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Get CPR Certified Today!

Wichita State Campus Recreation cares deeply about the health and safety of our community. Our comprehensive CPR training taught by our certified instructors is specifically designed to equip employees with essential lifesaving skills. Sign up today and gain the confidence to act in critical situations.

Classes offered to Faculty & Staff
Fee: $50 per person (training and certification)

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Why Learn CPR?

Learning how to perform CPR properly takes just a few short hours, but it can change a life forever. Red Cross CPR training classes provide you with the essential information and skills needed to assist adults, children, and infants during cardiac emergencies. This knowledge can make the critical difference in saving a life when every second counts.

In a cardiac emergency, immediate action is crucial. Brain damage can begin within four to six minutes without oxygen, making your ability to perform CPR vital. By learning CPR, you gain the confidence and readiness to act swiftly, significantly increasing the chances of survival and recovery for the victim.

Why is CPR Important?

CPR should be used when you see someone who is unresponsive and is not breathing or only gasping. Having more bystanders trained in this simple skill can help save lives by putting more cardiac arrest victims within a few steps of lifesaving assistance.

Every Second Counts.

You may be wondering, "why learn CPR when I can just call 9-1-1?" While you should always call 9-1-1 first in the event of an emergency, it still takes rescuers some time to arrive at the scene. For every minute without intervention, the chance of survival drops for a person experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. CPR can significantly improve someone’s chance of surviving when bystanders take prompt action.

Anyone Can Learn It.

Another benefit of CPR is that this lifesaving training is for everyone. It only takes a few hours, and it can give you the skills and confidence to act in an emergency and help save a life. You'll find classes that are designed for the way you live and learn, with options available on weekdays and weekends in a variety of formats.