CPR/AED Certification Program

What You'll Learn

What's Included

Our curriculum is designed to give you both scientific knowledge and practical skills to excel as a personal trainer. The program covers everything from anatomy and nutrition to business skills.

Including all these tools to help you pass!
  • 100% online learning so you can learn anytime, anywhere, on any device.
  • Watch as professionals break down complex concepts into clear, actionable steps in video format.
  • Searchable and accessible anytime for quick reference.\n
  • Earn your certification with an online, open-book, open-note exam you can complete on your schedule.
  • Access a support team when you need it, from the time you enroll through certification
  • Network with peers, explore job opportunities, and grow your professional network in our exclusive community.

Certification Process

CPR/AED Certification Program

  • Complete your CPR/AED certification entirely online in under an hour

  • Be prepared to respond to cardiac emergencies anywhere, anytime

  • Open-book online exam and immediate certificate download

The ISSA CPR/AED Certification Program is a fully online, self-paced course that teaches you how to respond to cardiac emergencies, perform CPR, and use an automated external defibrillator (AED).

Complete the course and exam from home in about 30-60 minutes and download your certificate immediately.

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Why 
It Works

Exclusive Employer Network

Gain direct, priority access to more than 23,000 gyms, studios, and health clubs actively seeking certified talent.

Industry-Respected Credentials

ISSA offers an accredited personal training certification exam through its subsidiary, the National Council for Certified Personal Trainers (NCCPT).

100% Money-Back Promise

Get a full refund if you don’t land a fitness job within six months of completing all required credentialing, as long as you meet eligibility requirements.

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Frequently
Asked Questions

  • No. ISSA's CPR/AED course is online-only and meets ISSA's certification requirement. Some employers ask for a course with an in-person skills check, so confirm what your target employer accepts.

  • The course is self-paced and generally takes 30-60 minutes to complete.

  • You can retake the exam as many times as you need at no additional cost.

  • After passing the exam, you can immediately download a printable certificate of completion.

  • Yes. A current CPR/AED certification is required to complete ISSA certification programs, including CPT and Yoga 200. This course fulfills that requirement.

  • No. This course covers adult CPR, AED operation, and choking response only.

  • No. All course material is delivered online. You can review it as often as you like from the date of enrollment.

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