CPR News: CA Law Requires CPR Training in Schools

September 2016, California Governor Jerry Brown signed AB 1719 which requires cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to be taught in schools. This new law, authored by Assemblymember Freddie Rodriguez (D-Pomona), makes California the 35^th state to provide CPR training in high schools!

High schools that require a course in health education for graduation will begin to offer instruction in performing CPR in the 2018-2019 school year. Students can be taught the fundamental life-saving skill of hands-only CPR.

This is a big step toward giving young people the confidence it takes to perform proper CPR if ever a life threatening situation presents itself.

To read more, check out the original article here...

Learn CPR 4 Life Travels to Mammoth Lakes

Hey guys, it’s CPR Bob here. I wanted to share some fun photos of where Learn CPR 4 Life has been traveling lately. We took a trip to Lake Mary and saw some truly beautiful sights. I’ll take you on a tour below - follow along with me!

This is the beautiful Lake Mary in Mammoth Lakes, CA.

Here's Skeleton Lake, one of the Mammoth Lakes in California. We hiked 3.5 miles to get here and it was well worth the view of snow capped mountains, pine trees, lake and sky.

You caught us horsin’ around! These cool colts had a great idea to take a break while their owners were hiking and I decided to join them. It was a great choice on such a hot day!

This trailhead sign really caught my eye. Not only does it point us in the right direction, but it makes for a great photo op!

Thanks so much for joining me today on the blog! Comment below to let me know what you thought.

Looking for other adventures?

Check out My 5 Fave Places to Visit on the West Coast

Over 45 FIVE Star Reviews of Learn CPR 4 Life

We are so thankful for the opportunity to teach CPR skills to the community, healthcare companies, and individuals looking to master their life saving skills. We are overjoyed at the responses of the many people who have taken our classes. We're excited to announce that we have now received over 45 FIVE STAR reviews from employees, individuals, corporations, and more. Feel free to read some of the positive feedback below, or check out more testimonials on our website.

"HEY! I just want to say THANK YOU for always being willing to come to yucca valley every other year to teach our CPR classes... and THANK YOU for making sure we hear about seizures, burns etc..... this morning... one of my littles had a seizure.... one helper stayed with him, I called 911 and my daughter called the little ones mother.... the 911 operator, the paramedic, and the Dr. all commented on how calm, collected, and informative we were about times, duration.... etc. Other than "through the roof" adrenaline rushes... we kept our heads and got through the moment.... THANK YOU for great training!!!!" - Shannon Acosta

"I'm required to keep my certification up every 2 years and these guys have made it the most painless training yet! Relevant, funny, engaging...A first-class organization." - Heather Kenny

"What a great class! The instructors are friendly, and very knowledgeable. They really made the whole learning experience fun! I recommend this class to EVERYONE!" - Tamara Fraser

"This is the best CPR /first aid training that I've personally gone too. That is why I always come back to them for my renewals. They are informative and answer any and all questions their students have." - Field Specialist in Hesperia CA

"I had a great first time experience there. Greg was a very informative instructor. We went over a lot of material but I feel more prepared handling an emergency situation than before I took the class!" - Ariana V.

"I have been to few courses now with a different instructors each time. I am very pleased with the work ethic of all the instructors. They make the class fun and help work with the class to easily retain the information." - Michael Spahn

"I have taken CPR classes with Learn CPR 4 Life since 2005. I would never go anywhere else. Greg and Mary are awesome and Greg is funny 😉 Which makes the classes fun and their experiences that they share are interesting. I hope they stay around for many years to come 🌹" - Lori Sellers

"Best CPR training I have ever received. Highly interactive class and left feeling like I should know what to do in the event CPR was necessary (hopefully it won't)." - E.B. Indio, CA

"I have taken CPR class every 2 years for 42 years.  But not until I moved to the High Desert 10 years ago and started taking class from Learn CPR 4 Life did my skills become effective.  This is the most professional, competent, entertaining class I have ever taken. I had the occasion arise to have to do CPR on a loved one.  Learn CPR 4 Life prepared me for this.  I was indeed prepared to be a competent rescuer." - Christine E.

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Why People Choose Learn CPR 4 Life to Get Certified

We caught up with some of our amazing CPR Instructor Trainers and Students to ask them why they choose Learn CPR 4 Life. Check out what they had to say!

"Greg came out last week to train a group of us at my work on Blood borne Pathogens, CPR and First Aid.  I've been trained in First Aid/CPR for the past 15 years but I can honestly say this is the first time I feel confident if I ever had to administer CPR on someone after taking the class with Greg.  He speaks to us like we're having a normal conversation, not like he's reading out of a text book.  He answered all of our questions thoroughly and provided great training in all three areas!!  Greg's sense of humor was great, time flew by and I definitely look forward to renewing my certs in a couple of years knowing the material is up-to-date and we won't have to watch those re-enactments from the 80's."

- Vanessa B. Murrieta, CA

What did you think of our Learn CPR 4 Life Training Courses?

