Nation of Heartsavers™

Focused on five areas of development, the Nation of Heartsavers offers education, information and training opportunities for all areas and ages.

Schools
The AHA is accepting applications for a new recognition program honoring schools and school districts as a part of a Nation of Heartsavers. Schools that actively participate in educational programs such as CPR and First Aid training and have a CERP, and are active participants in STEM, nutrition programs, tobacco/vaping policies and have student physical activity on campus may apply for the program.

School Districts

The AHA is accepting applications for a new recognition program honoring school districts as a part of a Nation of Heartsavers. School districts that actively create educational programs for their entire school system in CPR and First Aid training and generate a district wide CERP, and are active participants in STEM, nutrition programs, tobacco/vaping policies and have student physical activity on campuses may apply for the program.

Apply now to be recognized

Heartsaver School and Heartsaver School District Criteria and Benefits:

Review the Heartsaver Schools and School Districts Criteria and Benefits

• Get Hands-Only CPR Training
• Look for your campus CERP: Cardiac Emergency Response Plan for your school. Or create one for your school.
• Locate AEDs. Are your AEDs strategically placed within the school community?

• Actively participating in programs such as Kids Heart Challenge or American Heart Challenge
• Promote and establish programs for physical and emotional well-being.
• Promote healthy school meal program and nutrition education, regular physical education, and physical activity.

Vaping and Tobacco Policies and Programs

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• The following resources were designed to support school administrators and school board members in creating a tobacco-free school district:  
  • Enforce policy that prohibits tobacco use including e-cigarettes
  • Include and enforce a policy that prohibits any donations/curriculum from any tobacco-related industry.
  • Include and enforce a tobacco/vaping policy that provides supportive solutions

• Encourage healthy eating options
• Promote a culture of well-being
• Promote diversity and inclusion
• 6+ wellness activities

STEM Programs

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• Free STEM Resources:     
  • Include a STEM program or curriculum in place for students
  • Include a STEM training or mentorship program for teachers and faculty