Can I get CPR certified the same day in Alexandria? Yes. At the self-guided Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station at 5290 Shawnee Rd, 2nd Floor, Suite 1, Alexandria, VA 22312, 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 Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM (closed weekends). See the Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station page for Alexandria for booking.
TL;DR
- Address: 5290 Shawnee Rd, 2nd Floor, Suite 1, Alexandria, VA 22312.
- 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: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM (closed weekends).
Ready to go? Book a skills session at our Alexandria station
What happens at the Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station in Alexandria?
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 Alexandria 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 Alexandria station and park
The Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station in Alexandria is at 5290 Shawnee Rd, 2nd Floor, Suite 1, Alexandria, VA 22312.
Station hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM (closed weekends). Online booking is open 24/7. Use your booked appointment time.
Parking:
- Parking is available in front of the building.
Finding the station:
- Enter through the double glass doors, take the elevator to the 2nd floor, and go to Suite 200.
- Inside, you’ll find the Self-Guided station for AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
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.
Nearby healthcare and schools
Staff and students at places near the Alexandria station often need AHA cards, including Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital. 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 Alexandria 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 Alexandria verification station?
You complete a self-guided, hands-on skills check on AHA manikins at 5290 Shawnee Rd, 2nd Floor, Suite 1, Alexandria, VA 22312, 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 Alexandria station hours?
The station is open Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM (closed weekends). You can book online 24/7.
Related
- Book a skills session at our Alexandria station
- Tysons station
- Alexandria BLS certification · ACLS · PALS
- All Virginia locations
Before you leave
Check that your online course, your skills booking and your employer's card requirement all name the same course. Confirm the Alexandria address and your appointment time. Questions? See the station page for details. Book in Alexandria.
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