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Life-Saving Training. Real-World Experience.
Practical CPR, AED, First Aid, and emergency readiness training delivered by career firefighters and paramedics—serving Chicago and Cook County.
WHO WE ARE
2nd City CPR & Safety Training is a veteran-owned, community-focused safety education organization delivering professional, scalable life-saving training. We specialize in American Heart Association certifications, mobile training solutions, and community safety programs designed for real-world emergencies—not just compliance. Our instructors bring frontline experience to every class, ensuring participants are confident and prepared to act.
2nd City CPR & Safety Training is a veteran-owned, community-focused safety education company providing professional, scalable life-saving training. We specialize in American Heart Association certifications, mobile training solutions, and community safety programs designed for real-world emergencies—not just compliance. Our instructors bring frontline experience into every class, ensuring students leave confident and ready to act.
OUR SERVICES
Mobile Services
We deliver life-saving education directly to schools, workplaces, and community spaces across the region. From mobile certification labs to immersive fire safety education and medical readiness, our mobile services eliminate barriers and expand access. Ideal for organizations seeking flexible, high-impact training solutions.
Classroom & Certification Training
Our instructor-led classroom programs provide American Heart Association certifications and hands-on skills training in CPR, AED use, First Aid, Stop the Bleed, and Basic Life Support. These sessions are structured, efficient, and compliant with employer and regulatory standards. Perfect for businesses, schools, healthcare organizations, and community groups.
Community Impact & Outreach
We partner with community organizations to deliver life-saving education where it's needed most. Through youth fire safety programs, subsidized training sessions, and public safety partnerships, we focus on prevention, preparedness, and equitable access. Our mission is clear: build stronger communities and save more lives before help arrives.
WHY 2ND CITY CPR
FOUNDER SPOTLIGHT
Founded by Charles J. Reed, a career firefighter, paramedic, and U.S. Air Force veteran, 2nd City CPR & Safety Training was built to close the gap between certification and real-world readiness. Reed brings decades of frontline emergency response experience to every program, ensuring training is practical, relevant, and effective when second matter.
PARTNERS & TRUST
We proudly collaborate with community organizations, schools, employers, and national partners—including the American Heart Association—to expand access to life-saving education.
