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Get Your CPR Certification in St. Cloud!

  • ✅ 100% In-Person & Hands-On: No online modules required before you arrive.
  • ✅ Rapid eCard Delivery: Official AHA cards issued same-day or by the next business day.
  • ✅ All-Inclusive Pricing: Your required $20 AHA Student Workbook is included at no extra cost.

Based on Park Avenue South, In-Pulse CPR serves as the region’s premier American Heart Association–approved training hub. We provide elite, hands-on BLS and CPR classes designed for the “Medical City” workforce. Our certifications are the gold standard for healthcare providers and students throughout the Stearns County area.

Accepted by Leading Regional Institutions

Our courses meet the rigorous compliance standards for Central Minnesota’s largest employers and academic programs:

  • CentraCare Health System: The primary choice for nurses and staff at the Regional Hospital and CentraCare Plaza.
  • St. Cloud State University (SCSU): Meeting the BLS requirements for Huskies nursing students and athletic faculty.
  • St. Cloud Technical & Community College (SCTCC): Essential certification for Practical Nursing (LPN) and EMS tracks.
  • VA Health Care System: Conveniently located for federal medical staff requiring rapid recertification.
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150,000+
Students Trained

AHA Authorized Training Center

  • Class Length: 3–3.5 hours
  • Format: 100% In-person learning (No online component required)
  • Ages: Adults, Children, and Infants
  • Certification: Official AHA BLS CPR & AED eCard — Issued same-day
  • Approved: Meets all MN OSHA and employer requirements

Can’t find a date in St. Cloud?

Check availability at our other local sites:

  • Albertville – Conveniently located at the Country Inn & Suites.
  • Elk River – Serving Wright and Sherburne County.
  • Anoka – Our North Metro training hub.

hands-on cpr training

American Heart Association CPR & First Aid Classes Offered in St. Cloud

BLS for Healthcare Providers
Designed for nurses, EMTs, dental teams, medical students, and other clinical professionals.

CPR & AED Training
Ideal for educators, childcare staff, workplace teams, and anyone who wants lifesaving skills.

First Aid Education
Focuses on responding to injuries, sudden illnesses, and common environmental emergencies.

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WHY CHOOSE IN-PULSE CPR

Professional AHA Training Standards

  • ✅ Same-Day eCards: Official AHA BLS & CPR cards issued by the next business day—guaranteed.
  • ✅ Clinical Acceptance: Fully accepted by St. Cloud State University and all CentraCare facilities.
  • ✅ Hands-On Mastery: Practice with high-fidelity feedback equipment led by local medical professionals.
  • ✅ Student-First Pricing: Required AHA Workbook is included at no extra cost.

Our classroom on Park Avenue South serves as the primary training destination for the Stearns, Benton, and Sherburne county region. We offer flexible evening and weekend sessions to accommodate the demanding shift schedules of the local healthcare workforce.

Location: Rasmussen University

226 Park Avenue South
St. Cloud, MN 56301

Landmarks: Across from Barden Park and the SCSU campus.

We have two convenient classroom locations in St. Cloud.

Option 1: Rasmussen University

226 Park Avenue South
St. Cloud, MN 56301

Landmarks: Near Bolder Tap House and House of Pizza.

Professional Central MN Training: Our St. Cloud healthcare classes are held at Rasmussen University, located at 226 Park Avenue South. This campus is a focal point of the local medical district, situated just blocks from the Mississippi River and within walking distance of the Bolder Tap House and House of Pizza. With modern classroom facilities and easy off-street parking, it is the top choice for nursing and health science students from Sartell and Waite Park.

St Cloud Rasmussen location

Option 2: Country Inn & Suites

235 Park Ave S
St. Cloud, MN 56301

Landmarks: Directly across from Rasmussen University.

Accessible Community Training: We also offer regular certification at this secondary site, positioned directly next to the local university campus and less than a mile from the Crossroads Center mall. This location is incredibly easy to find for students traveling via I-94 or Highway 15, serving as the primary hub for residents of St. Joseph, Cold Spring, and Sauk Rapids.

AHA CPR training at Country Inn St. Cloud West

Why Choose Our South Metro CPR Classes?

  • 🏆 100% In-Person Training: No boring online modules or “blended” pre-work. Complete your certification in one sitting at our Yankee Doodle Road area classrooms.
  • ⚡ Fast Certification: Official AHA eCards are typically issued the same day or next business day.
  • 📖 No Hidden Costs: Every student receives a free $20 AHA workbook to keep.

Stop searching for “CPR near me” and join the thousands of professionals who certify with In-Pulse CPR at our convenient training sites near I-35E and the Premium Outlets.

Need workplace CPR certification for your team?
In-Pulse CPR provides OSHA-compliant onsite CPR, AED, First Aid, and BLS training delivered directly at your business by certified instructors.

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Nearby Employers, Schools & Organizations We Serve

The “Medical City” of Central Minnesota is a powerhouse for healthcare and education. With our training sites on Park Avenue South, we are the primary destination for the workforce that keeps the Stearns, Benton, and Sherburne county region running.

Healthcare & Medical Professionals (AHA BLS)

We are the top-tier certification provider for the 6,500+ employees of the CentraCare system and the regional federal medical community. We frequently certify:

  • CentraCare – Regional Hospital: Located just up the river, we serve their nurses, residents, and specialized cardiac teams.

  • VA Health Care System: Providing essential BLS for federal healthcare staff at the local veteran’s medical center.

  • Specialty Clinics: Including the CentraCare Plaza, St. Benedict’s Community, and the Heart & Vascular Center.

  • Sartell & Sauk Rapids Providers: Convenient for staff from Williams Integracare and regional outpatient surgery hubs.

  • Midwest Dermatology & Eye Associates: Serving specialty care teams throughout the Central Minnesota corridor.

Education, Childcare & Community Safety

Our classes satisfy strict state safety requirements for:

  • District 742 Schools: Training faculty from Apollo High School, Tech High, and local elementary campuses.

  • Northern Suburbs (ISD 748 & 47): Supporting educators in Sartell and Sauk Rapids-Rice.

  • Regional Childcare Centers: Including New Horizon Academy, Playhouse Child Care, and Little Puzzlers.

  • YMCA & Local Government: Social workers, probation officers, and aquatic staff from the nearby Stearns County Government Center.

Medical, Nursing & Professional Students

We are the primary off-campus site for students completing clinicals at:

  • Rasmussen University (Regional Campus): A powerhouse for Nursing and Medical Assisting students.

  • Huskies & SCTCC Students: Serving the St. Cloud State nursing program and Technical & Community College EMS tracks.

  • St. Ben’s & St. John’s: Preferred certification site for nursing students on rotation in the local medical hub.