- Red Cross
- Germantown and Chestnut Hill
Red Cross Certification for Germantown and Chestnut Hill
Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED for Germantown and Chestnut Hill is taught at 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd in Center City, reached by the Chestnut Hill East or Chestnut Hill West Regional Rail line to Suburban Station. The online course is included, the in-person session is about 120 minutes, and the certificate is valid for 2 years.
The format
Online part included, 120 minutes in person
What to expect
The Red Cross online part is included with your booking at CPR Philadelphia. Complete it before your skills session date.
The Red Cross says the online part takes about 2.5 hours and must be finished before the skills session. The in-person session at 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd is about 120 minutes, because it covers adult, child and infant skills.
Book your skills session
Pick a date on the booking page. It opens right here on the site. The online course is included.
Do the Red Cross online part
Work through the online course at your own pace before your session date.
Come to 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd
The in-person session is about 120 minutes of hands-on adult, child and infant practice and the skills check.
Get your certificate
Pass the skills session and your Red Cross digital certificate is issued the same day, valid for 2 years.
Germantown and Chestnut Hill
Children, schools and families in Chestnut Hill
Education students at Chestnut Hill College, preschool staff and parents in Germantown and Mount Airy can take the Red Cross adult and pediatric course, with the online part included and 120 minutes in person.
Pennsylvania child care rules (55 Pa. Code 3270.31) ask staff for pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR within 90 days of hire. The class must include a hands-on session, use an OCDEL-approved curriculum and be taught by a PQAS-approved instructor. American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED is on the approved curriculum list. Before you count a class toward this rule, ask us and your director to confirm the instructor approval.
Medical centers near Chestnut Hill
- Temple Health Chestnut Hill Hospital8835 Germantown Ave
Getting here
The trip from Germantown and Chestnut Hill
Germantown Ave runs up through Germantown and Mount Airy to Chestnut Hill, where Temple Health Chestnut Hill Hospital is at 8835 Germantown Ave and Chestnut Hill College at 9601 Germantown Ave. Two Regional Rail lines, Chestnut Hill East and Chestnut Hill West, run to Center City.
- Regional Rail
Ride the Chestnut Hill West Line from Chestnut Hill West station (9 W Evergreen Ave) to Suburban Station.
- Regional Rail
The Chestnut Hill East Line also serves Suburban Station, with its street 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
Red Cross for Germantown and Chestnut Hill: questions
Where can I get Red Cross certification near Germantown and Chestnut Hill?
At CPR Philadelphia, 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd in Center City. Ride the Chestnut Hill West Line from Chestnut Hill West station (9 W Evergreen Ave) to Suburban Station.
How long is the Red Cross in-person session?
About 120 minutes, after the Red Cross online part, which is included with your booking.
Does the course cover infants and children?
Yes. Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED covers first aid, CPR and AED for adults, children and infants.
How do I drive there from Germantown and Chestnut Hill?
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. Public garages are listed on the blocks around the classroom, including the Penn Center House garage at 1900 JFK Blvd (valet, 7 ft 0 in height limit). Building parking and validation are not confirmed, and garage hours and rates are set by each operator. If you need more before class, Call or text (215) 770-8788.
More for Germantown and Chestnut Hill
Other courses for Chestnut Hill
Other areas
Red Cross for other areas
Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid CPR AED in Philadelphia
Sources for the facts on this page
- Chestnut Hill West station (Wikipedia)
- SubwayNut, Suburban Station entrances and concourse
- Temple Health, Chestnut Hill Hospital, directions and parking
- Chestnut Hill College, 9601 Germantown Ave
- 55 Pa. Code 3270.31, child care center staff health and safety training (Cornell LII)
- PA Keys, Pediatric First Aid and CPR for child care staff
- PA Keys, announcement C-25-02 (approved pediatric first aid and CPR curricula)