BLS
AHA BLS Provider
Format: Online + 60 min in person
Who it is forNurses, EMTs, physicians, dental teams, pharmacists and healthcare students.
- Online part
- Online course sold separately by the AHA
- BLS
- Heartsaver
- Red Cross
CPR Classes in Pasadena
CPR Pasadena teaches three blended CPR classes at 40 N Altadena Dr, Suite 102-B, in East Pasadena, near the Altadena Dr exit of I-210: AHA BLS Provider for healthcare workers, AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED for workplaces and the public, and Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED. You do the online part first, then 60 or 120 minutes in person. Every card is valid for 2 years.
40 N Altadena Dr, Suite 102-B, Pasadena, CA 91107 East Pasadena, near the Altadena Dr exit of I-210 and the Metro A Line
Blended learning
Online at your own pace first, then a short hands-on session.
60 or 120 minutes
In person: 60 minutes for AHA courses, 120 for Red Cross.
Valid for 2 years
AHA and Red Cross cards are issued after you pass.
Off I-210 in East Pasadena
40 N Altadena Dr, Suite 102-B, near the Altadena Dr exit.
Courses
Three courses, one East Pasadena classroom
Each course is blended: you finish the online part first, then come to 40 N Altadena Dr for a short hands-on skills session and test.
Heartsaver
AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
Format: Online + 60 min in person
Who it is forWorkplace responders, coaches, fitness trainers, security and anyone without a medical background.
- Online part
- Online course sold separately by the AHA
- Card
- AHA Heartsaver course completion card
- Valid for
- 2 years
Red Cross
Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid CPR AED
Format: Online + 120 min in person
Who it is forChildcare and education staff, coaches, nannies, camp staff and workplaces that ask for Red Cross.
- Online part
- Online course included
- Card
- Red Cross digital certificate
- Valid for
- 2 years
Which course
Which CPR class do I need?
Pick the course your employer, school or licensing office names. If they only say CPR, these are the usual fits.
| BLS | Heartsaver | Red Cross | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course | AHA BLS Provider | AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED | Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid CPR AED |
| Best for | Healthcare workers and students | Workplaces, coaches, trainers, security | Child care, schools, families, Red Cross employers |
| In person | 60 min in person | 60 min in person | 120 min in person |
| Online part | Online course sold separately by the AHA | Online course sold separately by the AHA | Online course included |
| Ages covered | Adult, child and infant | Adult CPR and first aid | Adult, child and infant |
| Valid for | 2 years | 2 years | 2 years |
How it works
How blended learning works
Blended learning splits a CPR course in two: the knowledge part online, at your own pace, and a short in-person session for the hands-on skills and test. It is the same card as a full classroom course.
- 1
Pick your course and date
Choose BLS, Heartsaver or Red Cross. The booking page opens right here on the site.
- 2
Do the online part
AHA courses: buy the online course from the AHA. Red Cross: the online course is included. Finish it before class.
- 3
Come in for the skills session
Hands-on practice on manikins and AED trainers at 40 N Altadena Dr, then the skills test: 60 minutes for AHA, 120 for Red Cross.
- 4
Get your card
Pass the skills test and your AHA card or Red Cross certificate is issued. It is valid for 2 years.
AHA BLS Provider
The online part is HeartCode BLS, sold separately by the American Heart Association, not by CPR Pasadena. You buy it from the AHA, complete it before your session, and bring the certificate of completion.
AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
The online part is the AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED online course, sold separately by the American Heart Association, not by CPR Pasadena. Complete it before your session and bring the certificate of completion.
Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid CPR AED
The Red Cross online part is included with your booking at CPR Pasadena. Complete it before your skills session date.
Quick answers
CPR, BLS, first aid and Red Cross certification in Pasadena
CPR classes in Pasadena
Our three CPR classes all run at 40 N Altadena Dr in East Pasadena. Healthcare workers take AHA BLS Provider. Everyone else takes AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED, or Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED when a course must cover children and infants. Each is blended: online first, then a short hands-on session.
Compare the coursesBLS certification in Pasadena
AHA BLS Provider is the American Heart Association course for healthcare providers. Complete HeartCode BLS online (sold separately by the AHA), then come in for a 60 minute skills session and test. The AHA BLS Provider card is valid for 2 years.
BLS certification detailsFirst aid, CPR and AED in Pasadena
AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED covers first aid, CPR and AED use for people outside healthcare: workplace responders, coaches, trainers and security. The online part is sold separately by the AHA, then the in-person session is 60 minutes. Valid for 2 years.
