CPR/First Aid/BLS Certification North Carolina (NC)

CPR, First Aid, and BLS certification in North Carolina are essential if you want to prepare for things that could happen to you or anyone in the community. Get certified with CPR Select, which starts at $19.95. The cost includes training materials and a completion card. Our curriculum follows the 2020 AHA/ILCOR Consensus on CPR and ECC Guidelines. Certificates are not issued or endorsed by the American Heart Association.

Our CPR certification course in North Carolina is designed to meet OSHA training content expectations. Note: OSHA requires hands-on skills practice for CPR courses; online-only CPR does not meet OSHA standards. Acceptance depends on your employer.

• Often accepted: Home health agencies, gyms, and non-licensed workplace roles (employer policy dependent).
• Not accepted: North Carolina childcare licensing and many hospital clinical roles, which require hands-on skills check or an AHA/ARC card.

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North Carolina's Commitment to Health: Elevating CPR Training and Emergency Preparedness

North Carolina, with its growing population of over 10 million residents, faces unique public health challenges that highlight the importance of CPR and BLS (Basic Life Support) training. Major cities like Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, and Durham experience a high demand for emergency preparedness due to their dense populations and active communities.

• Charlotte, the largest city in North Carolina with a population exceeding 900,000, sees numerous cardiac arrests each year in both public and residential settings. Public health campaigns focusing on CPR awareness and training are crucial to improving survival rates.
• Raleigh, the state capital, is home to more than 470,000 residents and numerous medical facilities. CPR training is a priority here, with city initiatives aimed at educating residents about the importance of immediate response in cardiac emergencies.
• Greensboro, with a population of over 300,000, actively promotes emergency preparedness programs that include CPR and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) training for community members and local businesses.
• Durham, known for its vibrant healthcare and research sectors, emphasizes CPR education in schools and workplaces to ensure that more citizens are ready to respond to emergencies.

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Healthcare Landscape in North Carolina

In recent years, North Carolina has faced significant public health challenges, emphasizing the importance of emergency preparedness and healthcare access for its residents.

• Health Rankings: According to America's Health Rankings, North Carolina was ranked 33rd in overall health in 2012, showing an improvement from 35th in Historical 2010–2012 data. The life expectancy in the state is 77.19 years, slightly below the national average of 78.7 years.
• Healthcare Spending: The state ranks 42nd in healthcare spending, allocating approximately $51 per person. Furthermore, around 16.7% of the population lives without health insurance, marking a significant increase of over 3% in the past decade.
• Primary Care Access: With approximately 114.7 primary care physicians per 100,000 residents, North Carolina ranks 26th in the nation for physician availability, which is slightly below the national average of 121.
• Poverty Rates: As of 2010, about 15.5% of adults in North Carolina are living below the poverty level, while the percentage of children living in poverty stands at 23.9%, ranking the state 39th in this category.
• Health Challenges: The state grapples with a moderate prevalence of sedentary lifestyles, with 29.1% of adults classified as obese, ranking 34th in adult obesity. Additionally, about 800,000 adults (10.9% of the population) are living with diabetes, which has steadily increased over the last decade.

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Public Health Initiatives and CPR Training

The need for CPR and BLS (Basic Life Support) training is vital in North Carolina, where the demand for emergency preparedness is growing. Local leaders and health organizations are committed to improving survival rates from cardiac arrests by increasing awareness and training opportunities for CPR.

• City Initiatives: Major cities like Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, and Durham have implemented public health campaigns aimed at educating residents about CPR's importance and the steps to take during emergencies.
• Healthcare Infrastructure: North Carolina has over 130 hospitals, including trauma centers that provide critical care for cardiac emergencies. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) across the state are trained in CPR, ensuring that immediate assistance is available when it matters most.

Online CPR Certification in North Carolina

Online CPR classes are available in North Carolina, which offer quality instruction for certification. You can access the courses and exams from anywhere with an internet connection. This course covers the administration of CPR to adults, children, and infants, as well as the operation of an AED or Automated Externa Defibrillator. Knowing these protocols may enhance survival outcomes in cases of cardiac arrest prior to the arrival of Emergency Medical Services personnel.

After completing your CPR training in North Carolina, your certification will be good for two years. To help you maintain your certification, we also offer CPR renewal and recertification classes in our training center that will allow you to stay updated on the latest techniques and extend your certificate by two additional years. Our CPR certification courses at CPR Select use the most recent American Heart Association guidelines, American Red Cross and Emergency Cardiovascular Care. All study materials and exams are updated and reflect the current CPR guidelines.

