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CPR and First Aid certification?

I got certified last year in a class at school, but this year they aren't offering it and my twin brother decided he wants to get certified now.

Can you do it online without paying A LOT of money? If so, can you take the tests online too, or do you have to go somewhere for that?

Any info would be great.
Well, I looked it up and there was something about the Red Cross offering online courses, but I didn't think it seemed right either. Which... is WHY I asked. I'm not an idiot.

Public Comments

1. How could you do it online? It requires using your hands and whole body while being observed by an instructor that you are doing it correctly. Poorly done CPR is worse than none at all.

2. Actually yes you can do it online, and its accepted at most places including USA swimming for coaches. It is based off of the Red Cross certification. you watch Video's and answer test questions, very good training actually. The reason you can do it online is because, with all certification, the employer is required to test the lifeguard to ensure they can properly handle the responsibilities of a lifeguard. A lot of pools just do not do that.

I personally do this myself and have any of my new or re-cert guards complete here, since it is quick and easy to use. Below is the link, enjoy.