- Heartsaver
- North Philadelphia and Temple
First Aid CPR AED for North Philadelphia and Temple
People from Temple 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 B from Cecil B. Moore south to City Hall.
North Philadelphia and Temple
Who in Temple takes Heartsaver
Campus departments, coaches, resident assistants and North Broad St businesses can get first aid, CPR and AED in one AHA Heartsaver card, with about an hour in person.
Temple University's main campus sits on N Broad St, served by Cecil B. Moore station on the B. Further north, Temple University Hospital and the Lewis Katz School of Medicine are at the Health Sciences Center, 3401 N Broad St.
Local employers and schools
- Temple Universitymain campus on N Broad St, served by Cecil B. Moore station
- Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple UniversityHealth Sciences Center, 3401 N Broad St
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.
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Getting to Center City from North Philadelphia
- SEPTA Metro B
Ride the B from Cecil B. Moore (1700 N Broad St) south to City Hall. Express trains skip Cecil B. Moore, so take a local.
- Concourse
From City Hall, the underground concourse leads to Suburban Station and its stair at 18th St and JFK Blvd.
- By car
Driving in from the west or north on I-76, take I-676 east; the first exit, 23rd St / Benjamin Franklin Parkway, is an eastbound exit only. 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 North Philadelphia and Temple: questions
Where can people from Temple 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 B from Cecil B. Moore (1700 N Broad St) south to City Hall. Express trains skip Cecil B. Moore, so take a local.
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 Temple?
From City Hall, the underground concourse leads to Suburban Station and its stair at 18th St and JFK Blvd.
How long is the Heartsaver card valid?
The AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED card is valid for 2 years.
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