We had an on site CPR and First Aid training led by William and he was absolutely amazing! He was…read moreincredibly thorough and so knowledgeable.

I had my class with Manara McCob and she is fantastic! She was able to roll with the punches and…read moreadapt to the situation. On top of it class was entertaining and informative! I really appreciate the hands on training aspect as it helped me understand better how to do cpr.

I had my class with Tiffany Brown, and she was amazing. She made the class very entertaining and…read morenot boring at all. The pace was perfect, and she explained everything clearly. Overall, it was a very good class and a great learning experience.

I took my ASLS Prehospital and Inhospital Provider and Instructor course and I highly recommend…read morethis course to prehospital EMS, RN'S, NP, MD. It a comprehensive ASLS course where one assess a pt with normal sx, abnormal AIS sx and a full pt with gross motor AIS sx with return demonstration of abnormalities and treatment interventions. Chris the Instructor conducted the course along with Sephie and Daniel other Instructor assisted the course. Chris has a wealth of medical knowledge, training and made the course successful for my certification. The Team at Express Training Solutions are on top of the game with AHA course. I highly recommend ETS for all your AHA certification and other courses.

I took the BLS class with Kahlil in Poway and I definitely recommend him. The class was small which…read moremade a huge difference. I received amazing feedback and had all of my questions answered. In a larger class, I definitely wouldn't have had that experience especially since I'm usually shy about asking questions. Yolanda was great as well. She scheduled me for a class quickly and even followed up afterward to make sure I received my certification card. Bonus that the class was only $49, compared to another agency I was looking at that charged $90. Overall an 11/10 experience!!

I love this place. I've renewed every two years here. I love it!…read more They are so helpful. And I learn a lot. Love Cynthia and Yolanda. So flexible with crazy healthcare schedule. Love!

Seriously! Sent Nathan a message asking to get a private BLS recertification training going and he…read morewas so responsive and so great. He truly went above and beyond to make my experience educational and meaningful. One of the best CPR courses I've ever taken (and I've taken about 10!) I would absolutely recommend Nathan to all of my friends, family, and co-workers in the medical field. He truly goes out of his way to support each individual person. Grateful to have found Nathan and get up to date on my CPR skills. Thanks Nathan!

Today a group of friends and I, all of who are grandparents (or very soon to be), took a Private…read moreInfant & Child CPR and Choking Relief Workshop with Nathan. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. Nathan was incredibly friendly and made all of us feel comfortable from the start. Nathan provided clear, thorough instruction in a way that was easy to follow. He was well organized, and his approachable manner made it easy to ask questions. We left feeling confident in our skills and would highly recommend CPR Advantage to anyone seeking CPR training.

Mike was an outstanding ACLS instructor at NEO. He has a clear, engaging teaching style that makes…read moreeven the most complex concepts easy to understand. He focused on real-world application, not just memorization, which made a huge difference in confidence and retention. What really sets Mike apart is his ability to break down rhythm interpretation and ACLS algorithms in a practical, high-yield way. He created a supportive learning environment where questions were encouraged, and he made sure everyone truly understood the material before moving on. His experience, patience, and passion for teaching were evident throughout the course. I walked away feeling well-prepared, more confident in emergency situations, and genuinely grateful for the quality of instruction. Highly recommend Mike to anyone taking ACLS--top-tier instructor.

I recently renewed my PALS and ACLS certifications at Nurses Educational Opportunities (NEO) and,…read moreas always, had a fantastic experience. The registration process was quick and easy, and I promptly received an email with clear instructions and comprehensive study materials. Parking was plentiful, which is always a bonus. The highlight of my experience was Instructor Mike--hands down one of the best instructors I've encountered. He brought a great sense of humor to the class. He explained the content well and tailored the instruction to meet the learning needs of all participants. Mike frequently checked in to ensure everyone was on track and understood the material. What stood out most was how seamlessly he navigated the differences between real-world practice and AHA standards, often prefacing explanations with, "In the AHA hospital..." or "In practice, you would...," which made the content more relatable and easier to retain. I've been taking certification and renewal courses at NEO for years and will absolutely return when it's time to renew again. For full transparency: I do not work for NEO and have not been paid to leave this review--I just genuinely appreciate the consistent quality of their courses and instructors. Highly recommended!

