Pediatric First Aid and Infant/Child CPR certification is required for certain individuals working in regulated child care and afterschool programs. These requirements are set by the Child Development Division and can be viewed on the Training Requirements page on the CDD website.
Availability of in-person Pediatric First Aid and Infant/Child CPR trainings varies by region. Below we have listed selected statewide and regional resources to help you access the training you need. If you know of additional resources to add to this list, please contact Northern Lights at northernlights@ccv.edu
American Heart Association: Click Here and then select CPR and then Find a Course to find available trainings. PLEASE NOTE: The BLS trainings listed on the AHA website only count toward Vermont’s CPR requirement – they do not meet the criteria for First Aid.
American Red Cross: Click Here and use the dropdown to select First Aid or CPR. Select your location and change the range to 50 miles so nearby trainings will become visible.
Vermont Safety Net: Offers several courses including American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid and CPR course. Located in Chittenden County but travels to other parts of the state to deliver trainings. Calendar of upcoming trainings are available here. Contact information is available here.
Catalyst Safety Training: Offers several courses including American Red Cross Pediatric First Aid and CPR course. Located in Southern Vermont and willing to provide trainings in surrounding areas. More information available here.