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Red Cross Certification for Northeast Philadelphia

Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED for Northeast Philadelphia is taught at 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd in Center City, reached by the L from Frankford Transportation Center to 15th St. The online course is included, the in-person session is about 120 minutes, and the certificate is valid for 2 years.

The format

Online part included, 120 minutes in person

What to expect

The Red Cross online part is included with your booking at CPR Philadelphia. Complete it before your skills session date.

The Red Cross says the online part takes about 2.5 hours and must be finished before the skills session. The in-person session at 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd is about 120 minutes, because it covers adult, child and infant skills.

  1. Book your skills session

    Pick a date on the booking page. It opens right here on the site. The online course is included.

  2. Do the Red Cross online part

    Work through the online course at your own pace before your session date.

  3. Come to 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd

    The in-person session is about 120 minutes of hands-on adult, child and infant practice and the skills check.

  4. Get your certificate

    Pass the skills session and your Red Cross digital certificate is issued the same day, valid for 2 years.

Northeast Philadelphia

Children, schools and families in Northeast Philly

Child care centers, family child care homes and parents in the Northeast can take the Red Cross adult and pediatric course, which covers infants and children, with the online part included.

Pennsylvania child care rules (55 Pa. Code 3270.31) ask staff for pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR within 90 days of hire. The class must include a hands-on session, use an OCDEL-approved curriculum and be taught by a PQAS-approved instructor. American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED is on the approved curriculum list. Before you count a class toward this rule, ask us and your director to confirm the instructor approval.

Medical centers near Northeast Philly

  • Jefferson Frankford Hospital4900 Frankford Ave
  • Jefferson Torresdale Hospital10800 Knights Rd, a Level II trauma center
  • Fox Chase Cancer CenterNortheast Philadelphia

Getting here

The trip from Northeast Philadelphia

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.

  • 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.

Classroom location and map

FAQ

Red Cross for Northeast Philadelphia: questions

Where can I get Red Cross certification near Northeast Philadelphia?

At CPR Philadelphia, 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd in Center City. Ride the L from Frankford Transportation Center, the end of the line, to 15th St, then follow the concourse toward Suburban Station.

How long is the Red Cross in-person session?

About 120 minutes, after the Red Cross online part, which is included with your booking.

Does the course cover infants and children?

Yes. Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED covers first aid, CPR and AED for adults, children and infants.

How do I drive there from Northeast Philadelphia?

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. Public garages are listed on the blocks around the classroom, including the Penn Center House garage at 1900 JFK Blvd (valet, 7 ft 0 in height limit). Building parking and validation are not confirmed, and garage hours and rates are set by each operator. If you need more before class, Call or text (215) 770-8788.

More for Northeast Philadelphia

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Other areas

Red Cross for other areas

Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid CPR AED in Philadelphia

Sources for the facts on this page

  1. Northeast Philadelphia (Wikipedia)
  2. SubwayNut, Suburban Station entrances and concourse
  3. Jefferson Frankford Hospital (Wikipedia)
  4. Jefferson Torresdale Hospital (Wikipedia)
  5. Holy Family University, School of Nursing and Health Sciences
  6. 55 Pa. Code 3270.31, child care center staff health and safety training (Cornell LII)
  7. PA Keys, Pediatric First Aid and CPR for child care staff
  8. PA Keys, announcement C-25-02 (approved pediatric first aid and CPR curricula)

Book Red Cross from Northeast Philly

Classes are at 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd in Center City, about 120 min in person after the online part.

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