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  • CPR Certification

    Get CPR certified – and be prepared for the moments that matter. As part of our mission to train people how to respond to and prepare for emergencies, we offer CPR certification classes that can help you provide assistance when someone is faced with a cardiac or breathing emergency.

    Designed, and taught by experts, this affordable Red Cross CPR certification course satisfies OSHA-mandated job requirements, workplace or other regulatory requirements. With in-person, online, and blended learning class formats, you will learn the latest life-saving skills and train in the way that suits you best.

    Get Recertified

    The American Red Cross also provides CPR recertification for current certificate holders, and continuing education credits for nurses, first responders, social workers, teachers and more. Currently, we are approved to award CEUs in Preparedness and Health and Safety Services courses, such as CPR/First Aid/AED, swimming and water safety, lifeguarding, babysitting, etc. Explore our complete list of Eligible CEU Training.

    Red Cross certification of completion on a tablet

    Certification Made Simple. Fast. Easy. Digital.

    The American Red Cross makes CPR certification fast, simple and easy. And with Red Cross Digital Certificates you'll get anytime, anywhere access to your certificates; plus the ability to print, share, and download them wherever and whenever you like. Digital certificates can be viewed, printed or shared online and can be accessed anytime through your Red Cross Account. Each certificate includes a unique ID and a QR code which meets employment requirements and allows employers to easily confirm your certificate is valid. Class participants and employers can visit https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/digital-certificate and enter the ID found on the digital certificate (or scan the QR code with a standard QR reader using a smart device) to access a copy of the valid certificate with student training information.

    Click here for instructions on accessing your CPR certification.

    FAQs

    How do you get CPR certified?

    To get a certification in CPR, you must successfully complete a CPR course. If you need certification for your employer, you will need to complete an in-person skills assessment.

    Can you get CPR certified online?

    The American Red Cross offers online, blended and in-person CPR classes. While we do offer online CPR classes, online-only formats do not qualify for workplace certification needs. You would need to complete an in-person skills session for workplace eligible CPR certification.

    How long does CPR certification last?

    CPR certification lasts 2 years after you successfully complete your training.

    How do you renew your CPR certification?

    You can extend your certification with abbreviated CPR renewal classes to stay up to date on the latest techniques.

    How do you find your CPR certificate?

    Class participants and employers can search for a CPR certificate online to view, download, print, or share the certificate any time.