No, we do not offer free courses. We are a private company and must pay rent, instructors and classroom materials-we do not receive funds from the American Heart Association or any other organization.

Registration can be done on our website, or by emailing us at: info@1stChoiceCPR.com or by calling our office at: 330-415-4401.

We accept cash, credit and debit cards. We do not accept personal checks. We can invoice some businesses. Call to get more details.

For AHA courses (BLS, ACLS, PALS) you will receive written verification on our letterhead that states that you successfully completed the course at the end of the class if you pass. The eCard is usually sent out within 1-2 business days. If you have not received it after 72 hours (3 days), please contact our office at 330-415-4401.
ASHI cards are given at the conclusion of the class unless your employer has paid for you class and requested that they be mailed them directly to them.

We offer private classes, but suggest blended courses if you need certification right away since these are quicker and easier to schedule than a private session.

ASHI and AHA courses are all 2 year certifications except for BBP. It is a one year certification per OSHA.

If you lost your ASHI card, we can make you a replacement card for a small fee. Please contact us via email or phone 330-415-4401. We will need your name, email address and employer (if they paid for your class) and approximate date that you took the course. If you lost your AHA Card, it’s not lost! It’s an eCard. It should still be available in your email.
You can also access your AHA eCard via: https://ecards.heart.org/student/myecards If you provided your phone number you can claim your ecard via text, text the word “eCard” to “51736”

It is the exact same card issued for both the blended course and classroom course.

ASHI is geared towards the general public/non healthcare professionals. For example, coaches, childcare providers, parents, independent providers, industrial workers etc.
AHA BLS is geared towards healthcare professionals. For example, nurses, physical/occupational therapists, dentists and hygiene professionals, physicians, pharmacists and students of these professions. **Note that BLS Provider is the new title that replaced the former “BLS for Healthcare Providers,” it is still the required course for all those who work in a professional healthcare capacity.

The class involves hands-on practice so it is best if you wear comfortable clothes that you can move around in. If you have long hair, it’s best to wear it back.

If you took the course through 1 st Choice CPR, you may sit in on the class as a review at no cost any time during that certification period. A new certification card will not be issued for the review.

No, that means you cannot take the CPR course completely online. ALL of our CPR courses require an in person hands on practice and testing. We train literally thousands of students a year and have never had one of our cards not be accepted by an employer or school.

Everyone has their own manikin for the duration of the class.

Barrier devices are provided at class. You are, however, welcome to bring your own or purchase one at class.

You can renew your BLS certification on the same day as your ACLS & PALS class for an additional $25. There is a required skills testing and a 25 question written exam. The amount of time needed to complete the BLS requirements will vary by student. Overall, this is a much quicker and less expensive alternative rather than taking the BLS course on a separate date/time than ACLS or PALS.

Yes, we would love to come to your facility and hold a class! Contact us today to set up a class.

Yes, depending our facility schedule, we can definitely hold a class just for your staff. There is no extra charge. But like offsite private classes, we do charge for a small minimum number of students. Please contact us for more information.