CPR, AED & First Aid Certification in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania 

Become CPR, AED & First Aid Certified with JAG Physical Therapy

Did you know that anyone can become CPR, AED, and First Aid certified? Whether you’re a healthcare provider, coach, teacher, parent, or part of an organization like the Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts, certification empowers you to save a life in an emergency.

If you’re located in New York, New Jersey, or Pennsylvania, JAG Physical Therapy offers flexible in-person and hybrid certification courses for both healthcare professionals and community members.

We proudly offer courses through the American Heart Association:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider courses for healthcare providers
• Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED courses for the general public

The BLS Provider courses follow the most current International Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiac Care and meet the Board of Certification requirements for Athletic Trainers.

Fill out the form to inquire about scheduling a CPR, AED, or First Aid certification course for your group or organization.

Be on the lookout for CPR pop-up courses near you, and check out our upcoming classes below! Disclaimer: All participants must inquire through the form above and receive a confirmation from JAG Physical Therapy to finalize their course registration.

Understanding CPR

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving technique used during cardiac emergencies such as heart attacks, choking, or near-drowning. These situations can cause a person to stop breathing or develop an irregular heart rhythm, and immediate CPR can double or triple survival chances – especially when paired with early AED use.

Who Performs CPR?

• Certified Providers: Trained individuals perform conventional CPR, which includes chest compressions and rescue breaths at a rate of 100–120 compressions per minute, with a 30:2 compression-to-breath ratio. An AED should be requested and applied as soon as it arrives.
• General Public / Bystanders: Even without formal training, bystanders can provide hands-only CPR, which involves continuous chest compressions at 100–120 per minute until help arrives. An AED should be requested immediately. (American Heart Association, 2023)

The Importance of AEDs

Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) deliver an electric shock to restore a normal heart rhythm during cardiac arrest. AEDs are designed so anyone can use them – they provide clear verbal and visual prompts, automatically analyze heart rhythm, and guide users step-by-step.

You’ll find AEDs in locations like schools, gyms, healthcare facilities, sports venues, airports, and hotels. Knowing where the nearest AED is – and how to use it – can dramatically improve survival rates.

All CPR certification courses at JAG Physical Therapy include formal AED training to ensure you feel confident and prepared. (American Heart Association, 2017)

References

American Heart Association (2023). “What is CPR?”. American Heart Association. https://cpr.heart.org/en/resources/what-is-cpr 

American Heart Association. (2017). “”.https://www.heart.org/-/media/files/health-topics/answers-by-heart/what-is-an-aed.pdf