Community CPR training empowers everyday people to step in with confidence when it matters most. With hands-on instruction in CPR, AED use, and First Aid, you gain practical, life-saving skills that can turn panic into action and uncertainty into leadership. Because in an emergency, the most important help is often the person standing right there.
At LBW Training Center, an American Heart Association Training Site serving Arizona for over 25 years, we provide engaging, user-friendly Community CPR courses designed to build real-world confidence.
STOP THE BLEED – Call for pricing, approx. 1-2 hours
The Basic Bleeding Control program consists of both video content and samples of hands-on training with the supplies the student should learn. Based on recommendations from the Hartford Consensus and the American College of Surgeons, all instruction given is drawn from widely accepted treatment guidelines and procedures. This course is taught by Trauma nurses with over 20 years experience!
- Interactive Instruction: Consists of both video content and hands-on training
- Video provides consistent visual instruction for correct usage of important supplies
- Based on widely-accepted recommendations from leading organizations in the bleeding control field
- 19 minutes of video instruction
- Video provides standardization across all levels of training
- Pauses for review and prompts for skill training
- Average class takes only 60-90 minutes!
Please call 602-283-0079 to inquire about course dates and to schedule your class.
Family & Friends CPR – $200 (up to 8 participants) approx. 2-3 hours
The Family & Friends CPR course is for individuals who want to learn CPR skills but do not need a certification card. This program is ideal for parents, grandparents, babysitters, caregivers, and anyone interested in knowing how to respond during a cardiac or choking emergency.
Participants will learn how to perform hands-only CPR for adults, children, and infants, as well as how to assist someone who is choking. The course focuses on building confidence and awareness so that community members feel prepared to act in an emergency.
Heartsaver® CPR AED – $60, approx. 3-4 hours
Our Heartsaver® CPR AED course teaches participants how to perform high-quality CPR and properly use an automated external defibrillator (AED) for adults, children, and infants. This program is for individuals who may need CPR certification for their workplace or volunteer roles.
Throughout the course, students will learn how to recognize cardiac arrest, activate emergency response systems, deliver chest compressions, and safely use an AED. By the end of the training, participants will feel confident providing immediate assistance during a cardiac emergency.
Heartsaver® First Aid – $60, approx. 3.5-6 hours
OurHeartsaver® First Aid course provides essential skills to manage common injuries and sudden illnesses until professional medical help arrives. This training is useful for teachers, childcare providers, coaches, workplace safety teams, and anyone responsible for others' safety.
Participants will learn how to respond to situations such as bleeding, burns, allergic reactions, fractures, and environmental emergencies. The course emphasizes practical techniques that can be applied in real-life situations to stabilize an individual and prevent further injury.
Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED – $80 (Best Value), approx. 6-8 hours
Our Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED course includes first aid training, CPR, and AED instruction in one comprehensive program. This course is especially beneficial for individuals who need full certification for workplace requirements or want a well-rounded understanding of emergency response.
Students will learn how to respond to medical emergencies, properly administer CPR for adults, children, and infants, use an AED, and provide care for a variety of injuries and illnesses. The training equips participants with a comprehensive set of life-saving skills to help protect family members, coworkers, and community members.
Benefits of Community CPR
Community CPR training equips everyday individuals with the knowledge and confidence to act quickly during life-threatening emergencies.
Key benefits include:
- Faster response in emergencies: Immediate CPR can double or triple survival rates of sudden cardiac arrest.
- Increased confidence: Hands-on practice helps you stay calm and focused under pressure.
- AED familiarity: Learn how to properly use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in real-world scenarios.
- First Aid knowledge: Gain practical skills to respond to choking, bleeding, burns, and other common emergencies.
- Safer workplaces and communities: Trained individuals create a stronger safety net at schools, offices, gyms, churches, and public events.
- Valuable certification: Earn an American Heart Association certification recognized nationwide.
Candidates for Community CPR
Community CPR is designed for non-healthcare professionals who want to be prepared for emergencies at home, work, or in public settings. No prior medical experience is required.
This course is ideal for:
- Parents, grandparents, and caregivers
- Teachers, school staff, and childcare providers
- Coaches, fitness instructors, and personal trainers
- Corporate employees and workplace safety teams
- Church leaders and community volunteers
- Security personnel and first responders in non-medical roles
- Anyone who wants to feel prepared in an emergency
Whether you're required to be certified for your job or want peace of mind for your family and community, Community CPR training provides essential, life-saving skills that anyone can learn.
Why Choose LBW Training Center
Serving Arizona since 1999, LBW Training Center has built a trusted reputation for excellence in life-saving education. As an official American Heart Association Training Site, we provide high-quality, up-to-date instruction led by experienced healthcare professionals who understand the real-world demands of emergency response. Our courses are engaging, practical, and confidence-building, so you leave prepared, not overwhelmed.
Convenient daily classes and multiple locations across Arizona make them easy to fit into your schedule. Founded by Lynn Browne-Wagner, RN, MSN, who brings more than 40 years of educational experience, LBW Training Center combines expertise, accessibility, and a supportive learning environment to ensure every student gains the skills they need to act decisively when it matters most.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need certification to perform CPR?
No, you do not need certification to perform CPR in an emergency. If someone's life is at risk, taking action immediately can make a critical difference. However, formal CPR training and certification provide hands-on practice and the confidence needed to respond quickly and correctly.
How long does a CPR certification last?
Most CPR certifications, including those issued by the American Heart Association, are valid for two years. After that, you will need to complete a renewal course to maintain your certification and stay up to date with the latest guidelines.
How do I know if someone needs CPR?
A person may need CPR if they collapse, are unresponsive, are not breathing, or are only gasping for air. In these situations, immediate CPR and calling for emergency assistance are critical.
What should I do before starting CPR?
First, check the scene for safety, then check if the person is responsive and breathing. If they are unresponsive and not breathing normally, call 911 (or have someone else call) and begin CPR.
When should I call 911 during an emergency?
You should call 911 as soon as you recognize a serious emergency, such as someone being unresponsive, not breathing, choking, or experiencing severe injury or illness. If others are nearby, have someone call while you begin helping the person.
What should I do if I am afraid of doing CPR incorrectly?
It is normal to feel nervous, but taking action is usually better than doing nothing. CPR training helps build confidence so you can respond effectively, and emergency dispatchers can guide you through the steps if needed.
Is it better to try CPR or wait for emergency responders?
It is better to start CPR right away. Immediate CPR can help keep blood and oxygen flowing until emergency medical professionals arrive.
Get Life-Saving Confidence with Community CPR in Tempe, AZ
Ready to acquire the skills and confidence to act in an emergency? Contact us today at 602-283-0079 to inquire about upcoming course dates and schedule your Community CPR class.
