I always dread renewing my ACLS every 2 years, it's such a gruesome experience with megacodes, EKG…read morereadings, etc. I usually get my renewal through work but this year I decided to try something different. I wanted to try a renewal outside of work with the hopes that it is less stressful. I came across this place through my Yelp search based on the high ratings. When I went to the website, the option to renewal was online portion + skills assessment. I was worried about the skills assessment. I purchased it and scheduled my skills assessment. The online portion is something I have done in the past with my other renewals which really helps prep you with the algorithms and lots of feedback. The online portion is nice because you work at your own pace, on your own time. You must completed the online portion in order to do the skills assessment in person. Before my skills assessment, I received very helpful e-mails to help me pass my skills assessment. They had some videos and helpful tips in the e-mail. When I arrived to the location at San Ramon, I was a little confused as I easily missed the door and was very lost. I called the phone number and they were very helpful in guiding me on where to go. There is NO instructor there, it's just a manikin hooked up to the computer that assesses the skill. I thought the videos helped me pass the skills assessment. I did have to re-do some sections a couple times but the feedback from the computer helped me and I think the e-mail tips clicked after doing the skills assessment. Overall, the skills assessment was definitely less stressful than I expected. It wasn't that bad. I definitely plan to return to do my BLS + ACLS renewal here, it's very chill and at your own pace! I love it. This really eases my anxiety regarding renewal, I would highly recommend for anyone that wants to renew! Everything is at your own pace. You do only have an hour to do the skills assessment, which I felt was PLENTY of time! The skills assessment focuses mainly on the breaths/compressions of CPR and 2:1 teamwork.

I finally decided to take the plunge and do ACLS. Very similar to BLS, except the pediatric…read moreportion you don't have to do. I went to the Castro Valley location, the same location I have used since last year. I love that this location has its own little parking lot in the back and you just follow the instructions which are emailed to you in order to access the office where you will do your skills testing. Not that this is a dealbreaker, but just be aware there is no restroom at this location. Last year I recall there used to be, but they have now locked the adjoining door so you cannot access the restroom if you need to go. The other thing was it doesn't seem that the cart the mannequin is on is able to be moved; or maybe I just couldn't move it? I went in the morning hours and the sun was shining right in my eyes. Just be forewarned if you decide to go to the Castro Valley location - - use the bathroom first and you may want to bring some sunglasses just in case LOL

After having to renew for many years, Safety Training Seminars has a lot of availability and the…read moreonline course was easy to follow, efficient and convenient which I really appreciate.

The class offered by Robert Burlingame was surprisingly fun, knowledgeable/professional and of…read morecourse he made the 3 hours go by in a breeze. Starting with the best prices in the bay for healthcare providers ($60, plus $20 for the book), and easy online registration. Next reason why this place is wonderful is the ability to change the scheduled date of the class. I work night shifts and I had to change the date 3 times prior to finally taking the course: they never charged me a rescheduling fee, and i did it online. They have several classes across the Bay Area. This particular class in concord offered water, coffee and light snacks, and has a restroom within the classroom. Free Parking on site and easy to find in Concord. I highly recommend their services.

I had CPR training today at Adam Safety Training and had an excellent experience. Josh, the owner…read moreand trainer/instructor for today's class, is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and patient. He took the time to answer all of my questions thoroughly and made the material easy to understand. The new facility is very well designed for a successful classroom experience. It was clean, comfortable, and organized, which made the training environment even better. They also provided drinks and snacks, which was a very thoughtful touch. I also appreciated the attention to cleanliness and infection prevention. The CPR manikins were very clean, and each participant was given their own breathing tube, so there was no passing of germs between students. I especially appreciated that Josh was able to accommodate my personal medical condition and ensure I was comfortable throughout the training. His understanding and flexibility were truly appreciated. I have completed CPR training at this company for the past 9 years and have been impressed every time I return for my 2-year renewals. Their consistency, professionalism, and commitment to quality training are outstanding. I highly recommend Adam Safety Training to anyone looking for high-quality CPR instruction.

