CPR stands for
cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It is the workplace standard training, regardless of location. Instruction on use of an AED is usually included in the CPR class. Classes are 4-8 hours and the certifications last from 1-2 years.
Locations to take courses in Davis:
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Outdoor Adventures-
CPR Classes are 4-4.5 hours; frequency is 1-3 times per week; teaches adult, child and infant CPR, one and two-person rescues, AED; American Heart Association certification lasts two years. Also available: First Aid, Wilderness First Aid, Wilderness First Responder and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
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Experimental College - classes are 7 hours; frequency is once per quarter; teaches adult CPR and first aid; Red Cross certification lasts one year.
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UCDMC - Offers courses in Sacramento; Classes are 4-4.5 hours; check their website for frequency; teaches adult, child and infant CPR; American Heart Association certification lasts two years.
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Davis High Red Cross Club - Classes are apparently given sporadically to Girl Scouts and at the Davis Farmers Market; Red Cross certification.
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Yolo County Red Cross - Courses are taught in Woodland, their
website is hard to navigate, but their certifications last for one year but their courses cost up to $70.
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thinkcpr - Offers American Heart Association CPR and First Aid courses every first Saturday of the month in Davis. Certifications are valid for 2 years. Primarily a mobile training program courses can be arranged for your convenience.
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Join the Community Emergency Response Team.
See Also: Automated External Defibrillators


