Florida’s Life-Saving Requirement: CPR Training in Public High Schools

Do Florida high school students need CPR training to graduate?Yes. Under Florida Statute §1003.453, students must receive CPR, AED, and first aid training during high school, typically in 9th and 11th grade. This includes hands-on practice. However, most schools do not provide an official certification card required for many jobs. 12th Grade Floridians need CPR […]

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Online CPR Classes Near Me? Why a Local Classroom CPR Class Is Usually the Better Choice in Tampa Bay

Taking an Online CPR class vs an onsite class

Searching for “online CPR classes near me” is incredibly common. Whether you are a nursing student preparing for clinicals, a construction foreman managing workplace safety, or a childcare director keeping staff compliant, you need a solution that is fast, convenient, and universally accepted. However, when it comes to true CPR certification, choosing a 100% online […]

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How to Do CPR Chest Compressions the Right Way

CPR Chest Compression Technique: How to Push Hard, Push Fast, and Help Save a Life Sudden cardiac arrest does not usually give people much time to think. The tragedy that just happens… One moment, someone may be standing, talking, or sitting at the dinner table. The next, they collapse. They do not respond when you […]

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American Heart Association 2025 CPR Guidelines: What Changed and Why It Matters

By Peter J Klotunowitch  – Updated 2026 Cardiac arrest is still one of the leading causes of death in the United States. It can happen suddenly, often when an electrical problem in the heart causes it to stop pumping blood the way it should. When that happens, every minute counts. The person does not need […]

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Updated: The Nurse Shortage Is Real — And Florida Is Feeling It

Each year, National Nurses Week is observed from May 6 through May 12, honoring the birth of Florence Nightingale and celebrating the compassion, professionalism, and commitment that define nursing. These values remain the foundation of modern healthcare. Yet despite the respect and trust nurses earn, Florida continues to face a serious and growing nursing shortage. […]

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USCG

If you work in government, people count on you when things go wrong. CPR training isn’t just a requirement. It’s something your team needs to feel confident using. At In-Pulse CPR, we focus on simple, hands-on training that prepares your team for real situations. Trusted by Government Agencies In 2013, the United States Coast Guard […]

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Updated: I understand why I need to learn CPR but why should I learn how to use an AED?

Why Every CPR Class Includes AED Training Many people understand the importance of learning CPR, but not everyone realizes why AED training is just as critical. In a sudden cardiac arrest, CPR keeps blood moving, but an AED is what can restart the heart. The two work together, and one without the other is often […]

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CPR Requirements for Nursing and Dental Programs in Florida

A Student’s Guide to Clinical Compliance If you’re heading into a nursing or dental program in Florida, your CPR certification isn’t optional. It’s one of the first things your school will check before you’re cleared for clinicals. We see it all the time. Students are accepted into great programs, then get held up because their […]

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Safer Construction Sites Start with CPR and AED Training

Construction sites are among the most hazardous workplaces in America. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), approximately one in five workplace fatalities occurs in construction. While heavy equipment and fall hazards often receive the most attention, sudden medical emergencies remain a serious and often overlooked risk. Cardiac arrest, heart attack, stroke, electrocution, […]

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Ever considered a career in Nursing?

Ever Considered a Career in Nursing? Since the days of Clara Barton, a pioneer in modern nursing and humanitarian care, the profession of nursing has grown into one of the most respected and essential careers in healthcare. Nurses play a critical role in hospitals, clinics, emergency departments, surgical centers, and community healthcare programs. Healthcare systems […]

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CPR Certification for Capella University Nursing & Healthcare Students

Students enrolled in nursing and healthcare programs at Capella University are required to maintain current CPR certification as part of their clinical and program enrollment requirements. In-Pulse CPR proudly supports Capella students by offering American Heart Association–aligned CPR training that meets healthcare education standards. Which CPR Certification Do Capella Students Need? Capella University healthcare and […]

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