Specialty & Community Courses
Courses open to the public, first responders, and organizations — no clinical background required.
Additional Training Offerings
The following courses are taught by River City CPR instructors independently of AHA or Red Cross program requirements.
Stop the Bleed
Learn to control life-threatening bleeding using direct pressure, wound packing, and tourniquets. Developed by the American College of Surgeons. No prerequisites — open to everyone.
California EMT Skills Verification
Hands-on EMT psychomotor skills verification for California recertification, including instructor evaluation and SCVF sign-off.
Specialty Course FAQ
Who should take Stop the Bleed?
Stop the Bleed is useful for workplaces, schools, restaurants, security teams, community groups, and anyone who wants practical bleeding-control skills.
Is EMT Skills Verification a full EMT refresher?
No. EMT Skills Verification is a hands-on skills verification appointment. Contact us if you also need CE hours or refresher options.
Can specialty training be done for groups?
Yes. Group and on-site training may be available depending on the course and instructor availability.
These courses are offered independently. No AHA or Red Cross affiliation applies to this page.