A good online CPR certification covers Adult, Child, and Infant CPR, First Aid, and AED use, follows AHA and OSHA guidelines, and issues an instant certificate. Samson Strong CPR does all of that for $25.

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Best Online CPR Certification: What to Look For and Where to Enroll

Covers Adult, Child and Infant CPR, First Aid, and AED use. Follows AHA, Red Cross, and OSHA guidelines. $25. Instant certificate. Accepted by most employers.

Follows OSHA Guidelines
Follows AHA & Red Cross Guidelines
Instant Certificate
30–90 Minutes
$25 — No Subscription

Samson Strong CPR — Course at a Glance

Price$25 per person
CertificateInstant downloadable PDF
Time to complete30 to 90 minutes
FormatSelf-paced, available 24/7
CoverageAdult, Child and Infant CPR, First Aid, AED
GuidelinesAHA, Red Cross, OSHA
Certificate validity2 years
Employer acceptanceAccepted by most employers
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What to Look for in an Online CPR Certification

Not all online CPR courses are equivalent. Here are the criteria that matter most for employer acceptance and practical preparedness.

AHA or Red Cross guideline alignment

These are the two most widely accepted CPR standards. OSHA references AHA guidelines for workplace compliance.

Adult, Child, and Infant CPR coverage

A complete course covers all three. Many workplace and childcare requirements specify all three age groups.

First Aid and AED included

OSHA 1910.151 requires first aid training. A course that bundles CPR, First Aid, and AED use covers all three in one.

Instant certificate download

No waiting period. A good course issues your PDF certificate the moment you pass the final exam.

Transparent employer acceptance

Any reputable provider should clearly explain which roles may need in-person training instead of online-only.

Clear pricing, no subscription

A one-time fee with no hidden costs or required renewals before the certificate naturally expires.

What the Samson Strong CPR Course Covers

Adult CPR — chest compressions and rescue breathing
Child CPR — adjusted technique for pediatric response
Infant CPR — two-finger compression method
AED operation and pad placement
First Aid for bleeding, burns, fractures, and choking
Choking response for adults, children, and infants
Scene safety and when to call 911
Final exam — must pass to earn certificate

About the Instructor

Dean Martin — Certified CPR Instructor

Dean Martin

Certified CPR and First Aid Instructor · Red Cross Certified

Background in fire service training, EMT education, and emergency response. Founded Samson Strong CPR to make quality CPR and First Aid training affordable and accessible nationwide. All course content follows current American Heart Association guidelines.

What students say

"Excellent course. Clear videos, easy to follow, and I had my certificate downloaded instantly. Required by my employer and this made it painless."

Sarah T.

Daycare Director

"Samson Strong CPR has been a reliable training partner for our organization. Their CPR training has been accepted during state audits."

North Star Oregon

Executive Director

Common questions

What is the best online CPR certification course?

A good online CPR certification course should follow AHA or Red Cross guidelines, cover adult, child, and infant CPR, First Aid, and AED use, issue an instant downloadable certificate, and be accepted by most employers. Samson Strong CPR offers all of this for $25 with a self-paced format available 24/7.

How much does online CPR certification cost?

Samson Strong CPR charges $25 per person with no subscription or hidden fees. The certificate is included. Organizations can buy bulk seats at $25 per seat with a 5-seat minimum.

How long does online CPR certification take?

Most students complete the Samson Strong CPR course in 30 to 90 minutes. The course is self-paced and available 24/7. You can start and stop at any time — your progress is saved automatically.

Is online CPR certification accepted by employers?

Most employers accept online CPR certification. The Samson Strong CPR course follows AHA, Red Cross, and OSHA guidelines. Some regulated roles — including licensed healthcare and childcare — may require in-person training. Always confirm with your employer before enrolling.

What guidelines does a good online CPR course follow?

The American Heart Association (AHA) and American Red Cross publish the most widely accepted CPR guidelines. OSHA references these for workplace training requirements. Samson Strong CPR follows all three: AHA, Red Cross, and OSHA guidelines.

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