CPR Lifeline

Chris Peters

Owner & Lead Instructor, CPR Lifeline
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Chris Peters is the founder and owner of CPR Lifeline. He has over 28 years of frontline emergency medical experience. A firefighter and EMT since 1996, he brings real-world lifesaving expertise to every class.
Chris Peters

30 Years of experience

200 + Articles Written

Previous Experience

Emergency medical services , Firefighting and CPRLifesaving training expert

More About Chris Peters

Chris Peters is the founder and owner of CPR Lifeline, bringing over 28 years of frontline emergency medical experience to life-saving education. As a firefighter and EMT since 1996, Chris has responded to thousands of medical emergencies, giving him firsthand knowledge of what it truly takes to save a life in critical moments.

What started as a small effort in 2002 by walking from door to door with handmade flyers is now a thriving training site serving over 15,000 students annually. Chris is dedicated because he believes everyone deserves access to quality CPR training that actually prepares them for real emergencies.

Today, Chris leads CPR Lifeline in utilizing cutting-edge training methods, including the Voice Assisted Manikin (VAM) system and AHA HeartCode blended learning, ensuring students receive adaptive, personalized instruction that builds true competency in life-saving skills.

Areas of Expertise

Specialized in emergency response, CPR training, and lifesaving techniques, with extensive experience in both firefighting and medical services.

Emergency Response Experience

30 years as an EMT and firefighter, responding to thousands of medical emergencies

American Heart Association Training

Certified AHA ACLS, PALS, and BLS instructor since 2002

Innovative Training Methods

Pioneer in implementing VAM systems and HeartCode blended learning approaches

Business Development

Growing a single-person operation into a multi-location training organization serving 15,000+ students per year

Adaptive Learning Systems

Expertise in implementing technology-enhanced CPR training that personalizes the learning experience

Impact, Achievements and Present Endevours

130k+

Students trained over 24 years

15k+

Students trained annually

900+

Onsite group classes conducted

25+ Years

Frontline emergency medical experience

Latest Posts from Chris Peters

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Be Part of the Life-Saving Community

In 2025, I started CPR Lifeline with a simple mission, to make quality CPR training accessible to everyone. Today, we’ve trained over 130,000 people, and each one represents a potential life saved. Whether you need certification for work, want to be prepared for your family, or simply want to make a difference in your community, we’re here to guide you.

24/7

Support Available

100%

Passed rate

3000+

Student Success

#1.     Select your Course, Location and Time
#2.    Complete the AHA Online Training
#3.    Perform the hands on skills check
#4.    CONGRATS!  You are certified!