
About Us
We train everyday people and professionals how to respond confidently in real emergencies—not just pass a class.
Taught by certified first responders with real-world experience.
Why We Do This
Our instructors are real first responders—paramedics, ER professionals, and nurses—who train you for real emergencies, not just a test.
Learn simple, hands-on skills you can use when it matters most.
Our instructors aren't just certified — they're ER professionals, paramedics, and nurses with real-world emergency experience.
Emergencies don't wait. Cardiac arrest, choking, and severe bleeding can happen anywhere — at home, at work, or in public. In those first critical minutes, the person nearby makes the difference.
That's why we focus on simple, hands-on training that prepares you to act quickly and confidently. No fluff, no confusion — just real skills you can use when it matters most.

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Meet the Team
Our instructors are not just certified — they are active firefighters, paramedics, and emergency professionals who have handled real emergencies. When you train with us, you learn from people who have done this work in the real world.

Founder & Lead Instructor
Bob founded Take Action CPR with a mission to make life-saving training accessible to everyone. With years of experience as a firefighter and paramedic, he brings real-world emergency knowledge to every class. He leads the instructional team and ensures every course meets the highest standards.
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Lead Instructor
Kyle is a dedicated paramedic who specializes in making complex medical procedures easy to understand. His calm, patient teaching style helps students build confidence quickly. He focuses on hands-on practice so students leave ready to respond in real emergencies.

Health & Safety Instructor
Sabastian combines his experience as a firefighter and paramedic to teach practical, scenario-based CPR and first aid. He emphasizes teamwork and quick decision-making in high-pressure situations. Students appreciate his energy and ability to make training engaging.

Health & Safety Instructor
Jonathan brings a unique blend of emergency medical and tactical training expertise. As an EMT-B and certified firearms instructor, he teaches students to stay calm and think clearly under pressure. His diverse background makes him an invaluable part of the team.

Health & Safety Instructor
Elisabeth has a gift for connecting with students of all backgrounds. She specializes in pediatric CPR and first aid training for parents, teachers, and daycare workers. Her compassionate approach ensures every student feels supported and confident by the end of class.

Health & Safety Instructor
Nicole excels at creating an inclusive, supportive classroom environment. She tailors her teaching to the needs of each group — whether it's corporate teams, healthcare workers, or community members. Her attention to detail ensures no student is left behind.

Health & Safety Instructor
Missy is a firefighter and paramedic who knows what it takes to perform under pressure. She brings that same intensity and focus to her teaching, pushing students to master skills that could one day save a life. Her classes are rigorous, practical, and deeply rewarding.

Health & Safety Instructor
Ryan's decades of experience as a firefighter and paramedic give him a perspective few instructors can match. Now retired from active duty, he dedicates his time to passing on life-saving knowledge. His stories from the field make every lesson memorable and impactful.

Health & Safety Instructor
Amber is a Registered Nurse with extensive pediatric and critical care experience. She teaches CPR, AED, First Aid, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification classes throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of St. Francis and began her career in pediatric care at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab before advancing to the Cardiac ICU at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital. Known for her energetic teaching style and real-world healthcare experience, Amber is dedicated to helping students feel confident, prepared, and ready to act in emergencies.

Front Office Admin
Barbara keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes. From scheduling classes to answering questions, she ensures every student has a seamless experience from first contact to certification.

Business Development Manager
Adam works with businesses, schools, and organizations across Chicago to set up group CPR training programs. He understands the compliance requirements different industries face and builds custom training solutions for teams of any size.
Learn from instructors with real experience in hospitals and emergency care settings.
Paramedics and emergency responders who know what matters in real situations.
Every class follows American Heart Association standards and is nationally recognized.
Focused training designed to prepare you for real-life emergencies, not just pass a test.
Why People Trust Us
Real experience. Simple training. Skills that actually matter.
Taught by paramedics, ER professionals, and real responders.
Practice real CPR skills—not just watch videos.
Step-by-step training anyone can follow.
Official AHA certification accepted nationwide.
Serving Chicago with convenient local classes.
Our certifications are accepted nationwide for CPR and emergency response training.
Our certifications meet nationally accepted standards for CPR and emergency response training.
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