Our Classes
All of our classes are taught by professional instructors with more than 20 years of experience in the Paramedic field. Our goal is to leave you feeling confident in knowing how and what to do in a time of crisis. Each of our instructors keep up with the most current techniques and guidelines for performing the skills you will learn in our classes to ensure that you get the best training possible. You’ll learn from experts in a stress free environment.
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What Our Customers Are Saying
Sharon Donahue
03:01 30 Apr 21
I've done several CPR/BLS classes in the past and this was by far the most enjoyable class I have attended. Doug was a... great instructor whose mix of information, scenarios and humor was perfect! My friend and I never felt dumb for answering a question incorrectly! I left class feeling like I had understood and retained a lot of info!read more
Ann Hendrix
22:08 26 Mar 21
Matt is a great instructor and totally knows his subject. You can tell through his energy during his class that he... loves what he does and wants you to learn how to deal with whatever situation you may encounter. This is the 2nd time my company has hired him to instruct and we were very pleased and informed.read more
Janet Doyle
18:46 25 Mar 21
Tier One CPR, Matt Layer, deftly refreshed our annual CPR skills, ensuring that our understanding of updates and... methods was complete. In the individual reviews, he was most supportive of everyone, kindly advising a more helpful technique, as needed, and also highly complimenting each person's efforts. His use of story telling was perfect--just enough to focus us on the training and impactful enough to emphasize the importance of the principle. I highly recommend his work.read more
Eric Shiflett
15:53 19 Mar 21
Matt is an excellent instructor. He brings real world experience and knowledge to the table that not many other... instructors can. I’ve used his services ever since moving to Asheville and recommend him to everyone. Hands down the best.read more
Chris Horne
00:32 11 Mar 21
Had a great experience at Tier 1! Doug is an awesome instructor. It’s clear from the get go the amount of experience he... has in the field and it reflects in his teaching. Great Job!!read more
Renee Ripp
16:13 09 Mar 21
Had a great experience at Tier One, Matt was thorough and helpful throughout the process and the place was very clean... and felt safe during COVID times. Would recommend using Tier One for certifications! Thanks again Mattread more
Therese LaValley
14:22 01 Mar 21
Doug is an excellent trainer. He made the class safe and engaging. 3rd time going through this training and I have to... say I feel much more prepared.read more
Margaret Joy
04:40 18 Feb 21
An awesome BLS training class! The class was straight forward, fun, and engaging. The 3.5 hours really flew by. After... class, I felt more confident about CPR! Our instructor, Doug was organized and taught very well !10 / 10 - would definitely recommend to others :Dread more
Rachel Evans
16:00 26 Jan 21
Matt is a great instructor, very knowledgeable and able to explain things in a way that you can understand and... remember! I highly recommend taking his class and have been a repeat for many years and will continue to use Matt for CPR and First Aid certifications.read more
Brittany McCathern
15:39 26 Jan 21
Matt is by far the best CPR instructor EVER! He keeps the class interactive and educational making sure all of the... participants leave feeling good about what they have learned in the class. I highly recommend taking this course through this organization!read more
Mischa Thomas
23:44 22 Jan 21
After working a long day I wasn't exactly looking forward to sit in on another CPR course the next morning. I arrived... very tired and found myself surprised when Doug, the instructor, really took initiative to make this course as fun, factual and interesting as possible. He really grabbed my attention with his style of teaching, he engaged us in the material non-stop from beginning to end. The time just flew by. Doug did an outstanding job! Thank you!read more
Allison Zopel
12:29 22 Jan 21
Wonderful class and instructor! Very direct and clear! I left the class feeling like I knew what to do in an emergency,... as he made the instructions very clear! Thank you, Matt! I would definitely recommend this class to anyone in need of training!read more
Torie Brissey
10:18 22 Jan 21
I came here to renew my CPR/First Aid certifications. Matt was incredibly knowledgeable. He was to the point and used... real life scenarios to really help the information “stick”. He focused on making sure we retained the information, not just heard it. I had no issues staying engaged. Highly recommend!read more
Nicole Parton
03:43 21 Jan 21
Absolutely the best CPR course I have ever attended. Very informative and interactive. Doug, the instructor did a great... job! Highly recommend.read more