I have used this company before for standard BLS recerts in the year past…read more I recently attending an ACLS provider class that I really enjoyed. As a non nursing medical professional I am not required to have an ACLS cert, but I felt passionately that myself and others that work in hospitals should be aware of how Advanced Life Support works and what general concepts are covered beyond BLS. I will make it a routine to repeat the ACLS class in the years to come because they did such a great job at STAR to put students in simulations that you will actually encounter in healthcare. A big thank you to Patrick for being so knowledgeable, engaging, and kind in the class. Also thank you to Amber for being so communicative with scheduling and any questions I had during enrollment. This team truly just want health care workers- and beyond- to have the knowledge on how to save peoples lives. Thanks again! John

I have been going to Star CPR for over 10 years. They have seen me through my different paths of…read moretravel nursing, RN staff, and now nurse practitioner. They are convenient for me as their location is so close to my house, and all of the instructors are great! I have taken many BLS and ACLS classes with them and highly recommend!

Supposedly BROKE GUINNESS RECORD with 3400 participants--but didn't register. Bummer…read more Nearly a 5 hour ordeal and still 5 stars!!! Great job American Red Cross! Here's what happened: Wanted to get up early to take the earlier classes to avoid the rush since it's every hour from 7-1 pm for registration with the last class supposedly at 1 pm. The CPR process is reported to take about 3.5 hours. 10:00-11:15 am: Got up and got ready, taking care of what I got to take care of before leaving and grabbing my ID, cash (at least $20 to be safe), and camera. 11:15-11:45 am: Drove to San Diego Concourse where it's taking place. Paid $5 for parking at the location (YAY for reduced CPR Saturday rate). 11:45 am: Took elevator down to street level and went WTF. There's like 300-400 people in line! 11:45-12:00 pm: Got in the wrong part of line and cut a bunch of pissed off people who finally spoke up 5 minutes later. The line weaved like crazy, I thought I was at the end. Got to the end. Chitchat with people and realize I needed to grab a clipboard, register, and stand in a different line. 12:00-12:30 pm: Bubbled my registration and register to get a wristband that was my ticket in. During the wait, a guy announce once you have the wristband, you can wait in a line or just sit anywhere until your hour is called. 12:30-1:00 pm: Walked to Wendy's a short walk away and grabbed breakfast/lunch. 1:00-1:50 pm: Headed back to San Diego Concourse and ate lunch and waited. Things were running behind 45 minutes so the 1pm session was at 1:45 pm. 1:50-2:45 pm: Waited until everyone that was in the line went in and went in myself. Even though there were about 300-500 people my session, the line moved in under 10 minutes. There's no reason to wait in line unless you wanted good seats. The front row was the last to fill up anyways, so got a front row seat. Watched a 45 minute video. Don't expect it to be super entertaining or have great acting. The video is suppose to teach you CPR and that's what it does. No further comment. They announced more than 3000 people have done CPR training today with more to train at an additional session at 2pm since they didn't want to turn away anyone that came in time. 2:45-2:50 pm: Took written test and got 100%!!! 2:50-3:05 pm: Waited in line to do CPR demo on real person. 3:05-3:30 pm: Did CPR demo with an assigned partner since I came alone. 3:30-3:40 pm: Waited in line to do CPR demo on dummy. 3:40-4:00 pm: Trained on dummy. 4:00-4:30 pm: Got certificate and headed home. Too pooped to go shopping at that point. Yes, it was a long ordeal but it's FREE and now I can possibly save someone's life. If you want a shorter time frame, arrive early. Don't hate.

George is a great instructor! He is very personable, very communicative in person and via email. A…read morefriend of mine recommended him when I was looking to renew my BLS and I've been coming back every 2 years. I think my most recent BLS course with him was my 3rd consecutive renewal session. He does a great job at explaining all of the important information we learned on the learning modules during the in-person skills training. He gives live feedback on your performance, and offer suggestions on how to improve/modify your technique. It's also a same day certification, which means the certificate is available within 5-15 minutes after the class. Highly recommend if you're looking into taking a BLS/First Aid courses!

Though not required for my role, my work pays for CPR classes for healthcare professionals. For…read moreme, it is important to stay up to date on my skills, as well as the updates for performing CPR successfully. A few days ago, I completed my second CPR certification through iMaster CPR, as my first was just over two years ago. iMaster CPR is in a small suite in an office complex in Mission Valley. It is easy to find and has plenty of parking. The classroom itself is not the most comfortable, as it is very small, and a bit on the warm, stuffy side. I had also wished that I had brought a bottle of water with me, as there was none available. George has been the instructor both times. He is a kind and funny person who walks around gently correcting our practice and sets us up for success on the written exam. At the end of class we downloaded a certification from the American Heart Association after we pass the short exam. iMaster CPR does a good job of giving us the required skills for certification in approximately two hours. I will say, for someone such as myself, who doesn't "need" the certification, but wants to carefully learn the skills, I would prefer a longer course with even more hands- on experience. All in all, I am grateful that I was able to take this course to stay up to date with my basic CPR skills. The instructor is good it is conveniently located.

