Have used them for both my CPR certifications in 2023 and 2025, no issues! Michael is a great…read moreinstructor!

Wonderful experience! Mike and Team could not have provided…read morebetter instructions. Definitely will use again for renewal as well as recommended to all I know.

Excellent course and run very efficiently, both the on-line portion as well as the in-person…read morecomponent. Be sure to complete the whole on-line portion in advance, and take a screen shot or bring a print out of your completion certificate to the in-person training. And come on time! I see a Yelp of 1-star from someone who arrived 12 minutes late. You will get so many texts and emails in advance telling you to 100% be on-time or you will not be permitted to participate in the in-person training and you will not get a refund. This was relayed to me very clearly, several times. No problem with that policy at all, and I am sorry that the couple who were late were not permitted to take the class, but I totally understand. We started right on time and there was a ton of material presented in the first 12 minutes, so if someone came late, I would not have appreciated having to start over. So I am glad Falcon has that policy and would encourage them to stick with it. Our instructor, Nadia, was one of the best CPR instructors I've ever had. I have been in healthcare 30 years, so have taken a BLS course about 15 times, and she made it so easy for everyone, time just flew. We really did use nearly the whole 3 hours and she packed in a ton of great information, then offered an additional free 15-minute bonus class about Naloxone. Nadia is a great presenter. She invited and fielded all the questions, gave options for positioning, and had us practice each skill until we were able to demonstrate it fully and correctly. I really liked the addition of the adult-size choking practice vests that come with an inflated bladder in front so the person performing the maneuver can really feel how much force is needed to dislodge the item causing the choking. That was new for me, and I thought it was a nice addition to the class. Only suggestion is to move this class to a location that doesn't require stairs. I can navigate stairs well now, but not always. And someone like my mother, or anyone in a wheelchair, wouldn't be able to get up and down the stairs required for the class (in basement) or up to the bathroom and back down (second floor). I didn't see an elevator, but maybe there is one that I didn't see, but I looked for one.

We had a great experience Falcon CPR!! I would highly recommend them for all your CPR training!read more

Christa was awesome! She was super informative and the class was not boring at all. She kept…read moreengaging with the students and never made anyone feel uncomfortable. She really enforced all the new rules that the American Heart Association changed. No appointment needed, fee was much less than other places and also if you're renewing, you get a $5 discount! I would recommend taking the class here. I had zero problems with signing in or getting things set up.

I have been attending ACLS, PALS, and CPR courses at the Peterson location since 1996. For many…read moreyears, I had Ms. G. Limos as my instructor, and she set the standard for what a great instructor should be: punctual, respectful, approachable, knowledgeable, and able to create a comfortable learning environment where students feel encouraged to ask questions. The classes were always efficient, engaging, and respectful of the fact that many attendees are experienced healthcare professionals. Unfortunately, my recent experience at the Foster location with Ms. Eun Goldstein was the complete opposite and, without question, the worst ACLS/CPR class I have attended in my entire nursing career. At the beginning of class, she confidently stated that she was "the best ACLS instructor you will ever have." Such a statement naturally sets very high expectations. However, while she may be knowledgeable about the course material, knowledge alone does not translate into being an effective educator. A great instructor teaches, guides, encourages, and builds confidence. Unfortunately, the teaching style I experienced was rude, intimidating, and condescending. I have 12 years of experience as an ER nurse and open-heart ICU nurse, and I worked as an in-house registry nurse in the Rush Oak Park Emergency Department while also working full-time in AMITA Health BH. Despite this diverse clinical background, I was publicly belittled when she made comments implying that because I work in psychiatric nursing, I "do not know anything." She laughed in front of the class, which was humiliating, unprofessional, and completely inappropriate. During mock codes, students were frequently called out or criticized in a manner that felt more humiliating than educational. On one occasion, I answered a question correctly according to ACLS guidelines, but was criticized for giving a "bookish" answer because it was not the exact response she wanted in a real-life scenario. I also witnessed other students being spoken to in a manner I found unacceptable. A Loyola student who struggled to answer a question was referred to as "low class," and a new graduate nurse was told they had a "poor education" because they did not understand her question. Those comments have no place in a professional educational environment. Communication was also a significant challenge. Many students had difficulty understanding her explanations throughout the class, yet asking questions did not feel welcomed. At the beginning of the course, she specifically instructed the class not to ask her questions. A student sitting in the front row was publicly reprimanded for looking into their bag while she was speaking and was told, "All eyes in front of me. What are you doing?" ACLS and CPR classes are meant to strengthen clinical skills, critical thinking, confidence, and teamwork during high-stress emergencies. Students attending these courses include experienced nurses, new graduates, and healthcare professionals from different specialties. Every student deserves to be treated with patience, dignity, and respect. Paying $150 for a class where students feel intimidated, embarrassed, and afraid to participate is extremely disappointing. For anyone seeking a professional, respectful, and engaging ACLS experience, I strongly recommend the Peterson location with Ms. Gloria Limos. She demonstrates what an exceptional instructor should be--knowledgeable, approachable, and committed to helping students succeed. I sincerely hope the Foster location addresses these concerns, because clinical expertise alone does not make someone a great educator. Professionalism, humility, communication, and respect for students are equally important. My advice to future students: choose your instructor carefully.

