STATE DIRECTORY
Find CPR certification classes in Michigan. New classes are added regularly.
CERTIFICATION TYPES
ABOUT
Whether you need CPR certification for your job, to meet school requirements, or for personal preparedness, Michigan has accredited training centers offering American Red Cross, American Heart Association, and ASHI classes. Most classes include hands-on skills practice and take between 2–6 hours to complete. Certifications are typically valid for two years.
STATE LAW
Michigan requires all childcare staff working directly with children to obtain infant, child, and adult CPR and First Aid certification within 90 days of hiring, and child care centers must have at least 50% of program staff certified before receiving or renewing their license. Under Public Act 110 of 2023, teachers first employed after August 2023 must complete CPR/First Aid as part of their 15 days of professional development. Online CPR training is accepted only with an in-person skills test. Both AHA and Red Cross certifications are recognized across the state.
WHO NEEDS CPR CERTIFICATION?
ACCEPTED CERTIFICATION BODIES
NOTABLE REGULATIONS
Michigan requires all childcare staff working directly with children to obtain CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days of hire. Child care centers must ensure at least 50% of program staff are certified before license issuance and renewal. Public Act 110 of 2023 modified teacher CPR requirements: teachers first employed after August 1, 2023 must complete CPR/First Aid as part of professional development. Online CPR training requires an in-person skills test.
