Heartsaver® First Aid SKILLS ONLY The Heartsaver First Aid course trains participants first aid basics for the most common first aid emergencies, including how to recognize them, how to call for help, and how to perform lifesaving skills. Who should take this course? Heartsaver First Aid is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who needs a first aid training to meet job, regulatory, or licensing requirements. Always confirm with your employer which format is accepted. Audience Heartsaver First Aid is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who needs first aid training and a course completion card for job, regulatory (e.g., OSHA), or other requirements. This course can also be taken by anyone who wants to be prepared to act in an emergency.
  Description Learn lifesaving skills with Heartsaver First Aid Online. The American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid Online course provides high-quality training in first aid. This course equips individuals and workplaces with the confidence to respond effectively to medical emergencies until emergency responders arrive. Heartsaver First Aid is designed meet job or regulatory requirements (i.e. OSHA). The blended learning course format is a convenient way to learn at your own pace and schedule. The Heartsaver First Aid course is designed for individuals with little or no medical background. It is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared to respond effectively to emergencies at work, home, or in the community. Course Features & Benefits: • Flexibility to learn anytime, anywhere
• Interactive activities reinforcing lifesaving techniques
• Engaging videos and real-life demonstrations
• Knowledge checks to ensure mastery
• Builds confidence and skills needed to take action
• Up-to-date medical science information
• High quality training from the American Heart Association Course Format: Heartsaver First Aid Online is the required online course for the American Heart Association blended learning training. The blended learning format allows students to complete the online course at their convenience, followed by a hands-on skills session (sold separately) with an American Heart Association Training Center Instructor. Course Learning Objectives: After successfully completing the first aid portion, students should be able to: At the end of the Heartsaver First Aid Course, students will be able to:
• Discuss how universal precautions, personal protective equipment (PPE), and handwashing can protect against germs and disease
• List the priorities, roles, and responsibilities of first aid responders
• Describe the key steps in first aid
• Describe the steps to remove protective gloves
• Demonstrate the steps to respond to a first aid emergency
• Describe the assessment and first aid actions for the following life-threatening conditions: heart attack, difficulty breathing, choking, severe bleeding, shock, and stroke
• Describe how to use an epinephrine autoinjector
• Demonstrate how to control bleeding and apply direct pressure and a bandage
• Recognize elements of common illnesses and injuries
• Describe how to prevent repetitive stress injuries and overexertion
• Recognize signs of mental health crisis in the workplace
• Recognize the legal questions that apply to first aid rescuers Note: Course objectives may vary depending on the specific topics taught. Upon successful completion, students receive a Heartsaver First Aid Course Completion Card, valid for two years. This product has been updated to reflect the latest science and education from the 2025 Guidelines for CPR & ECC. It replaces Heartsaver First Aid Online (20- 1402).
The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.”