CPR Classes for Daycare Workers — Illinois DCFS Compliant Certification

Yes. Illinois DCFS requires all licensed daycare center staff and home daycare providers to maintain current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification. This applies to all staff who work directly with children, including part-time and substitute employees. Expired certifications can result in DCFS citations or license suspension.

Illinois DCFS requires Pediatric First Aid + CPR certification, which covers infant CPR (0-12 months), child CPR (1-8 years), choking relief, allergic reactions, and common childhood emergencies. Standard adult CPR alone does not meet DCFS requirements. Our AHA Pediatric First Aid + CPR course meets all Illinois licensing standards.

CPR and First Aid certification must be renewed every 2 years. DCFS inspectors verify current certification cards during licensing inspections. We recommend renewing 30-60 days before expiration to avoid any gap in compliance.

Yes. On-site daycare CPR training is one of our most popular services. We bring all equipment to your facility and can train your entire staff in one session. This minimizes disruption to your operations and ensures all staff are certified at the same time. Group rates start at $115/person for 4+ staff.

Individual Pediatric First Aid + CPR certification is $145 per person. Group training for daycare centers starts at $115/person for 4+ staff. All classes include same-day AHA certification cards, all materials, and DCFS-compliant documentation.

Yes. Our American Heart Association Pediatric First Aid + CPR certification meets all Illinois DCFS licensing requirements for daycare centers, home daycare providers, and preschools. Our cards are accepted by DCFS inspectors statewide.

An expired CPR certification can result in a DCFS citation during your next inspection. In serious cases, it can affect your facility's license status. We recommend tracking all staff expiration dates and scheduling renewals 30-60 days in advance. We can help you set up a renewal tracking system.

Yes. We regularly certify entire daycare staffs in a single on-site session. We can accommodate groups of 4 to 40+ staff members. We work around your schedule — before opening, during nap time, or after closing — to minimize disruption to your childcare operations.