Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED for K-12 Schools
Empowering Schools with Lifesaving CPR and First Aid Skills
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Empower your school's educators, staff, and students with critical life-saving capabilities. Attentive Safety’s official American Heart Association (AHA) Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Course for K-12 Schools provides specialized training aligned with the current AHA Guidelines. Tailored to the unique dynamics of school environments, this program equips participants to respond rapidly, confidently, and effectively to pediatric and adult medical emergencies on campus, playgrounds, athletic fields, and bus routes.
Core Resuscitation & School Safety Competencies Over approximately 2.5 hours of immersive, instructor-led, hands-on learning, participants will master:
Course Logistics & Prerequisites
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Frequently Asked Questions: Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED for K–12 Schools
Q: What is the Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED course for K–12 schools?
A: This is an official American Heart Association (AHA) certified course specifically tailored to meet school campus compliance. Fully updated to the 2025/2026 AHA guidelines, it teaches students, educators, and staff how to respond confidently and decisively to life-threatening emergencies using high-quality CPR, Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), and fundamental first aid.
Q: Who should take this course?
A: This specialized curriculum is ideal for:
Q: How long is the course?
A: The course takes approximately 2.5 hours. This interactive session maximizes efficiency by focusing entirely on instructor-led lessons, hands-on physical skills practice, and real-world school campus scenario training.
Q: What does the course cover?
A: The comprehensive curriculum includes:
Q: Where is the training held?
A: Individual sessions are available at our dedicated training hubs across Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee:
Q: What is the cost of the course?
A: Standard advanced online tuition is $90.00 per participant. Note: A $25 walk-in premium applies to registrations or payments finalized less than 24 hours prior to class time. Optional Bloodborne Pathogens certification can be added during checkout for an additional $30.00.
Q: Do participants receive an official certification card?
A: Yes. Upon successful completion of your practical skills evaluation, you will receive an official American Heart Association Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED eCard that is valid for two years and satisfies state-mandated educational licensing and workplace requirements.
Q: Is a student manual required for this course?
A: Yes. The current 2025/2026 AHA Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Student Manual is strictly required for class entry. You can bring an existing copy or instantly bundle an official AHA digital eBook with your registration for an additional $5.00.
Q: Can we schedule a private, custom class for our school?
A: Absolutely. We specialize in on-site corporate and institutional safety rollouts. If you have a group of 5 or more staff members or students, our mobile instructor network will travel directly to your school with all necessary high-fidelity equipment at a time that works best around your instructional calendar.
Q: Is the training session fully hands-on?
A: Yes. Following strict AHA protocols, this course relies heavily on interactive, muscle-memory learning. Every participant works directly with feedback-equipped manikins and live AED simulators under the close supervision of an authorized instructor.
A: This is an official American Heart Association (AHA) certified course specifically tailored to meet school campus compliance. Fully updated to the 2025/2026 AHA guidelines, it teaches students, educators, and staff how to respond confidently and decisively to life-threatening emergencies using high-quality CPR, Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), and fundamental first aid.
Q: Who should take this course?
A: This specialized curriculum is ideal for:
- Middle and high school students
- Teachers, substitute teachers, and student teachers
- School administrators, counselors, and front office staff
- Athletic directors, coaches, and physical education instructors
- Bus drivers, monitor staff, and transit teams
- Custodial, maintenance, and cafeteria staff
- School resource officers (SROs) and campus safety teams
Q: How long is the course?
A: The course takes approximately 2.5 hours. This interactive session maximizes efficiency by focusing entirely on instructor-led lessons, hands-on physical skills practice, and real-world school campus scenario training.
Q: What does the course cover?
A: The comprehensive curriculum includes:
- High-fidelity CPR and AED deployment for adults, children, and infants
- Airway clearance and choking relief interventions across all age groups
- School-centric first aid basics (including rapid bleeding control, burns, fractures, and acute allergic reactions via epinephrine auto-injectors)
- Scene safety assessment and proactive emergency preparedness
Q: Where is the training held?
A: Individual sessions are available at our dedicated training hubs across Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee:
- 📍 Marietta, GA | 📍 Alpharetta, GA | 📍 Norcross, GA
- 📍 Birmingham, AL | 📍 Montgomery, AL | 📍 Chattanooga, TN
Q: What is the cost of the course?
