- Heartsaver
- University Park and Exposition Park
First Aid CPR AED for University Park and Exposition Park
People from University Park who need first aid, CPR and AED training take AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED at our Downtown LA classroom, 811 W 7th St. The AHA online part comes first, then a 60 minute hands-on session, and the card is valid for 2 years. From University Park, you can take the E Line from Expo Park/USC, Jefferson/USC or 23rd St, no transfer.
University Park and Exposition Park
Who in University Park takes Heartsaver
Game days at the Coliseum and BMO Stadium, plus campus offices, dining and recreation, put a lot of staff in front of big crowds. Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED is the AHA course for workplace first aid and CPR responders, about an hour in person.
University Park holds USC and Mount Saint Mary's University's Doheny campus, and Exposition Park next door holds the Coliseum and BMO Stadium. The E Line stops at Expo Park/USC, Jefferson/USC and 23rd St and runs straight to 7th St/Metro Center; the J Line stops at 37th St/USC.
Local employers and schools
- USCUniversity Park
- Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and BMO StadiumExposition Park
- Mount Saint Mary's University, Doheny campusgraduate and accelerated nursing
What it covers
First aid, CPR and AED in one AHA card
- First aid basics: checking the scene, calling 911, gloves and protecting yourself, and finding the problem.
- Medical emergencies: breathing problems, allergic reactions and epinephrine pens, heart attack, stroke, low blood sugar and seizures.
- Injuries: stopping serious bleeding, wounds, burns, and suspected broken bones or spine injuries.
- Environmental emergencies: bites and stings, heat and cold emergencies, and poisoning.
- CPR and AED: hands-on CPR and AED use, plus choking relief.
- Opioid overdose and naloxone: recognizing an opioid-related emergency and giving naloxone while you wait for EMS, a module of the AHA course.
Format
The online part is the AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED online course, sold separately by the American Heart Association, not by CPR Downtown LA. Complete it before your session and bring the certificate of completion.
The in-person session is about 60 minutes, and the card is valid for 2 years.
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Getting to Downtown LA from University Park and Exposition Park
- Metro E Line
From Expo Park/USC, Jefferson/USC or 23rd St station, ride the E Line north to 7th St/Metro Center, with no transfer.
- Metro J Line
The J Line stops at 37th St/USC and runs north along Flower St to 7th St/Metro Center.
- By car
By car, the classroom is near the Harbor Freeway (I-110): Exit 23A, 6th St / Wilshire Blvd, or Exit 22B, 9th St / 8th St. Use a map app for the route from University Park and Exposition Park, and plan on a paid garage or street meter.
FAQ
First aid and CPR for University Park and Exposition Park: questions
Where can people from University Park take a first aid and CPR class?
At CPR Downtown LA, 811 W 7th St in Downtown LA, which teaches AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED. From Expo Park/USC, Jefferson/USC or 23rd St station, ride the E Line north to 7th St/Metro Center, with no transfer.
Is the Heartsaver online part included?
No. The Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED online course is sold separately by the American Heart Association. Bring the certificate of completion to the 60 minute skills session.
Is there another way to get there from University Park?
The J Line stops at 37th St/USC and runs north along Flower St to 7th St/Metro Center.
How long is the Heartsaver card valid?
The AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED card is valid for 2 years.
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