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HeartCert Offers Babysitter Basics Course

HeartCert is excited to announce a new offering in our lineup of CPR, life support and medical professional training courses. We’re launching a babysitter basics training program, aimed at giving new and experienced babysitters alike the tools they need for a safer, more confident babysitting experience.

What is the Babysitter Basics Course?

The American Red Cross babysitter training course is a fun, online course that teaches participants how to care for babies and children up to the age of 10.

The course includes instruction on proper feeding and basic care, how to choose age-appropriate games and toys, how to handle common discipline problems, and basic first aid. It also teaches babysitters how to find more work, build a resume, and interview with parents. These are all great life skills that will be valuable beyond babysitting!

The babysitting course is 100% online, and can be accessed from most computers or tablets. It takes about four hours to complete, but it can be paused and restarted as your schedule allows.

Who Should Take the Babysitter Basics Course?

The course is specifically designed for young adults who want to start babysitting or become a more confident and capable provider. However, anyone who is interested in growing their child care skills may find the course useful.

Once you complete the course, you’ll receive a digital certificate. You will also receive a unique ID number and QR code so potential employers can verify your training. This certificate will be valid for two years.

Does the Babysitter Course Include CPR Training?

The babysitter basics course does not include CPR or first aid training. However, you will receive skill sheets on CPR and first aid. You’ll also have an option to enroll in a CPR course upon completion of the babysitting program.

Do you have questions about the babysitter basics course, or any of our CPR or nursing courses? Give HeartCert a call today – we’re here to help!

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR, First Aid, CNA, IV and more, in Minnesota and throughout the United States.

HeartCert CPR courses include CPR/AED/First Aid,, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Certified Nursing Assistant training, IV training and more. Courses and certifications from both the American Heart Association and American Red Cross are available.

We are now offering virtual CPR courses and certifications, as well as safe in-person courses at all locations and our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

4 Reasons to Offer CPR Training to Employees

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Many employees have returned or will soon head back to the office. After nearly two years away, your team will probably need some refreshers. How does the coffee maker work? Where’s the conference room? And how do you perform CPR if a coworker goes into cardiac arrest?

Yes, that final question is more serious than the first two. But it’s a real possibility. Because we spend a good deal of our time in the office, there is a significant likelihood of cardiac arrest at work. This is why it’s important to ensure that your team is prepared.

Why Employees Should be Trained in CPR

CPR Increases the Likelihood of Survival

CPR keeps blood circulating until an ambulance arrives. Not only does this increase the odds of survival, but it can minimize the negative impacts of cardiac arrest.

Hands-Only CPR is Less Invasive

Many employees think that mouth-to-mouth resuscitation is part of CPR, but this isn’t the case. Hand-only CPR is the standard now, which is much less invasive.

Read: CPR Training for OSHA Compliance

Help Your Coworkers – And Your Career

Knowing how to perform CPR will make you a valuable asset in the office. You can even add it to your resume!

HeartCert Makes it Easy to Learn CPR

HeartCert offers on-site CPR training to train all employees at once. Portions of the training can be completed online in advance, making the time commitment more flexible.

Do you have questions about office CPR training? Give HeartCert a call today.

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR, First Aid, CNA, IV and more, in Minnesota and throughout the United States.

HeartCert CPR courses include CPR/AED/First Aid and CPR/AED, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Certified Nursing Assistant training. Courses and certifications from both the American Heart Association and American Red Cross are available.

We are now offering virtual CPR courses and certifications, as well as safe in-person courses at all locations and our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

This is an updated blog post that was originally published in 2018.

CPR Training Improves Survival Rates on Airplanes

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In 2004, the Federal Aviation Administration issued a requirement that all U.S. commercial airlines be equipped with automatic external defibrillators, or AEDs. Since then, the cardiac arrest survival rate has been higher on airplanes than in the general public, according to a new study from the American Heart Association.

cardiac arrests on airplanes — photo credit: @skitterphoto accessed 10/7/21 via CC0

Specifically, the study looked at cardiac arrests that occurred on airplanes and in airports between 2004 and 2019. The records were taken from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Researchers looked at a total of 143 cardiac arrests, 34 of which occurred on an airplane. The other 109 took place at the airport.

Of the 34 on-airplane cardiac arrests, 15% survived to hospital discharge. In comparison, 44% of the in-airport cardiac arrests survived to discharge.

Cardiac Arrest Survival Rates Higher on Airplanes

While a 15% survival rate may not seem especially high, it is higher than the national cardiac arrest survival rate – less than 11%. Researchers say this points to the value and importance of early intervention, bystander assistance, AED availability and CPR training.

Airplane passengers or bystanders who see someone become unresponsive should immediately alert an employee or flight attendant. If you’re in an airport, perform CPR as needed until help arrives. In the air, however, always follow the direction of the flight crew.

