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ProTrainings Course Approvals

Many courses are approved because we teach the required content for the topic (e.g. HIPAA, Bloodborne Pathogens, etc..). 

However, did you know that for CPR and First Aid, there is not a single approving organization? The guidelines used to create curriculum are provided by the AHA ECC and ILCOR. Additionally, CPR and First Aid requirements are typically established at the state level by regulatory boards, employers, or industry-specific accrediting bodies. 

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How Do CPR Approvals Work?

CPR Certification Acceptance

The entity that sets your CPR requirements, such as a national organization, state governing board, or employer, will have different standards in order for your CPR certification to be counted toward your requirement. Some entities have a specific approval process, while others have a simpler acceptance process.

While not as rigorous as the approval process, most organizations look for a few key educational standards to be met and accept certifications rather than developing a formal approval process.

Obtaining Organizational Approval

Some organizations have strict policies regarding the CPR courses they will approve as CPR certification providers. In such cases, your organization may choose to do a thorough evaluation of the CPR course content, as well as an audit of the CPR trainer, the techniques taught in the CPR course, the process of recording certifications, as well as any other components of the educational process.

ProTrainings has worked directly with organizations such as the US Coast Guard, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), and many others to obtain specific approval for professionals overseen by these organizations so that their professionals can complete their CPR certification via an online or blended program with ProTrainings.
LAYERS OF APPROVAL -- ACCREDITATION: A lengthy and rigorous process where a CPR training provider’s educational process and course materials are reviewed. This results in a stamp of approval on the training provider rather than a specific course. APPROVAL: A lengthy process of reviewing and evaluating a specific training course, culminating in an explicit course approval, and adding the training provider to a list of “approved” course providers. ACCEPTANCE: A review of enough course materials to determine that a course meets the pre-designated requirements of the organization.
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Some of the Organizations that Approve or Accept ProTrainings Courses:
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration

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National Academy of Sports Medicine

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Academy of General Dentistry

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Commission on Accreditation for Pre-…

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Postgraduate Institute for Medicine

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Athletics & Fitness Association of America

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Dental Assisting National Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many tries do I get to pass the CPR test?

After watching the training videos, you should do just fine on the test. That said, you may retake the CPR test as many times as you need to pass it at no additional cost. The test questions change each time, making no two tests identical.

Is a ProTrainings CPR certification approved by the American Heart Association (AHA)?

No, the AHA only approves their own branded courses. However, ProTrainings is an independent provider that adheres strictly to the current ECC (Emergency Cardiovascular Care) and ILCOR (International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation) guidelines. This alignment ensures our certifications meet the same rigorous standards required by most regulatory bodies and employers nationwide.

Can I use ProTrainings' CPR courses for my job?

In most cases, yes. ProTrainings is accepted by thousands of employers and regulatory boards nationwide because our courses adhere to current ECC and ILCOR guidelines. Since requirements can vary by workplace, we recommend confirming with your employer that our courses meet their specific policies.

Letter of Accreditation

You can give our letter of accreditation to your employer if they have any questions about ProTrainings' credentials. It has the information needed to ensure that our course meets workplace standards.

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Compliance Packet

You can give our compliance packet to your compliance department or education board. It contains extensive information on course content, training methods, current approvals and more.

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