This is an awareness level training program that is overseen by the American Heart Association (AHA).  The participants will learn about the chain of survival, be able to recognize life-threatening emergencies, and learn to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

However, participants in these courses, even though they may learn information that might save a life and be able to perform certain skills, will not be certified.  This is only an awareness class intended for Bystander CPR.

The AHA, CPR for Family and Friends program is broken into three different courses.

Course 1: CPR of all ages, (approx. 2.5 to 3 hrs)

·        Introduction

·        Adult/Child Module

·        Infant Module

Course 2: CPR for Adults (approx. 2.0 hrs)

·        Introduction

·        Adult/Child Module   

Course 3: CPR for Infants (approx. 1.5 hrs)

·        Introduction

·        Infant Module

All participants receive a packet from the AHA.

Each packet contains:

·        CPR for Family and Friends Booklet

o        With Adult and Child / Infant CPR Quick Reference Guides

·        Manikin Face Shield

Classes can be scheduled for any day of the week. Class sizes must be a minimum of 10 students and shall begin no earlier than 8:30 a.m. and no later than 3 p.m.

Interested individuals or organizations should give at least six weeks notice of when they would like to have the event. This is so that notification and scheduling can be made with the company or companies that will be instructing.  Participants must provide a TV with DVD player in order to view the interactive video.  Allow for a minimum of 2 hours for the Adult/Child Module (course 2), 1½ hours for the Infant Module (course 3), and 2½ to 3 hours for both modules (course 1) for instructional class time.  NOTE: Classes will be "Course 2" unless otherwise requested.

For more information or to schedule classes, please call The Honolulu Fire Department at 422-1137 extension 1.