Q&A For Chicago IL CPR, First Aid and BLS Certification Classes

What is the schedule for next CPR/First Aid class in Chicago IL area?

Our CPR and First Aid course are 100% online so you can take it on your own convenience without worrying about any fixed schedule. This is the most simple and fast way to meet your compliance needs.

Will your Online CPR and First Aid class meet the certification need?

Yes. Our certification is accepted by 99.3% of employer in USA. That includes employers in city of Chicago.

Does your online course work for both MAC and PC?

Our website is compatible with both browsers available on MAC, PC and tablets. So you can take your CPR, First Aid and BLS classes on any computer you have access to.

Chicago, Illinois Health and City Information

Chicago, Illinois is the largest city in the Midwestern United States. According to the CDC, approximately 15% of children are considered obese. Compared to similarly-aged children in the state of Illinois and other major cities in the U.S., adolescents from Chicago have a higher rate of obesity. Additionally, 21.4% of the population of Chicago is currently living below poverty level. Combined with an estimated 550,000 people (or 19.7% of the population) living without health insurance, the city of Chicago is facing major medical funding issues.

Given the unique health issues Chicago is facing, it is vitally important for medical professionals in Chicago, IL to be certified in CPR, First Aid and BLS (Basic Life Support). These are critical qualifications for EMTs, RNs and other medical professionals. "CPR Select" provides quality online training programs for medical professionals wishing to become certified, or recertify in CPR, First Aid and BLS.

The University of Chicago Medicine is Chicago's state-of-the-art medical facility, founded in 1927, that boasts a 1.2 million square foot facility specializing in advanced medicine, cancer, digestive disorders, high-tech medical imaging and neuroscience. With over 700 physicians and 900 residents, and more than 1,500 nurses, the University of Chicago Medicine is "at the forefront of medicine."

Chicago, also called "The Windy City," is the 3rd most populated city in the nation with a population of over 2.9 million in 237 square miles. Incorporated in 1837, Chicago has a rich history. In 1893, at the World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago introduced the world to the first Ferris wheel. Although it has since been remodeled, visitors can still see a replica on Navy Pier. The city was also the site of the 1929 St. Valentine's Day Massacre.

Chicago's economy is comprised largely of tourism, with more than 40 million visitors each year. Home to 11 Fortune 500 companies, Chicago's economy is also based on transportation because of its central location, finance, manufacturing, retail, publishing and print.

Known for its dedication to entertainment and the arts, ethnic diversity and food, Chicago is home to more than 200 theatres, and more than 200 art galleries. With a very diverse ethnical make-up and over seven thousand restaurants, it is no wonder Chicago has created some well-known food dishes, including the Deep-Dish Pizza and the Chicago-Style Hot Dog.

Additional attractions include 26 miles of lakefronts, 15 miles of beaches and more than 500 parks, the Willis Tower (formerly the Sears Tower), Navy Pier, Millennium Park and numerous parades all year long.