Fire Department - CPR Classes
West Chester University
As part of The West Chester University Program, The Fire Department offers training to individuals and local businesses in a wide variety of subjects, but we are most commonly asked to assist a business with becoming CPR certified, either to meet regulations required for that company or merely for the benefit of its employees. Our CPR program covers different levels of certification so that we can best meet your specific needs or those of your organization.
All of the CPR classes that we offer follow the American Heart Association guidelines and upon completion, all participants will receive a certification card from the AHA stating that they have successfully completed an AHA course and are certified to that level of CPR for which they received training. The certification is good for two years from the date of completion of the training. It is recommended that CPR be reviewed every year, and that re-certification is done every two years. The cost listed below each course includes the necessary workbook, the certification card and any printed materials for the class, as well as the cost for the instructor.
The West Chester Fire Department prides itself on assisting local businesses with their training needs. CPR classes can be set up within your facility or can be conducted at one of our fire stations. Scheduling is flexible and courses can be set up for any time and on any day of the week. We do ask that in order to efficiently conduct a class, please provide at least four students per class and please allow us three weeks lead time to schedule the class. We can accommodate classes that involve up to 16 students maximum, but additional scheduling time will be required due to the necessity for additional instructors. All training material is brought along with the instructor, which includes mannequins, videos and handouts. Because the courses are mostly video based, we ask that you provide a TV and DVD player for the class. Dependent on the size of the class, we also request that you provide ample space for individuals to perform the necessary skills comfortably.
If you wish to register for a class, or if you have additional questions regarding the training available, please contact Jason Hartley at the West Chester Fire Department at 777-1133 or visit the West Chester Fire Department Organization website.
Classes may be cancelled or rescheduled due to holidays or minimum attendance.
We look forward to assisting you in becoming CPR certified and meeting your training needs.
Monthly Classes Offered
Heartsaver CPR
This class is suitable for businesses/individuals that require or desire a certification in adult and child CPR only. This is a basic class aimed at training individuals who may be the first to arrive at an emergency. The class participant will be taught the process of CPR as well as how to assist a choking victim.
Cost: $25/person
Average Length: 2 to 3 hours
Class Size: 4-8 people
This class is offered the Second Wednesday of each month at Fire Station 71
*Optional Infant CPR module is available also by request for groups of 4 or more
Heartsaver First Aid
This class is designed to teach the participant how to manage illness and injuries in the first few minutes until professional help arrives. The course content includes General First Aid Principles, Medical and Injury Emergencies. Medical topics covered include management of chest pain, strokes, diabetic reactions, seizures, breathing problems and fainting, while injury topics include bleeding control, head and spinal injuries, bone, muscle and joint injuries, and burns. Optional modules are available to include CPR, use of the AED and Environmental Emergencies, such as stings and bites, heat and cold emergencies and poisonings.
Cost: $35/person
Average Length: 3½ to 6 hours
Class Size: 4-8 people
This class is offered the Third Wednesday of each month at Fire Station 71, 9119 Cincinnati-Dayton Road
BLS for Healthcare Provider
This course is offered to businesses in the medical setting, such as doctor and dentist offices. This course is usually required by students in a medical based program through universities or colleges. This course offers training in Adult, Child and Infant CPR as well as relief of choking for all ages. It also includes training in the use of the AED and is very in-depth. Participants will also be trained to use a wide variety of barrier devices, which are necessary in the clinical setting to minimize exposure and to comply with OSHA guidelines.
Cost: $40/person
Average Length: 4½ hours
Class Size: 4-8 people
This class is offered the Fourth Wednesday of each month at Fire Station 71, 9119 Cincinnati-Dayton Road
Classes Available Upon Request
Healthcare Provider Renewal
This class is for individuals or businesses that have already attended the Healthcare Provider course and are looking to renew their certifications. The class serves as a review of the basic principles and also covers new changes in the recommended guidelines. Participants must have completed a Healthcare Provider course previously and have a current BLS for Healthcare Provider card.
*Note: This course is also available on-line in a self-study format at www.americanheart.org. Skills completion can be done through WCFD for a cost of $10/person to process the certification cards.
Cost: $35/person w/book, $25 w/o book
Average Length: 2½ hours
Class Size: 4-8 people
Family & Friends CPR
This course is designed for those individuals or families who do not require a credentialed certification card, but still desire to have the knowledge about CPR and relief of choking emergencies. The course covers Adult and Child CPR and choking, with an additional Infant CPR module that can be added on.
Cost: $10/person
Average Length: 2½ hours
Class Size: 4-8 people
Family & Friends First Aid for Children
This is another new course developed by the AHA to teach participants how to manage illness and injuries for children in the first few minutes, until professional help arrives. Topics include prevention of injuries, recognizing and treating basic first aid emergencies, and relief of choking in infants and children. This course is designed for all family members, but does not meet the criteria required for Childcare Providers since it focuses mainly on the introduction of basic first aid principles.
Cost: $10/person
Average Length: 45 minutes
Class Size: 4-8 people
*Note: This class can be added to the Family & Friends CPR class for only an additional $10/person
Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid
This is a new course developed by the AHA for those businesses and individuals who provide childcare and who may be responsible to administer first aid initially in a workplace setting until professional help arrives. Topics include the basic first aid management of illnesses and injuries, environmental emergencies, Adult and Child CPR, and use of the AED. Optional modules are available to include additional Pediatric First Aid Topics and Infant CPR.
Cost: $30/person
Average Length: 6½ to 7½ hours
Class Size: 4-8 people
