Education Professionals
CPR Training for Teachers
Anyone who has spent time around children knows that they are full of surprises. One minute they’re playing peacefully, and the next they’re running around like wild animals. This unpredictability is one of the things that makes children so special. However, it also means that teachers and other education staff need to be prepared for anything. Our training helps them to do just that. We cover everything from skinned knees to life-threatening allergic reactions. We also offer training on the most requested topics, such as asthma, juvenile diabetes, bleeding control, fractures, and more. With our help, educators can feel confident that they are prepared for whatever surprises their students might have in store.
At First Response, we believe people learn best when they are relaxed. Our engaging instructors strive to make the class informative and relevant for each unique audience. Practice makes perfect, so we have lots of manikins available to make sure everyone has adequate practice time to feel confident with the skills learned.
Our CPR and First aid course meets Bright From the Start requirements in Georgia and Endeavors guidelines in South Carolina, and our Fire Safety Classes meet Georgia State Fire Marshal’s Office and South Carolina Endeavors guidelines.
With over 22 years of experience, First Response knows how to tailor the training for your school staff.
What Certifications Do Education Professionals Need?
This depends on if your school has an AED on site. If you do, you are required to have all “Expected Users” of your AED trained in CPR, First Aid, and AED. We recommend you train everyone because the truth is you do not know who will be closest when the AED is needed.
CPR and First Aid Training is an important option for schools that do not have an AED on-site. Emergencies happen all too often and knowing what to do will make all the difference.
Here Are Our Options:
- CPR and First Aid for Child Care Partners
- CPR, First Aid, and AED
- Fire Safety for Child Care Partners
- This may not be expected for school staff, but would be helpful for at least some staff to take to help with fire safety for your school!
How to Get CPR Certified
Onsite CPR & First Aid Training
In this class, we cover CPR and First Aid in a way that is specifically designed for working with children. We come to your school and train your staff at your convenience.
In metro Atlanta or Augusta, we ask for a minimum of 8 during the week and 12 on Saturday. For other areas, view our minimum page to learn more.
Participants earn a 2 year CPR & First Aid certification. This meets Bright From the Start requirements in Georgia and Endeavors guidelines in South Carolina.
$25 per person
Onsite CPR, First Aid, AED Training
This class is required for schools with an AED onsite. In addition to hands on practice with the AED and CPR, you will also learn about First Aid topic in more depth than the basic CPR and First Aid class.
Like the CPR and First Aid class, we come to your school and train your staff at your convenience, and the same minimum applies for this class as well.
Participants earn a 2 year CPR, First Aid, and AED nationally accredited certification through ASHI. This meets Bright From the Start requirements in Georgia and Endeavors guidelines in South Carolina.
$35 per person
Blended Online Training
Due to Covid, many schools are opting to do our blended online training for added safety. This also works great if you do not have enough for the minimum.
CPR and First Aid classes are done online in a Live Zoom Training with an Instructor.
- $25 per person. No minimum is required.
Self-Paced CPR, First Aid, and AED can be done at anytime, at your own speed.
- $40 per person. No minimum is required.
After completing either online course, the participant has 45 days to complete a hands-on skills check. The hands-on portion is done in small groups and takes about 15 minutes per group. If you have 6 or more people, you can request an on-site skills check.
Participants earn the same certification as the in-person options after they complete their skills check.
How to Get Fire Safety Certified
Onsite training
We come to your school and train your staff at your convenience. In this class, you will learn about best practices for school Fire Safety, and learn how you can teach your students about Fire Safety in a way they will want to take home to their family. Learn more about our Fire Safety Course.
Staff in Bright From the Start licensed after school programs are required to complete fire Safety. It’s a valuable class for your entire team. Having at least a core group take this class is a great way to up the overall safety of your facility.
In metro Atlanta or Augusta, we ask for a minimum of 8 during the week and 12 on Saturday. For other areas, view our minimum page to learn more.
Participants earn a 3 year Fire Safety Certification. It is approved by the Georgia State fire marshal’s office.
$25 per person
Online Training
This is the same great class but offered via Zoom and does not require a minimum.
- Classes are done online in a Live Zoom Training and are Instructor-led.
- Students will complete an online test to show their knowledge.
- Students earn a 3 year certification upon completion.
Course meets the Fire Safety requirements for child care and elder care professionals in Georgia. It is approved by the Georgia State fire marshal’s office.
Just like a traditional class, participants can interact with their instructor and ask questions. The instructor can tailor the class to the specific needs of your school.
This class takes approximately 3 hours.
$25 per person. No minimum is required.
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