Learn Life-Saving Skills with Delaware Public Health District’s CPR/AED/First Aid Classes

The Delaware Public Health District is excited to announce our new CPR/AED/First Aid classes, now available to the community! Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a teacher, a coach, or a parent, learning CPR and first aid can empower you to respond confidently in emergencies and potentially save lives.

American Heart Association Certification

Our classes are certified by the American Heart Association (AHA), a globally recognized leader in emergency cardiovascular care. Upon successful completion, participants will receive an AHA certification card, ensuring they meet the highest standards in life-saving education.

American Heart Association (AHA) course (please make sure that your employer or educator prefers this association, there are many associations that offer these courses, and some entities are specific about what they accept).

You cannot become Basic Life Support (BLS) certified if you are not a healthcare professional, please select a Heart saver option.

Course Completion cards are not available for 7-10 days after the course.  We are a third party provider, and documents must be verified prior to AHA sending out cards. Please allow yourself time to get your card when scheduling the course. We are able to print a verification certificate (proof you were at the course, for attendance purposes only) upon request.

Certification is valid for two years.

We offer several types of classes tailored to different needs:

Heartsaver CPR/AED

  • Time Frame: Approximately 3 hours.
  • Who it’s for: Ideal for non-healthcare professionals such as teachers, childcare workers, coaches, and general community members.
  • What you’ll learn: Basic CPR techniques and how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED).
  • Cost: $45 per participant.

Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid

  • Time Frame: Approximately 4 hours.
  • Who it’s for: Perfect for individuals seeking a comprehensive course that includes CPR, AED use, and first aid skills.
  • What you’ll learn: Basic CPR techniques, how to use an AED, and first aid skills for treating common injuries and illnesses.
  • Cost: $65 per participant.

First Aid

  • Time Frame: Approximately 2 hours.
  • Who it’s for: Suitable for anyone looking to gain first aid skills to handle minor injuries and medical situations.
  • What you’ll learn: First aid techniques for treating cuts, burns, sprains, and other common injuries.
  • Cost: $40 per participant.

Basic Life Support (BLS)

  • Time Frame: Approximately 3 hours.
  • Who it’s for: Designed for healthcare providers, including nurses, medical students, and first responders.
  • What you’ll learn: Advanced CPR techniques, team dynamics, high-quality chest compressions, and the use of bag-mask devices.
  • Cost: $45 per participant.

Stop the Bleed

  • Time Frame: Approximately 1 hour.
  • Who it’s for: Designed for groups of 5 or more that are interested in learning basic life-saving skills to stop a bleeding injury.
  • What you’ll learn: The appropriate steps to control bleeding, including pressure, packing, and use of tourniquets.
  • How to sign up: Please call 740-203-2040 to inquire/request a Stop the Bleed class.
  • Cost: no cost.

 
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 – (9a-1pm) – Basic Life Support CPR
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 – (9a-1pm) – Heart Saver CPR or First Aid or both
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 – (9a-1pm) – Heart Saver CPR or First Aid or both
Thursday, May 28, 2026 – (9a-1pm) – Basic Life Support CPR
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 – (2p-6pm) – Basic Life Support CPR
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 – (2-6pm) – Heart Saver CPR or First Aid or Both
 

*To ensure that each CPR class is held, we require a minimum of three participants to sign up. We encourage you to invite friends, family, or coworkers to join you in this important training. Please note that the instructor may reach out to reschedule if the minimum enrollment is not met. Thank you for your understanding!

  • Expert Instructors: Our experienced and certified instructors provide hands-on training and individualized feedback to ensure participants gain confidence in their skills.
  • Flexible Scheduling: We offer convenient class times to accommodate busy schedules.
  • Affordable Rates: With BLS courses starting at $45, and comprehensive Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid courses at $65, our pricing makes life-saving education accessible to everyone.

Click the link below and fill out the form. A CPR trainer will contact you to complete your registration.

Join the Delaware Public Health District in making our community safer. Learn the skills you need to save lives and gain the confidence to act in an emergency. We look forward to seeing you in class!