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Gain essential lifesaving skills with Floridian Mermaid & Swim’s blended American Red Cross first aid and CPR course in Port St. Lucie. Prepare yourself for emergencies involving children and adults alike with certified instructors guiding hands-on training.
Gain essential lifesaving skills with Floridian Mermaid & Swim’s blended American Red Cross first aid and CPR course in Port St. Lucie. Prepare yourself for emergencies involving children and adults alike with certified instructors guiding hands-on training.
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In the heart of Florida’s Treasure Coast lies Port St. Lucie, a city known for its sun-soaked waterways and thriving outdoor communities. It’s here that Floridian Mermaid & Swim steps beyond traditional adventure offerings by providing a vital course in American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED certification. This isn’t just a checklist item; it’s a critical skill set designed for anyone who spends time outdoors or works with kids and adults in active environments.
The experience is structured as a blended learning format, combining interactive online modules with an essential hands-on training session. The online portion, completed at your own pace, covers foundational knowledge with engaging videos, quizzes, and real-life scenario walkthroughs. Following this, you’ll attend a focused in-person session where certified instructors guide you through lifesaving techniques on mannequins—from administering CPR to deploying an AED and managing choking or bleeding emergencies across age groups.
Floridian Mermaid & Swim’s course stands out because it caters to a broad audience: parents, coaches, camp staff, teachers, and everyday adventurers in the region. Port St. Lucie’s landscape, framed by lush wetlands, rivers, and coastal ecosystems, fosters a lifestyle full of boating, fishing, hiking, and water sports—activities where prompt first aid can make a significant difference.
Completing this course equips you with a nationally recognized, OSHA-compliant certification valid for two years. The focus on pediatric and adult emergencies ensures comprehensive readiness, proving invaluable amid Florida’s busy outdoor and family-centered environments. This training not only enhances personal confidence but also contributes to community safety, reinforcing Floridian Mermaid & Swim’s integral role in the region’s active lifestyle scene.
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3 hours total (online + in-person).
No special fitness required; participants must be able to kneel and perform compressions on a mannequin.
Anyone aged 11 and older who wants to learn lifesaving first aid, CPR, and AED skills can enroll.
The American Red Cross certificate is valid for two years after successful completion.
Yes, the online training must be completed prior to attending the hands-on skills portion.
You will need to retake the skills session to receive certification; meeting all standards is required.
Yes, it meets OSHA requirements and is suitable for daycare providers, coaches, teachers, and emergency personnel.
Participants should be able to kneel and perform compressions on an adult mannequin during the skill session.
Port St. Lucie developed rapidly from a small agricultural town to a city focused on outdoor recreation and coastal conservation since the 1950s.
Local efforts focus on protecting wetlands and water quality, vital for maintaining ecosystem health and safe recreational waters.
Floridian Mermaid & Swim in Port St. Lucie, Florida offers American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid, CPR & AED training. The program combines interactive online learning with hands-on, instructor-led sessions to prepare participants to respond to first aid emergencies across the lifespan. Training covers adult and pediatric first aid, CPR techniques, and AED use, emphasizing practical skills that can be applied in real-world situations. Certified instructors deliver the curriculum following American Red Cross standards. Participants complete online modules before attending hands-on practice to reinforce muscle memory and decision-making under supervision. The course culminates in a nationally recognized Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification upon successful completion, providing documented proof of competence for workplaces, volunteer roles, and personal preparedness. Adults, caregivers, and professionals who need a recognized credential can benefit from this blended format. The mix of online and hands-on instruction supports flexible scheduling while ensuring that learners gain the tactile practice necessary for effective chest compressions, rescue breaths, and safe AED operation. Floridian Mermaid & Swim emphasizes clear, practical teaching grounded in the American Red Cross curriculum. The combination of interactive coursework and supervised practice promotes confidence and readiness to act in emergencies. Course materials and certification reflect national standards, and instruction focuses on measurable skills and real-world application. Prospective participants should register for the course to receive access to the online portion and scheduling details for hands-on sessions in Port St. Lucie. Scheduling accommodates small groups or individual learners with pre-scheduled hands-on sessions in Port St. Lucie.
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