The FDNY CPR Program offers hands-only CPR (please note: this program does not offer CPR certification). The classes are taught by certified FDNY EMS members. Hands-Only CPR involves pressing on a cardiac arrest victim’s chest without performing mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. The goal of these classes is to equip New Yorkers with the basic skills needed to take action in the event of a cardiac arrest emergency. Program participants are provided with the following: - Skilled demonstrations and hands-on practice for performing hands-only CPR. (with mannequins) - Basic instruction on how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED). - Additional information for identifying a person in need of CPR and other resources. To date, the program has successfully trained thousands of New Yorkers in this lifesaving technique.