Serving Harford County, Maryland

Training that helps you respond with confidence.

Practical, instructor-led CPR and emergency cardiovascular care training for healthcare teams, workplaces, and our community.

Find your course Call 410-929-4845

Small-group instruction
Same-day certification cards
On-site options available

Local instructors. Real experience.

Healthcare professionals leading every class

Be ready.Skills that matter when seconds do.

Healthcare providersBusinesses & schoolsFamilies & community groups

Choose your training

The right course, taught the right way.

Initial and renewal courses are available in a focused, supportive setting—without the big-class feel.

Healthcare

BLS Provider

AHA Basic Life Support training for healthcare professionals and first responders.

Advanced care

ACLS

Team-based training for recognizing and managing adult cardiovascular emergencies.

Pediatric care

PALS

Focused preparation for assessing and treating critically ill infants and children.

Community

CPR & AED

Heartsaver training for anyone who wants to act quickly during a cardiac emergency.

Everyday response

First Aid

Practical first aid skills for workplaces, caregivers, coaches, and community members.

Bleeding control

Stop the Bleed

Hands-on training to recognize life-threatening bleeding and take immediate action.

Not sure which course you need? We’ll help you choose.

Talk with an instructor

Meet your instructors

Healthcare experience you can learn from.

Rapid Response CPR is locally owned and led by instructors who bring real emergency and critical-care experience into the classroom.

AHA instructor-led trainingClear instruction. Hands-on practice. Supportive feedback.

Rapid Response CPR owners Alexander Raja and Katherine McCreesh — **Alex & Katherine**Local owners. Healthcare professionals. Hands-on instructors.

Co-owner & instructor

Alexander Raja, NRP

AHA BLS, ACLS & PALS Instructor
Stop the Bleed Instructor
Career paramedic and EMS professional

Co-owner & instructor

Katherine McCreesh, RN, MSN

AHA BLS & ACLS Instructor
Experienced ICU nurse
Healthcare-focused skills coaching

Good to know

Questions before class?

Here are the answers students ask us most. If yours is not here, you can speak directly with an instructor.

Call 410-929-4845

Do I receive my certification card the same day?

Yes. After you successfully complete your course requirements, your certification card is issued the same day.

How do I know whether I need an initial or renewal course?

Choose a renewal course if you currently hold the same unexpired provider certification. If your card has expired or this is your first course, choose the initial option. Call us if you are unsure—we will help you choose correctly.

Where are classes held?

Small-group classes are available in the Abingdon area. We also offer on-site training throughout Harford County for businesses, schools, healthcare teams, and organized groups.

Can you train our staff at our location?

Yes. On-site classes are available for groups. We can help you select the right course, plan session times, and coordinate training around your team’s schedule.

Is there anything I need to complete before ACLS or PALS?

Initial and renewal ACLS or PALS courses may require current course materials and completion of the applicable precourse work. We will send your exact preparation instructions when your seat is confirmed.

Registration

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Tell us which course you need. We’ll confirm the right session, answer any preparation questions, and hold your place.

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