Can I get CPR certified the same day in Aurora? Yes. At the self-guided Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station at 581 Sullivan Rd, Suite A, Aurora, IL 60506, 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 Aurora for booking.
TL;DR
- Address: 581 Sullivan Rd, Suite A, Aurora, IL 60506.
- 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 Aurora station
What happens at the Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station in Aurora?
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 Aurora 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 Aurora station and park
The Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station in Aurora is at 581 Sullivan Rd, Suite A, Aurora, IL 60506.
Our Same Day CPR self-guided station is located at 581 Sullivan Road, Suite A, Aurora, IL 60506.
Station hours are 7:00 AM–7:00 PM daily. Online booking is open 24/7. Use your booked appointment time.
Parking:
- As you enter the parking lot from the traffic circle, you will find plenty of parking available.
Finding the station:
- You will enter the building through the rear entrance, so please follow the path around the left side of the building.
- After entering the office, you will see the manikin.
- Turn on the computer (touchscreen) and log in to your account.
- Then, simply follow the prompts displayed on the computer.
- When you have finished, please remember to clean up after your skills session and ensure the office door is locked behind you.
- Important Notes.
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
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 Aurora 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 Aurora verification station?
You complete a self-guided, hands-on skills check on AHA manikins at 581 Sullivan Rd, Suite A, Aurora, IL 60506, 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 Aurora 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 Aurora station
- Aurora BLS certification · ACLS · PALS
- All Illinois 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 Aurora address and your appointment time. Questions? See the station page for details. Book in Aurora.
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