• AED Certification in Tennessee

    At the Red Cross, we believe in empowering people of all walks of life to provide compassionate care when, and where, it's needed most. And for more than a century, we've been doing just that. Through our science-based courses, including our AED training in Tennessee, as well as our first aid, CPR, babysitting courses, and more, we can help you gain the skills and confidence needed to elevate your career, help others during times of need, and get more from all that you do. Explore the classes available in your area – and discover the many ways to train with the American Red Cross.

    In cases of sudden cardiac arrest, an automated external defibrillator (AED) is the only effective treatment for restoring a regular heart rhythm. Unfortunately, the average response time for first responders once 911 is called is 8 to 12 minutes, and for each minute that defibrillation is delayed, the chance of survival is reduced by approximately 10 percent. This means that the person suffering from sudden cardiac arrest needs your help – now. And if you don't know how or when to use an AED, waiting for emergency responders could prove catastrophic.

    Learning how to use an AED properly can mean all the difference to someone in need. That's one of the many reasons we make taking AED classes in Tennessee simple. With in-person, online, and blended Simulation Learning courses that combine online class work with an in-person skills session, you can learn how to use an AED when, and how, it suits you best. Check out the classes available, and earn your Tennessee AED certification.

    If having an OSHA-compliant certification isn't required for your job or a volunteer position, then gaining your AED certification online in Tennessee is an option. Our online courses deliver the same lecture material and information as our other classes, but instead of using an in-person skills session to test your knowledge, you'll complete a series of interactive activities that will challenge your judgement and help you understand how and when to use an AED. Find details on all of our online AED classes, and sign up for your training in minutes.

    AED recertification in Tennessee is easy with The American Red Cross. Designed for current certificate holders, our program not only allows you to renew your AED certification in an abbreviated class, but with if you're a nurse, first responder, social worker, teacher or other professional who needs to earn continuing education credits, we can help. The Red Cross is approved to award CEUs in Preparedness and Health and Safety Services courses, such as CPR/First Aid/AED, CNA training, swimming and water safety, lifeguarding, and more. Browse our complete list of eligible CEU training, and schedule your AED recertification.

    When you sign up for classes with the American Red Cross, you'll gain access to world-class training developed by professionals who are at the top of their fields. Because all of our classes are created under the guidance of the Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council, a panel of more than 50 nationally recognized experts from a variety of scientific, medical, and academic disciplines, our courses not only align with the latest evidence-based knowledge in science and medicine, but adhere to relevant industry standards and guidelines. Locally, our instructor teams are comprised of trained, knowledgeable professionals who can help you understand why specific practices have developed, how to use them properly, and answer all of your questions – so you're comfortable with the information and techniques you've learned in class. To earn your AED certification in Tennessee, enroll in a Red Cross class in your area.