I took the class with Ellery and he provided real life scenarios for the class to imagine with to practice. I really enjoyed his anecdotes. The class was hands-on and he made everything easy to understand. I would definitely recommend this to a friend. I also appreciate how fast he would respond to my emails. Thank you, Ellery. read more

Star CPR - CPR Classes Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

As good as it gets. Super timely, succinct and efficiently run class. Like you learn a lot at a quick pace. I recommend Star CPR. I did the BLS for healthcare providers and learned a few new things! read more

I highly suggest taking your certifications through Star CPR! I had to get my AHA BLS last minute before my new job and I was able to complete the online portion on the first day and take the skills class the next day. Ellery was so helpful and very knowledgable. He even helped me do the skills in a slightly more advanced way since I will be working in a hospital. I really appreciated that he gave us different scenarios to work through and tested our skills but without making us go one-by-one in front of the whole class. I can't recommend Star CPR enough! read more

I went here to renew my ACLS and I was thoroughly impressed. I am a traveling healthcare professional and new to the area so I just kind of made my best guess about where would be good to take my class. I'm so glad I chose this place! The instructor was professional, concise, and had great pointers and memory shortcuts from years of on the job experience. The space itself was nice too- with plenty of room to move around. I would definitely recommend STAR CPR to anyone needing any kind of AHA class!!! read more

I was offered a job after a year-long search. It all hinged on how fast I could get my BLS card. I called frantically at lunch and was informed that there was a class that very evening. I signed up on the spot. Class was reasonably sized and effective. I appreciated that they had options for those of us with bad knees. I have recommended them to many people! read more

Had a wonderful class with star CPR. I highly recommend signing up with Ellery if you can chose your instructor. He kept class interesting, informative and taught me exactly what I needed to know. Thank you! read more

This class was perfect! Everything you would expect and more from this classroom CPR course. After taking this class I actually walked away feeling confident that if I came upon an emergency response situation I would know exactly what to do! Ellery, the instructor was a great speaker/educator he kept things interesting, moved along nicely and took extra time where he needed to... he had a great personality/good sense of humor! When I left, I walked away with my certified American Heart Assoc BLS (cpr) Card in my hand and also CE units for my RDH license! I took the 5:30-10:00 pm midweek class....Thanks Ellery I cant believe how quick the time passed, especially for an after work night class! read more

Star CPR - Walked away with my new CPR card in hand! - CPR Classes Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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I took my CPR class with Ellery who was freakin' amazing! He was hilarious, informative, and thorough. The information I learned is invaluable and making sure it soaks in is super important. Having it delivered in such a way is a great way to ensure I retain my lifesaving skills in the future! read more

Had a great time getting my CPR recert here recently. Ellery was a great instructor. He was thorough, hands on and very helpful in keeping with what had changed recently so it stuck well in this old gal's brain. This was my 30th anniversary year for CPR certification so I have had many a class over the years. This was one of the best. We did not spend all day watching boring videos but instead had more group discussion and practice to be sure we were prepared when it really counts. My one and only issue was with the AHA's new e-card system which gave me some trouble (nothing to do with the instructor or location at all!) I contacted Ellery and he was able to help get it all resolved and got my card to me right away so kudos for the additional help, that was really above and beyond! My one wish was that there was an option to take the mannequins up to table height level for those of us who are older and have had several knee or back surgeries over the years. Yes I acknowledge that CPR is a physical sport where a person's life is at stake and in a real life event I will be throwing myself on the floor to perform it if someone should drop in front of me. However, this is a class and I am an older woman with many medical issues. I currently practice medicine by telephone and do not even touch patients physically but am required to keep myself certified. It seems a bit much to be on my bad knees which I have had several surgeries on multiple times for several hours of class time. Just my two cents on that. This is the first class for medical professionals I've had in the past 15 or so years where the dummies were not actually at table height for the duration of the class. As 99 percent of hospital employees practice on patients in the bed or gurney it's just more realistic. Anyhow, next time I will need to be more prepared for the floor time! read more

Ellery is a great instructor. He really makes an effort to explain and teach things clearly and accurately the first time around. There is a lot to learn in the Healthcare Provider BLS course, but when I left this class I felt that it was all presented so clearly that I will definitely retain the information. I've taken this class through Sierra Vista before and I prefer Ellery's class by far. He has plenty of CPR dummies to practice on. The test at the end is very easy if you pay attention to the class. read more

I completely agree with all the positive comments. I have taken Other cpr classes and this was awesome. Very thorough, clean Organized atmosphere as well as fun and informative. If you are needing To get your card or recertification then thiis the place to go. Just register Online and show up! Ellory has the gift of teaching. read more

