- Heartsaver
- San Mateo
First Aid CPR AED Certification for San Mateo
People from San Mateo who need first aid, CPR and AED training take AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED at our SoMa classroom, 26 7th St. The AHA online part comes first, then a 60 minute hands-on session, and the card is valid for 2 years. Most come by Caltrain to 4th and King, then the N Judah to Civic Center.
San Mateo
Who in San Mateo takes Heartsaver
San Mateo offices and corporate campuses that name workplace first aid responders can send staff up on Caltrain for the 60 minute Heartsaver session.
From San Mateo, Caltrain is the usual way up: ride from San Mateo, Hayward Park or Hillsdale to 4th and King, then the N Judah to Civic Center. Or change to BART at Millbrae. Drivers take US-101 north.
Local employers and schools
- Franklin Templetonheadquarters at One Franklin Parkway
- College of San Mateo nursing program1700 W Hillsdale Blvd
What it covers
First aid, CPR and AED in one AHA card
- First aid basics: checking the scene, calling 911, gloves and protecting yourself, and finding the problem.
- Medical emergencies: breathing problems, allergic reactions and epinephrine pens, heart attack, stroke, low blood sugar and seizures.
- Injuries: stopping serious bleeding, wounds, burns, and suspected broken bones or spine injuries.
- Environmental emergencies: bites and stings, heat and cold emergencies, and poisoning.
- CPR and AED: hands-on adult CPR and AED use, practiced on manikins and AED trainers.
- Choking relief: what to do when an adult is choking, whether they can still cough or not.
Format
The online part is the AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED online course, sold separately by the American Heart Association, not by CPR San Francisco. Complete it before your session and bring the certificate of completion.
The in-person session is about 60 minutes, and the card is valid for 2 years.
More about Heartsaver First Aid CPR AEDGetting here
Getting to SoMa from San Mateo
- Caltrain and Muni
Ride Caltrain from San Mateo, Hayward Park or Hillsdale to San Francisco (4th and King), then the N Judah to Civic Center.
- Caltrain and BART
Or ride Caltrain to Millbrae, change to BART on the Red or Yellow line, and ride to Civic Center/UN Plaza.
- By car
Driving from San Mateo, take US-101 north to I-80 and the SoMa ramps.
FAQ
First aid and CPR for San Mateo: questions
Where can people from San Mateo take a first aid and CPR class?
At CPR San Francisco, 26 7th St in SoMa, which teaches AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED. Ride Caltrain from San Mateo, Hayward Park or Hillsdale to San Francisco (4th and King), then the N Judah to Civic Center.
Is the Heartsaver online part included?
No. The Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED online course is sold separately by the American Heart Association. Bring the certificate of completion to the 60 minute skills session.
Is there another way to get there from San Mateo?
Or ride Caltrain to Millbrae, change to BART on the Red or Yellow line, and ride to Civic Center/UN Plaza.
How long is the Heartsaver card valid?
The AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED card is valid for 2 years.
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