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How to Perform Hands-Only CPR

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If someone suddenly collapsed in front of you, would you know what to do? If you’ve taken our CPR and First Aid courses, or taken advantage of our Free Blue Cross/Blue Shield CPR courses, then you’ll know how to act. But if you haven’t (yet) you can still take action to save a life by remembering these simple steps for performing hands-only CPR using the American Heart Association Guidelines: 

Hands-Only CPR Can Save Lives

Most people who experience cardiac arrest at home, work or in a public location die because they don’t receive immediate CPR from someone on the scene. As a bystander, don’t be afraid. Your actions can only help. When calling 911, you will be asked for your location. Be specific, especially if you’re calling from a mobile phone as that is not associated with a fixed address. Answering the dispatcher’s questions will not delay the arrival of help. 

How to Give Hands-Only CPR

If you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse, call 911 and push hard and fast in the center of the chest to the beat of any tune that is 100 to 120 beats per minute. Immediate CPR can double or even triple a person’s chance of survival.

Other ways to help:

Share this knowledge page from the American Heart Assocation, full of easy-to-understand graphs and fun videos. Follow the hashtag #CPRSavesLives for inspirational stories!

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for First Aid and CPR in Minnesota. Find your CPR Class, PALS Class, BLS Class or ACLS Class at any of our Minnesota locations:

We also partner with Duluth, Mankato, Rochester, Appleton and Anchorage for select classes.

Notice: American Heart Association Course Completion Card Price Increase

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The American Heart Association informed us that beginning October 2017, the retail price of all AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED, CPR AED, First Aid and Pediatric First Aid CPR AED student course completion cards/eCards will be increased. This will affect anyone taking a

Heartsaver (lay responder) course after October 2017. This change will occur nation-wide and impact every American Heart Association Heartsaver course. The course curriculum will remain the same, and will continue to adhere to the 2015 AHA Guidelines Update for CPR and ECC.

While cards/eCards will have an increase in cost, the suggested retail price of all related online courses will be reduced. According to the AHA, the shift is designed to make the student workbooks more accessible as a valuable reference tool before, during, and after training as required by the AHA Program Administration Manual.

You will not need to take any extra steps when signing up for classes. We wanted to inform you of this change so you will be aware of the cost when signing up for classes. If you have any questions about this change or need help planning your courses, please contact us.

Even at the increased cost, AHA classes are the best value for your dollar. We offer superior customer service, the most offerings and locations of all AHA providers in the state, certification expiration tracking and have an outstanding BBB accredited A+ rated team of instructors. We’ll continue to provide you excellent classes at competitive prices.  

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for First Aid and CPR in Minnesota. Find your CPR Class, PALS Class, BLS Class or ACLS Class at any of our Minnesota locations:

We also partner with Duluth, Mankato, Rochester, Appleton and Anchorage for select classes.

HeartCert Comes to Rochester and St. Cloud

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We’re excited to announce that we’ve recently added two new locations for you to take classes. HeartCert is now offering First Aid/CPR classes in both Rochester and St. Cloud. 

Our New Locations:

Rochester

Our St. Cloud classes are offered at First Steps Training Room 3091 25th St. NW

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St. Cloud

Our St. Cloud classes are offered at two locations:

Rasmussen College: 226 Park Ave S
4135 W Division

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Our Other Minnesota Locations:

 

Blaine

Our Blaine classes are offered at Rasmussen College: 3629 95th Avenue NE

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Brooklyn Park

Our Brooklyn Park classes are offered at Rasmussen College: 8301 93rdAve N

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Burnsville

Our Burnsville classes are offered at 220 S. River Ridge Circle

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Duluth

Our Duluth classes are offered at University of Minnesota Medical School, Duluth Campus: Room SMed 165, 1035 University Dr

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Eagan

Our Eagan classes are offered at Rasmussen College: 3500 Federal Dr

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Eden Prairie

Our Eden Prairie classes are offered at Fare Hypnosis Center: 8353 Crystal Rd #201

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Mankato

Our Mankato classes are offered at:

  • Rasmussen College: Rm 104, 130 St Andrews Dr.
  • Hosanna Highland Campus & Community Church: 329 Ellis Ave

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Minneapolis

Our Minneapolis classes are offered at 615 First Avenue NE

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St. Paul

Our St. Paul classes are offered at 840 Westminster St

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Woodbury/Lake Elmo

Our Woodbury and Lake Elmo classes are offered at:

  • 8565 Eagle Point Circle
  • 8147 Globe Dr #100

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We also offer classes in Appleton, Wisconsin and Anchorage, Alaska and coming soon to Green Bay, Wisconsin!

