How will I receive my certification?

We will email your PDF certification card to the address you provided immediately after you complete the course.

Is online training an approved way to earn a certification?

Yes. Training online is not only an approved way to earn your certification but also saves you time. Our clients range from nurses, dentists, physicians, chiropractors, teachers, foster parents, industrial workers, healthcare professionals, and many others. You are responsible for asking your employer if they accept online certifications.

How long is each course?

Courses range in duration as they are self-paced, but you can expect courses to take up to 2hrs.

What if I fail a quiz?

You may retry each quiz as many times as necessary to pass.

How long does my certification last?

Your certification lasts for two years.

Are your certificates approved by my employer and/or the state?

Our certification and coursework align with AHA and ECC/ILCOR guidelines. You are responsible for confirming with your employer whether they accept online certifications.

What are my payment options?

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I didn’t receive my certificate. How can I obtain it?

If you didn’t receive your Certificate, it’s possible the certificate was caught by your spam folder or blocked by a firewall. Please contact us and we’ll send you a copy of your certificate.

CPR for Different Ages: What Changes for Infants, Children, and Adults?

When a cardiac emergency occurs, knowing how to respond appropriately for the person’s age can make a lifesaving difference. While the goal of CPR and First Aid remains the same—keeping blood and oxygen circulating until help arrives—the specific techniques differ for infants, children, and adults.

At Health Solutions of America, we make age-specific CPR learning simple through our online CPR and First Aid certification courses. Here’s how CPR varies for each age group.

CPR for Infants (Under 1 Year)

Infant CPR requires gentle but effective compressions and small rescue breaths.

Steps:

Check for responsiveness and breathing. If there is no breathing or only gasping, begin CPR.
Compressions: Use two fingers in the center of the chest, just below the nipple line.
Depth: About 1.5 inches (4 cm)
Rate: 100–120 compressions per minute (similar to the beat of “Stayin’ Alive”)
Rescue Breaths: After 30 compressions, give 2 gentle breaths—just enough to make the chest rise.
Continue cycles of 30 compressions: 2 breaths until help arrives or the infant begins breathing again.

Key Tip: Be gentle but firm. The chest should rise with each breath, but avoid using excessive force.

CPR for Children (1 Year to Puberty)

Child CPR is similar to adult CPR, but with adjusted hand placement and compression depth.

Steps:

Check for responsiveness and breathing.
Compressions: Use one hand (or two if needed) in the center of the chest.
Depth: About 2 inches (5 cm)
Rate: 100–120 compressions per minute
Rescue Breaths: After 30 compressions, give 2 breaths that cause the chest to rise.
If two rescuers are present: Use a compression-to-breath ratio of 15:2.

Key Tip: Focus on strong, consistent compressions—firm enough to circulate blood, but not too deep.

CPR for Adults

Adult CPR requires strong, deep compressions with effective rescue breaths when trained to provide them.

Steps:

Check for responsiveness and call 911 or activate emergency services.
Compressions: Place two hands in the center of the chest.
Depth: At least 2 inches (5–6 cm)
Rate: 100–120 compressions per minute
Rescue Breaths: Give 2 breaths after every 30 compressions.
Continue until help or an AED arrives.

Key Tip: If you are not trained in rescue breathing, hands-only CPR (chest compressions only) is still lifesaving and encouraged until professionals arrive.

Why Age-Appropriate CPR Training Matters

Each age group requires different techniques to be safe and effective. Compressing too hard on an infant or not pushing deep enough on an adult can impact the success of CPR. Proper training prepares you to act confidently and skillfully in emergencies.

Health Solutions of America’s online CPR and First Aid courses are designed for everyone—from parents and caregivers to teachers, coaches, and healthcare professionals. Training materials include step-by-step demonstrations, real-life practice scenarios, and the ability to learn at your own pace.

Get CPR and First Aid Training Through Health Solutions of America

Emergencies are unpredictable—but being prepared makes the difference. With age-specific CPR training, you gain the skills and confidence to respond effectively, whether the person in need is an infant, child, or adult.

Health Solutions of America offers flexible online CPR and First Aid certification options for individuals and groups.