HeartCert CPR

HeartCert Offers Babysitter Basics Course

HeartCert is excited to announce a new offering in our lineup of CPR, life support and medical professional training courses. We’re launching a babysitter basics training program, aimed at giving new and experienced babysitters alike the tools they need for a safer, more confident babysitting experience.

What is the Babysitter Basics Course?

The American Red Cross babysitter training course is a fun, online course that teaches participants how to care for babies and children up to the age of 10.

The course includes instruction on proper feeding and basic care, how to choose age-appropriate games and toys, how to handle common discipline problems, and basic first aid. It also teaches babysitters how to find more work, build a resume, and interview with parents. These are all great life skills that will be valuable beyond babysitting!

The babysitting course is 100% online, and can be accessed from most computers or tablets. It takes about four hours to complete, but it can be paused and restarted as your schedule allows.

Who Should Take the Babysitter Basics Course?

The course is specifically designed for young adults who want to start babysitting or become a more confident and capable provider. However, anyone who is interested in growing their child care skills may find the course useful.

Once you complete the course, you’ll receive a digital certificate. You will also receive a unique ID number and QR code so potential employers can verify your training. This certificate will be valid for two years.

Does the Babysitter Course Include CPR Training?

The babysitter basics course does not include CPR or first aid training. However, you will receive skill sheets on CPR and first aid. You’ll also have an option to enroll in a CPR course upon completion of the babysitting program.

Do you have questions about the babysitter basics course, or any of our CPR or nursing courses? Give HeartCert a call today – we’re here to help!

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR, First Aid, CNA, IV and more, in Minnesota and throughout the United States.

HeartCert CPR courses include CPR/AED/First Aid,, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Certified Nursing Assistant training, IV training and more. Courses and certifications from both the American Heart Association and American Red Cross are available.

We are now offering virtual CPR courses and certifications, as well as safe in-person courses at all locations and our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

Free CNA Training Offered by State of MN

3 years ago by tims Leave a Comment

Have you been thinking about training to become a certified nursing assistant? Now is the time! The State of Minnesota just announced that it will offer free CNA training (while funds last) to qualified individuals.

Note: The free CNA training program has reached capacity. However, people who become employed at a nursing home or similar facility in Minnesota can still have their CNA training costs reimbursed. Contact us for more information.

How to Access Free CNA Training in Minnesota

It’s simple! Visit our website and register for a CNA training class using the code STATECNA. You can also contact our office to get set up. We’re currently offering CNA courses at our Minneapolis, Mankato and Duluth locations, with a portion of the coursework completed online.

Read: What is a Certified Nursing Assistant?

Qualifications for CNA Training and Employment

In order to qualify for free training and incentives, participants must be at least 16 years old and fully vaccinated against COVID-19. You must be willing to successfully complete the training program, and must pass the nursing assistant competency exam within four months of being hired. Employers generally require a TB screening, criminal background check, and the ability to speak English and lift 35 pounds.

Read: Why Should I Become a CNA?

Got Questions?

Do you have any questions about the HeartCert CNA training program or the state incentives? Give HeartCert a call at 651-261-2314.

There’s never been a better time to become a CNA in Minnesota. This program may not last long, so don’t wait – register for a free CNA training course with HeartCert today!

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR, First Aid, CNA, IV and more, in Minnesota and throughout the United States.

HeartCert CPR courses include CPR/AED/First Aid and CPR/AED, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Certified Nursing Assistant training. Courses and certifications from both the American Heart Association and American Red Cross are available.

We are now offering virtual CPR courses and certifications, as well as safe in-person courses at all locations and our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

HeartCert Featured on Mission Matters Podcast

4 years ago by bwadmin Leave a Comment

HeartCert Founder and CEO Tim Smith was recently interviewed on the Mission Matters podcast, discussing the origin of HeartCert and his passion for helping others – and teaching them to help others.

trained firefighter course and the HeartCert mission

The History of HeartCert

On the podcast, Tim recounts his personal journey, in which he went from a personal care attendant, to an EMT and firefighter, to a CPR instructor, and ultimately, to creating HeartCert. Tim’s career path helped him realize the lack of basic and advanced safety training that was available and accessible to the public. Because CPR is so vital to survival after cardiac arrest, the need was great – and the potential impact even bigger.

