CPR certification is generally valid for two years. This applies to certifications issued by major organizations like the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Red Cross. After two years, you need to renew your certification by taking a refresher course to stay up-to-date with the latest CPR techniques and guidelines. This renewal ensures that your skills remain sharp and effective in emergencies since CPR knowledge and protocols can change over time and skills may degrade without practice.
Some other certifications related to first aid or healthcare might have slightly different validity periods, but the standard CPR certification validity is two years.