Kimberly Hakaj
15:22 17 Dec 20
Matt was awesome! Very professional and worked with my busy schedule! His class was to the point, informative, and... enjoyable. 10/10 would take again!read more
Antonio “Headkicker” Smith
22:39 16 Dec 20
I came here with a friend recently because my CPR certification was expiring soon and my nursing course required me to... get it renewed. The gentleman that teaches the course is truly upstanding, informative, respectful, and straight-forward. The facility was very clean and everyone was masked and social distanced adequately as well. Overall the instructor makes the course. He really makes you WANT to learn CPR and encourages you to realize the serious implications that come along with being certified. Highly recommend anyone that is needing CPR certification to come here.read more
Avery A
19:14 16 Dec 20
Very kind, professional, and to the point. Best cpr class I've ever taken! Instructor does a great job by keeping it... simple while also engaging you at your level of knowledge. This was helpful for me because I'm in nursing school. Other classes bore me with knowledge I already know. I learned things that I'll never forget thanks to our instructor! I'll be telling all of my friends and peers to go here if they ever need to take a CPR class.read more
Angie Stafford
21:29 09 Dec 20
As a dental office, we needed to renew our CPR/BLS certification, scheduling was easy, time was very appropriate for... our schedule. Matt was very knowledgeable and had a great personality. Parkway Restorative Dentistryread more
Suzanna Moen
19:30 25 Nov 20
2020 Update: I've taken the BLS class at Tier 1 twice now. Once with Matt and Doug. Both classes were very well taught... and they both have the experience that is needed to be trustworthy, high quality teachers on the subject. Their classes do not disappoint and I will continue to go to them for my future BLS/ACLS classes.2018: This is not the usual regurgitated CPR lecture. It is an engaging class with hands on learning/refreshing. I have recommended the class and instructor to my medical field friends.read more
Karyn Panek
23:01 06 Oct 20
This was hands down the best CPR class I’ve attended in the past 15 years. Doug brought real life experience and... various considerations that I’ve never heard otherwise. Additionally, he had a warm, engaging, and easy going personality that made the 3.5 hours fly by. Highly recommend!read more
Kristin Callahan
20:11 02 Oct 20
Doug teaches CPR in a way that makes it easy to digest and learn. He takes away the anxiety from the very idea of... providing life saving support to someone. Had an enjoyable time, and learned a lot.read more
Randi Lunsford
13:57 24 Sep 20
I so greatly appreciated the opportunity to get into a class with such short notice with all the covid going around. ... Class size was small and instructor was awesome. Facility was very clean and the supplies/mannequins and aed were modern. I will follow up with him again in 2 years 😉. Highly recommended!read more
Majestic D0gg0
17:12 19 Sep 20
Fantastic class! Doug was an excellent instructor. Very easy going and made things humorous 😊 Due to Covid we all got... our own adult and infant mannequin. I'll definitely recommend this class to others!read more
Carly Penny
11:00 12 Sep 20
After working nearly all day, the class began at 3:15 and ended at 9:15... and I was still motivated and excited at the... end of Doug's six hour class! Thanks for being such a good teacher to a group of teachers.read more
Jesse Watson
01:53 30 Aug 20
Best BLS/ACLS renewal I’ve taken. Matt has experience on the road as well as in hospital and is able to tailor his... teaching to meet everyone’s needs. Super knowledgeable instructor. He broke down the algorithms and rhythms making them easy to understand and easily identifiable. I wish I had taken my initial class with him.read more
Paige Wood
17:33 29 Aug 20
Great class! Matt is very knowledgeable and presents the curriculum so it is easy to understand and apply. I would... definitely recommend this course and instructor.read more
Megan Walters
17:29 28 Aug 20
Really great ACLS class with a teacher who obviously knows what he is doing from a lot of experience. Will happily come... back for my renewal!read more
Israel Josheff
17:29 28 Aug 20
Matt is the best AHA instructor that I have ever worked with. He’s knowledgable and applies his real world experience... to the class. He supports a stress free learning environment which is very much appreciated.read more
Brandon
00:10 26 Aug 20
After being in many CPR renewal classes, this was my favorite. Doug is a great teacher and does an excellent job at... keeping the class engaged and the content stimulating.read more
Olaf Snyder
01:29 25 Aug 20
