Certifying Organization
American Heart Association (AHA)
Health & Safety Institute (HSI)
Background
Researches and sets guidelines for CPR.
Use guidelines set forth by AHA.
Equivalent to training programs developed and administered by the AHA and the ARC.
Class Length
AHA CPR classes are typically shorter.
Used to be longer than AHA. With the updated 2020 guidelines, they are about the same.
Full classroom or online learning w/in-person skills session.
Price
Slightly less expensive than ARC.
Most expensive.
Most cost-efficient.
Certification Acceptance
Most universally accepted.
More selective. Check with your program requirements.
Widely accepted. Check with your program requirement to confirm.
Certification Distribution
Will be emailed to participants.
Can be emailed to participants. Client POC will be provided a master PDF.
Can be emailed to participants. Client POC will be provided a master PDF.
Successful completion of all courses results in a two-year certification card.