I've taken the healthcare renewal BLS course 3 times now and each time I have been very pleased. They have a variety of class days and times to choose from and the course is great. Informative and they keep it lively and not boring. We are lucky to have a company like theirs on the coast to provide these services! I have to take BLS every two years and I plan on taking it with them every time since the process has been so easy and I can count on them. read more

Ellery's class is great! Not only is it chock full of information, but Ellery has a great sense of humor. It made me realize how important these skills are for all of us to learn, including the First Aid. Gina G. read more

Super disappointed by Ellery, seemed like a nice guy but my card went through the laundry and has not replaced the card despite 15$ he took for the card, and multiple requests for a replacement. So rude, will never deal with him again, such a bummer read more

Great instructor. Clear directions. I took my class with Ellery and he makes the class enjoyable and makes you really want to engage in the class. If you learn more hands on, then this is great because in his class it's really hands on and instructional, not boring. And when you're in the field you have to think on your feet with no hesitation and he really instills that in this class. If you're looking for a friendly and enjoyable learning environment I highly recommend Star CPR! read more

I have taken CPR classes with Ellery twice and both of those times were as delightful as a CPR class can be! Ellery keeps the students engaged and is very knowledgeable about the material. He explains the material well & makes you feel comfortable enough to ask questions. The classes I've attended were small; 3 people max, which is very favorable when learning such an important, life-saving skill such as CPR where you'll get plenty of individualized attention & training. read more

Star CPR provided a very clear, thorough learning experience with plenty of hands-on practice. I have taken a few other CPR classes in the past, but I left this one feeling more confident and completely sure of my abilities. I would definitely recommend this instructor and class to anyone. read more

Ellery with SLO Star CPR is great! This is the second time I've done a class with him and I'll definitely return in two years. He is all about hands on training and making sure you understand the techniques and applying them correctly. read more

I loved the Star CPR/ First Aid/ AED for Pediactrics and Adults that I took. I was required to get my certification for work and am so glad I did the certification there in person. It was well worth the price and cheaper than most of the other CPR classes around. The instructor also made learning CPR fun! I never realized how awesome a CPR/ First Aid class can be. It also feels incredible to know that if somebody needs CPR or First Aid, that I will truly be prepared to administer it. What a fabulous class this was! I'll be coming back to this place in 2 years for my renewal! :) read more

I took the Healthcare Provider CPR class recently, and would highly recommend Star CPR in SLO. The class is thorough, and the instructor made the recert process fun, and taught us practical techniques to take back to our work in the field. This is the best CPR class I have taken in over 20 years. Realistic examples are given, and clear instruction with humor really helped make it a positive experience all around! read more

I recently took this class as part of my homestudy approval for adoption.I called the day before and got into the class for the following evening. Ellory, the owner and instructor was great. It was a very hands on class (much more so than classes I've taken in the past) which I think will help me retain the information. I felt very prepared after the class. The class flew by and I was out the door with my certification. Would highly recommend. read more

I'm a personal trainer and needed to renew my CPR/AED and First Aid certifications. I have taken two other courses for previous recertifications and this was by far my favorite. Ellery does an excellent job with the course. He put a lot of effort into making the class interesting and made sure we got a lot of hands on practice with everything we learned. He also has practical experience and knowledge and is great about answering questions and helping you to understand not only the procedures but the principles behind what you're doing. I will definitely be certifying with SLO Star in the future. read more

Ellery did a fantastic job. Best CPR class ever. Will be back for all my future re-certs.

This is my second time renewing my BLS for healthcare provider with Ellery. He definitely makes it a good experience. His prices are good, and he is very understanding if you need to reschedule. Will always suggest him to all my friends who work healthcare when they need to recertify. read more

Ellery and his wife are top notch instructors! This was my second time taking their first aid CPR class. Knowledgable, fun, and professional are just a few words to describe the instructors. read more

Star CPR was able to work with me and get me in on a skills test session under a short notice. Although the circumstances were not ideal for Star CPR, they were kind enough to help me out. Truly professional and extremely helpful. I highly recommend Star CPR and I plan to take ACLS with them. Thank you Star CPR! read more

Took this course recently and found it very helpful. Ellery (the teacher) was very helpful and thorough. Other than a few videos most of it was hands on with the plastic dummies and performing CPR. Enjoyed the class and time flew very quickly read more

This was a great class. Ellery was informative and easy to understand. He made sure you understood completely and are able to know what to do in an emergency situation. I highly recommend using Star CPR for your CPR and first aid classes. read more