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  • March 26, 2024

CDS to present CPR/BLS courses on May 31

  • Date: Friday, May 31 (two sessions)
  • Times: 9 – 12 a.m.; 1 – 4 p.m. 
  • Where: Hyatt Schaumburg, 1800 E. Golf Rd., Schaumburg
  • Credits: 3 CE per session
  • Course instructor: Vickie Onesti
  • Cost: $80 per person. Pay at the door, check or credit card.

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 Course description:

The BLS/CPR AED Training is a two-year certification program developed by the American Heart Association. Attendees will learn how to recognize a cardiac arrest, know when and how to call for assistance, provide effective compressions and rescue breathing, properly use an AED machine, and successfully handle choking emergencies in order to save the lives of adults, children and infants.  The training includes the use of life-like, state-of-the-art manikins, practice exercises with AEDs and Covid-19 Safety Training. A 2024 CPR/AED 2-year certification card, digital booklet, reminder card and mouth barrier are provided upon completion.

Learning objectives:

  • Recognize a cardiac arrest, call for help, provide effective compressions and rescue breathing
  • Effectively use an AED machine and manage choking emergencies

About our speaker:

Vickie Onesti has been educating corporations, communities, schools, universities and other organizations for more than 35 years. As the owner of a national CPR AED and emergency first aid training and certification company, Vickie finds joy in discovering ways to educate and enhance the lives of everyone she meets. It is Vickie's personal mission in life to empower individuals with the skills to recognize cardiac arrest, master compression and breathing techniques, effectively use an AED machine, and confidently respond to various emergency situations with calmness.

CE certification will be emailed after completion.

No refunds for cancellations after May 24. For refund information, contact Lisa Hosley.

No commercial support.
No financial conflicts of interest for this program.