First aid CPR AED detailsRed Cross certification in Pasadena
Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid CPR AED covers first aid, CPR and AED for adults, children and infants. The Red Cross online part is included with your booking, then the in-person session is 120 minutes. The Red Cross digital certificate is valid for 2 years.
Red Cross certification detailsLocation
40 N Altadena Dr, Suite 102-B, East Pasadena
The classroom is on N Altadena Dr in East Pasadena, near the Altadena Dr exit of I-210. Two Metro A Line stations sit in the I-210 median in East Pasadena, Allen and Sierra Madre Villa, and Pasadena Transit Route 31 runs along Altadena Dr.
Address40 N Altadena Dr, Suite 102-B, Pasadena, CA 91107
By car on I-210
From the west (Glendale, SR-134, La Cañada Flintridge): I-210 eastbound, Exit 28, Altadena Dr / Sierra Madre Blvd. From the east (Arcadia, Monrovia): I-210 westbound, Exit 27B, Allen Ave (Exit 28 is an eastbound exit only).
SR-134 eastbound runs straight into I-210 eastbound in Pasadena, so drivers from Glendale and Eagle Rock stay on the freeway to Exit 28.
Metro A Line
- Allen (Allen/College)395 N Allen Ave, elevated in the I-210 median above Allen Ave
- Sierra Madre Villa149 N Halstead St, in the I-210 median at Sierra Madre Villa Ave, with a station parking garage and bus plaza
Both stations are on the Metro A Line. Use Metro's trip planner for the last part of the trip to 40 N Altadena Dr.
Buses
- Pasadena Transit 31Runs along Altadena Dr between Altadena and Sierra Madre Villa station
- Pasadena Transit 40Old Pasadena to Sierra Madre Villa station
- Metro 266, 268 and 487Connect at the Sierra Madre Villa station bus plaza
Parking
Parking details for 40 N Altadena Dr are not posted yet. If you need them before class, send a text and ask.
Areas we serve
Where our students come from
Every class is held at 40 N Altadena Dr. These pages explain the trip from each neighborhood and city, and the local hospitals, schools and employers that ask for each card.
San Gabriel Valley
- South Pasadena and San MarinoBLSHeartsaverRed Cross
- ArcadiaBLSHeartsaverRed Cross
- MonroviaBLSHeartsaverRed Cross
- Temple CityBLSHeartsaverRed Cross
- AlhambraBLSHeartsaverRed Cross
Pasadena and the foothills
- AltadenaBLSHeartsaverRed Cross
- Hastings RanchBLSHeartsaverRed Cross
- Sierra MadreBLSHeartsaverRed Cross
- La Cañada FlintridgeBLSHeartsaverRed Cross
Glendale and Northeast LA
- GlendaleBLSHeartsaverRed Cross
- Eagle RockBLSHeartsaverRed Cross
- Highland ParkBLSHeartsaverRed Cross
FAQ
CPR classes in Pasadena: your questions
Where are CPR classes held in Pasadena?
At 40 N Altadena Dr, Suite 102-B, Pasadena, CA 91107, in East Pasadena near the Altadena Dr exit of I-210. Every class and skills session is held there.
Which CPR class should I take?
If you work or study in healthcare, take AHA BLS Provider. If you need first aid and CPR for a job, a gym or a coaching role, take AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED. If your employer or licensing office asks for Red Cross, or you care for children, take Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED.
How long are the classes?
All three are blended. After the online part, the in-person skills session is about 60 minutes for AHA BLS and AHA Heartsaver, and about 120 minutes for Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED.
Is the online part included?
For the two AHA courses, no: the online part is sold separately by the American Heart Association. For the Red Cross course, yes: the online part is included with your booking.
How long is a CPR certification valid?
All three cards are valid for 2 years: the AHA BLS Provider card, the AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED card and the Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certificate.
When do I get my card?
Your card is issued after you pass the skills session, following American Heart Association and American Red Cross practice. AHA cards are issued by the AHA; Red Cross certificates are issued digitally by the Red Cross.
How do I get to 40 N Altadena Dr?
By car, take I-210 eastbound to Exit 28, Altadena Dr / Sierra Madre Blvd. That exit is eastbound only, so from I-210 westbound take Exit 27B, Allen Ave. By rail, the Metro A Line stops at Allen and at Sierra Madre Villa, both in the I-210 median in East Pasadena. By bus, Pasadena Transit Route 31 runs along Altadena Dr between Altadena and Sierra Madre Villa station.
How do I book?
Choose your course and press Book. The course booking page opens right here on the site, where you pick a date and pay. If it does not load, the link in the booking window opens it in a new tab.
Can I ask a question before booking?
Yes. Text (201) 355-5533. It is a text line, so send a message rather than calling.