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First Aid CPR AED for Northeast Philadelphia
People from Northeast Philly who need first aid, CPR and AED training take AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED at our Center City classroom, 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd. The AHA online part comes first, then a 60 minute hands-on session, and the card is valid for 2 years. Most come by the L from Frankford Transportation Center to 15th St.
Northeast Philadelphia
Who in Northeast Philly takes Heartsaver
Warehouses, shops, gyms and offices across the Northeast that name workplace first aid responders can use Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED, the AHA online part plus about an hour hands-on.
Northeast Philadelphia, from Frankford to Torresdale and Fox Chase, has Jefferson Frankford Hospital at 4900 Frankford Ave, Jefferson Torresdale Hospital at 10800 Knights Rd, Fox Chase Cancer Center, and Holy Family University's School of Nursing and Health Sciences at 9801 Frankford Ave.
Local employers and schools
- Holy Family University, School of Nursing and Health Sciences9801 Frankford Ave
What it covers
First aid, CPR and AED in one AHA card
- First aid basics: checking the scene, calling 911, gloves and protecting yourself, and finding the problem.
- Medical emergencies: breathing problems, allergic reactions and epinephrine pens, heart attack, stroke, low blood sugar and seizures.
- Injuries: stopping serious bleeding, wounds, burns, and suspected broken bones or spine injuries.
- Environmental emergencies: bites and stings, heat and cold emergencies, and poisoning.
- CPR and AED: hands-on CPR and AED use, plus choking relief.
- Opioid overdose and naloxone: recognizing an opioid-related emergency and giving naloxone while you wait for EMS, a module of the AHA course.
Format
The online part is the AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED online course, sold separately by the American Heart Association, not by CPR Philadelphia. Complete it before your session and bring the certificate of completion.
The in-person session is about 60 minutes, and the card is valid for 2 years.
More about Heartsaver First Aid CPR AEDGetting here
Getting to Center City from Northeast Philadelphia
- SEPTA Metro L
Ride the L from Frankford Transportation Center, the end of the line, to 15th St, then follow the concourse toward Suburban Station.
- Regional Rail
The Fox Chase and Trenton lines both serve Suburban Station.
- By car
Driving in from the east (I-95 Exit 22 or the Ben Franklin Bridge), take I-676 west; the 22nd St off-ramp is a westbound exit only. From I-95, Exit 22 is signed Central Philadelphia / I-676. I-676 has no exit numbers. Check a live map for current ramps and the last few blocks to JFK Blvd.
FAQ
First aid and CPR for Northeast Philadelphia: questions
Where can people from Northeast Philly take a first aid and CPR class?
At CPR Philadelphia, 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd in Center City, which teaches AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED. Ride the L from Frankford Transportation Center, the end of the line, to 15th St, then follow the concourse toward Suburban Station.
Is the Heartsaver online part included?
No. The Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED online course is sold separately by the American Heart Association. Bring the certificate of completion to the 60 minute skills session.
Is there another way to get there from Northeast Philly?
The Fox Chase and Trenton lines both serve Suburban Station.
How long is the Heartsaver card valid?
The AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED card is valid for 2 years.
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