Need Child CPR Training in Orlando?
It’s a Part of Our BLS Certification Class

We do not offer a child-only CPR class. Our AHA BLS CPR Certification is a complete hands-on certifying course that covers child CPR technique as part of a broader curriculum. Along with child CPR, the course addresses adult and infant CPR, AED use, and choking relief for all age groups. If that coverage works for your situation, AHA BLS may be worth a closer look. If you specifically need a course built around child CPR alone, we recommend seeking a program designed for that purpose.

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Every Adult in a Child’s Life Is a Potential First Responder

Child CPR is a required hands-on part of the AHA BLS class and is practiced under the guidance of a certified AHA instructor before your card is issued. CPR Certification Orlando is an Official American Heart Association Training Site serving the community since 2015, and our BLS class includes child CPR within a broader course that also covers adult CPR, infant CPR, AED use, and choking relief. In real life, the first person responding to a child emergency is usually a parent, teacher, coach, or caregiver, which is why good hands-on training matters.

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What the AHA BLS Course Covers Regarding Child CPR

Child CPR Skills You Practice

A child’s cardiac emergency looks and feels different from an adult’s. The AHA BLS course includes child CPR skills as part of its broader hands-on training. Hands-on practice on child manikins is included as part of the class. You practice chest compressions scaled to a child’s physiology, rescue breaths appropriate for a child’s lung capacity, and AED operation including pediatric pad placement.

Child Choking Relief and AED Response

Child choking relief is also covered, including back blows and abdominal thrusts for a responsive child and the transition to CPR if the child becomes unresponsive. A certified AHA instructor provides real-time feedback throughout and your child CPR skills are assessed before your certification card is issued.

AHA BLS is not a course focused exclusively on child CPR. It covers CPR for adults, children, and infants, AED operation, and choking relief for all age groups. The full class runs approximately 4 to 4.5 hours. If you need a course focused only on child CPR, a dedicated child CPR class may be a better fit.

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Who Typically Takes Orlando AHA BLS CPR Certification

AHA BLS draws a wide range of participants across Orlando. The following groups commonly enroll when child CPR coverage is their primary motivation.

PARENTS AND GUARDIANS

Parents throughout Orlando neighborhoods including Baldwin Park, Celebration, Windermere, and College Park regularly pursue AHA BLS certification as their children become more active in sports and community programs. AHA BLS covers child CPR as part of a complete curriculum, not as a standalone child-only class.

TEACHERS AND SCHOOL STAFF

Orange County Public Schools employs thousands of teachers, aides, and support staff across the region. AHA BLS certification is commonly held by school personnel who want to be prepared for a classroom or campus emergency. If your school district requires a course covering child CPR exclusively, confirm those requirements before enrolling.

YOUTH SPORTS COACHES AND RECREATION STAFF

Orlando youth sports leagues, soccer programs, baseball associations, and recreation centers throughout Orange County regularly send coaches and staff to AHA BLS certification. A child collapsing on a field or court is rare but not unheard of, and trained coaches change outcomes. This is not a child-only class. It is a full AHA certifying course covering all age groups.

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CHILDCARE WORKERS AND DAYCARE STAFF

Florida childcare licensing requires current CPR certification for directors and staff in licensed facilities. AHA BLS satisfies that requirement and covers child, infant, and adult CPR in a single certifying class. If your licensing board requires a course focused exclusively on child CPR, confirm their specific requirements before enrolling.

CAMP COUNSELORS AND YOUTH PROGRAM STAFF

Orlando area summer camps, after-school programs, and youth organizations regularly require CPR certification for staff working directly with children. AHA BLS is a credential many programs recognize. If your organization specifically requires child-only CPR training, confirm their requirements before enrolling.

BABYSITTERS AND NANNIES

Anyone regularly caring for children benefits from knowing correct child CPR technique. Many Orlando families require current CPR certification before hire. AHA BLS covers child CPR technique as part of its complete curriculum. If a family specifically requires child-only training, confirm their requirements before enrolling.

