The District of Columbia (DC)
Requirements for CPR Certification

EnjoyCPR’s Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification training courses are the most comprehensive and up-to-date available. CPR certification can be obtained in Washington, DC quickly and easily. Washington, DC requires all professionals who work with children, the elderly and other individuals who may need assistance in emergencies to have their CPR certification up-to-date.

Washington, DC CPR Certification Requirements

  • Coursework equivalent to the latest American Heart Association’s Guidelines (EnjoyCPR’s Program)

  • Basic CPR/AED or Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers

  • Practical skills evaluation

  • Verifiable certification card

Our Programs Meet Requirements in
Washington, DC

CPR

CPR is an emergency procedure that can save a person's life when they are unconscious. Our CPR Training course is designed to teach you how to perform CPR and use an AED and how to assess a victim. Students learn how to administer CPR to someone who has stopped breathing and is in cardiac arrest. CPR provides life-saving assistance to a person's circulatory system, which can help prevent disability or death. The American Heart Association estimates that every year, more than 350,000 people in the United States die from sudden cardiac arrest.

AEDs

AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) are a portable device that can be used to diagnose and treat victims of sudden cardiac arrest. AEDs are designed to be used by the general public, including laypersons and those with no medical training.

The AED is the only device that can diagnose victims of sudden cardiac arrest. If you find a victim in cardiac arrest, call 911 and then go to the victim.

State of Health in Washington, DC

The District of Columbia is one of the most densely populated areas in the United States. With a population of 681,170, it is also the second-smallest state by land area. As a result, there are many people who live in close proximity to one another and this makes it easier for diseases to spread quickly.

In 2013, Washington DC had an infant mortality rate of 8.7 per 1000 births and an abortion rate of 22.2 per 1000 women aged 15-44 years old. In 2016, there were 3 reported cases of HIV/AIDS and a total population living with HIV or AIDS was 526 people.

Washington, DC has been ranked as number two in the nation for its quality of healthcare system. This ranking was given after a study conducted by the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) found that Washington, DC has some of the best hospitals in America. Washington, DC is ranked as the 22rd healthiest place in America by the United States Chamber of Commerce.

The statistics show that the prevalence of obesity and diabetes in Washington DC is increasing at an alarming rate and it is only getting worse. The CDC has found that the prevalence of obesity in Washington DC has increased by 1% from 2015 to 2016. The prevalence of diabetes in Washington DC has increased by 2% from 2015 to 2016 as well as cardiovascular disease.

The District of Columbia is a state that is not only known for its political and legislative power, but also for its health. The District of Columbia has the highest incidence of HIV/AIDS in the United States. Alcohol abuse and smoking are two major contributors to the District's high rates of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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