General First Aid – Covering Infant and Child CPR (8h)General Public

General First Aid – Covering Infant and Child CPR (8h)

Our general first aid training, covering infant and child CPR, is designed for parents, caregivers, teachers, and early childhood professionals in Virginia. Compliant with the 8VAC20-780-530 (childcare center health and safety), administered by Virginia Department of Social Services / Department of Education. 2-year certification.

CPR/AED – General Public (4h)General Public

CPR/AED – General Public (4h)

This 4-hour training is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and confidence needed to intervene effectively during life-threatening emergencies. Focused on rapid and adapted responses, it teaches essential techniques for managing critical situations, significantly increasing survival chances. Aimed at the general public, this program emphasizes hands-on practice, realistic simulations, and teamwork, making it ideal for those who want to be prepared for emergencies at home, at work, or in public spaces.

First Aider – New Parents (9h)General Public

First Aider – New Parents (9h)

Becoming a parent means taking on the precious responsibility of protecting your little ones. This 9-hour training, designed for new parents, helps you better anticipate and respond to unexpected situations. Accessible and flexible, it is tailored to the needs of modern families. By completing this training, you strengthen your ability to provide a safe environment and intervene effectively in emergencies. Give yourself the confidence and preparation needed to watch over those who matter most.

CPR/AED – Healthcare Professional (5h)Healthcare Professionals

CPR/AED – Healthcare Professional (5h)

Designed for healthcare professionals, this 5-hour training provides comprehensive preparation for effective intervention during life-threatening emergencies. It emphasizes best practices, team coordination, and the use of essential tools for managing critical situations in clinical or prehospital settings. Recognized and tailored to the needs of medical responders, this training leads to an essential certification for ensuring the safety of patients and care recipients.

First Aid – Intermediate Level (16h) – CSA Z1210-17 CompliantWorkplace

First Aid – Intermediate Level (16h) – CSA Z1210-17 Compliant

Upon successful completion of this 16-hour IN-PERSON intermediate-level first aid training, the candidate will receive a valid certification that meets the requirements of 'Intermediate First Aid Training' as defined in the CSA Z1210-17 standard.

First Aider – General Public (8h)Workplace

First Aider – General Public (8h)

This 8-hour training, designed for the general public, provides essential knowledge for effective emergency intervention. It is intended for anyone wanting to learn first aid skills, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), wound and bleeding management, or the handling of critical situations. Accessible and practical, this course develops vital skills for protecting and rescuing loved ones or anyone in danger, thereby strengthening community safety.

First Aid & CPR Virginia

What the law actually requires where you are — summarized from our jurisdiction guides. Open any topic for the full details.

Workplace first aid

Virginia's state plan (VOSH) adopts federal OSHA 29 CFR 1910 except 1910.151(a) and (b), so there is no state mandate requiring a trained first-aider at general-industry worksites; construction employers remain covered under 16 VAC 25-160 (including 1910.151(c) eyewash), with no fixed numeric ratio.

VOSHCode of Virginia Title 40.1, Ch. 316 VAC 25No 1910.151(a)/(b) general industryNo fixed ratio
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Childcare CPR & first aid

Under 8VAC20-780-530 (Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers), administered by the Virginia Department of Education's Office of Child Care Health and Safety, at least two staff with current CPR and first aid must be present during operation with at least one certified per classroom; the CPR skills demonstration must be in person while the didactic portion may be online (blended).

8VAC20-780-530VDOE Office of Child Care Health and SafetyAt least two certified staffBlended (in-person skills)Family day homes: within 90 days
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Good Samaritan law

Va. Code § 8.01-225 grants civil immunity to anyone who in good faith and without compensation renders emergency care, covering ordinary negligence but not gross, reckless, or intentional misconduct.

Va. Code § 8.01-225Civil immunityNo duty to rescueAED protection
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Healthcare professional recognition

Registered and licensed practical nurses in Virginia meet the Virginia Board of Nursing's continued-competency rule at each renewal, and recognized, documented CPR/first-aid training counts toward it.

Virginia Board of NursingNurse Practice Act30 contact hours / 2-year cycle15 hrs + 640 practice hoursACLS/PALS count
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Residential care settings

In Virginia's assisted living facilities, nursing homes and home-care services — where the certified nurse aide credential and registry are overseen by the Virginia Board of Nursing — employers commonly require current CPR and first-aid training, and a recognized, up-to-date certificate meets this expectation in addition to occupational training.

Assisted living, nursing homes, home-careVirginia Board of Nursing (CNA registry)Employer-required at hireRenewed periodically
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Foster families

Virginia foster parents complete state-approved pre-service training that includes CPR, first aid and medication administration, with CPR/first-aid certification in place before a child is placed, recognized by the Department of Social Services as part of the approval process.

Pre-service training (CPR + first aid)Required before placementVirginia Department of Social ServicesRenewed periodically
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Online course recognition

Online CPR and first aid training is recognized in Virginia with no ban on online training for workplace first-aiders, issuing a 3-year certification, though a hands-on component is recommended for CPR.

Online courses accepted3-year certificationNo ban for workplace first-aidersHands-on recommended for CPRILCOR 2025
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Who we are

We offer high-quality CPR and first aid training. Our unique 100% online formula allows you to acquire at your own pace the tools needed to be ready to intervene in an emergency.

Our instructor Michael S. Thompson has over 20 years of field experience in paramedical ambulance care and first aid training.

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Accepted by employers, daycares, and schools across Canada and the United States

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Progress at your own pace, pick up where you left off

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Computer, tablet, or phone — your training follows you

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Videos, simulations, and interactive quizzes

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Our high-quality courses are delivered through a user-friendly interface that simplifies your learning experience. Plus, you will receive a nationally recognized certification.

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