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Find the right CPR, AED, First Aid, BLS, or childcare training at A-B-CPR.
Find the right CPR, AED, First Aid, BLS, or childcare training at A-B-CPR.
We offer hands-on classes at our San Diego (Mission Valley) and Oceanside locations, with in-person and select blended learning options.
Browse our available courses below. When you’re ready, use our Class Finder to choose your training, location, and learning format, then view actual class dates and register through our online scheduling system.
Not sure which class you need? Our Class Finder can help you choose, or call us at (619) 281-3304.
Choose Your CPR or First Aid Course
CPR, AED & First Aid Combination
Best for: Employees, teachers, coaches,
fitness professionals, and others who need CPR and
First Aid together.
Learn adult, child, and infant CPR, AED use,
choking response, and First Aid skills in one
training program.
A-B-CPR’s own CPR and First Aid certification
offers a practical, cost-effective option when
it meets your employer’s or organization’s
requirements.
CPR & AED — Adult, Child and Infant
Best for: Individuals who need CPR
and AED training without a separate First Aid course.
Learn how to respond to cardiac emergencies,
perform CPR for adults, children, and infants,
use an AED, and respond to choking.
This hands-on training provides an A-B-CPR
certification for applicable workplace
and community needs.
First Aid Only — Adult & Pediatric
Best for: Students who need
First Aid training without a separate CPR course.
Learn how to recognize and respond to bleeding,
injuries, burns, allergic reactions,
and other common medical emergencies.
Check your employer’s requirements before
choosing First Aid Only instead of a combined
CPR and First Aid course.
Childcare Preventive Health & Safety
Best for: Childcare providers who
need California Preventive Health and Safety training.
This program addresses childcare health
and safety topics and is separate from
pediatric CPR and First Aid training.
Review the available webinar format
and course requirements before enrolling.
AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers
Best for: Nurses, EMTs, CNAs,
dental professionals, medical students,
and healthcare workers.
Official American Heart Association Basic Life
Support training covering high-quality CPR,
AED use, and team-based emergency response.
Successful participants receive an official
AHA BLS Provider course completion card.
AHA BLS Renewal
Best for: Healthcare professionals
renewing their BLS certification.
Renew your BLS skills and complete the
applicable American Heart Association
course requirements.
Course eligibility and available renewal
formats depend on the program selected.
Childcare CPR & First Aid
Best for: Licensed childcare
providers, daycare employees, and preschool staff.
A-B-CPR offers an EMSA-approved, fully
in-person childcare CPR and First Aid program,
along with a blended learning option that
issues an official AHA Heartsaver Pediatric
First Aid CPR AED course completion card.
Choose the course and certification format
that meets your childcare training requirements.
Group CPR & First Aid Training
A-B-CPR provides on-site CPR and First Aid group training throughout Southern California, with customized quotes and scheduling.
Not Sure Which Certification You Need?
A-B-CPR is an American Heart Association Training Site offering official AHA courses, its own established CPR and First Aid certification programs, and EMSA-approved childcare training.
Not every job requires an AHA card. A-B-CPR’s own certification programs provide training based on current resuscitation guidance and can offer a more affordable option when the credential meets your requirements.
If your employer or licensing agency requires a particular course or card issuer, check those requirements before enrolling.
Learn more in our AHA vs. Red Cross vs. A-B-CPR certification comparison.
Other Ways to Learn: Fully Online CPR & First Aid Training
Online-only courses may not satisfy requirements that call for hands-on skills training.
CPR & First Aid Training Locations
San Diego — Mission Valley
Convenient for students in central San Diego, Mission Valley, Downtown, and surrounding communities.
Oceanside — North County
4083 Oceanside Blvd, Suite B, Oceanside, CA 92056
Convenient for students in Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista, and surrounding North County communities.
Ready to Find Your Class?
Browse the courses above or use the Class Finder to identify the right training and see available dates.
Questions? Call (619) 281-3304 for assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I see available CPR class dates?
Choose your course and select Find Dates & Book. Our Class Finder will help you select the applicable training location and format, then direct you to vCita, where you can view current availability and complete registration.
Can I choose between in-person and blended training?
Yes, for courses that offer both formats. In-person courses provide instructor-led classroom training, while blended courses combine online coursework with a hands-on skills session. Available formats vary by course.
Do all courses issue American Heart Association cards?
No. Official AHA courses, such as BLS for Healthcare Providers, issue the applicable AHA course completion card. Other courses issue A-B-CPR certification or course-specific documentation. The issuing organization depends on the program.
Can I take classes in either San Diego or Oceanside?
A-B-CPR offers classes at both locations. Available course types, dates, and formats may vary. Use the Class Finder to see the options for your preferred location.