Since HeartCert was formed in 2010, the business has grown and changed to meet new challenges. During the COVID-19 pandemic, HeartCert quickly pivoted to offer online training modules and send CPR equipment by mail. This helped fill the growing need for healthcare providers and childcare workers.

Now, HeartCert operates training centers in four states, and offers virtual CPR training nationwide. HeartCert also operates its own online CPR supplies store and recently launched a virtual teaching assistant to help other instructors manage their operations.

The HeartCert Mission

Ultimately, there’s a simple mission behind HeartCert: helping people.

“I wanted to do something that I’m passionate about and that contributed to making the world a better place,” Tim said. “HeartCert offers quality, affordable and accessible life-saving training which prepares more individuals to act in case of an emergency. We’re building a base to teach people how to help others and better communities.”

Listen to the full podcast episode on the Mission Matters website.

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid in Minnesota and throughout the United States.

We are now offering virtual CPR courses and certifications, as well as safe in-person courses at all locations and our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

HeartCert Atlanta is Open!

4 years ago by bwadmin Leave a Comment

HeartCert CPR is thrilled to announce that we have expanded to Georgia! Centrally located in Dunwoody, our Georgia CPR training facility will serve residents of Atlanta, Marietta, Alpharetta, Decatur, Roswell, Lawrenceville, Milton and all surrounding areas.

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CPR Courses Offered at HeartCert Atlanta

CPR training courses offered at HeartCert Atlanta include CPR/AED/First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS). We offer additional training in a virtual format, including Advanced Life Support Courses (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

HeartCert also provides on-site CPR and first aid training for businesses and organizations throughout the Atlanta region. This option is perfect for schools, daycare centers, assisted living or group homes, construction sites, or any other organization that requires or recommends CPR training for its members.

Did you know? We offer significant group and business discounts for on-site CPR training. Contact us to schedule your training today!

HeartCert Atlanta offers CPR courses for both laypeople and healthcare professionals. Courses can be taken virtually, in a blended at-home and in-person format, or in person at our Dunwoody, Georgia training center.

Get to Know Our Local Training Partners

HeartCert CPR is proud to partner with Rescue Site Services to provide CPR training throughout the Atlanta area. Rescue Site Services is a local, family-owned company. It is dedicated to ensuring that every home, business, school and public space has an AED available.

Get Started with CPR Today

You can save a life! See our full list of HeartCert CPR locations, and register for a class today! Or, sign up for a virtual CPR and first aid course to learn CPR from home. Contact us to learn more and get started.

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid throughout the United States.

We are now offering virtual CPR courses and certifications, as well as safe in-person courses at all locations and our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

Why Should I Learn CPR?

4 years ago by bwadmin Leave a Comment

Life is busy. If you’re struggling to juggle work, home, family and other obligations, the thought of adding another task to your to-do list can be overwhelming. But all of those obligations, and the people you interact with through them, make it even more important to learn CPR.

The good news: HeartCert CPR is now offering hybrid and virtual CPR courses! You can complete some or all of your CPR training from home, when it fits into your schedule. Check out our full course schedule and contact us to learn more.

Still need a push? Here are five reasons to make CPR training a priority in the coming months.

Four Reasons to Learn CPR

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Bystander CPR is Underperformed: More than 325,000 people go into cardiac arrest outside of a medical setting in the U.S. every year. When CPR is performed immediately, their odds of survival are more than doubled. Because it takes time to get emergency responders on the scene, it’s vital for bystanders to know and be ready to perform CPR.
Most Cardiac Arrests Happen at Home: We’ve all been spending a lot more time at home in the last year. Did you know that more than 85 percent of cardiac arrests happen in the home? Knowing CPR could save the lives of your loved ones.
CPR Does Not Require Mouth-to-Mouth Resuscitation: Hands-on CPR became the approved method of bystander CPR in 2010. No mouth-to-mouth contact is needed.
CPR Can Save a Life: Every year in the U.S., 475,000 people die of cardiac arrest. If more people were trained in CPR, that number could be significantly decreased.