"Awesome!!! I did the online learning and the in-person skills validation and I loved it! I needed my card by a Monday and I had called and made the appointment on a Thursday. The skills validation was on a Saturday, which was so convenient for me! It was a good price, definitely affordable! The instructor is super nice too! She lets you practice on the manikin for a little bit, do a run-through so she can watch your mistakes, and when you're ready, she lets you test officially! The test was only 30 minutes or so and she had my card right there! Awesome class! Would definitely recommend them to anyone who needs their CPR card or like me, need their BLS ASAP!" - Suzy H. Victorville, CA

"This CPR class was great! instead of everyone taking turns practicing on the models (like previous classes I've taken before) everyone had their own model to work on. Given that we had a larger group, I felt as though the instructors made sure to give each individual their attention in a timely manner. The instructors also made sure everyone was learning the proper CPR technique. I highly recommend this class for anyone looking to be CPR certified!" - M.J. Montclair, CA

"This was most definitely, The Best CPR class I have ever attended. They made the whole class feel comfortable. I really enjoyed it, and will recommend this class to everyone."
- Veronica S. Barstow, CA

"I have taken CPR classes with Learn CPR 4 Life since 2005. I would never go anywhere else. Greg and Mary are awesome and Greg is funny!😉 Which makes the classes fun and their experiences that they share are interesting. I hope they stay around for many years to come." - Lori S. Hesperia, CA

Are you looking to get CPR certified? We teach a variety of CPR classes:

• BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR
• Online Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Handson Skill
• BLS CPR Instructor Course
• EMS Safety Adult Child Infant CPR/AED/First Aid
• EMS Safety Services Pediatric CPR/AED & First Aid
• And much more...

Browse all of our classes at Learn CPR 4 Life

Instructor Training: Why People Choose Learn CPR 4 Life

Are you looking to start your own business? Learn CPR 4 Life has the solution for you. Become a certified CPR Training Instructor, be your own boss and teach your own classes. 

What is the benefit? Take the amazing Lisa F. for example. Lisa was stuck at a boring day job. The pay was fine and the job title was nice, but there was no real room for growth, and of course the hours were not flexible. So, after doing a little research, she made the leap of faith to start her own business as a CPR Instructor.

"It was after much thought and prayer that I decided to switch career paths. When I knew I wanted to become a CPR Instructor, I didn't want to get certified through just any company. I wanted it to be someone I trusted, someone with a lot of experience, and someone who I know would help me leverage my own business by their credibility. That's why I decided on Learn CPR 4 Life. After reading their Yelp reviews and other CPR testimonials, I felt at ease knowing that other people had a great experience with them as well." - Lisa F.

Now, Lisa is starting her own CPR business and looking forward to all the benefits it has to offer.

What does it take to be a CPR Instructor?

Check out the simple process of becoming a BLS Instructor:

• Be accepted by an AHA Training Center (TC) prior to enrolling in the Instructor Course and have a completed Instructor Candidate Application on file with that Training Center 

• Have current American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider Card and be proficient in all the skills

• Prior to class complete the BLS Instructor Essentials Online and print the certificate of completion 

• Successfully complete the BLS classroom Instructor Course

• Successfully complete being monitored teaching a BLS Course within three (3) months of completing the classroom Instructor Course

If you need any help signing up for these courses, or have any questions, contact Learn CPR 4 Life:

760-947-2426

info@LEARNCPR4LIFE.com

Learn CPR Provides CPR Courses in Hesperia CA

Learn CPR 4 Life | The Trusted CPR Experts in Hesperia, California

Are you looking to get CPR certified and need to find a quality CPR training center in Hesperia CA? Look no further than Learn CPR 4 Life! We've been in business since 1998, and our highly skilled team of CPR experts are ready to help you! Whether you're looking to become a CPR instructor, you're in the medical field and need to take required CPR courses, or you need to learn more about basic life support, we've got what you're looking for.

At Learn CPR 4 Life, we are an AHA training center with over 15 years of experience. Our knowledge coupled with our passion to save lives, is apparent in everything we do. From our CPR instructor training courses, to our community courses, and corporate training, we always aim to provide the best service so our clients have an unprecedented experience.

If you want to learn more about Learn CPR 4 Life or want to register for a course, call us now:
760-947-2426

February is Heart Health Month: Learn How to Prevent Disease

February is Heart Health month and we're teaming up with other organizations to raise awareness about heart disease and prevention. In an effort to prevent 1 million heart attacks in the US by 2017, we're encouraging people to know their blood pressure and give tips to help them lower and maintain it if it's too high.

High blood pressure is a leading cause of heart disease, yet there are often no signs or symptoms to indicate when it's too high. That's why it's so important to schedule routine check ups and be aware of your blood pressure level.

How to Prevent Heart Disease  

In order to prevent heart disease, we recommend taking a proactive approach with your health.

• Schedule a routine checkup with your doctor 

Scheduling a routine appointment with your doctor is a great first step to learning your blood pressure. If you discover that your blood pressure is too high, don't panic! Your doctor will work with you to lower it and provide proper medication and help along the way.

• If you take blood pressure medicine, be consistent

Just like any other medication, it's important to take the prescribed dose as directed. To ensure you stay consistent, set an alarm on your phone to remind you to take your medicine at the same time each day.

• Alter your diet

If you're like the rest of America, you probably love salt. But your blood pressure unfortunately doesn't. Consider reducing your sodium intake, which will in turn reduce your blood pressure. That means opting for fresh meats rather than packaged. (Some cold cut packaged turkey breast can run up to 1,050 mg of sodium for 3 slices!) Avoid high sodium meat products by doing a little bit of extra research while shopping. Many brands are committed to providing products with much less sodium, so be sure to check your food labels. Also, choosing fresh fruits and veggies over frozen is another surefire way to keep your sodium intake low.

• Are you a smoker?

Smoking sucks - quite literally. Stop inhaling this dangerous drug and if you haven't started smoking, don't start! If you need help quitting smoking, talk to your doctor or check out articles online. Here's a great how to quit smoking source to get started.

Thanks for joining us today on our blog. For more useful information about heart health, check out what we're talking about on our Facebook page, or check out our CPR website.

Learn CPR 4 Life is a an American Heart Association approved training center. Our friendly and skilled staff has helped individuals and businesses learn CPR and lifesaving skills since 1998. We're located in Hesperia, CA. Contact us for more info: 760-947-2426.