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AEDs save lives, but budgets are real. This guide walks through federal, state, foundation, and corporate grant programs that help schools, fire departments, churches, and nonprofits fund AEDs and emergency equipment — plus practical tips for a winning application.

The Ambu SureSight Mobile video laryngoscope is now available at AED Professionals. See why EMS agencies, fire departments, and flight crews are moving to video airway management, what comes in each kit, and how to build a complete SureSight system.

An educational guide for healthcare, education, public safety, and workplace decision-makers on how selecting the right protective and medical gloves improves safety, compliance, and daily performance.

 

When a cardiac arrest happens, everything changes in a matter of seconds. Whether it occurs in a hospital, a manufacturing plant, a school hallway, or out in the community, one constant remains: the quality of CPR delivered in the first minutes directly impacts survival. But despite decades of training and improved awareness, high-quality CPR is difficult to maintain in real-world scenarios, especially under stress.

Our training programs are delivered by certified instructors and designed for participants with no prior medical experience. From single-session workplace certifications to multi-department training programs, we build the solution around your organization's schedule and size.

CPR & AED Certification Training for Workplace and Community Readiness

An AED without trained responders is an incomplete program. AED Professionals offers CPR and AED certification training designed for organizations that take emergency preparedness seriously — whether you're meeting OSHA compliance requirements or building a culture of readiness from the ground up.

TRAINING WE OFFER

• Adult CPR/AED certification — Hands-on BLS and AED operation training, OSHA-aligned.
• Pediatric CPR and first aid — For schools, childcare organizations, and family-focused environments.
• Group workplace training — On-site delivery for teams of any size across the Midwest and nationally.

Equip your organization with AEDs, training, and maintenance programs. Trusted by businesses nationwide since 2003.

Corporate AED programs from a specialized supplier. Quantity pricing, installation guidance & ongoing support.

When emergencies strike, seconds matter. Choking is one of the leading causes of accidental injury and death, particularly among young children. In schools, where hundreds or even thousands of students gather daily, being prepared for unexpected emergencies isn’t optional. It’s essential.

The opioid crisis continues to impact communities, workplaces, schools, and public safety agencies across the United States. From prescription misuse to the rise of synthetic opioids like fentanyl, this epidemic has evolved into one of the most pressing public health challenges of our time.

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. It can occur without warning and in any environment, whether in a school hallway, a corporate lobby, or a hospital waiting room. Having an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) available is a critical part of emergency preparedness. However, simply placing a unit on the wall is not enough.

In emergency response, preparation is everything. Firefighters, paramedics, and law enforcement officers are called into situations where the environment can change in an instant.

Among the evolving risks facing today’s first responders is accidental exposure to fentanyl and other potent synthetic opioids. Even a small amount of fentanyl can create a life-threatening situation if inhaled, touched, or absorbed through the skin.

When a severe allergic reaction strikes, having the right emergency medication on hand can mean the difference between life and death. For many years, the EpiPen has been the go-to epinephrine auto-injector for treating anaphylaxis, especially in schools, healthcare settings, and public safety departments. But in recent years, AUVI-Q, developed by Kaleo, has emerged as an alternative, and many decision-makers are wondering: Is AUVI-Q the same as EpiPen?

As summer temperatures rise, so do the risks to your automated external defibrillator (AED). Whether it’s kept in a vehicle, an outdoor cabinet, or an office without air conditioning, excessive heat can degrade AED performance, compromise its components, and potentially endanger lives when every second counts.

Learn how the T-Ring Finger Tourniquet provides quick, painless bleeding control for finger injuries—an essential first aid tool for workplaces, healthcare, and more.

Inadequate ventilation can have severe consequences, including brain injury or death.This is where the EOlife X Ventilation Feedback Device comes in—a groundbreaking tool designed to assist medical professionals in providing optimal ventilation and ultimately improving patient outcomes.