Are You Ready to Learn CPR?

Don’t wait another day. Register for a HeartCert CPR training course today!

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid in the Twin Cities and throughout Minnesota.

This is an updated blog post that was originally published in 2019.

HeartCert CPR Now Open in Omaha!

4 years ago by bwadmin Leave a Comment

HeartCert CPR is excited to announce the opening of our new Nebraska CPR training center! Located near the cities of Omaha and Lincoln, the Nebraska location will serve residents of both cities, as well as greater Eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa.

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Courses Offered at HeartCert Omaha

All of our core CPR courses will be offered at HeartCert Omaha. These include CPR/AED/First Aid, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

The Omaha CPR training center offers courses geared toward both healthcare professionals and laypeople. Courses can be taken virtually, in a blended at-home and in-person format, and in person at our Fremont, Nebraska office.

Our skilled and experienced CPR instructors can also come to you! If your organization has a large group in need of CPR training, contact us to set up on-site CPR training. Not only will this save time and burden on your employees, but we also offer significant group and business discounts. This option is perfect for daycare centers, schools, construction sites, assisted living or group homes, or any other company that requires employees to be CPR trained and certified.

Get Started with CPR Today

Check out our full list of HeartCert CPR locations and register for a class today! No location near you? Sign up for a virtual CPR training course to learn CPR from the comfort of your own home. Contact us for more information.

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid in the Twin Cities and throughout Minnesota and the United States..

We are now offering virtual CPR courses and certifications, as well as safe in-person and blended courses at our many locations and at our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

HeartCert Launches Online CPR Supplies Store

4 years ago by bwadmin Leave a Comment

HeartCert CPR has long been your one-stop-shop for CPR, AED, first aid and CNA training. In an effort to provide more services to our valued students, we’ve added a CPR supplies store to our website!

At the HeartCert CPR store, you’ll be able to browse, compare and purchase safety products. The offerings include AEDs and replacement pads and parts, first aid kits, personal protective equipment, and even batteries. You can even buy AED carrying cases and storage cabinets.

The AEDs and other products available in the store are geared both for laypeople and professionals. Products can be used in the home, medical facilities, workplaces and public settings.

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Already Have an AED?

Check out AED Total Solution. This is an AED management system that not only takes care of maintenance. In addition, it ensures that your AED remains up to date with all applicable legal requirements and liability standards. This will ensure that your AED is fully functional if and when it is needed.

Brands featured in our CPR supplies store include Philips, Zoll, RescueSite, HeartSine, Mobilize and more. If you have questions about which AED and supplies are the best for your needs and budget, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help with any and all CPR and AED needs!

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid in the Twin Cities and throughout Minnesota. We also offer Certified Nursing Assistant training courses.

HeartCert CPR courses include CPR/AED/First Aid and CPR/AED, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training. Courses and certifications from both the American Heart Association and American Red Cross are available.

We are now offering virtual CPR courses and certifications, as well as safe in-person courses at our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

HeartCert CPR Now Open in Wabasha

4 years ago by bwadmin Leave a Comment

HeartCert CPR is excited to announce the grand opening of our newest location in Wabasha, MN. With this expansion, we will bring our American Heart Association and American Red Cross-certified CPR training courses to essential workers and lay responders throughout southeastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin.

Located halfway between Red Wing and Winona, and on the Mississippi River and Wisconsin border, our new Wabasha location will allow us to serve residents and workers throughout the region. Both BLS courses for professionals and CPR/AED/First Aid courses for non-healthcare lay responders will be offered in Wabasha. We will also offer on-site training for workplaces, teams and organizations in the area.

Would you prefer to learn CPR from the comfort of your own home and on your own schedule? Register for a virtual CPR training course from HeartCert CPR!

HeartCert Wabasha is located at 611 Broadway Avenue Suite 220, Wabasha, MN 55981. Visit our website to see our CPR training schedule, or contact us for more information or with questions.

HeartCert CPR is a fully licensed and certified safety company servicing the Twin Cities metro and greater Minnesota. All CPR/AED, First Aid, and BLS courses are taught by experienced professionals who make each course exciting, fun, and convenient. We also offer virtual and blended courses to fit your schedule and keep you safe.

