I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to learn lifesaving skills.
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Too often, CPR and First Aid training are viewed as something only healthcare professionals need or something that's too expensive or inconvenient to pursue. I started Local Lifesaver CPR because I believe every parent, teacher, coach, caregiver, employee, and community member should have access to the knowledge and confidence to respond when someone's life depends on it.
My goal isn't simply to issue certification cards—it's to help people feel prepared to act during one of the most stressful moments they'll ever experience.

Real-World Experience
I'm a California-licensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and CPR/First-aid Instructor with experience in both 9-1-1 emergency response and interfacility transport EMS. Throughout my career, I've cared for patients in homes, hospitals, nursing facilities, schools, and ambulances, giving me firsthand experience responding to medical emergencies in a wide variety of settings.
In addition to EMS, I've worked in behavioral health as a Registered Behavior Technician and have experience in assisted living and memory care. Those roles taught me that effective teaching isn't just about sharing information—it's about helping people stay calm, build confidence, and remember what to do when it matters most.

A Different Approach to CPR Training
Whether I'm teaching healthcare professionals renewing their Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, parents learning CPR for the first time, or a workplace preparing for emergencies, my goal is always the same:
Provide practical, hands-on training that is engaging, supportive, and easy to apply in real life.
Every class is designed to be interactive, encouraging questions and discussion so students leave not only with knowledge, but with the confidence to use it.

Making Training More Accessible
Accessibility has always been at the heart of Local Lifesaver CPR.
That's why I offer:

• American Heart Association Heartsaver & Red Cross CPR, AED & First Aid certification

• American Heart Association & Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• Mobile private classes for families, businesses, schools, churches, and organizations

• Emergency Ready Workshops for groups that want practical emergency preparedness training without certification

• Flexible scheduling and customized training to meet each group's needs

• Community outreach and educational opportunities whenever possible

I believe making lifesaving education more accessible isn't just about cost—it's about bringing training directly to the people who need it and creating options that fit different goals, schedules, and budgets.

Serving Our Community

Beyond teaching CPR, I'm passionate about serving the community.
I've volunteered with organizations supporting individuals living with Parkinson's disease, children in the Los Angeles child welfare system, and mental health advocacy initiatives. Those experiences have reinforced something I see every day as an EMT:
Ordinary people can make an extraordinary difference when they're prepared.

Let's Build a Safer Community Together
Whether you need certification for work or school, want to prepare your family for emergencies, or are looking to train your staff, I'd be honored to help.
Every class is an opportunity to give someone the confidence to save a life—and I believe that's one of the most meaningful investments we can make in our communities.

Jason Rabotnick
California-licensed EMT
American Heart Association Instructor