Are you a certified instructor interested in expanding HeartCert to your location? Contact us for teaching opportunities.

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for First Aid and CPR in Minnesota. Find your CPR Class, PALS Class, BLS Class or ACLS Class at any of our Minnesota locations.

 

HeartCert Will be NFL Business Connect Vendor for Super Bowl LII

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HeartCert CPR Training is excited to announce that we’ll be working with Super Bowl LII as a Business Connect Resource Guide member.

We’re honored to be a part of this monumental event taking place right here in our home turf of Minneapolis.

What does it mean to be selected to the Super Bowl LII Business Connect Resource Guide?

From Super Bowl LII’s official release: Being a member of the Business Connect Resource Guide means your company was selected as one of the best local, diverse providers of goods and services in your specific business category.

Who are we?

HeartCert (Formerly Twin Cities Safety) is a proud provider of American Heart Association CPR and ECC Courses. We are a fully licensed and certified safety company servicing the entire Tri-State Area of Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin. All of our CPR/AED, First Aid, and BLS courses are taught to American Heart Association standards by experienced professionals who make each course exciting, fun, and convenient all for the lowest prices available! We now also offer AED sales and compliance in addition to our CPR classes so we can be your one stop safety shop.

Thanks again to Super Bowl LII for making this possible. Don’t miss all the excitement on February 4, 2018!

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for First Aid and CPR in Minnesota. Find your CPR Class, PALS Class, BLS Class or ACLS Class at any of our Minnesota locations:

We also partner with Duluth, Mankato, Rochester, Appleton and Anchorage for select classes.

Know CPR? Join Our Team as a CPR or First Aid Instructor

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Here at HeartCert, we firmly believe in ensuring accessible training for all. That’s why we offer classes in over 10 cities in Minnesota, as well as classes in Wisconsin and Alaska. We’ve been floored by the positive responses our instructors have received and the overwhelming support by our students.

But now we need your help to grow. HeartCert is actively looking for new locations and partners.

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Join Our Team 

Are you a current, new or potential CPR Instructor? Interested in a rewarding and fulfilling position that teaches others how to save a life and make a difference in the community? You’ve come to the right place! HeartCert is proud provider of American Heart Association ECC Training which means we offer the highest quality of training. We offer initial and renewal training for: Heartsaver (lay), BLS, ACLS and PALS Provider/Instructor courses each quarter. Please contact us for details on the process.

Top notch instructor training courses, Manikin rental services, Teaching space assistance, Training updates and certification tracking, Easy electronic roster submission, Business support, teaching assistance, employment opportunities and MORE!

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Suggest a Location

Want HeartCert to come to your city? Let us know where you are and we’ll do our best to come to you. If you’re interested in becoming an instructor, please let us know on your submission form if you’re interested in partnering with us to bring HeartCert classes to your location.

Contact Us for More Information

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for First Aid and CPR in Minnesota. Find your CPR Class, PALS Class, BLS Class or ACLS Class at any of our Minnesota locations:

We also partner with Duluth, Mankato, Rochester, Appleton and Anchorage for select classes.

5 Early Warning Signs of a Heart Attack

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June is Men’s Health Month

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Heart disease is the is the leading cause of death among men in America, so Men’s Health Month is the perfect time to review the American Heart Association’s warning signs of a heart attack.

Don’t wait to get help if you experience any of these heart attack warning signs. Although some heart attacks are sudden and intense, most start slowly, with mild pain or discomfort. Pay attention to your body — and call 911 if you feel:

  1. Chest discomfort that lasts more than a few minutes, or that goes away and comes back. It can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain.
  2. Pain or discomfort in one or both arms or shoulders.
  3. Pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck or back.
  4. Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort. 
  5. Other signs may include breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness.

Act Fast

Learn the signs, but remember this: Even if you’re not sure it’s a heart attack, have it checked out. Minutes matter! Fast action can save lives — maybe your own. Don’t wait – call 911 or your emergency response number.

Call 911

Calling 911 is almost always the fastest way to get lifesaving treatment. Emergency medical services (EMS) staff can begin treatment when they arrive — up to an hour sooner than if someone gets to the hospital by car. EMS staff are also trained to revive someone whose heart has stopped. Patients with chest pain who arrive by ambulance usually receive faster treatment at the hospital, too. It is best to call EMS for rapid transport to the emergency room.

Interested in learning more? Additional tools and resources on heart attacks are available from the American Heart Association. For more information on Men’s Health Month, visit menshealthmonth.org.

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HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for First Aid and CPR in Minnesota. Find your CPR Class, PALS Class, BLS Class or ACLS Class at any of our Minnesota locations:

We also partner with Duluth, Mankato, Rochester, Appleton and Anchorage for select classes.