters, nursing students, bus drivers, industrial workers, and healthcare professionals.

    Basic first aid is valuable for industrial workers, while medical professionals often require a current BLS CPR certification.

    We encourage everyone to learn life-saving skills.

  • Class durations vary from 2 to 4.5 hours based on your chosen type.

    Blended classes include a shorter in-person skills session after completing an online knowledge portion.

    Full courses, for those who prefer a classroom setting, typically run 3 to 4 hours.

  • In CPR & First Aid, you’ll learn essential lifesaving skills, including how to recognize cardiac emergencies, perform chest compressions, use an AED, and provide basic first aid.

    In BLS, you’ll learn similar skills but they will be relative to heathcare professionals, usually with more in-depth instruction.

  • After completing a CPR and/or First Aid course with POHS, you'll receive an eCard via email from the American Heart Association (AHA) within a week. This printable eCard, valid for two years, serves as your certification.

  • Si, ofrecemos clases de RCP y Primeros Auxilios en español. Los clases están dirigidos nuestra instructora. Puedes checar nuestro calendario en línea para ver las fechas disponibles. Estamos emocionados al poder ofrecer el curso en español para la comunidad Latina.

  • We do a LOT of onsite group classes with local businesses around SW Washington. Our instructors can travel, set up a mobile classroom, and get your staff certified with ease. Contact us to learn more.

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What’s Next?

Take the next step and book a class with our knowledgeable, AHA-certified instructors today.

We have lots of options for location, date, time, and class type, including los clases de RCP en Español.

We look forward to seeing you in class!

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