Frequently Asked Questions

What national agency do you use to issue certification cards?
Although many of our instructors are authorized to issue certification cards from several different agencies, all of our instructors are required to be authorized American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) instructors.  Since all training programs from the different agencies cover the same basic information, it is best to standardize on one.  ASHI is nationally recognized and has the advantage of allowing us to offer lower cost training . AHA certification cards are normally available at additional cost.

How long will my CPR certification be good?
We normally issue a card that expires two years from the date of the training.  Recertification classes are available if you feel you need refresher training at any time during this two years.   If your company requires annual certification just let us know you need your card to expire in one year.

I lost my certification card. Can I get a new one?
Yes, contact your instructor or EMRT to have a duplicate card issued. The fee for each duplicate card is $5.00. The duplicate card will have the same issue and expiration dates as the original.

Where do you offer your classes?
We can come to you and teach in your facility. Staff instructors are available in central Pennsylvania, and referrals are available in all 50 states.  If you are just looking for training for yourself or have a very small group and don't have your own classroom available you can join one of our regularly scheduled classes.

Am I at risk of legal liability if I perform first aid or CPR on another person?
If you perform only the skills you are qualified to perform in an emergency without compensation you are protected by good samaritin laws. Airlines and Amusement Parks have been found negligent for not properly training employees to provide emergency care and for failing to have medical equipment, including a defibrillator on-site.  Liability NOW exists when you FAIL to provide appropriate care to your guests, visitors, employees and clients!

Are ASHI training programs recognized and credible
Yes. ASHI programs are based on sound medical and educational guidelines and principles and have been reviewed by experts in a related field. ASHI has established and continuously maintains an accreditation system for all of its programs, which are widely recognized , endorsed, accepted, or approved by national and state authorities.

Have ASHI programs been externally reviewed, approved, or accredited?
Yes. ASHI programs have been reviewed and approved by numerous state regulatory agencies. Both CPR Pro and ASHI ACLS - our professional level resuscitation courses - have been accredited by the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS ).

Will EMS professionals receive continuing education credit for successfully completing ASHI CPR Pro?
Yes. CE credit will be awarded to any Pennsylvania First Responder, EMT, EMT-P, or PHRN participating in CPR Pro and other certain ASHI programs sponsored by EMRT. Although Pennsylvania does not allow credit hours to be awarded for CPR, credit can be awarded for training that is normally incorporated into the ASHI CPR Pro course. Course 000001 – CPR—Meeting Regulatory Requirements is submitted and is worth 0 credit hours. Credit hours are normally awarded for additional modules such as AED or Bloodborne Pathogens.

So just who exactly has officially recognized ASHI programs?  Do you have a list?
The American Safety & Health Institute Programs have been reviewed by and meet the guidelines of the Department of Labor, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (DOL/OSHA) and Department of Transportation, United States Coast Guard (DOT/USGC). Additionally, the following is a sample list of agencies, organizations, or associations that have contributed, reviewed, approved, and/or accepted ASHI Programs. This list is growing faster than it can be updated here so this is not a complete list.