CPR for Teachers and School Staff
Many U.S. states require CPR training for teachers, coaches, and school staff. A Heartsaver CPR/AED or First Aid + CPR combo course typically meets district policy. Caring People Rescue offers in-person and blended CPR courses if you're ready to certify.
- Required for educators in many states
- Covers adult, child, and infant CPR + AED
- Combo with First Aid satisfies most school policies
- On-site group classes work well for staff in-service days
What schools usually require
A Heartsaver-level CPR/AED card from AHA or Red Cross. Coaches and athletic trainers often need a higher-tier course that emphasizes sudden cardiac arrest in athletes.
Group training tips
Schedule training before the school year starts and stagger expirations so half your staff renews each year.
Prefer learning hands-on? Caring People Rescue runs in-person and blended cpr for teachers and school staff classes with certified instructors — visit www.caringpeoplerescue.com to reserve a seat.
Pairing with EpiPen and stock albuterol training
Most districts now layer epinephrine and asthma-rescue training onto CPR/First Aid to address food allergies and asthma emergencies.
Frequently asked questions
- Is CPR required for teachers in every state?
- No — but the list is growing. Check your state's department of education policy.
- Do administrators need CPR too?
- Best practice is yes — anyone with student-facing time should be certified.
- How long does the class take?
- About 4 hours for CPR/AED, 6–8 hours for First Aid + CPR + AED combos.