The best class I've taking in years, very informative and hands on.. I'll definitely be back when…read moreit's time to renew my cpr card

The class wasn't very structured or thorough. It just seemed very rushed and hasty and a little…read moresloppy. At one point, I tried to ask her a question about whether the breathing part actually delivers enough oxygen, but her answer was for a different question. I felt like she didn't take the time to listen to what I was asking. The CPR training was reasonable, but the First-Aid part was barely addressed. I recently completed a NOLS/WMS Wilderness First-Aid course through REI, and I felt like I learned so much there. And while being in the wilderness may be a significant difference in circumstances, the injuries are not. Blisters, heat-exhaustion, impalements, etc. can all happen anywhere, especially with children. But in the end they were quick to respond to my email, and I got my certification in less than 2 hours, on a holiday weekend no less, so I guess I should be happy with that. I'm just not someone who's looking for an 'easy A'. It's kind of sad, because many of the students that come here are working for schools or the YMCA, and they're supposedly the ones trained to handle your children in emergency situations.

Had an amazing experience with the WCEMT San Diego location (Aka get Spencer as the instructor). As…read morea newbie into healthcare/emergency services etc and without any previous knowledge like anatomy classes etc, I had so much to learn, just listen in lectures and you'll pass and do great. I did the accelerated course for 5 weeks Mon-Thu 8am-5pm. Tips: 1. whether you have general knowledge of the topics covered in an EMT course or not, acknowledge that you are gonna be digesting a lottttt of new information. Get good sleep, take your notes, apply yourself don't just show up to class and expect to pass 2. Create a good set up. I did my sign/symptoms homework over the weekend in addition to the online JBL quizzes. (both graded). This way during the week all I had to worry about was learning new information, being ahead, and studying for the in person quiz and exam. 3. Ask questions, the instructor is a tool that you can use. They are always there to help you and want you to succeed. Super knowledgeable and helpful, just have the courage to ask questions, especially when it's needed. 4. Sign up for your 2 required EMS rides early, if you do them in the second or third week it's better. A lot of the students including myself put dates for the last 2 weeks of the course, however EMS services can only have so many ride alongs.Hence, I just finished the course and am taking my 2nd ride along the week after because it was backed up. Do it early. 5. Make friends in the class and help each other out. We were all able to bond over the topics that were harder to learn etc, it ended up helping a lot. Everyone the first week is obviously nervous but everyone is super nice just put yourself out there. 6. When your class is studying together for the quiz or exam and Spencer is talking, listen CAREFULLY to what he says, if he repeats something or says it slowly, it's for a reason, study it for the quiz/exam. You will be doing yourself the biggest disadvantage if you don't listen to the instructor in class. 7. The skills assessments. You get out what you put in. Skills instructors are there to help teach you and correct you in practice, but be able to make mistakes and learn before skills testing day. 8. Manage your time effectively. Some students understood the information better than others and were able to enjoy themselves more outside of class time, for students like myself, the information was hard to grasp and the extra time outside of class is needed to study more. Expect to be done with class, go home and study what you learned. 9. Quizlet helps a lot, however cross check the information on there with your notes. (the book wasn't really much of help). But Spencer goes over all of the important topics in detail. Quizlet is good for practice but know your definitions and how things work. 10. Not everyone in the class but most were taken as a prerequisite for Fire Service. Super nice to network with everyone on this journey and get more information about the different routes people are on. I believe we started with 60 individuals and ended with 40 passing or so. Overall, the class was not that difficult if you followed these. At a bare minimum, turn everything in on time, keep up in the class or get ahead, LISTEN to the instructor. Great experience. Also the Cargo Cafe coffee shop there is phenomenal. Very convenient. About to take NREMT, super confident and studying pocket prep after the class. Goodluck y'all.

I just completed the 5 week course with Crystal Wyant. She's a great instructor. I came in with…read moreyears of EMS experience and was humbled. Out of a starting class of 50 only 12 of us finished. THIS IS NOT AN EASY PROGRAM! If one wants to do well he or she better dedicate a lot of their time studying for this course. Keep ahead of the required reading and REALLY MASTER the signs and symptoms of shock, cardiac, stroke and diabetes disorders or your you're giving them $1500.00 for free