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Community Support for CPR Training Across North Carolina

North Carolina's commitment to public health is evident through community partnerships and initiatives aimed at increasing access to CPR training. Local health departments often collaborate with schools and organizations to offer free classes, ensuring that more residents are prepared to respond to emergencies. North Carolina law (N.C. Gen. Stat. §115C-83.31) requires high school students to receive CPR instruction as part of the graduation curriculum. This requirement ensures CPR awareness, not necessarily certification.

By fostering a culture of preparedness and encouraging CPR training, North Carolina aims to equip its residents with the lifesaving skills necessary to act quickly and effectively in emergencies.

Jobs That Requires CPR Certification in North Carolina

Most employers in North Carolina demand that their employees and aspiring applicants to have Workplace CPR, Automated External Defibrillator, or First Aid training classes as part of job requirement, especially if they are in the healthcare industry. Jobs that may need CPR certification varies and may include the following:

• Daycare instructors, babysitters, early education teachers, and anyone in contact with children.
• Teachers, administrators, counselors, coaches, and anyone else employed in an educational institution.
• All doctors and dentist staff, including administrators, receptionists, front desk, and technicians.
• Sports coaches, fitness trainers, personal trainers, or anyone else guiding physical activities.
• Police, security guards, firemen, corrections officers, and anyone that works in a high stress environment.
• Lifeguards, divers, swimming instructors, and anyone working in the water.
• Retail and food service workers, logistics workers and construction workers.
• Social workers, social workers, and aides to the elderly and disabled, whether in-facility or out.

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North Carolina DCDEE requires CPR training with an in-person skills evaluation. Self-paced/online-only CPR is not accepted for licensed childcare staff.

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North Carolina CPR/AED, First Aid & BLS Certification Classes Approved by AHA Trained Physicians

Unlike most other online CPR/AED, First Aid & BLS certification courses, our CPR Certification online in North Carolina was written and approved by American Heart Association trained U.S board certified physicians and healthcare professionals. As a result, you can feel confident in the quality of our CPR/AED, first aid, and BLS certification courses. Our online course covers the same topics that American Heart Association compliant classroom courses train you on. But, our CPR/AED training and exam are more affordable and convenient than many classroom based CPR/AED, First Aid & BLS training courses.

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What is Covered in the Online CPR/AED Certification Course?

This online CPR class will take participants through an in-depth learning style covering the topics mentioned below. We have briefly described what you should expect to be covered in each topic. By the end of this course, you will derive a comprehensive understanding of managing different emergencies and the precautions to take to protect yourself while at them.

• Importance of High-Quality Compressions: Emphasizes deep and rapid chest compressions (at least 2 inches and 100-120 per minute) to improve survival rates.
• Legal Protection for Bystanders: Good Samaritan laws encourage individuals to assist victims without fear of legal repercussions, highlighting the importance of the Chain of Survival.
• Early Recognition of Cardiac Arrest: Training focuses on identifying symptoms and warning signs promptly to initiate lifesaving actions.
• Infection Control Precautions: Awareness of the potential infectious nature of blood and bodily fluids, along with the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Age-Specific CPR Techniques: Covers tailored CPR protocols for adults, children, and infants, ensuring appropriate methods for each age group.
• Choking Response Training: Equips learners with skills to recognize and respond to choking incidents effectively, including the Heimlich maneuver.
• Emergency Response for Unconscious Victims: Instructs on how to perform CPR and check for obstructions in unconscious choking victims.
• Hands-Only CPR Recommendation: Encourages bystanders to perform compression-only CPR, focusing on continuous, high-quality chest compressions.
• Recovery Position Knowledge: Teaches how to place an unconscious victim in a recovery position to maintain airway clearance and prevent choking.
• Quick Identification of Choking Signs: Highlights the importance of recognizing signs of choking to take immediate action.
• Infant Choking Response: Details steps for addressing choking in infants, including performing back blows and chest thrusts.
• Child Choking Techniques: Guides on how to assess choking severity in children and apply the appropriate intervention.
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Usage: Provides instructions on correctly using an AED in both adult and pediatric cases, emphasizing the importance of timely defibrillation.

To test your knowledge of CPR and First Aid techniques, you will take a multiple choice exam. that You need a score of 70% to pass. Once you pass this exam, you will immediately download your temporary digital certificate or CPR card online. In most cases, your physical card is mailed the same day.

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