Took the BNAT class about 3 years ago, and let me tell you, I still keep in contact with Sheila…read more(the director of admissions) and Ms. Sanders (theory and clinical instructor). My program was about 2 months long consisting of one month of theory/lab and one month of clinical. It was an amazing experience and I would never second guess the decision I made to enroll at this school. Before the program starts you take an admissions test consisting of basic math and english, physical, etc. My program at the time was $850, and extra $90 for the textbook and workbook. I believe the school sold a package with all the supplies we needed (stethoscope, sphygmomanometer, digital thermometer, etc.) or you can purchase them on my own which I did. Scrubs were also sold at the school with the schools logo, but I opted out and bought my own (for a cheaper price lol). If you were thinking about buying them online or anywhere before your clinical and if they haven't changed it yet, its maroon/burgundy scrub pants and a white scrub top! --Program-- Pros: - My classmates and I were a tight knit, even those who weren't in our clinical group (clinical were split between two groups (10 of us were from 7a-11a and the other 10 did 11a-3p). We still talk to this day - most of us graduated nursing school already! - This program is a great step if you want to get to know your feet wet into the nursing world - it teaches you a lot - The material itself isn't relatively hard - review a little each day and you'll pass those tests with flying colors! - You get amazing experience depending on where your clinical site was (the site for our cohort/batch was at one that was really nice and let us learn a lot) - You never get sent out alone to do things in clinical - you always work in pairs - This is just from personal experience but I had 3 job offers waiting for me at amazing hospitals even BEFORE I finished the program and got certified! (With the help of letters of recommendations from Ms. Sanders of course) - Even after the class ICI offered 3 review sessions before we took the certification exam (our program ended in December and the closest test date was mid January) - I took this program while my other friend was taking it at a competing school - we looked at each others notes, syllabi, and test prep (ICI is far superior at preparing you for your certification exam) Cons: **Theres nothing really horrible about the program but here are just some things to take note of*** - If you're the type of student who doesn't want to participate - Ms. Sanders will definitely call you out on it. (Everyone is there to learn and its better to make a mistake and learn from it during lab rather than clinical!) - Stay on top of assignments and readings - Some clinical placements I've seen from previous cohorts had clinical at some far places. ICI is located in Lincolnwood and depending on your group you might have a site thats 30-40 minutes from the school into the suburbs or into the city. (I suggest you car pool if you can) - But you never rotate clinical sites in this program. You're assigned one facility and stick with that facility during your program. Note: If you want to get on Ms. Sander's good side - she loves coffee with cream and equal :) My classmates/friends would all do coffee runs together during our breaks and always bought one for Ms. Sanders! I definitely recommend this program and sometimes I pop in her lectures just to say hi and give word of advice to her students

After taking the accelerated CNA course, I can say it felt rushed but had very insightful…read moreinformation. I enjoyed learning and having clinicals with Mark was very helpful. Mark knew when to keep pressure as that is what helped me retain information better and encouraged me to study harder. I would suggest study and do all the work required and pay closer attention to the discussion board questions and answers.

I highly recommend First in Rescue Training. They came out to our place of business for the…read moretraining, after conveniently deciding on the correct date. Equipped with the necessary tools, they were able to transform our space function into a proper classroom setting. Their professional and knowledgeable staff facilitated the most comprehensive training we have received. We feel confident with our CPR and AED skills to perform this life saving task under pressure. We recommend First in Rescue Training to anyone and/ or any business in need! Thank you again! Taylor Abitua InnerPeace Pilates

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Marilyn at A2Z training was an exceptional instructor, the best I've had in quite a while. I'll be…read morecoming back here for all my certification needs and will gladly recommend this training center to others. No unnecessary fluff, just a truly knowledgeable instructor who teaches you the right way.

From the owner: Our business specializes in training doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals in Basic…read moreLife Support using the latest guidelines from the American Heart Association. Our Instructors are clinicians who have a wide range of experience in dealing with life threatening emergencies. We also can do training onsite where we bring our materials to your site.