Cardiac, Health, and Rescue Training, Iron Mountain, MI (2026)

Welcome to a place of empowerment and lifesaving skills! 🚑 Through our training, we bridge the knowledge gap by providing high-quality education for both laymen and medical professionals. Because when it comes to health and safety, every hand prepared is a life potentially saved. Join us in making a difference, one class at a time.

Our courses are

designed with your needs in mind, blending hands-on practice with up-to-date theoretical knowledge, to ensure you leave confident in your ability to apply what you've learned in real-world situations. They range from CPR and first aid to more specialized courses such as pediatric emergency care and wilderness first aid, catering to individuals from all walks of life who share the common goal of enhancing safety and preparedness in their communities. With experienced instructors and state-of-the-art facilities, we guarantee an enriching learning experience. Come join our supportive community, where everyone is committed to making a difference, one life-saving skill at a time.

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day from CHART!

Today we’re celebrating the dads, grandpas, bonus dads, father figures, and steady men who show up in all the quiet ways that matter.

The ones who fix things with duct tape.
The ones who mow the lawn like it’s an Olympic event.
The ones who say, “I’m fine,” even when everyone in the room knows they are absolutely not fine.

And because we teach CPR, first aid, and basic life-saving skills, here’s your friendly Father’s Day reminder:

If Dad is having chest discomfort, shortness of breath, sweating, weakness, confusion, pale skin, or just doesn’t seem like himself — don’t brush it off.

Sometimes “I’m fine” is just dad language for “I don’t want to make a big deal out of this.”

Trust your gut.
Call 911 when something feels wrong.
And take the class before you need the skill.

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads and father figures out there. We appreciate you, we love you, and we kindly ask that you stay off ladders today unless someone is supervising. ❤️

— CHART | Cardiac, Health, and Rescue Training

05/28/2026

One of the biggest reasons people freeze during emergencies is fear.

Fear of hurting someone.
Fear of doing CPR wrong.
Fear of “what if.”

But here are a couple important reminders:

✔️ If you are not a healthcare provider, you are NOT expected to waste time checking for a pulse.

✔️ If someone is unconscious and not breathing normally, start CPR.

✔️ Yes, ribs can sometimes break during effective compressions.

And honestly?
Broken ribs are treatable.

Cardiac arrest without CPR is far more dangerous.

That’s why CPR training matters so much. ❤️

05/21/2026

I received this email today.
Pretty cool to know that these classes truly are making a difference
Great work crew!

Hi Lisa,
We would like to thank you for the excellent training that you provided to the team. We wanted to share an incident with you on how important the training you provide is. There was a situation here at the workplace today where an employee sprang into action to perform the Heimlich on a co-worker that was choking on a piece of broccoli. The co-worker is ok thanks to his quick action.
Thank you again

05/14/2026

What’s the Difference Between a Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest?

One of the biggest misconceptions I see in CPR classes is people thinking heart attack and cardiac arrest are the same emergency.
They aren’t.
Knowing the difference can change how quickly someone gets the right help.

People mix these up all the time, but medically, they are very different emergencies.

A heart attack is a circulation problem.
Blood flow to part of the heart muscle becomes blocked, usually from a clot.

A cardiac arrest is an electrical problem.
The heart suddenly stops pumping blood effectively.

A person having a heart attack is usually:

awake

breathing

talking

complaining of chest pain, pressure, heaviness, jaw pain, arm pain, nausea, sweating, or shortness of breath

A person in cardiac arrest is:

unconscious

not breathing normally

may have agonal gasping

needs CPR immediately

And here’s the important part: A heart attack can absolutely turn into cardiac arrest.

That’s why chest pain should never be brushed off.

If someone is having symptoms of a heart attack:

call 911 immediately

keep them calm

have them sit and rest

If they are conscious, not allergic, and not actively bleeding, aspirin may be appropriate because it helps reduce clotting. Many EMS systems and hospitals recommend chewing regular-strength or baby aspirin during suspected heart attack symptoms if medically appropriate.

If the patient has prescribed nitroglycerin, they may take it exactly as prescribed.

Important: Never give someone else’s nitroglycerin. Never take extra doses trying to “push through” severe symptoms.

And this is a huge one: Do not drive yourself to the hospital with chest pain.

Call an ambulance.

EMS can:

monitor the heart rhythm

start oxygen if needed

give medications

recognize cardiac arrest immediately if it happens

alert the hospital before arrival

Minutes matter during heart emergencies. Early treatment saves heart muscle, and sometimes, saves the person entirely.

05/13/2026

🚨 Quick question…

If someone collapses, stops breathing, and has no pulse…
is that a heart attack… or cardiac arrest? 👀

Because they are NOT the same thing.

A heart attack usually means blood flow to the heart is blocked.
A cardiac arrest means the heart’s electrical system failed and the person needs CPR NOW.

And honestly… a LOT of people don’t realize there’s a difference until they take a CPR class.

So now I’m curious 👇

Did you already know the difference?
Or did this post just teach you something today?

Drop it in the comments. ⬇️

05/02/2026

“It’s More Than Compliance”

Most workplaces do CPR and first aid training because OSHA requires it.
But honestly… when an emergency happens, nobody is thinking about compliance paperwork.

They’re thinking: “Does somebody here know what to do?”

That’s why we teach real-world CPR and first aid training designed to help your team stay calm, confident, and prepared when it matters most.
✔ OSHA-compliant
✔ Hands-on training
✔ Local instruction for your workplace

📞 906-367-0867
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Iron Mountain, MI
49801

Telephone

+19063670867

Website

http://www.chartclasses.com/

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