If your teen hasn't taken a CPR class yet, it's time to make those arrangements. CPR is something that every teen should know. You never know when your teen will be in a situation where CPR is needed. Those skills can save someone's life. If your not sure your teen needs to know CPR, read the list below. These situations may require your teen to rely on their training.  

You Suffer From a Medical Condition

If you suffer from a medical condition, your teen needs to know CPR. There may come a time when you need it. Even if the paramedics are called, they can take a while to arrive. Too much time waiting for help could mean the difference. If your teen has the necessary training, they can step in and provide CPR until paramedics arrive. 

Your Teen has Started to Babysit

If your teen has started providing babysitting services, it's time for them to learn CPR. Small children may stop breathing for a number of reasons. Some of those reasons include choking, sickness, or even SIDS — sudden infant death syndrome. If your teen has learned CPR, they can provide much-needed emergency care in a life-or-death situation while they're babysitting. Many parents prefer hiring babysitters who've taken a CPR course. That means your teen will be more likely to secure babysitting jobs. 

You Have a Pool in Your Yard

If you have a pool in your yard, you need to make sure that your teen completes a CPR training course. If you've taken a CPR course, you may feel that your family is safe. But, that might not be the case. A drowning may occur while you're away from home. Or, you may be the drowning victim. If that's the case, your teen will need to know how to provide that life-saving service. In fact, if you have a pool in your yard, every member of your family that's old enough should receive CPR training. 

Your Teen Attends School

If your teen goes to school, they need to know how to perform CPR. Emergencies can happen at school at any time. Most schools are practicing lockdown procedures. They do that to prepare for active-shooter scenarios. Likewise, it's essential for your teen to be trained in CPR. Not only that, but your teen may have a friend who suffers from a medical condition such as asthma. If your teen knows CPR, they may be able to step in and save their friend's life during an emergency.

For more information, reach out to a professional who provides CPR courses.