Protect the hearts of those around you: register for a CPR training course today!

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid throughout Minnesota.

We are now offering virtual CPR courses and certifications, as well as safe in-person courses at our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

American Heart Association Issues New CPR Guidelines

5 years ago by bwadmin Leave a Comment

In the new CPR guidelines recently issued by the American Heart Association, the importance of bystander CPR was re-emphasized. “Cardiac arrest is a life-or-death situation,” the AHA committee chair said. “When every second counts, it’s important for lay people to be ready and willing to start CPR.”

The new guidelines recommend that bystanders CPR even if they aren’t sure whether the victim is in cardiac arrest. The risk of harm from CPR is low – especially when compared to the potential risk of cardiac arrest.

New CPR Guidelines Focus on Recovery

In a change, the new CPR guidelines add recovery to the “chain of survival.” The chain of survival is a series of actions that determine how and to what extent a patient will recover from cardiac arrest. Those actions include calling 911, performing CPR, and using an automated external defibrillator (AED).

The new recovery phase includes treatment, surveillance and rehabilitation, which includes monitoring and treating depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress caused by the cardiac arrest and heart disease treatment.

Expanding Bystander CPR

The new guidelines also included efforts to encourage bystander CPR. The AHA suggests leveraging mobile phone technology to alert bystanders of a nearby cardiac event. In addition, there is a need for bystander training tailored to specific racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic populations that traditionally have lower rates of bystander CPR.

Ready to learn CPR? HeartCert is here to help. We’re offering virtual CPR training options to keep our students safe. Contact us to learn more.

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid in the Twin Cities and throughout Minnesota.

We are now offering virtual CPR courses and certifications! Find your CPR class at any of our convenient Twin Cities locations, including our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

AHA Updates Instructor Certification Card Extensions

5 years ago by bwadmin Leave a Comment

As we reach the six-month mark of the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Heart Association (AHA) has issued new information on its CPR training provider and instructor certification cards.

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Initially, the deadline for instructor card renewals was extended by 60 days in areas with widespread COVID-19 spread. (We go into those details more extensively on an earlier blog post.) Now, the AHA is giving cardholders a 120-day extension. The due dates are based on the “renew by” dates listed on existing certification cards.

Exception For Areas Still Under Distancing Restrictions

There is one exception. Cardholders and training centers with cards expiring at the end of July may have until the end of October 2020 to renew their certification, if they are in areas that are still under lockdowns and restrictions.

Normal Renewal Timelines Apply

For those with cards that expired at the end of last month and going forward, the AHA states that renewals must take place by the recommended renewal dates.

Follow Local Instructions and Use Discretion

The AHA offers some flexibility, reminding training centers to follow local mandates and recommendations, and to use their discretion in ensuring the safest environment for CPR students.

If you are running out of time to renew your AHA instructor card, HeartCert is here to help. We’re offering CPR instructor courses at our Twin Cities location, and are taking every necessary precaution to keep our students safe. Contact us with any questions.

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid in the Twin Cities and throughout greater Minnesota. HeartCert offers a variety of courses, including CPR/AED/First Aid and CPR/AED, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Certified Nursing Assistant training. Courses and certifications from both the American Heart Association and American Red Cross are available.

Find your CPR class at any of our convenient Twin Cities locations, including our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

Learn CPR Without Leaving Home

5 years ago by bwadmin Leave a Comment

Although stay-home orders are slowly being relaxed in Minnesota, many people remain reluctant to leave home for anything non-essential. The good news is that many businesses have adapted to this new normal, offering curbside pickup, online ordering, telehealth appointments and more.

In order to continue providing CPR training to medical professionals, essential workers and laypeople who wish to become CPR certified, HeartCert CPR is now offering virtual CPR classes that can be fully completed at home.

In our virtual CPR courses, students watch interactive training videos and complete written tests online, from home. We send a CPR manikin and supplies in the mail. Then, we schedule a virtual skill session with one of our instructors.

Watch this short video for instructions on how to assemble your manikin at home.

Once you’ve completed all portions of the virtual training, you’ll receive a two-year American Red Cross certification card. (If you need an American Heart Association certification, please contact us.)

