YOU are the first responder until help arrives.

In a cardiac emergency, every minute counts. CPR can double or even triple chance of survival. Protecting your family, your friends, and your community starts with being prepared. This American Heart Month, learn CPR.

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Be Prepared for an Emergency: Learn CPR. Save a Life.

Be Ready! Learn what CPR is, learn the two easy steps of Hands-Only CPR and join the Nation of Lifesavers.

What is CPR?

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CPR – or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation – is an emergency lifesaving procedure performed when the heart stops beating.

Learn Hands-Only CPR

CPR, especially if performed immediately, can double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival! Watch this video to learn the 2 easy steps of Hands-Only CPR.

Join Nation of Lifesavers

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You could be the difference between life and death for someone experiencing a cardiac event. Be ready to act by learning CPR.

ECC Courses and CPR Training

Whether you are a healthcare professional, require regulatory safety training for work, or are seeking to take the important step of learning CPR to protect your loved ones, we have the right training for you.

Find a Class Near You

Our network of authorized AHA Training Centers and Instructors offer in-person classroom training and skills sessions. Schedule training, find contact information, or see course options for your local Training Center with our online tools.
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Leading with Science

The American Heart Association is the leader in resuscitation science, education, and training, and publisher of the official Guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Guidelines for CPR and ECC

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First Aid Guidelines

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Drowning Focused Update

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Training Resources

AHA Instructors

Interested in training others in the lifesaving skills of first aid, CPR, and AED? Read about the steps to become an AHA Instructor.

Course Information

Courses are offered at any level of training, from healthcare professionals to workplaces and community organizations.

Purchase Options

Learn about your options for purchasing training materials including student and Instructor materials, online courses, and more.

FAQs & Support

Visit our FAQs and support resources for information on ECC courses and products, programs, and more.