CPR & First Aid Training for Paraprofessionals
Lifesaving Skills for the Support Staff Students Rely On.
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Paraprofessionals and teacher aides are on the front lines of student support. From helping in classrooms to supervising lunch, recess, and transitions, they are often the first adults present when a child experiences an emergency. Being prepared with CPR and First Aid skills can make a life-saving difference.
The American Heart Association reports nearly 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of hospitals every year, and survival rates more than double when CPR and AED use begin immediately. That’s why Attentive Safety offers Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED training designed for paraprofessionals and aides. This certification equips school support staff with the skills, confidence, and readiness to respond when it matters most. Why This Training Matters for Paraprofessionals & Teacher Aides
Why Choose Attentive Safety?
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Frequently Asked Questions – CPR & First Aid for Paraprofessionals & Teacher Aides
Q: Why should paraprofessionals and teacher aides be CPR certified?
A: Paraprofessionals and aides are often closest to students during emergencies in classrooms, cafeterias, or on the playground. CPR and First Aid certification ensures they can respond quickly and effectively while waiting for EMS.
Q: What certification will I receive after training?
A: Participants earn a two-year American Heart Association Heartsaver K-12 CPR AED certification card, recognized by schools and districts across Georgia.
Q: How long does the course take to complete?
A: The Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED course for paraprofessionals typically takes 2.5 hours. You’ll receive same-day certification at the end of the class.
Q: Is CPR training required for paraprofessionals?
A: Many school districts in Georgia recommend or require paraprofessionals and aides to maintain current CPR and First Aid certification as part of school safety standards.
Q: Can schools schedule group training for paraprofessionals?
A: Yes. Attentive Safety offers on-site group sessions for schools and districts, as well as daily classes at our Marietta and Doraville locations.
Q: What emergencies does the course prepare me for?
A: You’ll learn how to respond to cardiac arrest, choking, allergic reactions, asthma, bleeding, shock, and other common school emergencies.
A: Paraprofessionals and aides are often closest to students during emergencies in classrooms, cafeterias, or on the playground. CPR and First Aid certification ensures they can respond quickly and effectively while waiting for EMS.
Q: What certification will I receive after training?
A: Participants earn a two-year American Heart Association Heartsaver K-12 CPR AED certification card, recognized by schools and districts across Georgia.
Q: How long does the course take to complete?
A: The Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED course for paraprofessionals typically takes 2.5 hours. You’ll receive same-day certification at the end of the class.
Q: Is CPR training required for paraprofessionals?
A: Many school districts in Georgia recommend or require paraprofessionals and aides to maintain current CPR and First Aid certification as part of school safety standards.
Q: Can schools schedule group training for paraprofessionals?
A: Yes. Attentive Safety offers on-site group sessions for schools and districts, as well as daily classes at our Marietta and Doraville locations.
Q: What emergencies does the course prepare me for?
A: You’ll learn how to respond to cardiac arrest, choking, allergic reactions, asthma, bleeding, shock, and other common school emergencies.
What Paraprofessionals & Teacher Aides Are Saying
“This training gave me the confidence to step in during an emergency. As a teacher’s aide, I’m often supervising students, and now I know exactly what to do if something happens.”
– Ms. Lopez, Teacher Aide, Cobb County
“Our team of paraprofessionals completed CPR and First Aid certification together. The instructors made the class engaging and practical, and we left feeling fully prepared.”
– Mr. Daniels, Paraprofessional, Atlanta
“During recess duty, a student had an asthma attack. Because of the training I received from Attentive Safety, I was able to stay calm, respond correctly, and support the child until EMS arrived.”
– Mrs. Carter, Paraprofessional, Marietta
– Ms. Lopez, Teacher Aide, Cobb County
“Our team of paraprofessionals completed CPR and First Aid certification together. The instructors made the class engaging and practical, and we left feeling fully prepared.”
– Mr. Daniels, Paraprofessional, Atlanta
“During recess duty, a student had an asthma attack. Because of the training I received from Attentive Safety, I was able to stay calm, respond correctly, and support the child until EMS arrived.”
– Mrs. Carter, Paraprofessional, Marietta
