Pasco CPR & First Aid Training

06/07/2026

“I’m so nervous to take this class because I’m not a healthcare provider and I feel like I’m going to be the only one here who isn’t.”

A participant shared this with me before one of my recent CPR classes.

Honestly, it’s one of the most common concerns I hear.

Many people assume CPR classes are filled with nurses, doctors, EMTs, and other healthcare professionals. Because of that, they worry they’ll be out of place or won’t know enough to keep up.

The reality? There wasn’t a single healthcare provider in the class. 😊

The room was filled with parents, grandparents, teachers, childcare providers, coaches, and community members who simply wanted to learn how to help in an emergency.

You do NOT need a medical background to learn CPR.

In fact, most of the people who take my classes aren’t healthcare providers at all.

CPR and First Aid classes are designed for everyday people because most cardiac arrests happen outside of the hospital.

They happen in homes, workplaces, schools, restaurants, sporting events, and communities just like ours.

That’s why CPR isn’t just for healthcare professionals—it’s for parents, grandparents, teachers, coaches, babysitters, and everyday people who want to be prepared.

By the end of class, she was confidently performing CPR, using an AED, and asking great questions.

If you’ve been putting off learning CPR because you’re worried you’ll be the only non-medical person in the room, I promise you’re not alone. ❤️

Everyone starts somewhere.

Have you ever felt intimidated to take a CPR class because you weren’t in healthcare?

06/05/2026

AED Challenge Post

🚨 Quick Challenge:

Without Googling…

Do you know where the nearest AED is right now?

📍 At your workplace?
📍 At your child’s school?
📍 At your gym?
📍 At your neighborhood clubhouse?

Most people don’t.

An AED can’t help if nobody knows where to find it.

❤️ During CPR & AED Awareness Week, take a minute to locate the AEDs in the places you spend the most time.

💡 Bonus tip:

The free PulsePoint AED app can help you locate registered AEDs near you and even allows communities to add AED locations to help others during emergencies.

Have you ever noticed where the AED is in your favorite local businesses?

👇 Tell me where you’ve seen one recently!

06/04/2026

👶Your child may be old enough to babysit. But are they prepared for an emergency?🚨

Most parents focus on finding a responsible babysitter.

But confidence, good judgment, and emergency skills matter too.

In our American Red Cross Babysitter Training + CPR/AED & First Aid course, students learn:

✅ How to handle common babysitting situations
✅ What to do if a child is injured or becomes ill
✅ CPR, AED, and First Aid skills
✅ How to respond calmly in an emergency
✅ Leadership and communication skills

📅 Summer Class Dates:
• June 11
• July 7
• August 4

👧 Ages 11–15

Our first summer class is just one week away, and online coursework will be sent to registered students soon.

Register early to allow plenty of time to complete the blended learning portion before class day.

🔗 PascoCPRTraining.com

06/03/2026

National CPR & AED Awareness Week ❤️

Most people imagine saving a stranger's life.

The reality? Most cardiac arrests happen at home.

If you ever perform CPR, there's a good chance it will be on someone you know and love.

Who would you want to be ready to save?
❤️ Your spouse
❤️ Your child
❤️ Your parent
❤️ Your best friend

Learning CPR doesn't require you to be a healthcare provider.

It makes you prepared when someone you love needs you most.

Would you know what to do?

05/31/2026

☀️ Summer Babysitter Training classes are officially underway!

Our June 11 class is starting soon! Register now before it’s full!

This hands-on class is designed for tweens & teens ages 11–15 and includes:
❤️ CPR & AED
❤️ First Aid
❤️ Emergency response
❤️ Babysitting skills
❤️ Confidence-building real-life scenarios

Perfect for:
✔ Future babysitters
✔ Kids staying home alone
✔ Older siblings helping care for younger children

📍Classes held in Land O’ Lakes, FL
✅ Step Up For Students Direct Pay Approved Provider

Upcoming class dates:
☀️ June 11
☀️ July 7
☀️ August 4

Register now:
🌐 pascocprtraining.com

05/30/2026

Spent this morning with a great group of community members training on lifesaving CPR, AED, and First Aid skills ❤️

One of my favorite parts of today’s class was seeing multiple family pairs attend together, including parents training alongside their children and even a husband and wife team learning side-by-side. It was such a great reminder that these are skills the whole family can learn and feel confident using together.

From CPR skills and AED practice to emergency response scenarios, everyone worked hard and did an amazing job today 👏

Our community is a little safer tonight because of this group, and I’m so grateful for each person who took the time to come learn these important skills.

Thank you all for spending your Saturday with Pasco CPR & First Aid Training ☀️

05/26/2026

☀️ Summer classes officially kick off this week at Pasco CPR & First Aid Training!

Upcoming classes:
• May 30 Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid — currently closed for registration/full, but feel free to reach out to be added to the waitlist in case spots open up
• June 11 Babysitter Training — only a couple spots left
• July 7 Babysitter Training
• July 11 Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid — only 2 spots remaining
• August 4 Babysitter Training — limited spots available

Classes are held in Land O’ Lakes, FL and include hands-on training with American Red Cross certification courses.

Step Up For Students Direct Pay approved provider ✅

Registration info can be found on our Facebook events page or at pascocprtraining.com

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day 🇺🇸

Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day from Pasco CPR & First Aid Training.

05/21/2026

🌊Water Safety Tip for National Water Safety Month 🌊

One of the biggest mistakes people make during a water emergency is immediately jumping in to try to rescue someone. Even strong swimmers can quickly become victims themselves when a panicked person grabs onto them in the water.

🛟 Reach or throw, don’t go.

If someone is struggling in the water:
✔️ Call for help or call 911
✔️ Reach with a towel, pole, or object if possible
✔️ Throw something that floats
✔️ Avoid entering the water unless you are trained to do so safely

As we head into summer here in Florida, this is such an important reminder for families spending time around pools, beaches, lakes, and boats ☀️

Water safety awareness, supervision, swim lessons, and CPR training all work together to help prevent tragedies.

You might feel tempted to jump in after seeing someone struggling in the water, but that can put you in danger, too. A panicked swimmer can accidentally pull you under. Instead, remember these steps:

- Shout to get the attention of a lifeguard, if one is nearby.
- If there is no lifeguard, call 911 or tell someone else to call.
- Reach out with an object — such as a stick or towel — and pull the person to safety.
- Throw a floating object — like a buoy or life jacket — to help them stay afloat.