CPR Certification | Become a Lifesaver in Any Emergency

Learn life-saving CPR and AED skills! Be prepared to respond with essential techniques that help save lives in critical situations.
About this Event

Learn first-response skills for FREE!

Join the College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES) for a hands-on CPR certification training workshop presented by the American Red Cross — designed specifically for seniors.

You never know when someone around you may need help. Learn practical CPR and AED skills that can help you respond with confidence during a cardiac emergency.

This certification course is designed to give participants the knowledge and essential skills needed to recognize an emergency, perform CPR, and use an automated external defibrillator (AED).

What you'll learn:

• CPR for adults, children, and infants
• AED (Automated External Defibrillator) use
• Choking response
• Recognizing cardiac emergencies
• Coordinating with emergency responders

Upon completion, participants will earn a 2-year American Red Cross certification.

Select one session to attend:

• Thursday, August 20, 2026
• Wednesday, September 9, 2026
• Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Location: University of the District of Columbia, Student Center

4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20008

Time: 10 AM - 2 PM

For questions about this workshop, contact [email protected].

For general questions, please contact [email protected] | 202-274-7124.

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