Can I get CPR certified the same day in Gaithersburg? Yes. At the self-guided Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station at 101 Lakeforest Blvd, 4th Floor, Suite 4, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, 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 Saturday and Sunday. See the Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station page for Gaithersburg for booking.
TL;DR
- Address: 101 Lakeforest Blvd, 4th Floor, Suite 4, Gaithersburg, MD 20877.
- 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 Saturday and Sunday.
Ready to go? Book a skills session at our Gaithersburg station
What happens at the Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station in Gaithersburg?
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 Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg station and park
The Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station in Gaithersburg is at 101 Lakeforest Blvd, 4th Floor, Suite 4, Gaithersburg, MD 20877.
The Same Day CPR Training Station is located at 101 Lakeforest Blvd, 4th Floor, Suite 4, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, in Montgomery County, Maryland.
The training station is located near the Lakeforest shopping area, at the intersection of Lakeforest Boulevard and Route 355 (North Frederick Avenue) in Gaithersburg, Maryland.
Station hours are Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM; closed Saturday and Sunday. Online booking is open 24/7. Use your booked appointment time.
Parking:
- Free parking is available in the front parking lot, and you can park in any open space.
Finding the station:
- Enter through the main lobby doors, continue straight to the elevator, and take it to the 4th floor.
- Upon exiting the elevator, turn left and enter Suite 404 (Local Works Flexible Office Space).
- Walk straight through the lobby area, then turn left down the hall.
- Walk inside; the Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station will be directly in front of you.
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 Gaithersburg station often need AHA cards, including Kaiser Permanente Gaithersburg Medical Center, Montgomery Medical Clinic, MedStar Health: Urgent Care in Gaithersburg at Muddy Branch, All Day Medical Care Clinic. 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 Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg verification station?
You complete a self-guided, hands-on skills check on AHA manikins at 101 Lakeforest Blvd, 4th Floor, Suite 4, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, 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 Gaithersburg station hours?
The station is open Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM; closed Saturday and Sunday. You can book online 24/7.
Related
- Book a skills session at our Gaithersburg station
- Gaithersburg BLS certification · ACLS · PALS
- All Maryland 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 Gaithersburg address and your appointment time. Questions? See the station page for details. Book in Gaithersburg.
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