Northeast Florida, Jacksonville area

CPR/AED/Basic First Aid Certification for Groups & Individuals

Babysitting Safety, AED Sales and More!

Contact us to come to you for a certification course for your group. Inquire with us about classes on our schedule for individuals.

About

We are Jacksonville, Florida’s answer to CPR/AED and Basic First Aid certification courses

due to our pricing, quality, convenience and customer service.

Established in 2011, we have been serving Northeast Florida for over a decade in the areas of Community CPR/AED, Basic First Aid, Babysitting Safety for Youth, Bloodborne Pathogens, Lifeguard Certification, Group Swimming Lessons, AED sales and more! We specialize in conducting onsite trainings for businesses and groups of all kinds and we also do hold classes for the individual to join.

Why Choose Safety First

We cost less Than Others

*We know the economy is tough and we don’t overcharge.
*We are trying to make ends meet just like you and we get it.
*We get significant discounts as a training center due to our longevity in business and we pass those savings on to you.

We are very flexible

For private groups:
*We come to you.
*We offer both traditional classroom and blended learning delivery types.
*We can accommodate weekdays, evenings and weekends.

Our instruction is top-notch

*Our instructors have many years of experience and keep the class interesting
*Our combination of learning styles – visual, auditory, reading/writing, hands-on practice.
*American Safety and Health Institute is a nationally accredited curriculum.

We offer great customer service

*Our response time to inquiries is fast. We don’t make you wait around.
*Certifications are issued quickly.
*Our staff is genuinely kind and friendly.

Our Services

Community CPR/AED

Basic First Aid

Babysitting Safety

AED Sales

Meet The Owners

Tukz and Carrie Taaca, husband and wife team, started Safety First CPR in 2011,

a grassroots effort to combine Tukz’s background in safety training with Carrie’s business sense, attention to detail and customer service. Tukz jokingly says, “Carrie is the brains and I am the brawn of the organization.” Tukz has a background in both Aquatic Safety and the in the education industry and they knew that with their combination of talents and abilities they had something unique to offer the community. They enjoy working with schools, churches, neighborhood amenity directors, homeschool co-ops and businesses of all kinds in Northeast Florida.

Our Customer Reviews

"I think your presentation at the school was outstanding! It was the first time that I left a CPR/First Aid course where I felt like I really understood what to do. Great job! "

Peter

"Well structured and professionally presented class. Instructor was down to earth and engaging."

Peter

"Excellent instructors, great class. Informative, but fun at the same time. Highly recommend!"

Amie

"Very informative, not boring! Quick and to the point. Had class room engagement."

Pat

Frequently Asked Questions

Are your courses done online?

Many of our courses can be partially done online if the blended learning option is chosen; however, there will always be a hands-on in-person component as well.

Where are your courses held?

We do not have a storefront, so for private groups, we come to you. For courses for the general public, we hold them in various locations around town including churches, rental office spaces, etc.

What organization are your certifications from?

Community CPR/AED, Basic First Aid, Pediatric First Aid / CPR AED, Bloodborne Pathogens and Child & Babysitting Safety Certification are all from the American Safety and Health Institute. Lifeguard Certification if from American Red Cross.