A mobile CPR class brings the full certification experience to your living room, office, gym, or community space. Instead of driving to a training center and sitting in a crowded room, you learn hands-on CPR, AED use, and first aid where it's most convenient for your group. Here is exactly what to expect from start to finish.
You choose the time and place
The biggest difference with mobile training is flexibility. You pick the date, time, and location. Most classes are scheduled within a few days, and evening or weekend sessions are common. The instructor arrives with everything needed — manikins, AED trainers, cleaning supplies, bandaging materials, and paperwork. You just need a space with enough floor room for everyone to practice compressions comfortably.
What to bring and how to dress
Dress comfortably. You will be kneeling, leaning, and moving on the floor for hands-on practice. Closed-toe shoes are best. Bring a water bottle and anything that helps you take notes, like a phone or notebook. For certification courses, bring a photo ID if your employer requires it for the eCard record. We will handle the rest.
The class structure
Every session begins with a brief overview of cardiac arrest, the chain of survival, and how to recognize an emergency. From there, the instructor moves quickly into hands-on practice. Expect to spend most of the class doing compressions, working with an AED trainer, and practicing choking relief. The instructor watches your technique, gives feedback, and makes sure you leave confident, not just certified.
For certification courses, the class ends with a skills check. That is not a surprise test — it is a guided demonstration that confirms you can perform the skills correctly. If you need extra practice, you will get it.
Certification vs. awareness-only
Some mobile classes lead to an official American Heart Association eCard. BLS for Healthcare Providers and Heartsaver CPR/AED are certification courses. Others, like the Infant & Child CPR + Choking Workshop or a workplace awareness session, are hands-on learning without a certification test or eCard. We will help you choose the right format before you book.
How long each class takes
Timing depends on the course and the size of your group. BLS for Healthcare Providers runs about 1.5 hours. Heartsaver CPR/AED is roughly 2 hours. The CPR + First Aid Combo is about 3 hours. Skills checks are around 45 minutes, and non-certification awareness workshops can be tailored from an hour to a half-day depending on what your team needs.
Who mobile CPR training is best for
Mobile classes work well for almost anyone: parents learning together at home, dental offices recertifying as a team, gyms and fitness studios meeting staff requirements, schools and daycares, and corporate groups who want to minimize downtime. There is no minimum group size, and the experience is tailored to the people in the room.
After class: your eCard and ongoing confidence
For certification courses, American Heart Association eCards are typically issued within 24 to 48 hours after class. You will receive an email from the AHA with a link to download, print, and share your card. The certification is valid for two years. In the meantime, you will walk away with real muscle memory — the kind that shows up when seconds count.
Ready to book a mobile class?
If you want CPR training that fits your schedule and comes to your location, mobile is the way to go. Choose your course, pick a date, and invite your group. We will bring the training to you.