Central Whidbey Island Fire & Rescue (CWIFR) provides several types of training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), including Hands-Only CPR and more comprehensive training in CPR and first aid leading to certification!
CPR Training
Sudden cardiac arrest is the most frequent cause of death in our District.
Hands-Only CPR
Chest compressions are critical when someone is unconscious and not breathing normally. They may be in cardiac arrest. When this happens, there are two steps to save a life.
DO TWO STEPS TO SAVE A LIFE CALL 911, PUSH HARD, AND FAST
CWIFR is committed to increasing cardiac arrest survival in our community. CWIFR members would be happy to teach you how to perform hands-only CPR at no cost and it only takes 15 to 20 minutes. We have made a commitment to deliver this training any time, anywhere in our district. To get you started, here is a video from the American Heart Association, have a look and then give us a call to schedule an opportunity to practice these skills and learn how to use an automatic external defibrillator (public access defibrillators are available throughout our community)!
Certification in CPR and First Aid
We conduct Adult CPR/First Aid/AED certification classes one Saturday every other month (except December). Classes are conducted at the Day Road Fire Station which is located at 3253 Day Road in Greenbank. The cost of the class is $50. Call 360-678-3602 or email [email protected] to register.