The data is clear: bystander CPR saves lives and improves outcomes. Sign up for CPR training today and learn how you could be a hero.

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid. We offer classes in Minnesota and throughout the United States.

We are now offering virtual CPR courses and certifications, as well as safe in-person courses at all locations and our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

HeartCert Featured on Mission Matters Podcast

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HeartCert Founder and CEO Tim Smith was recently interviewed on the Mission Matters podcast, discussing the origin of HeartCert and his passion for helping others – and teaching them to help others.

trained firefighter course and the HeartCert mission

The History of HeartCert

On the podcast, Tim recounts his personal journey, in which he went from a personal care attendant, to an EMT and firefighter, to a CPR instructor, and ultimately, to creating HeartCert. Tim’s career path helped him realize the lack of basic and advanced safety training that was available and accessible to the public. Because CPR is so vital to survival after cardiac arrest, the need was great – and the potential impact even bigger.

Since HeartCert was formed in 2010, the business has grown and changed to meet new challenges. During the COVID-19 pandemic, HeartCert quickly pivoted to offer online training modules and send CPR equipment by mail. This helped fill the growing need for healthcare providers and childcare workers.

Now, HeartCert operates training centers in four states, and offers virtual CPR training nationwide. HeartCert also operates its own online CPR supplies store and recently launched a virtual teaching assistant to help other instructors manage their operations.

The HeartCert Mission

Ultimately, there’s a simple mission behind HeartCert: helping people.

“I wanted to do something that I’m passionate about and that contributed to making the world a better place,” Tim said. “HeartCert offers quality, affordable and accessible life-saving training which prepares more individuals to act in case of an emergency. We’re building a base to teach people how to help others and better communities.”

Listen to the full podcast episode on the Mission Matters website.

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid in Minnesota and throughout the United States.

We are now offering virtual CPR courses and certifications, as well as safe in-person courses at all locations and our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

CPR Training for OSHA Compliance

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The Occupational Health and Safety Administration, or OSHA, mandates CPR and first aid certification training in several industries and organizations. No matter the size of your company, maintaining OSHA compliance is a big task – but HeartCert is here to help!

Easy OSHA Compliance with HeartCert

HeartCert offers convenient American Heart Association and American Red Cross courses to keep your company compliant with state and federal CPR certification requirements. Our knowledgeable team handles all employee certification tracking, expiration notices and other administrative procedures.

In addition, we also offer convenient and affordable AED and safety products. Check out our online CPR equipment store for pricing and availability.

HeartCert offers several options for CPR and first aid training for businesses:

In-person certification training
Online certification training
Virtual certification training

Not sure which training option would be the best for your organization? Contact us to discuss your situation and unique needs.

HeartCert has helped more than 500 businesses provide CPR training and certification to their employees or stakeholders. Whether OSHA requires your employees to become CPR certified or not, get in touch to learn more about our easy, convenient CPR training for organizations!

Note: About half of U.S. states follow the federal OSHA guidelines, while the other half operate their own OSHA-approved programs. Visit the OSHA website or contact your state labor department to learn about additional CPR requirements.

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid in the in Minnesota and throughout the United States.

We are now offering virtual CPR courses and certifications, as well as safe in-person courses at all locations and our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

HeartCert CPR Now Open in Omaha!

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HeartCert CPR is excited to announce the opening of our new Nebraska CPR training center! Located near the cities of Omaha and Lincoln, the Nebraska location will serve residents of both cities, as well as greater Eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa.

HeartCert Now Open in Omaha — photo credit: @@john_matychuk accessed 7/2/21 via CC0

Courses Offered at HeartCert Omaha

All of our core CPR courses will be offered at HeartCert Omaha. These include CPR/AED/First Aid, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

The Omaha CPR training center offers courses geared toward both healthcare professionals and laypeople. Courses can be taken virtually, in a blended at-home and in-person format, and in person at our Fremont, Nebraska office.

Our skilled and experienced CPR instructors can also come to you! If your organization has a large group in need of CPR training, contact us to set up on-site CPR training. Not only will this save time and burden on your employees, but we also offer significant group and business discounts. This option is perfect for daycare centers, schools, construction sites, assisted living or group homes, or any other company that requires employees to be CPR trained and certified.

Get Started with CPR Today

Check out our full list of HeartCert CPR locations and register for a class today! No location near you? Sign up for a virtual CPR training course to learn CPR from the comfort of your own home. Contact us for more information.

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid in the Twin Cities and throughout Minnesota and the United States..

We are now offering virtual CPR courses and certifications, as well as safe in-person and blended courses at our many locations and at our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

HeartCert Offers Babysitter Basics Course

What is the Babysitter Basics Course?

Who Should Take the Babysitter Basics Course?

Does the Babysitter Course Include CPR Training?

4 Reasons to Offer CPR Training to Employees