CPR & First Aid Training in the Tri-Cities | Vital CPR - AHA Certified

Vital CPR provides in-person American Heart Association-certified CPR training that meets workplace requirements across the Tri-Cities — including Kingsport, Johnson City, and Bristol. Whether you're a healthcare provider, teacher, coach, caregiver, or electrician, our classes ensure you're fully prepared and compliant.

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In-Person CPR & First Aid Class
Offerings in the Tri-Cities, TN/VA

Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR – American Heart Association

$65 |~2.5-3 Hours | 2-Year Certification
Designed for Anyone in the Healthcare Field
American Heart Association card received upon completion of the course.

Renewal Basic Life Support – American Heart Association

$55 | ~1.5-2 Hours | 2-Year Certification
BLS renewal is a shorter version of the BLS class and is for students who have a current AHA BLS card.
American Heart Association card received upon completion of the course.

First Aid, CPR & AED – American Heart Association

$70 | ~4 Hours | 2-Year Certification
Designed for Caregivers, Worksite Professionals, Safety Personnel, & More
American Heart Association card received upon completion of the course.

On-site Training – American Heart Association

Are you a business and/or group of three or more? We are happy to bring our equipment and come to your location to teach any of the classes offered. Reserve a time slot and we will talk logistics!

Blended Learning Skills – American Heart Association

$45 | ~45 minutes | 2-Year Certification
You may choose to do Blended Learning for any of the American Heart Association classes we offer. Simply complete the chosen American Heart Association course on their website.

CPR & AED – American Heart Association

$50 | ~1.5-2 Hours | 2-Year Certification
This course is designed for anyone who needs a course completion card in CPR and AED to meet workplace requirements; or anyone who would like training in these skills.

Family and Friends CPR American Heart Association

$25 | ~1-1.5 hours
This course is designed for parents, grandparents, babysitters, or anyone who would like to learn basic CPR, AED, and relief of choking skills for adults, children, and infants; but do not need a certification card for employment.

Why Choose Vital CPR?

Vital CPR is here to meet the workplace requirements for Kingsport and surrounding areas, including Johnson City and Bristol, through OSHA approved, in person American Heart Association classes.
Students receive their American Heart Association Cards upon completion of courses (You never have to wait not knowing whether your card is truly coming to you or not)!
Classes are conveniently located in downtown Kingsport, or we are happy to come onsite to train your group or business.
We have an abundance of date/time offerings throughout the week and weekends and are glad to adjust our schedule to fit your needs.
Classes are thorough, friendly, and efficient.
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AHA Courses Meet Workplace Requirements

American Heart Association cards issued promptly on completion of all AHA courses

AHA Approved Equipment Used In Every Class

Competitive Pricing

Recent Feedback on Vital CPR Tri-Cities Classes

“Thank you Tami SO MUCH for being flexible and willing to come on-site and provide training to our staff where it is most convenient for us! Truly appreciated!”
Amy R.
Family Services & Health Manager
“I am so happy you are able to do this class for us. You have a great reputation around town.”


Heather G.
Instruction & Classroom Support Technician
“Tami did a great job, was very knowledgeable, and had great answers to questions that went even beyond the basic information. Very professional, courteous, and effective.”
Mike M.
Engineer
“Thank you for coming out and teaching the ladies CPR and First Aid! Appreciate your kind heart and caring nature!”


James R.
Home Health
“Thank you again, Tami, for the great CPR class. This is the best class we have taken. Other team members said the same thing! You’re great!”

Laurie V.
DDS Office Administrator
“Tami was very knowledgeable and allowed adequate time for questions. Great class! She stuck to the information at hand.”

Britney H.
Registered Nurse
“The instructor was very encouraging. She made the environment very comfortable and easy to learn.”


Sunas H.
Medical Student
“Very easy to follow. Love the demonstration before trying myself. Helpful with feedback during the course.”

