AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION · PEDIATRIC CPR & FIRST AID

Pediatric CPR & First Aid Class in the Lexington/Columbia, SC Area

American Heart Association training for people who care for children, taught by a registered nurse.

Who this class is for

If you care for children — at work or at home — this is the class for you.

Daycare & child care staffTeachers & school staffCoachesCamp counselorsNannies & babysittersParents & caregivers

What you'll learn

Adult, child, and infant CPR
AED use for adults and children
Choking relief for infants and children
Bleeding and wound care
Burns
Allergic reactions & epinephrine
Asthma emergencies
Seizures
Common childhood injuries

Every skill is practiced hands-on with manikins — you'll leave having actually done it, not just watched it.

Class details

Length
About 4 hours
Price
Starting at $110
Group / on-site training
By quote
Certification
AHA course completion card, valid 2 years
Format
In-person or blended

Why train with From the Heart CPR

Taught by a registered nurse

Nikole is an RN with 12 years of experience — you learn from someone who has used these skills in real life.

AHA-certified instructor

Your card is an official American Heart Association card, accepted by employers and licensing boards.

Small, hands-on classes

No huge lecture halls. Small groups, plenty of practice time, and zero stress.

We come to you

For groups, we bring the class to your daycare, school, church, or workplace.

Daycare Directors: Are You Fully Compliant with DSS & ABC Quality?

South Carolina DSS Regulation 114-503(h) states, word for word:

“(h) At least one person who is certified in pediatric first aid, including rescue breathing, CPR, and management of a blocked airway shall be present in the center at all times when children are in care, and during group outings or field trips. It is recommended that a CPR certified teacher be in each infant and toddler classroom at all times when children are in care. It is recommended that a CPR/first aid certified caregiver must always be present and immediately available when any child is eating. Training shall be provided by an individual who is certified as a trainer by a recognized health care organization.”

South Carolina DSS, Regulation 114-503(h)

And if you participate in ABC Quality, 100% of your staff must hold a hands-on credential.

Note the last sentence of the rule: training must come from someone certified as a trainer by a recognized health care organization. As an American Heart Association-certified instructor, Nikole teaches the gold-standard Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED course — with the in-person, hands-on skills checks required to pass state inspections.

Remember: CPR hours do not count toward your 15 annual general training clock hours — let us take care of this specialized compliance requirement for you!

Schedule Your Staff Training Today

Group & on-site training

We travel to daycares, schools, churches, and workplaces in Lexington, Columbia, and the surrounding areas. Tell us about your group and we'll put together a quote — training your whole team at once is easier than you think.

Get a quote

Questions, answered

Is this an AHA card?+

Yes. You earn an official American Heart Association course completion card — the one most employers and licensing boards require.

How long is it valid?+

Your AHA card is valid for 2 years from the date of issue. We'll even remind you when it's time to renew.

Do you teach at our location?+

Yes! For groups, we travel to daycares, schools, churches, and workplaces throughout Lexington, Columbia, and the surrounding Midlands. Request a quote and we'll set it up.

How many people do I need for a group class?+

Group and on-site classes generally start at 4 people. Smaller group? Message us — we can often combine groups or find a date that works.

Does the class include First Aid?+

Yes — this course covers both Pediatric CPR/AED and Pediatric First Aid in one session, so you leave with complete training.

Ready to book?

Reserve your spot in an upcoming class, or message Nikole about group training.

nikole@fromtheheartcpr.org · 803-604-3228