Complete your AHA CPR certification with our flexible blended learning program. Study online, complete a brief hands-on skills session, and receive your official AHA eCard the same day.
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(Initial & Renewal)
Heartcode ® ACLS
(Initial & Renewal)
Heartcode ® BLS
(Initial & Renewal)
Heartcode ® PALS
CPR California is powered by CPR VAM and provides trusted American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification programs for healthcare professionals, students, businesses, and individuals throughout California. Our mission is to make high-quality CPR education accessible through a flexible blended learning model that combines official AHA HeartCode® online coursework with a convenient in-person skills assessment. Every course is designed to help learners build practical life-saving skills while meeting nationally recognized certification standards.
We offer CPR, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification through a streamlined training process that fits busy schedules. Complete your online coursework at your own pace, then visit one of our California training locations for a brief hands-on skills session using advanced Voice-Assisted Manikins (VAMs). These intelligent training systems provide real-time feedback to help you develop confidence and perform essential CPR techniques accurately before earning your certification.
Whether you’re obtaining certification for the first time or renewing existing credentials, CPR California is committed to delivering a smooth and professional training experience from start to finish. With flexible scheduling, same-day American Heart Association eCard issuance, dedicated customer support, and training trusted by healthcare providers, educational institutions, and employers, we make it easy to earn a nationally recognized certification while gaining the skills needed to respond confidently during emergencies.
Our American Heart Association training programs meet the standards trusted by healthcare systems and workplaces across the country. By combining online education with practical skills verification, we prepare learners for real emergency situations while simplifying the certification process.
Experience a smarter way to earn your American Heart Association certification. With over 20 years of experience, we combine online learning with hands-on skills training using advanced voice-assisted manikins that provide real-time feedback. Get certified instantly upon passing, with unlimited retakes until you succeed.
24/7 access to official HeartCode® online learning from any device
Advanced Voice-Assisted Manikins (VAMs) with real-time coaching and performance feedback
Training based on the latest American Heart Association guidelines
Free retake if you don’t pass the course
Our American Heart Association (AHA) certification is accepted throughout California and across the United States, including hospitals, healthcare facilities, schools, universities, and workplaces. It is widely recognized for employment, professional licensing, and career advancement.
Train using innovative Voice-Assisted Manikins (VAMs) that provide real-time feedback on compression depth, rate, and technique. This hands-on technology helps you build accuracy, confidence, and CPR skills that meet current AHA standards.
From registration to certification, our team is here to help with scheduling, course selection, and skills preparation. We make the process simple and stress-free, with support available 7 days a week from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
After successfully completing your training and skills evaluation, your official AHA eCard is issued the same day. This allows you to quickly meet employment, credentialing, or licensing requirements throughout California.
Need extra practice before passing your skills assessment? We offer opportunities to retake the evaluation, giving you the support and flexibility needed to build confidence and achieve certification requirements.
Our American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification programs are trusted across California by individuals and organizations seeking reliable, high-quality lifesaving training for both professional and personal needs.
& Clinical Professionals
& Community Members
Whether you’re upgrading your credentials or starting fresh, our California CPR and life support training programs make certification straightforward. Learn online at your own pace, complete your skills check in person, and receive a nationally recognized AHA ACLS, BLS, or PALS certification without long classroom commitments.
Real answers to questions we hear every day from students across California.
Yes. The HeartCode® online portion is available 24/7, allowing you to begin your training whenever it fits your schedule and complete it at your own pace before the in-person skills session.
The hands-on skills session is designed to be brief and efficient. Most participants complete it in a short appointment without extended classroom time.
Yes, advance scheduling is recommended to ensure availability at your preferred California training location and time slot.
Training is conducted using advanced Voice-Assisted Manikins (VAMs) that guide your performance in real time and help reinforce proper compression depth, rate, and technique.
Yes. The online HeartCode® modules are self-paced, so you can log out and return anytime without losing progress.
Yes. The blended format is specifically designed for working professionals, allowing you to complete the online portion on your own time and attend a short scheduled skills session.
Support assistance is available to help resolve login, access, or system issues so you can continue your training without disruption.
You will be assessed on core life-saving skills such as chest compressions, rescue breathing techniques, and proper emergency response sequence using AHA guidelines.
No equipment is required. All training materials and manikins are provided at the training center.
