First Aid, CPR and AED Training - National Safety Council

Training for Real Emergencies, Confidence for Every Response

From classrooms and campuses to worksites and emergency scenes, real-world incidents demand confident, well-trained responders. Our evidence-based training builds the skills and confidence people need to protect lives, from the workplace to anyplace. We use the latest ILCOR science, OSHA-aligned practices and ANSI principles to deliver engaging, compliant training that meets today's standards and anticipates tomo. Programs adapt across industries and learning environments, delivering consistent, high-quality training that reflects real-world conditions and risks.

Flexible Training Options to Fit Every Organization

Build an In-house training system

Use our instructor development courses to build an internal training program. Train on your schedule, maintain expertise, scale across locations and ensure consistency, policy alignment and sustainability.

Learn on site with our instructors

For organizations preferring expert-led instruction, our qualified instructors deliver hands-on, on-site training tailored to your team’s risks and environment, building confidence through realistic practice.

Authorized chapters or training centers

Courses through NSC-authorized Chapter or Training Center partners deliver standardized curriculum in community, workplace and educational settings, providing easy access to quality local training.

Blended learning – e-learning and skills evaluation

For flexibility, purchase eLearning courses to complete knowledge portion online. When certification is required, partner with a Training Center or Chapter for skills testing, ensuring convenience and quality.

Training Designed for Real-World Readiness

All programs are built on the same evidence-based foundation, emphasizing practical skills, critical decision-making and confidence under pressure. Multiple delivery pathways make it easy for people and organizations to access training they need – when, where and how it works best for them.

Workplace Safety Training

Prepare your workforce to respond with confidence.

EMTs, Paramedics, Healthcare Professionals and First Responders

When seconds matter and outcomes depend on precision, training must go beyond the basics.

Childcare Providers, Educators and Caregivers

From playground injuries to medical emergencies, being prepared is essential.

Universities, Community Colleges, High School HOSA Programs

Preparing students for healthcare, emergency medical services, and public safety careers requires more than theory.

First Aid Training: Preparing People to Act When it Matters Most