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Frequently Asked Questions About AHA BLS and Child CPR Training in Orlando

Yes. Child CPR is a required hands-on component of the AHA BLS curriculum. You practice on child manikins with a certified AHA instructor providing real-time feedback and your child CPR skills are assessed before your card is issued.

No. AHA BLS is not a course focused exclusively on child CPR. It is a full certifying course covering CPR for adults, children, and infants, along with AED use and choking relief for all age groups. If your situation requires a course focused exclusively on child CPR, we recommend seeking a program specifically designed for that purpose.

AHA BLS is appropriate for parents, teachers, coaches, childcare workers, camp counselors, babysitters, nannies, and anyone who wants a recognized certifying course that includes child CPR as part of a complete curriculum. It is not appropriate for those who specifically require a course covering child CPR exclusively.

If your employer, school, or licensing board requires CPR certification, AHA BLS is often the credential they are looking for. It is widely accepted by Florida healthcare employers and commonly required by schools, licensing programs, and healthcare organizations. Keep in mind this is not a course focused exclusively on child CPR. If your situation requires child-only CPR training, confirm that AHA BLS meets your specific needs before enrolling. If you are unsure, call us before booking and we will confirm.

Yes. AHA BLS is commonly used to meet CPR requirements for Florida childcare directors and staff. If your licensing board has additional course-specific requirements, confirm them before enrolling.

No prior training or experience is required. The AHA BLS course is designed for both first-time students and experienced professionals. Anyone 16 years of age or older can take the class.

Approximately 4 to 4.5 hours including hands-on practice, the skills assessment, and the written exam. Plan for a half day.

Nothing. All course materials, manikins, AED trainers, and equipment are provided. Just show up at your scheduled time.

Digital AHA eCards are issued after successful completion of class.

No. The AHA requires a hands-on skills assessment as a mandatory component of BLS certification. Online-only courses cannot fulfill that requirement. Florida hospitals, the Joint Commission, state licensing boards, and most employers specifically require an AHA BLS card issued by an authorized training site following in-person skills assessment.

Two years from the date of issue. The AHA recommends renewing before your card expires to avoid any gap in compliance with your employer or licensing board.

AHA BLS certification issued by an authorized training site is widely recognized in healthcare and is often the credential employers, schools, and programs look for when CPR requirements are tied to the Florida Board of Nursing, the Florida Board of Dentistry, Joint Commission standards, or OSHA-related expectations. If your employer, board, or program has a specific CPR policy, confirm the exact requirement before enrolling.

Yes. AHA BLS is the standard certification required by nursing programs, dental hygiene programs, respiratory therapy programs, and other allied health programs throughout Orange County and across Florida.

We run weeknight and weekend morning sessions at our Orlando location. All available sessions are shown in the booking calendar at the top of this page.

Yes. Groups of five or more can schedule onsite training at your location at no additional cost. We bring all equipment and conduct the full AHA BLS certification class at your facility.

Our instructors work with every student individually throughout class. You can reattempt the assessment until you demonstrate competency. If you need more practice time beyond the class you can attend a subsequent session at no additional charge.

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What Customers Say About our CPR Certification Classes

  • Marquita was my instructor today. I loved her enthusiasm about teaching CPR. She answered every question and then some. Wonderful class. She made my nerves go away.
    Bridgette Ross
  • This instructor Gabriel was great. Patient, professional, and made learning CPR comfortable. I enjoyed the smaller class setting and the hands-on training.
    Rhodope Walker
  • Mr. Brian is a great teacher. The class was very informative and the hands-on part was not overwhelming. He gave everyone time to be confident in learning this life-saving skill.
    H C
  • Brian was an amazing instructor. He was so welcoming and knowledgeable about the course. I had the best experience and feel very confident in my basic life support skills.
    Samantha Villarino