Answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about getting CPR & First Aid certified.

Is it legal to not perform CPR if you are certified?

You do not have to perform CPR, even if you are certified. There are no laws in the United States requiring someone to perform CPR, even if they are CPR certified. You always have the right to choose when and if to perform CPR. This Good Samaritan Laws by state map can tell you the specific law to your state.