American Heart Association Training Center

Northern Berks EMS is proud to serve as an American Heart Association (AHA) Training Center providing high-quality CPR, AED, First Aid, and healthcare provider education to individuals, businesses, schools, healthcare professionals, and community organizations throughout the region.

Our experienced instructors offer both classroom-based and blended learning opportunities designed to meet workplace requirements, professional certifications, and personal preparedness goals. Courses are available at our training facility or can be scheduled at your location for group training sessions.

Current AHA Classes Offered

Heartsaver First Aid

Designed for individuals needing basic first aid training for the workplace or personal preparedness. This course covers medical emergencies, injury emergencies, and environmental emergencies.

Heartsaver CPR & First Aid

Combined CPR, AED, and First Aid certification course teaching adult CPR, choking relief, AED use, and first aid skills for sudden illnesses and injuries.

Heartsaver CPR Adult, Child & Infant

CPR and AED training for non-healthcare providers covering adult, child, and infant CPR, choking emergencies, and barrier device use.

Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid

Specialized first aid training focused on caring for infants and children, ideal for childcare providers, schools, and youth organizations.

Heartsaver AED

Training focused on CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use for workplaces, businesses, and public safety preparedness.

Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens

OSHA-compliant training covering bloodborne disease exposure prevention, personal protective equipment, and workplace safety practices.

BLS for Healthcare Providers

Professional-level Basic Life Support training for healthcare professionals including CPR, AED use, and airway management for adults, children, and infants.

BLS Renewal for Healthcare Providers

Renewal course for currently certified healthcare providers needing recertification in Basic Life Support skills.

Heartsaver CPR in Schools

Designed for middle and high school students to learn CPR, AED awareness, and choking emergency response.

Family & Friends CPR

Community-focused CPR training for families, caregivers, and the general public wanting to learn lifesaving CPR skills.

Family & Friends First Aid for Children

Basic pediatric first aid training designed for parents, caregivers, and community members.

Online & Blended Learning Options

Northern Berks EMS also offers American Heart Association blended learning courses that combine online coursework with an in-person skills evaluation conducted by an AHA Instructor.

Available online/blended learning options include:

• Heartsaver First Aid Online
• Heartsaver CPR & AED Online
• Heartsaver First Aid CPR & AED Online

Please note: A valid AHA certification card requires successful completion of both the online course and an in-person skills session.

Group & On-Site Training

Northern Berks EMS can provide customized training sessions for:

• Businesses
• Schools
• Municipal agencies
• Healthcare offices
• Community organizations
• Industrial facilities

On-site training opportunities are available for larger groups and can be customized to fit your organization’s scheduling needs.

For additional information, course scheduling, or group training inquiries, please contact our Training Department at info@northernberksems.com