Looking for CPR classes in Knoxville that fit your schedule and give you a certification your job, school, or organization will accept? You’re in the right place.
Knoxville is the energetic hub of East Tennessee — a riverside city known for the University of Tennessee, a thriving downtown, and easy access to the Great Smoky Mountains. It’s a healthcare and education center for the region, so there’s always a strong demand for high-quality CPR and advanced life support training.
At CPR Choice, we make getting certified simple, legitimate, and convenient. View class calendar.
CPR Choice is proudly headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, where our 4,500 sq. ft. training center near West Town Mall serves as the hub for our operations throughout Tennessee and beyond. Our modern facility features three spacious classrooms, high-quality training equipment, comfortable seating, and a welcoming environment designed to make learning CPR and emergency response skills engaging and stress-free.
With free parking, flexible scheduling, and a dedicated administrative support team on-site, we’ve built our Knoxville training center to provide one of the best CPR training experiences in East Tennessee. Whether you’re a healthcare professional renewing your BLS certification, a local business scheduling group safety training, or a parent learning CPR for the first time, CPR Choice is committed to delivering professional, hands-on training in a comfortable and supportive environment.
We offer daytime, evening, and weekend (Saturday/Sunday) classes, with the goal of having something that fits your schedule whether you work shifts, go to school, or both.
Our Knoxville training center is easy to reach from West Knoxville, downtown, and surrounding areas:
CPR Choice – Knoxville
1600 Downtown West Blvd, Suite D
Knoxville, TN 37919
CPR Choice is proud to serve healthcare professionals, educators, businesses, and families throughout Knoxville and the greater East Tennessee region. From our Knoxville headquarters near West Town Mall, we provide CPR, AED, BLS, ACLS, first aid, and safety training for organizations and individuals across a wide range of industries and communities.
Our students come from some of the region’s most respected healthcare systems and institutions, including professionals connected to the University of Tennessee, UT Medical Center, Covenant Health, Tennova Healthcare, and healthcare providers throughout Knox County and surrounding communities. We also support safety training initiatives for local dental offices, physician practices, fitness centers, churches, childcare providers, schools, manufacturing facilities, and industrial workplaces throughout East Tennessee.
As a company rooted in Knoxville, we are proud to support the people and organizations that help our community thrive — from educators and caregivers to healthcare workers, first responders, and local businesses committed to workplace safety and emergency preparedness.
CPR Choice also proudly serves organizations connected to Oak Ridge and the surrounding innovation and manufacturing corridor, including government, research, and industrial employers that value high-quality safety and emergency response training.
Whether you’re visiting us for an American Heart Association BLS class, scheduling onsite workplace CPR training, or learning life-saving skills for the first time, our mission is simple: provide professional, engaging, and hands-on training that helps make Knoxville and East Tennessee safer and more prepared.
Below is a quick guide to every class we offer at this location, who it’s meant for, and why you might need it.
Best for: anyone who works with patients
Common students: RNs, nursing students, dental hygienists, PT/OT, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, medical assistants, hospital staff, clinic teams
What it is:
The American Heart Association BLS course is the gold-standard CPR certification for healthcare environments. It focuses on high-performance CPR, team dynamics, and real clinical scenarios.
What you’ll learn:
Adult, child, and infant CPR; AED use; choking response; and team-based resuscitation skills.
Certification: AHA eCard valid for 2 years.
Best for: advanced medical personnel working in emergency or critical care
Common students: paramedics, ER/ICU nurses, physicians, respiratory therapists, advanced providers
What it is:
ACLS builds on BLS and focuses on recognizing and treating life-threatening cardiac and respiratory emergencies as part of a team. This is often required for hospital, EMS, and critical care roles.
What you’ll learn:
Airway management, ECG rhythm recognition, pharmacology, cardiac arrest algorithms, post-arrest care, and real megacode scenarios.
Certification: AHA eCard valid for 2 years.
Best for: providers who respond to pediatric emergencies
Common students: pediatric nurses, ER/ICU staff, paramedics, physicians, respiratory therapists
What it is:
PALS prepares healthcare professionals to assess and treat critically ill infants and children in high-stress situations, using AHA algorithms and team-based care.
What you’ll learn:
Pediatric assessment, respiratory failure and shock management, cardiac arrest algorithms, pediatric rhythms, and megacode practice.
Certification: AHA eCard valid for 2 years.
Best for: anyone who wants to be ready to help in an emergency
Common students: fitness instructors, personal trainers, parents, volunteers, church staff, school teachers, coaches, community members
What it is:
This HSI (Health & Safety Institute) CPR/AED course is designed for non-healthcare rescuers. It’s straightforward, hands-on, and focused on real-world response.
What you’ll learn:
Adult CPR, AED use, choking response, and practical emergency confidence.
Certification: HSI card (length depends on employer/organization requirements).
Best for: jobs requiring CPR plus First Aid/OSHA-aligned training
Common students: daycare providers, construction crews, industrial workers, safety teams, factory staff, schools, camps, security, and workplaces with OSHA compliance needs
What it is:
A combined course for teams and individuals who need both CPR/AED and First Aid certification for workplace safety or licensing.
What you’ll learn:
CPR and AED plus bleeding control, burns, fracture care, allergic reactions, seizures, diabetic emergencies, and other common First Aid scenarios.
Certification: HSI CPR/AED & First Aid card (often used for OSHA/worksite purposes).
We know Knoxville students and professionals aren’t all “9–5.” That’s why CPR Choice offers:
Whether you’re a hospital employee on rotating shifts, a student in clinicals, or a parent fitting training between commitments, there’s a class time built for you.
Here’s a quick cheat sheet:
If you’re ever unsure, CPR Choice can help you choose the right course before you register.
If you’re looking for high-quality CPR classes in Knoxville with flexible scheduling and legitimate certification, CPR Choice is here to help.
Register for an open-enrollment course on our CPR class calendar, or contact us for group and on-site training for your workplace, school, or organization.
Proudly serving businesses, schools, and organizations that prioritize safety.
From small businesses to national brands, we’re the trusted choice for expert CPR training and lifesaving solutions.
