Purcellville Public Safety Center
Public Education CPR Classes
Courses for the general public: (a class participation card is given at the end of the class, but is not considered a "credential.")
- CPR for Family and Friends. This course targets all lay rescuers, such as school children, family members of patients at risk for sudden cardiac death, and other laypersons who want to learn rescue skills for loved ones. The course teaches rescuers skills in CPR and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (FBAO/choking). It presents information about the AHA adult Chain of Survival and signs of heart attack, cardiac arrest, stroke and choking in adults. The text includes information about healthy heart living and action to reduce risk of cardiovascular disease in adults. The course also present information about the AHA pediatric infant and child Chain of Survival, signs of choking in infants and children, prevention of sudden infant syndrome (SIDS) and prevention of the most common fatal injuries in infants and children. We usually teach the full class (both adult and pediatric modules) which takes about a half day.
Courses for persons seeking a credential: (a two-year credential is awarded upon successful completion of the Skills Demonstration and Written Test, administered at the end of the class.)
- Heartsaver CPR. This course is designed to teach CPR and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (FBAO) to all lay rescuers, particularly those who are expected to respond to emergencies in the workplace. Participants include security guards, firefighters, police and other lay responders. Although the course may be used to teach CPR to all lay rescuers, it is specifically designed for lay rescuers who are required to obtain a course completion card--a credential--documenting completion of a CPR course. All rescuers are trained in CPR and relief of FBAO (choking). We again, usually teach both adult and pediatric portions which takes about six hours.
- Heartsaver First Aid with CPR and AED. This course is designed to teach rescuers the knowledge and psychomotor skills they need to recognize emergencies at the worksite and give first aid. Some rescuers are required to take this course as part of their employer's effort to comply with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations. For others, whose work may involve interaction with the public, such as scout leaders, law enforcement officers, firefighters, flight attendants and lifeguards, taking this course may be a requirement of their job description. This can be taught in three modules which can take from 4 to 8 hours to instruct.
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS for HCP). This course is designed to teach the skills of CPR for victims of all ages (including ventilation with a barrier device, a bag-mask device and oxygen), use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (FBAO). It is intended for participants who provide health care to patients in a wide variety of settings, including in-hospital and out-of-hospital settings. These healthcare providers may include (but are not limited to) physicians, nurses, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, respiratory therapists, physical and occupational therapists, physician's assistants, residents or fellows or medical or nursing students in training, aides, medical or nursing assistants, and other allied health personnel. The course is also designed for anyone who is required to take a health-care provider course for employment. Proficiency in the skills of this course is a prerequisite for AHA advanced courses in resuscitation, including advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS), pediatric advanced life support (PALS), and BLS instructor courses. This course normally takes a full day.
Costs:
CPR Class Costs (PVRS is a non-profit organization which may make this a tax-deductible expense. See your CPA for guidance.)
The instruction we offer is free, as all of our instructors are volunteers. We charge only for the courseware and disposable materials. The costs proscribed below are for classes performed at the Purcellville Public Safety Center by the Purcellville Volunteer Rescue Squad. An additional fee of $5 per person will be added for classes taught off-site.
CPR/Family & Friends: $25
Heartsaver CPR: $35
Heartsaver First Aid with CPR and AED: $45
CPR/Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers: $45
Schedule:
2010 CPR Class Schedule
1. Heartsaver CPR with AED. 4/10/10. 0900-1200. 12-person limit. $45 donation asked.
Other classes added upon request.
We can also teach at your site, if you desire and the class is large enough. Please email Trina Ihle: info@purcellvillerescue.org with your request.
CPR Training Location:
All pre-scheduled classes are held in the Purcellville Public Safety Center’s
Training Room located at:
500 North Maple Avenue, Purcellville, VA 20132
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Signup:
If you are interested in registering for our next CPR class, fill out the application and submit. After you fill out and submit your application, please mail a check, appropriate for the class (see COSTS) payable to: Purcellville Volunteer Rescue Squad and mail to:
Purcellville Volunteer Rescue Squad
c/o Public Education - CPR (Trina Ihle)
500 North Maple Avenue
Purcellville, VA 20132
Courses fill up fast, so please apply early. Registration deadline is 1-week prior to class date. Confirmations will be sent via email. If the course is full, you will be placed on a waiting list for the next available class. Refunds will be sent, if requested, prior to the class deadline.
These courses involve kneeling on the floor while performing rescue skills on manikins. Please check with your physician if you have any doubts about taking a class in CPR. Please dress accordingly.
You may also contact us by phone with any questions you may have.
540-338-4706