We are also still holding in-person CPR training courses. We have taken all necessary safety measures, including disinfecting and social distancing. Take a look at our course schedule.

How Can We Help?

Do you have questions about virtual CPR training, in-person classes and safety precautions, AHA certification cards, or any other aspect of the HeartCert CPR training process? Give us a call at 651-261-2314.

Protect the hearts of those around you by taking a CPR/AED course with HeartCert CPR. Register for a virtual CPR course today.

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid in the Twin Cities and throughout greater Minnesota. HeartCert offers a variety of courses, including CPR/AED/First Aid and CPR/AED, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Courses and certifications from both the American Heart Association and American Red Cross are available.

Find your CPR class at any of our convenient Twin Cities locations, including our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

HeartCert CPR to Offer Virtual CPR Training Options

5 years ago by bwadmin Leave a Comment

At HeartCert CPR, the health and safety of our students is our top priority. During these unprecedented times, we’ve taken extra precautions to ensure that our in-person courses remain safe, while also offering expanded virtual CPR course offerings.

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As we all know, healthcare workers are providing an essential service during the COVID-19 crisis. In addition, many organizations are seeking additional healthcare staff, with CPR certification required for employment. HeartCert remains ready and able to provide CPR education and instruction for all essential workers.

Continue reading for an overview of our virtual CPR course options, as well as the precautions we’re taking to keep our students and instructors safe.

Precautionary Measures

For our in-person CPR courses, we’ve limited class enrollment to nine people. All students will be placed at least six feet apart, with no sharing of manikins or supplies. We’ve also implemented extra sanitation measures. We are asking students to stay home if they are ill, have been exposed, or have recently traveled.

Blended Learning

HeartCert CPR offers online/in-person blended learning options. In these courses, participants watch and complete interactive training videos and written tests. Then, come in for a short in-person skills course (following all precautionary measures listed above) to become certified.

Provisional Certification

After completing the online portion of a blended learning course, receive a provisional certificate that will be valid for 90 days. Within that 90-day period, simply attend a one-hour skill session, and the certificate will be converted to an official two-year CPR certification.

Distance Learning – Coming Soon!

In these virtual CPR courses, participants will be sent a manikin and equipment. After completing the online training and testing, an instructor will virtually test your skills via videoconferencing. Watch our Facebook page for more information on these new CPR certification course options!

Protect the hearts of those around you by taking a CPR/AED course online or at one of HeartCert CPR’s convenient Minnesota locations. Register for a course today.

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid in the Twin Cities and throughout Minnesota. We offer online, night and weekend classes to fit your busy schedule!

HeartCert offers a variety of courses, including CPR/AED/First Aid and CPR/AED, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Emergency Medical Responder – First Responder (EMR). Courses and certifications from both the American Heart Association and American Red Cross are available.

Find your CPR class at any of our convenient Twin Cities locations, including our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

HeartCert Designated an AHA Training Center

5 years ago by bwadmin Leave a Comment

HeartCert CPR is pleased to announce that, after serving the public for over 10 years, it has recently entered into an agreement with the American Heart Association (AHA) to become an official AHA Training Center.

This puts HeartCert in a better position to serve its customers, instructors and the general public. As an official Training Center, HeartCert will be able to operate directly under and with the AHA for more efficient operations, lower costs and greater potential for continued growth.

When designating its Training Centers, the AHA looks at a multitude of factors including the company history, marketing, past and future growth, company stability, operations and more. The fact that HeartCert was selected through such an in-depth process validates our years of hard work to serve you.

Training Centers operate directly with the AHA and are able to teach instructor courses, sell CPR certification cards and provide support to anyone wanting or needing to teach or take a CPR class. We are humbled, honored and excited about this next step for HeartCert, which will help us better serve the entire Twin Cities CPR community – and beyond!

If you are interested in taking a CPR course or becoming an instructor, HeartCert has the tools, processes and instructors to serve you. Contact us today to see how we can help!

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR and First Aid in the Twin Cities and throughout Minnesota. We now offer online, night and weekend classes to fit your busy schedule!

