CPR & First Aid Certification Guides

Plain answers to the questions people ask before they certify.

How Long Is CPR Certification Good For? — Most CPR, BLS, and First Aid certifications are valid for two years from the issue date. Some employers and licensing boards require annual renewal.

Is Online CPR Certification Accepted by Employers? — Online CPR certification is widely accepted for workplace compliance, but some clinical and licensed roles require an in-person skills evaluation in addition to cognitive training.

BLS vs CPR vs First Aid: Which Certification Do You Need? — CPR/AED covers cardiac emergencies for the general public, BLS is the healthcare-provider version of the same skills, and First Aid covers injuries and medical emergencies.

OSHA CPR and First Aid Requirements for Workplaces — OSHA requires adequate first aid provision at every workplace, trained responders when medical help is not nearby, and annual bloodborne pathogens training for exposed employees.