If you are looking to work with or to be hired by a caregiving agency on behalf of a family (for a nursing position, you most likely already have this) you will need a CPR certificate. If you do not have an active CPR certificate – you can take one of these online courses:
- American Heart Association: Heartsaver Basic First Aid/CPR
- National CPR Foundation: CPR & First Aid
- Red Cross: Adult, Child & Baby First Aid/CPR Course and access your completed certificate under the “My Certifications” tab
There are of course are a few more steps to be hired as a caregiver like signing online paperwork and going through an online orientation or similar, but if you can get your certificate, you are one step closer to being hired!
Thanks to Colorado Family Caregivers for providing us with this helpful information!