Can I get CPR certified the same day in Frederick? Yes. At the self-guided Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station at 9001 Old National Pike, Frederick, MD 21704, you finish the AHA online course, then complete a hands-on skills check on the station's manikins. Your official American Heart Association eCard is issued the same day you pass. The station is open 7:00 AM–7:00 PM daily. See the Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station page for Frederick for booking.
TL;DR
- Address: 9001 Old National Pike, Frederick, MD 21704.
- Finish the AHA online course first (or book Online + Skills).
- Complete a self-guided, hands-on skills check on AHA manikins with real-time feedback.
- Your official AHA eCard is issued the same day you pass, with unlimited attempts.
- Hours: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM daily.
Ready to go? Book a skills session at our Frederick station
What happens at the Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station in Frederick?
You arrive at your booked time, enter using your confirmation instructions and follow the station's on-screen prompts. The AHA manikins at the station give real-time feedback while you complete the required hands-on skills. It's an in-person skills check, not an online-only card.
Same Day CPR offers self-guided AHA BLS, ACLS and PALS certification in Frederick for initial certification and renewal. It's trusted by nurses, doctors, firefighters, paramedics and other healthcare providers.
BLS isn't only for healthcare workers. Anyone can take it: students, caregivers, coaches, teachers, parents and new hires who need a card for work.
Same Day CPR is powered by Bayside CPR, founded in 2012, an Official American Heart Association National Training Center.
Online + Skills or Skills Only?
| Your situation | What to book | What to finish first |
|---|---|---|
| Initial certification, no online course yet | Online + Skills | The matching online course |
| Renewal, no online course yet | Online + Skills | The matching online course |
| You finished the online portion | Skills Only | Bring your online completion certificate |
| You bought the AHA online course but haven't finished | Skills Only | Finish the online portion before your visit |
Match the online course to your skills appointment. A BLS online course doesn't cover ACLS or PALS. Not sure? See the station page for details.
Find the Frederick station and park
The Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station in Frederick is at 9001 Old National Pike, Frederick, MD 21704.
Our Frederick training station is located at 9001 Old National Pike, Frederick, MD 21704, inside the Robey Incorporated professional building.
The location provides convenient access for healthcare professionals, students, and residents throughout Frederick and surrounding communities.
The station is conveniently located along Old National Pike, with easy access for students and healthcare professionals traveling from Frederick, Urbana, Hagerstown, and nearby Central Maryland communities.
Station hours are 7:00 AM–7:00 PM daily. Online booking is open 24/7. Use your booked appointment time.
Parking:
- Free, plentiful parking is available in the large building parking lot.
- You can park in the parallel spaces or behind the building when available.
Finding the station:
- Use the second door closest to the Same Day CPR logo.
- Once inside, the Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station is the first door on the right.
- Follow the instructions provided with your appointment confirmation for your self-guided skills session.
Your confirmation email has the arrival and door-access instructions.
Never use another location's access information. If your confirmation has updated directions, follow those.
Watch the walkthrough before you go: station walkthrough video
Nearby healthcare and schools
Staff and students at places near the Frederick station often need AHA cards, including Frederick Health Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Frederick Medical Center, Winding Cross Urgent Care of Frederick, TruCare Urgent Care. We mention them only as landmarks. This doesn't mean any partnership or that a specific employer accepts a card; check your employer's or school's requirement.
How long does the self-guided skills check take?
Each course is booked as a one-hour station slot. Follow the on-screen instructions and the manikins' feedback as you show the required skills. Self-guided means no instructor standing over you. It doesn't mean you skip the assessment. Need help? See the station page for details.
What if I don't pass the first time?
You get unlimited attempts, with feedback each time, until you meet the AHA passing standard. That's what keeps it stress free.
Can I do BLS, ACLS and PALS in one visit?
Yes. Book back-to-back one-hour slots, each course booked separately, and finish each online portion first. Check the Frederick calendar for open times.
Your card and your employer's rules
After you pass the online course and the skills check, your official American Heart Association eCard is issued the same day. If you're renewing more than one certification, check each requirement separately. Training a team? We also offer mobile workplace training and group discounts.
FAQ
What happens at the Frederick verification station?
You complete a self-guided, hands-on skills check on AHA manikins at 9001 Old National Pike, Frederick, MD 21704, after finishing the AHA online course.
Is it Official American Heart Association certification?
Yes. Same Day CPR is powered by Bayside CPR, founded in 2012, an Official American Heart Association National Training Center. You receive an official AHA eCard.
How long until I get my card?
Same day. Your AHA eCard is issued the day you pass the online course and the skills check.
What if I don't pass?
You get unlimited attempts until you pass.
Is BLS only for healthcare workers?
No. BLS is for anyone, including students, caregivers, coaches and new hires.
Can I take several courses in one trip?
Yes. Book back-to-back one-hour slots, each course booked separately.
What are the Frederick station hours?
The station is open 7:00 AM–7:00 PM daily. You can book online 24/7.
Related
- Book a skills session at our Frederick station
- Frederick BLS certification · ACLS · PALS
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Before you leave
Check that your online course, your skills booking and your employer's card requirement all name the same course. Confirm the Frederick address and your appointment time. Questions? See the station page for details. Book in Frederick.
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