- Heartsaver
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First Aid CPR AED for University City
People from University City 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 L from 34th St or 40th St to 15th St, or the T trolleys to 19th St.
University City
Who in University City takes Heartsaver
Labs, offices and campus departments in University City that name first aid responders can send staff for Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED: the AHA online part, then about an hour hands-on in Center City.
University City, across the Schuylkill River, is home to the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel, a Saint Joseph's University campus and the Community College of Philadelphia West Regional Center, plus HUP, Penn Presbyterian, CHOP and the Philadelphia VA Medical Center.
Local employers and schools
- Penn and Penn MedicineUniversity City
- Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaUniversity City
- Drexel College of Nursing and Health Professionsaccepts only AHA BLS
- University of PennsylvaniaUniversity City
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.
More about Heartsaver First Aid CPR AEDGetting here
Getting to Center City from University City
- SEPTA Metro L
Ride the L from 34th St or 40th St east to 15th St, then follow the concourse toward Suburban Station.
- SEPTA Metro T
Ride the T trolleys from 33rd, 36th or 37th St to 19th Street station.
- By car
Driving from University City, I-676 east from the I-76 interchange leaves at 23rd St / Benjamin Franklin Parkway, 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 University City: questions
Where can people from University City 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 L from 34th St or 40th St east to 15th St, then follow the concourse toward Suburban Station.
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 University City?
Ride the T trolleys from 33rd, 36th or 37th St to 19th Street station.
How long is the Heartsaver card valid?
The AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED card is valid for 2 years.
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