- What material is covered in each of your classes?
- What is an AED?
- How much do the classes cost?
- Do I get certified after completing the course?
- What do I do if I lost my card or need a replacement?
- How long does my certification last for?
- Do I have to stay for the entire length of the class?
- How far in advance should I sign up for a class?
- Why should I take a class from you instead of directly through the American Heart Association?
- My question isn't listed here. Who can I ask?
What material is covered in each of your classes?
Our classes are for laypeople. If you are seeking EMT or health professional CPR certification, please click here
Heartsaver CPR includes Adult, Child, and Infant CPR. The class covers topics including deciding to act in an emergency, how to care for a conscious and unconscious choking victim, and how to recognize a heart attack. In addition, each student must complete an individual skill practical.
Heartsaver CPR/AED covers CPR for an adult/child, relief of choking, and how to use an AED. Each student must complete an individual skill practical.
Heartsaver First Aid covers topics including how to control bleeding, care for shock, care for burns, treat cold and heat-related illnesses, care for sudden illnesses, and other small emergencies. The First Aid class has a written exam.
Back to TopWhat is an AED?
An AED is a small device that gives an electrical shock to a person without a pulse (such as a heart attack victim) in hopes of reestablishing an effective heart rhythm.
Back to TopHow much do your classes cost?
Classes cost $7 each for undergraduate students and $11 for graduate students, faculty, staff and the public. If you take more than one class, you must pay for each class. We accept cash only.
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Yes. Successful course completion earns an American Heart Association Heartsaver Card valid for 2 years.
Back to TopWhat do I do if I lost my card or need a replacement?
You will need to send an email to uclacpr@ucla.edu that includes your name, the type of certification class you took, and the date of the class. After we receive your email, we will confirm with our records and tell you the instructions on how to pick up your replacement.
Back to TopHow long does my certification last for?
Heartsaver certification lasts for two (2) years.
Back to TopDo I have to stay for the entire length of the class?
Yes. Each Heartsaver course runs for 3 hours. Please arrive on time, or you may be turned away and asked to attend a later class.
Back to TopHow far in advance should I sign up for a class?
As early as possible. Enrollment is capped at 20 students per class and space goes quickly. The last day to pre-register is the last Wednesday before the class starts.
Back to TopWhy should I take a class from you instead of directly through the American Heart Association?
Two reasons: convenience and cost. First, the location is convenient. All our classes take place on Fridays or Saturdays in Ackerman Union. Some classes may be held in other classrooms on campus. Second, the cost is significantly cheaper. Heartsaver CPR and First Aid classes taken at a AHA Training Center costs the participant between $35 and $65. Our classes are offered at $7.00 each for undergrads, $11 for everyone else.
Back to TopMy question isn't listed here. Who can I ask?
Questions can be emailed to uclacpr@ucla.edu . You may also visit our office at Kerckhoff 308.
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