CPR & Emergency Preparedness Training for Businesses Across Northern California – Including Solano County, Napa, Sacramento & the Bay Area
Get OSHA-compliant CPR, first aid, and full emergency response training for your team—taught by a 20+ year Battalion Chief firefighter and Fire Marshal who’s led real emergencies in the field.
Office Hours
M–F, 8 AM – 5 PM
Training: By appointment,
anytime your business needs it
About Us
Who We Are
At Heart First Training, every course is personally taught by James Bales—a 20+ year Battalion Chief firefighter and Fire Marshal. Our training is grounded in real emergencies, not just classroom theory.
We don’t just teach CPR—we prepare your team to respond with confidence. Backed by decades of frontline experience, our programs are tailored, practical, and built to save lives.
Trusted Certifications
All Heart First Training courses meet the highest standards of care and instruction. We are proud to align with nationally trusted certification organizations.
Services
What We Offer
CPR, AED & First Aid
- Adult, Child & Infant CPR (OSHA-aligned)
- Hands-on AED practice
- Bleeding control & tourniquet use
- Choking, stroke & emergency basics
- Real-world training from a retired Firefighter
Basic Life Support (BLS)
- AHA-certified for healthcare professionals
- Bag-valve mask & 2-rescuer team response
- Rhythm checks, pulse checks & rescue breaths
- Includes adult, child & infant scenarios
- Informed by 20+ years of field experience
Industry-Specific Hazards
- Fire, earthquake, evacuation topics
- Workplace violence response
- Mini-lessons on extinguishers & more
- Bleeding control & tourniquet training
- Customized to your workplace's real hazards
Why Choose Heart First Training
Why We're Different
At Heart First Training, we believe true preparedness goes far beyond simply earning a certification. That’s why our courses are designed to equip your team with hands-on skills, real-world insight, and the confidence to respond decisively in high-stress situations.
Real-World Expertise
Every session is led by James Bales, a 20+ year Battalion Chief and Fire Marshal, bringing firsthand emergency response experience into every lesson.
More than CPR
Training includes mini-lessons on fire extinguishers, earthquakes, wildfires, and active shooter awareness—real-world readiness built in.
Fully Customized, On-Site
We tailor each training to your team’s specific risks and needs—delivered at your location for maximum convenience and relevance.
Confidence, Not Just Certification
Our goal is to ensure your staff walks away ready to act—not just certified on paper, but confident and capable in real-life situations.
What We Offer
Preparedness That Saves Lives
01
CPR, AED & First Aid
Learn how to respond quickly and effectively to cardiac and medical emergencies with practical skills for adults, children, and infants.
02
BLS for Healthcare Providers
Advanced training for medical professionals, including two-rescuer scenarios, bag-valve-mask use, and AHA-certified protocols.
03
Emergency Preparedness
Customized planning and response strategies for fires, earthquakes, workplace violence, and more—based on actual risks.