Great first aid class and very informative. Miss Marlene is fun and makes learning cpr and first…read moreaid fun.

Did my BLS with them for the 3rd time! I signed up the day before and called to make sure my online…read moreportion made it on time before my simulation in the morning and they were able to send me my course quickly. Last time i went to the Antioch location, but this time went to the Concord one off Clayton Rd. I'm glad there are multiple locations to choose from to find the date/time available that work for me. Very easy to find the building. Each time so far has been an easy and pleasant experience, the simulation gives great feedback. I love that i can get it done at my own pace depending on how I do on each module. See you again in 2 years! :)

The most difficult class to pass I have been doing this for many years, ALS, BLS, NALS, PALS…read more Always did very well. It is not rocket science being in the lab part of this. You're going too fast too slow no recoil too much air. Not enough air. Too deep, not deep enough. Ridiculous. When I had one or two corrections got through it the computer started to spin and not giving my results and when I did, it was zero. There was no way it was zero when the computer corrected me twice it was all in the green. I do not advise anyone taking this class. I'd rather sit in the classroom all day and then do this again. My neck, arms and back are in pain I run every day 6 to 7 miles. I am a strong individual . CPR on a real person does not take this much strength. Now I must go and lie down with the heating pad first, I have to buy one. The one star is because I had to give it a star.

Kat is AMAZING!!! As a health care provider who needed an in person class versus a faulty mannequin…read morelook no further. Kat will design the course to your needs and schedule. I will never take CPR anywhere but here. If you are a new parent please I encourage you to call Kat. Her class will equip you to be prepared in any situation. You can never be too safe. Thank you Kat you saved my life today

Kat is amazing! We did a group CPR class and she kept everyone engaged, was so informative and each…read moreperson noted that they left feeling confident about the materials. Kat was so great at pulling this group together, ensuring her statements were landing well, all while being SO entertaining. I'd recommend this class to anyone and everyone. Such a valuable skill/s!!

Got a same day class and loved how the teacher made everything feel so effortless. A great…read morerefresher course. I would definitely recommend this for anyone needing it.

Inquired about in-office BLS CPR training and Patrick responded almost instantly. He was very…read moreinformative and reviewed the content to insure that we understood the material. Prices were fair, we would highly recommend Patrick and Golden State CPR to anyone looking to renew or take CPR. We will be renewing CPR with Patrick again next time.

This is my second time renewing my BLS certification with Safety Training Seminars. The process is…read morestreamlined and always incredibly easy to follow. The first time with just the VAM in the room was more stressful, but the second time was much easier.

Convenient for BLS Renewals…read more Found this company on the American Heart Association website, an approved cite by my college to earn a BLS provider certificate as a nursing student. It was one of the closest options. I had a few bumps in the road, but was satisfied overall. If you are familiar with BLS techniques and just need to renew your certification, this is an outstanding option and one that I will certainly do in the future. There are two parts to the certification. First, you complete an online course. It's conveniently available 24/7 once pushed to you. It must be completed before your scheduled exam. It was loaded with helpful videos to pass the course. Then, you attend the exam which is an assessment of your new skills. It sounds scary but it's not. The computer prompts you with helpful instructions to pass. Heads-up, there is no staff at the center. You will receive a code to let you in at your scheduled time. Once there, sanitize your hands at the table, put gloves on, grab the ambu bags, sign into the computer, and follow the instructions. If you know what you are doing, you'll be done in 20 minutes. This process is so efficient. I loved having full autonomy over my success. You will too!

Came here to do my ACLS and PALS hands-on skills portion with John and it was a great experience!…read moreMy work was nice enough to pay for me to get my ACLS and PALS done so I signed up for the hybrid class. I was able to do the modules online and then do the hands-on training in San Ramon. Quite honestly, I always dread my BLS class so I definitely was not looking forward to this. John was super knowledgeable and made the concepts easy to understand!

I've been attending classes here for years, and they have always been professional, patient, and of…read morethe highest integrity. The instructors truly understand that everyone learns at a different pace, and they take the time to make sure you feel supported. I highly recommend them for anyone looking for quality training and a respectful learning environment.