Michelle K.
Nursing Student

Lifesaving Skills That Make a Difference

Gain the confidence and ability to act when every second counts. Our CPR classes go beyond theory to provide hands-on training that prepares you to respond effectively in real-life emergencies. You will learn how to assess a situation quickly, perform high-quality chest compressions, provide rescue breaths, and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) with confidence. These essential skills empower you to offer life-saving assistance to loved ones, coworkers, and even strangers when they need it most. By learning CPR, you are not just gaining a certification—you are becoming someone who can truly make a difference when lives hang in the balance.

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Why More People Need CPR Training

The majority of CPR cases happen where you least expect — at home, with family or friends. Consider:

Most cardiac emergencies happen in private residences.
Many heart attack victims show no warning signs.
The person you save could very likely be someone you know.

Whether you need CPR certification for work or simply want the peace of mind that comes from being ready to help, Vital CPR is committed to providing the highest quality training in the Tri-Cities area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can take CPR courses?

Everyone is welcome - no prior experience is required except for Renewal BLS must have a current BLS card.

What class should I take?

If you are taking a class in order to meet a workplace requirement, it is important you ask your employer the exact name of the class you need.

Generally, Basic Life Support (BLS) is intended for those in the healthcare setting directly working with patients; First Aid CPR and AED is generally for work-sites, safety personnel, caregivers, school staff, and staff working in a medical setting but do not provide direct patient care, or anyone who would like training in these skills. 

We also now have a Family and Friends class if you do not need certification but just want to learn.

Will the instructor come to my location or business to teach a class?

Yes! If you are a group or business, we can come to your location. We will bring our equipment and run the class at your location for your convenience. We would need to have a minimum of three students or the equivalent compensation if the minimum number of three is not met. Please contact us to set up a time that works best!

How do I sign up for a class?

Find a class here or contact us directly.

What if I don’t see a date that works for my schedule?

If you don’t see a date and time on the class calendar that works for you, please get in touch with us! We can accommodate various schedules and are happy to find a time that works for your schedule. 

Where are classes located?

Classes are held at our classroom location in downtown Kingsport: 245 East New Street Suite 210, Kingsport TN 37660 unless otherwise indicated, or we can come to your location!

Are there Blended Learning options?

Yes! You may choose to do Blended Learning for any of the American Heart Association classes we offer, except the Family and Friends course.

Simply complete the chosen American Heart Association course on the AHA website (links below). When this online portion is completed, you may send us an image of your certificate from the online portion or bring the image of it with you when you come to class for the skills portion with us.

You will then receive your American Heart Association card on completion of the skills portion with us.

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers: https://shopcpr.heart.org/heartcode-bls

First Aid CPR and AED: https://shopcpr.heart.org/heartsaver-first-aid-cpr-aed-online

What is the Blended Learning option?

The Blended Learning option is a flexible way for students to receive their American Heart Association course completion cards without attending a full in-person class. The instruction portion of the class is done online and the skills portion is done with the instructor at an agreed upon time. The skills portion with the instructor usually takes about 30-45 minutes. 

Simply complete the chosen American Heart Association course on the AHA website (links below). When this online portion is completed, you may send us an image of your certificate from the online portion or bring the image of it with you when you come to class for the skills portion with us.

You will then receive your American Heart Association card on completion of the skills portion with us.

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers: https://shopcpr.heart.org/heartcode-bls

First Aid CPR and AED:  https://shopcpr.heart.org/heartsaver-first-aid-cpr-aed-online

How do I know this is a legitimate AHA course?

All Vital CPR instructors are aligned instructors under AHA guidelines. Only aligned instructors are allowed to teach American Heart Association Courses.

 
When will I receive my certification card?

You will receive the American Heart Association card upon completion of the course!

Here is what your card will look like depending on what course you take:

How long is my AHA card valid?

Your AHA card will be valid for two years.

How do I get access to my American Heart Association card if I need it down the road and can’t find my ecard?

You can find your ecard here.

What’s your cancellation policy?

Full refunds are given for cancellations beyond a week before class is scheduled. Cancellations within the seven-day window before class will be refunded only half the class cost. Sorry, no refunds on the day of class.