Find your CPR class at any of our convenient Twin Cities locations, including our new headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

The Easiest Way to Prevent Heart Disease: Physical Activity

6 years ago by bwadmin Leave a Comment

What do you think of when you hear the term “physical activity?” Do you think of hours at the gym, on the treadmill or lifting weights? Do you think of running long distances, doing exercise videos, or trudging through workouts you hate?

If so, you may need to refresh your views on physical activity. Because it doesn’t have to be an unpleasant, time-consuming chore – it can be as simple as working in your garden, walking around the block or having a dance party in your kitchen. And the benefits to your health – both physical and mental – are worth finding an activity you enjoy.

According to medical professionals, physical activity is key to heart health, specifically. Moving your body on a regular basis improves the strength of the heart muscle, the health of the arteries, and lowers blood pressure and cholesterol. Physical activity moves oxygen throughout the body more efficiently, and helps your brain perform better. It releases feel-good endorphins that boost mental health and well-being.

Not sure how to get started? Keep it simple. Take the stairs at work, or walk to the store instead of driving. Rake leaves or shovel snow. Walk or, yes, run. Do whatever appeals to you, because that will keep you committed.

The American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity, or 75 minutes at a more vigorous intensity. That can be broken up into 20 or even 10 minutes chunks, and should ideally be combined with strength and flexibility exercises.

When it comes to physical activity and heart health, every little bit counts!

If someone in your family or workplace suffers cardiac arrest, are you prepared? Sign up for a HeartCert CPR class today.

HeartCert CPR is your trusted training partner for First Aid and CPR in the Twin Cities and throughout Minnesota. We now offer online, night and weekend classes to fit your busy schedule! We offer a variety of courses, including CPR/AED/First Aid and CPR/AED, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Emergency Medical Responder – First Responder (EMR).

Find your CPR class at any of our convenient Twin Cities locations, including our new headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

How Does Irregular Sleep Affect Heart Health?

6 years ago by bwadmin Leave a Comment

A new study has found that people with irregular sleep patterns are at a higher risk of heart disease and cardiovascular events such as stroke, coronary heart disease and congestive heart failure. Irregular sleep patterns are defined as night-to-night differences in duration of sleep, as well as the times at which a person went to bed and woke up. Because many of us likely experience these irregularities, it’s important to understand the risk and take action.

In the study, researchers used monitoring devices to track the sleep of nearly 2,000 people for seven days each, then followed each participant for about four years. None of the participants had heart disease at the start of the study. But during that time, 95 people experienced heart disease, heart failure or stroke, sometimes fatal.

Researchers found that people for whom time spent sleeping varied by more than two hours from night to night were 2.2 times more likely to suffer from some form of heart disease in the succeeding years. Those who had a varying bedtime of 90 minutes or more had double the heart disease risk.

So how can we improve our sleep? Doctors advise minimizing the use of mobile devices before bed. This is because the blue light from screens can interfere with sleep quality and regularity. Track your sleep using a wearable device or simply a journal to understand and improve your schedule.

If someone in your family or workplace suffers cardiac arrest, are you prepared? Sign up for a HeartCert CPR class today.

Find your CPR class at any of our convenient Twin Cities locations, including our new headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan.

HeartCert CPR

What is the Babysitter Basics Course?

Who Should Take the Babysitter Basics Course?

Does the Babysitter Course Include CPR Training?

How to Access Free CNA Training in Minnesota

Qualifications for CNA Training and Employment

Got Questions?

The History of HeartCert

The HeartCert Mission

CPR Courses Offered at HeartCert Atlanta

Get to Know Our Local Training Partners

Get Started with CPR Today

Four Reasons to Learn CPR

Are You Ready to Learn CPR?

Courses Offered at HeartCert Omaha

Get Started with CPR Today

Already Have an AED?

Protect the hearts of those around you: register for a CPR training course today!

New CPR Guidelines Focus on Recovery

Expanding Bystander CPR

Exception For Areas Still Under Distancing Restrictions

Normal Renewal Timelines Apply

Follow Local Instructions and Use Discretion

How Can We Help?

Precautionary Measures

Blended Learning

Provisional Certification

Distance Learning – Coming Soon!

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