The River Forest Fire Department offers CPR certifications for
HEARTSAVER CPR and BLS/CPR AED
BLS CPR/AED for Healthcare Providers
This course is for medical professionals only. Students who successfully pass the written and skills tests will receive a Healthcare Provider Certification Card that is valid for two years.
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HEARTSAVER CPR
This American Heart Association one-day class is presented for residents and general public (non-healthcare). Upon completion of the course, students will receive a Heart Saver CPR/AED Certification Card valid for two years.
Optional Course
Each participant can opt to include First Aid and STOP THE BLEED at no additional cost. This optional course includes both hands-on and classroom instruction. If you elect to include this class, please be prepared to stay an additional hour after the CPR certification class.
Cost
- Individual registration is $80.
- For group registrations of 6 or more, a discount may be offered. (To accomodate group classes, registrations must be submitted at least 10 days prior to the scheduled class.)
Location
Classes are held in the 1st Floor, Village Hall Community Room at 400 Park Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305.
Upcoming Class Schedule for Heartsaver CPR
All classes are scheduled from 8:00am-12:00pm, unless otherwise stated.
Classes are limited to 10 students. If we reach capacity, we will notify you of alternate dates. However, please note that CPR classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment.
Classes are scheduled on the 2nd Saturday of every month.
2025 Dates for Heartsaver CPR
1/11 - 9 seats available out of 10
3/8 - 10 seats available out of 10
4/12 - 10 seats available out of 10
5/10 - 10 seats available out of 10
6/14 - 10 seats available out of 10
7/12 - 10 seats available out of 10
8/9 - 10 seats available out of 10
9/13 - 10 seats available out of 10
10/11 - 10 seats available out of 10
11/18 - 10 seats available out of 10
12/13 - 10 seats available out of 10
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FAQ
Question: Is there an age requirement for students?
Answer: All applicants must be 15 years old or older to obtain certification. However, attendees under the age of 15 may come observe (with a paying student).