AED certification is an optional component of CPR and first aid certification training. There are two types of AED certifications — one for professional emergency responders and one for community/workplace responders. Remember that you do NOT need to be certified to use an AED. AED certification offers an opportunity to practice responding to an SCA event in the presence of a certified CPR instructor, helping you be prepared and more confident should you need to use the defibrillator. You can learn more and sign up to be AED-certified here.