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Learn to Use an AED When Seconds Matter

Garden State Emergency Training provides AED training for workplaces, schools, and public-facing organizations in Roebling, New Jersey and surrounding areas.

When someone collapses from sudden cardiac arrest, the time between collapse and defibrillation determines whether they survive with minimal brain damage or not at all. AED courses in Roebling or a neighboring community teach you how to operate an Automated External Defibrillator, where to place the pads, and how to coordinate the shock with CPR so that you are not guessing during an emergency. Garden State Emergency Training uses trainer AED units that walk you through the steps in real time, so you hear the prompts, feel the rhythm of the process, and practice the full sequence before you ever face a real event.


The course covers how to turn on the AED, apply the electrode pads to bare skin, follow the voice prompts, and ensure no one is touching the patient when the shock is delivered. You will learn when the AED will recommend a shock and when it will not, how to resume CPR immediately after the shock, and how to keep the device in place until paramedics arrive. This training is appropriate for anyone who may need to respond to a cardiac emergency, including office staff, teachers, gym employees, and volunteer coordinators. Sessions typically last one to two hours and are often combined with CPR instruction.


Garden State Emergency Training can schedule AED training in Roebling, Cherry Hill, Freehold, or a surrounding area for your team or organization at a time that works with your calendar.

Practice With Real Devices and Scenarios

Your instructor brings AED trainers and CPR mannequins so you can practice the full response from recognition through defibrillation. In Roebling and the surrounding areas, classes are held in workplaces, community centers, or training rooms where participants can kneel and work through the scenario without distraction. You will practice placing pads on an adult mannequin, listening to the AED prompts, and delivering a simulated shock while your instructor observes and corrects your technique.


After the course, you will know how to open an AED cabinet, prepare the patient's chest, attach the pads correctly, and follow the device's instructions without hesitation. Your team will be able to integrate AED use into CPR cycles, which increases the chance of restoring a normal heart rhythm before advanced care arrives. Most participants report feeling less anxious about using an AED once they have practiced with the voice prompts and seen how simple the device is designed to be.


Garden State Emergency Training emphasizes coordination between the person performing CPR and the person operating the AED, since both tasks need to happen in the same compressed timeline. The course does not cover AED maintenance or device troubleshooting, but it does prepare you to use the unit correctly during an emergency. This training is often required by employers who have installed AEDs on site or by organizations preparing staff for public-facing roles.

What People Ask About AED Training

Before signing up for AED courses in Roebling, many people want to know what the training involves, how long it takes, and whether they need prior CPR experience.

What does an AED course cover?
The course teaches you how to turn on the AED, apply electrode pads, follow voice prompts, and deliver a shock safely. You also learn how to coordinate AED use with CPR and what to do if the device does not recommend a shock.
How long does an AED course take?
Most AED courses run one to two hours, depending on whether CPR instruction is included. Your instructor will confirm the schedule when you register.
Do I need CPR training before taking an AED course?
No, but many people take both courses together since AEDs are used alongside CPR during cardiac emergencies. Garden State Emergency Training offers combined sessions in Roebling if you want to train on both skills in one visit.
What equipment do I need to bring?
You do not need to bring anything. Garden State Emergency Training provides AED trainers, mannequins, and all training materials. Wear clothing that allows you to move and kneel comfortably.
Will I receive a certification after the course?
Yes, you will receive a course completion card that documents your AED training. Some certifying organizations include AED use as part of a combined CPR and AED certification.

If your organization in Roebling has installed an AED or you want your team prepared to respond to cardiac emergencies, Garden State Emergency Training can provide hands-on AED instruction with trainer devices and scenario-based practice. Reach out to schedule a session and confirm whether you want CPR instruction included.