CPR First Aid
Almost 70 percent of cardiac arrests occur at home and only 45 percent of cardiac arrest victims receive CPR from bystanders. The American Heart Association (AHA) offers a variety of programs that Instructors can offer communities and schools to teach them about the importance of learning CPR and acting quickly in an emergency. The Moniteau County Health Center has a certified instructor for the following courses.
Heartsaver Courses
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
- Heartsaver CPR AED
- Heartsaver First Aid
- Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED
AHA Heartsaver courses are designed to prepare students to provide first aid, CPR, and use and AED in a safe, timely, and effective manner.
Heartsaver Instructor-led training is conducted in a classroom setting and features group interaction and hands-on coaching and feedback from an AHA instructor.
BLS Courses
- BLS Instructor-led training
The AHA’s BLS Provider Course reflects science and education from the 2015 Guidelines Update for CPR and ECC. It teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both prehospital and in-facility environments, with a focus on high-quality CPR and team dynamics.
In the Instructor-led course, students participate in simulated clinical scenarios and learning stations. Students work with an AHA BLS Instructor to complete BLS skills practice and skills testing. Students also complete a written exam.
Adult & Child CPR Anytime
This kit is designed for personal use in the home, or in a large group setting. It is a self-directed training kit, so no AHA Instructor or Facilitator is needed).
The AHA’s Adult & Child CPR Anytime® Kit contains everything you need to learn the lifesaving skills of CPR, AED awareness, and choking relief in about 20 minutes. CPR Anytime allows you to learn in the comfort and privacy of your home or workplace. Plus, CPR Anytime is completely portable, so it is easy to share with family and friends. CPR Anytime kits also can be used to train small groups and community organizations. There is no certification card given with this course.
Call 573-796-3412 to schedule a class.