Safety Training Seminars
Safety Training Seminars, located in Downtown Berkeley, CA, provides American Heart Association (AHA)–certified CPR certification, BLS certification, ACLS, PALS, NRP, EMSA, and First-Aid certification classes for healthcare professionals and community members. Situated near University Avenue and Milvia Street.
Our experienced instructors deliver hands-on CPR and BLS training that builds confidence and ensures you’re fully prepared to handle real-life emergencies. As one of Berkeley’s most trusted CPR and BLS training centers, we’re committed to helping you gain the knowledge and skills to save lives.
Beyond CPR and BLS certification, we also provide advanced AHA courses, including ACLS, PALS, NRP, EMSA, and First-Aid classes. Whether you’re earning your first CPR certification or advancing your professional training, Safety Training Seminars is dedicated to supporting your growth and emergency-response readiness.
Address: 2001 Addison Street, Suite 313, Berkeley, CA 94704
Phone: (510) 398-0748
We are located near University Ave and Milvia and there are lots of options for parking nearby. Our Downtown Berkeley office features AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION BLS, ACLS, PALS, CPR, EMSA, and First-aid training courses for the public in Alameda County.
Opening Hours:
Monday–Sunday: 8 am – 10 pm
Format: Online & skills
AHA Certification: Yes
Price: $120
Price Matching: Yes
Low Price Guarantee
Online Course
1-2 hours
Skills Testing
30 minutes
Format: Online & skills
AHA Certification: Yes
Price: $290
Price Matching: Yes
Low Price Guarantee
Online Course
2-3 hours
Skills Testing
30 minutes
Format: Online & skills
AHA Certification: Yes
Price: $290
Price Matching: Yes
Low Price Guarantee
Online Course
2-3 hours
Skills Testing
30 minutes
Format: Online & skills
NRP Certification: Yes
Price: $280
Price Matching: Yes
Low Price Guarantee
Online Course
2-3 hours
Skills Testing
2 hours
Format: Online & skills
Ages: Adult, child, infant
Course: Red Cross
Valid CA Childcare: Yes
Price: $95
Online Course
1-2 hours
Skills Testing
1 hour
Format: Online only
Ages: Adult only
Course: Red Cross
Certification: No card
Price: $40
Online Course
1-2 hours
Skills Testing
None
Format: Online only
Ages: Adult, child, infant
Course: Red Cross
Certification: No card
Price: $40
Online Course
1-2 hours
Skills Testing
None
Format: Online only
Ages: Adult, child, infant
Course: Red Cross
Certification: No card
Price: $40
Online Course
1-2 hours
Skills Testing
None
Format: Online Zoom
Course: EMSA
Valid CA Childcare: Yes
Price: $100
Course Length
8 hours
Course Format
Zoom
Format: Online
Course: Red Cross
Certification Card: Yes
Price: $40
Online Course
1 hour
Skills Testing
None
Format: Online
Course: Red Cross
Certification Card: Yes
Price: $40
Online Course
1 hour
Skills Testing
None
Format: Online
Course: Red Cross
Certification Card: Yes
Price: $40
Online Course
1 hour
Skills Testing
None
Drive north on Telegraph Ave, turn left on Durant Ave, then right on Milvia St. Our classroom at Addison St is just a few blocks away.
Head north on San Pablo Ave, turn right on University Ave, then left on Milvia St. Addison St is one block south.
Just a 10-minute walk. Head west from Sproul Plaza down Bancroft Way, then north on Milvia St to Addison.
Walk or drive west on Bancroft, turn right on Milvia, and left on Addison.
Drive east on University Ave, turn right on Milvia St, and left on Addison.
Head south on Spruce St, continue on Shattuck Ave, turn right on Addison.
Downtown Berkeley offers plenty of parking garages and metered street spaces within a short walk:
Just a 2-minute walk from our building.
Convenient for those coming from the UC Berkeley campus.
Metered parking is also available along Addison, Milvia, and University Ave.
Our office is located just steps from the Downtown Berkeley BART Station, making it incredibly convenient for students and commuters across the Bay Area.
Numerous bus lines stop at the Downtown Berkeley Transit Center, only a block away.
There are multiple bike racks in front of the Civic Center and along Addison Street for safe storage.
Downtown Berkeley is a hub of activity, from UC Berkeley campus events to busy shopping, dining, and cultural destinations. Emergencies can occur anywhere, from a campus athletic event to a crowded theater. By training with Safety Training Seminars, you’re helping to make Berkeley a safer community overall.
Parents often take First Aid classes to feel prepared at home, while employers use our training to meet OSHA workplace safety requirements. Students find that BLS and ACLS courses strengthen their resumes and prepare them for clinical rotations. Whatever your goal, our Downtown Berkeley CPR training center is here to help.