A: Standard advanced online tuition is $90.00 per participant. Note: A $25 walk-in premium applies to registrations or payments finalized less than 24 hours prior to class time. Optional Bloodborne Pathogens certification can be added during checkout for an additional $30.00.
Q: Do participants receive an official certification card?
A: Yes. Upon successful completion of your practical skills evaluation, you will receive an official American Heart Association Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED eCard that is valid for two years and satisfies state-mandated educational licensing and workplace requirements.
Q: Is a student manual required for this course?
A: Yes. The current 2025/2026 AHA Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Student Manual is strictly required for class entry. You can bring an existing copy or instantly bundle an official AHA digital eBook with your registration for an additional $5.00.
Q: Can we schedule a private, custom class for our school?
A: Absolutely. We specialize in on-site corporate and institutional safety rollouts. If you have a group of 5 or more staff members or students, our mobile instructor network will travel directly to your school with all necessary high-fidelity equipment at a time that works best around your instructional calendar.
Q: Is the training session fully hands-on?
A: Yes. Following strict AHA protocols, this course relies heavily on interactive, muscle-memory learning. Every participant works directly with feedback-equipped manikins and live AED simulators under the close supervision of an authorized instructor.
What Schools Are Saying
Trusted by Teachers, Staff, and Students Across Georgia
“Perfect for our school staff!”
We brought Attentive Safety to our campus for CPR and First Aid training, and the entire experience was seamless. The instructors were engaging, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable. Everyone left feeling confident and empowered.
— Lisa M., Assistant Principal, Fulton County Schools
“Highly recommend for student safety programs.”
Our high school students took this course as part of our health curriculum. The content was age-appropriate and easy to follow, and the hands-on portions really helped them retain the skills. This is a must-have course for all schools!
— Marcus T., Health & PE Teacher, Cobb County Schools
“The best training we’ve ever had.”
We've done CPR training before, but this was by far the most organized and thorough. Attentive Safety tailored the session to our school’s needs, and now we’re better prepared than ever.
— Tracy R., School Nurse, Dekalb County
“Lifesaving and eye-opening.”
I didn't realize how important it was to have CPR and First Aid training until after taking this class. Now I feel ready to respond if anything happens on the playground or during a field trip. Thank you!
— Jamal S., Elementary School Teacher, Gwinnett County
We brought Attentive Safety to our campus for CPR and First Aid training, and the entire experience was seamless. The instructors were engaging, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable. Everyone left feeling confident and empowered.
— Lisa M., Assistant Principal, Fulton County Schools
“Highly recommend for student safety programs.”
Our high school students took this course as part of our health curriculum. The content was age-appropriate and easy to follow, and the hands-on portions really helped them retain the skills. This is a must-have course for all schools!
— Marcus T., Health & PE Teacher, Cobb County Schools
“The best training we’ve ever had.”
We've done CPR training before, but this was by far the most organized and thorough. Attentive Safety tailored the session to our school’s needs, and now we’re better prepared than ever.
— Tracy R., School Nurse, Dekalb County
“Lifesaving and eye-opening.”
I didn't realize how important it was to have CPR and First Aid training until after taking this class. Now I feel ready to respond if anything happens on the playground or during a field trip. Thank you!
— Jamal S., Elementary School Teacher, Gwinnett County
AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED for K-12 Schools: Marietta, Alpharetta, and Norcross
Attentive Safety CPR and Safety Training is the premier provider of the AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Course for K-12 Schools across Metro Atlanta. Our professional training suites in Marietta (30067), Alpharetta (30009), and Norcross (30092) are strategically located to meet the state-mandated compliance needs of Cobb County, Gwinnett County, and North Fulton school districts. This curriculum is specifically designed for teachers, substitute teachers, school bus drivers, coaches, and high school students who require a nationally recognized 2-year certification. By focusing on school-specific emergencies, our certified instructors provide hands-on mastery in infant, child, and adult CPR, AED operation, and pediatric first aid. Whether you are an athletic director, school nurse, or custodial staff member, our 7-day-a-week schedule and on-site school training options for groups of five or more make us the most accessible choice for Georgia school safety compliance. From our Powers Ferry Road hub to our Lakeview Parkway and Peachtree Corners locations, Attentive Safety ensures that Georgia’s educators and students are prepared to act with confidence during cardiac emergencies, allergic reactions, or playground injuries.
