Effective January 1, 2026, all canfitpro certified members must hold a valid CPR A & AED or CPR C & AED certificate issued within the past two years to meet certification requirements.

Starting January 1, 2026, a minimum of CPR A & AED, issued within the last two years, is required for certification. All canfitpro CPR courses will include AED training. Certificates issued by canfitpro will be valid for two years from the date of issue.

These updates align with industry standards for lifesaving education and ensure best practices for retraining frequency and AED usage, enhancing safety for all.

New certifications and/or certification renewals processed prior to January 1, 2026:

Basic Adult CPR (CPR Level A) certification obtained during a live course is required to become certified. First aid is recommended although not required. CPR is valid up to one (1) year from the date it was originally issued. CPR recertification must be completed annually to renew your certification(s).

New certifications and/or certification renewals processed on or after January 1, 2026:

Adult CPR and AED (CPR Level A & AED) certification obtained during a live course is required to become certified. First aid is recommended although not required. For CPR Certificates issued on or after January 1, 2026, CPR is valid up to two (2) years from the date is was originally issued. You must have a valid CPR on file to renew your certification(s).

After January 1, 2026, you must complete an in-person CPR A & AED course within the last two years to maintain or obtain certification. Certificates issued before this date will not be valid for two years; a new course must be completed in 2026.

AED training is now essential, as AEDs significantly improve survival rates in emergencies. Increased AED availability means fitness professionals must be prepared to use this equipment confidently.

Due to the high-risk nature of our industry, it is extremely important to refresh your CPR & AED skills as frequently as possible so you can confidently respond in an emergency. canfitpro strives to exceed industry standards on a national and international level. Requiring CPR and other skills be updated regularly ensures that we can do this.

Prior to January 1, 2026, CPR must be issued within the last year from a live course. A minimum of CPR level A is required.

On or after January 1, 2026, CPR must be issued within the last two years from a live course. A minimum of CPR level A & AED is required. CPR cards must be issued on or after January 1, 2026 in order to be considered valid under this policy, otherwise your certificate should be considered as valid for 1 year.

No. Only certificates issued on or after January 1, 2026, will be valid for two years. Certificates issued before this date must be renewed in 2026.

No. Regardless of the expiry date on the certificate, only those issued on or after January 1, 2026, will be valid for two years under canfitpro policy.

CPR is a physical skill – to master and appropriately demonstrate your capabilities, CPR needs to be taught in a live setting. canfitpro, along with our educational partner Rescue 7, only offers and accepts live courses as they also meet nationwide insurance and health and safety board requirements.

No. CPR is a practical skill that requires in-person, hands-on training. The requirement for in-person course completion remains unchanged.

You can find CPR Courses by visiting www.canfitpro.com and logging into your member portal. Under the “Get Education” drop down, select “CPR Courses” and you can browse different dates, locations, and levels there.

Please contact our Member Experience Team via your canfitpro member portal at www.canfitpro.com, or 1-800-667-5622 as soon as you know that you will have difficulties obtaining your CPR Certification to discuss options and extensions available to you.

No. Certification and membership renewals remain annual requirements for all canfitpro certified members.

Yes. While canfitpro allows renewal every two years, you may recertify more often to meet employer or personal requirements.

You are responsible for meeting all requirements set by your employer, insurance, certifying body, and other organizations. canfitpro’s policy is a minimum of CPR A & AED from an in-person course within the past two years. Higher-level or more frequent certifications are acceptable for canfitpro requirements.

Please contact cpr@canfitpro.com to inquire about AED purchases.

If you have more questions, you can contact your local PRO TRAINER, email us at info@canfitpro.com, or call us toll-free at 1-800-667-5622, or contact us online.