Downtown Berkeley is known for its energy, diversity, and intellectual spirit, making it a hub for both students and professionals. And in a city where healthcare innovation and academic excellence thrive, having easy access to life-saving education is invaluable. That’s why our Safety Training Seminars Downtown Berkeley location is a top choice for those seeking American Heart Association (AHA) certified CPR, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and First Aid training.
So whether you’re a UC Berkeley student pursuing a career in healthcare, a practicing nurse or physician renewing credentials, or a local parent who simply wants to be prepared for emergencies, our classroom at 2001 Addison Street, Suite 313 is designed to meet your needs. Just steps away from BART, bus lines, and the UC Berkeley campus, our location makes it simple for commuters and residents alike to earn their certification.
Our courses combine hands-on instruction, interactive online learning, and real-world practice with CPR manikins and AED training equipment. By the end of your class, you’ll feel confident stepping up in a critical situation, whether at a hospital, a school, or even at home. And the best part? You’ll receive your AHA certification card the same day, valid for two years.
We believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to saving lives. That’s why we offer the lowest-priced AHA certification courses in Berkeley, backed by our guarantee.
Our Downtown Berkeley office is especially popular with UC Berkeley nursing, pre-med, and public health students, as well as local healthcare workers from nearby hospitals. With our daily BLS, ACLS, and PALS courses, you can fit certification into your busy schedule without leaving the heart of the city.
We are a fully licensed American Heart Association Training Center (#20784), ensuring that your certification will be recognized across all hospitals and medical facilities.
Unlike other providers that can take weeks, our students walk away with their official AHA eCard on the same day as their class.
Safety Training Seminars operates over 70 locations across California, making it easy to find a nearby Berkeley office for your AHA BLS recertification.
Safety Training Seminars ensures outstanding customer service with staff available every day, including weekends, from 7 am to 7 pm.
Founded and owned by Laura Seidel, Safety Training Seminars is proud to be a woman-owned business serving over 70 California communities.
Safety Training Seminars offers BLS classes in Berkeley every day, with convenient evening and weekend scheduling options.
You can get the skills you need to save a life, right here in Berkeley. Our emergency training school gives you hands-on instruction to prepare you for real-world scenarios, including how to support a first aid station. We operate as a premier education center and official certification agency, offering a direct path to recognized credentials without the long-term schedule of a traditional medical school or nursing school. This adult education school focuses on practical abilities you can use right away to make a difference in the Berkeley community.
Our comprehensive training center helps you get qualified fast, with flexible evening and weekend classes designed for your busy life. Through our efficient medical certificate service, you can earn your card the very same day you complete your skills session. Led by trusted instructors, our courses give you the knowledge and confidence to save a life. Take the first step to becoming a certified responder.
CPR certification is typically valid for two years from the date of completion. After that, you’ll need to renew your certification through a refresher course to maintain your qualifications and continue being prepared for emergencies.To get your CPR certification, you can enroll in a course offered by a certified training center, like Safety Training Seminars. The course typically includes hands-on training and concludes with a test. Upon successful completion, you will receive your CPR certification, valid for two years.
BLS certification (Basic Life Support certification) is a course that teaches individuals the essential life-saving skills required to perform CPR, manage airway obstructions, and assist in emergency situations. It is often required for healthcare professionals and emergency responders but is valuable for anyone looking to gain the skills to save lives in critical situations. To get BLS certification, you need to enroll in a course provided by an American Heart Association (AHA) authorized training center. The course includes hands-on training in CPR, AED use, and emergency response techniques. Upon completion, you’ll receive an official BLS certification card, valid for two years.
Yes, there are multiple parking garages within a short walk, including the Center Street Garage and Oxford Garage. Metered parking is also available along nearby streets.
Yes, the Downtown Berkeley BART Station is just a block away from our Addison Street location, making this one of our most accessible offices.
Absolutely. Many nursing, pre-med, and public health students from UC Berkeley attend BLS, ACLS, and PALS classes here.
Yes. Students receive their official American Heart Association eCard immediately after class.
Our customer service team is available seven days a week from 7 am–7 pm to help reschedule at no extra cost.
Yes. In addition to Berkeley, we also have offices across the Bay Area, including Oakland, San Francisco, and Walnut Creek.
Living in an active college town means being ready for emergencies in public spaces, classrooms, and sports events. With large gatherings like concerts at the Greek Theatre or sports at Memorial Stadium, CPR-trained individuals can truly make a difference. Our mission is to ensure that more people in Berkeley are prepared to respond—whether that’s saving a classmate, a coworker, or even a stranger in need.
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At Safety Training Seminars, we believe that every person in Berkeley, from students and teachers to healthcare professionals and parents, should have the tools to save a life. And with this in mind, our Downtown Berkeley training center makes it simple, affordable, and convenient to learn these essential skills.
By joining our classes, you’ll not only meet workplace or academic requirements, but you’ll also be helping to create a safer Berkeley community. With easy access via BART, nearby parking, and flexible scheduling every day of the week, there’s no better time to earn or renew your certification and make Berkeley a safer community today!