We compared 4 online cpr & first aid certification programs available to US learners. 4 of them have a full editorial score so far, built from five published criteria. Published prices range from $9.95 to $1,498.
Ordered by our editorial score, never by commission. Filters only hide programs; they don't change the order.
Workers who need a nationally accepted online CPR card fast, with an optional hands-on skills evaluation.
Working healthcare professionals who need a fast, online ACLS, PALS or BLS certification or renewal with CME credits.
People who need an inexpensive online CPR, First Aid or BLS card quickly and can confirm their employer accepts online-only training.
People who need a quick online CPR or First Aid certificate and want to pay only after passing.
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| Program | Score | Price | Duration | Format | Accreditation | Free trial |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.8 | $39.95 – $59.95 | About 3.5 to 5.5 hours of video depending on course; certificate valid 2 years. | Self-paced | Follows AHA and ECC/ILCOR guidelines; approved by hundreds of state and health boards (per ProCPR); accredited continuing education available. | — | |
| 8.6 | $119 – $1,498 | Self-paced online; free training materials, exam with unlimited retakes | Self-paced | Accredited for up to 8 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits via the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine (PIM) | Free online training materials and practice test before paying for certification | |
| 8.5 | $9.95 – $119 | Online, self-paced; CEUs of 2.0-6.0 available depending on course. | Self-paced | "Accredited by 100+ Boards" (per the site); the site notes there is no national government body that accredits CPR certification. | Free CPR class online. | |
| 8.4 | $29.99 – $59.99 | Self-paced online. | Self-paced | Described as "fully accredited" (accrediting bodies not named on the homepage). | — |
“—” means the information was not published or not yet checked. Data from official program pages, last checked October 5, 2026.
Based on our editorial score, ProTrainings / ProCPR (ProCPR (ProTrainings) Online CPR Certification) ranks first at 8.8/10. Best for: Workers who need a nationally accepted online CPR card fast, with an optional hands-on skills evaluation.
Among the programs we checked that publish a price, prices run from $9.95 to $1,498. Prices change often, so check the official site before you enroll.
We rank programs by an editorial score built from five criteria (curriculum, credibility, value, flexibility and support). Affiliate commissions never influence the order. Programs we have not scored yet are listed after scored ones.