This was an excellent class. I learned new facts. Doug L. Was a fantastic teacher!!!!. He kept me awake, and anyone... who can do that is above average!!. He engages people in the class. He also remembers people's names and facts about them. He knows his topics and does an amazing job of presenting them. This was the best CPR class I have taken, and I have taken MANY of them. I will take more classes here. Thanks Doug.tread more
shonna campbell
13:57 14 Jul 20
Matt's work is based on years of work in the field. He knows what he is talking about and makes the subject matter... accessible through true stories of emergency work in action. He is funny and thorough. I really enjoyed the course!read more
brion arthur
21:34 08 Jul 20
Really appreciate the training class! Doug was an excellent presenter & he was very responsive & welcoming to our... groups questions & concerns! Thanks!read more
Rebekah Beyer
16:15 19 Jun 20
Informative class that was tailored to class participants. Matt teaches at your level; he'll make sure you understand... why you are doing what you are doing, and is able to provide lots of real life examples. Highly recommend!read more
connie schropp-hosford
17:50 17 Jun 20
Excellent instruction! Good participation with class and instructor. Highly recommend to anyone! Class Wednesday... 6/17/20.read more
Alexandra Kizer
01:10 17 Jun 20
This was the best place I’ve ever taken a CPR class! Super interactive and fun (:
ashton s
23:56 10 Jun 20
Amazing teacher and class. I have been to many a CPR class, but this class has helped me feel confident with my... knowledge and ability to perform CPR. Class was simple and easy to understand, while testing my knowledge on what I have learned. The teacher was knowledgeable and told incredible stories of when he was a paramedic to help put some of the concepts he described in class into real life situations. He was very personable. I am definitely coming back to re-certify.read more
Liz Davis
17:20 10 Jun 20
I had the best BLS/CPR training here with Matt. He is very knowledgeable, attentive, and charismatic. The facility was... unbelievably clean and the props were high end. I will never take a class anywhere else.read more
June Vengoechea
20:12 29 May 20
I was impressed with the degree of knowledge and attention to detail that Matt disclosed to us. I think that he enjoys... his profession and is excellent at explaining all aspects of CPR. what an eye-opening experience and very easy to comprehend and apply. I left this class with a different perspective of saving a life and I feel confident that I can apply this knowledge and make a difference in someone's life-threatening situation. I am so appreciative that this life-saving class was recommended to me.ROBERTO VENGOECHEAread more
Devi Sharp
17:14 04 Mar 20
I have gone to many cpr classes since I became an EMT in 1980 and this was the very best CPR class. Larry was clear in... his teaching with just the right amount of stories to illustrate his point. The most important thing about CPR is that you can do it and I think everyone who left the class could perform CPR if needed.read more
Anastasia Brunetti
01:53 30 Jan 20
The best CPR/First Aid class I have ever had. I, now after 10 years of classes, understand why I am doing - what I am... doing. Matt explained everything is easy to understand details and used visuals and stories to help us "get it". Very impressed with the level to information and professionalism.read more
J Houk
14:20 24 Jan 20
Matt is an excellent instructor. He has a teaching style that really makes the information stick and keeps you engaged.... I have taken many CPR classes over the years and this one was by far the best. Just a high quality class all around!read more
Laurel Tillman
00:55 20 Jan 20
Top notch class and instructor. Very engaging and full of knowledge and experience. I have been taking these classes... for 20 years and this is the first time I walked out 100% confident I could handle a life saving situation. No nonsense and perfectly practical knowledge.read more
Soni Pitts
01:39 17 Jan 20
Small, focused classes with an experienced professional who's actually performed CPR in the field innumerable times as... a first responder, and is able to provide real-world, first-hand insights and advice in addition to the official material. I've certified with Tier One CPR before, as well as with other providers, and based on those comparative experiences I plan to stick with Tier One CPR whenever possible going forward. I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for top-quality instruction.read more
Caitlin Bushong
20:25 14 Jan 20
Went through my CPR certification through Tier One. Matt was the best BLS teacher I've ever had. He creates great... scenarios and gives you the best experience stories to really put it all into perspective. No cutting corners, get's straight to the content! Really great training, really awesome teacher.read more
Ann Marie Sindt
23:46 09 Jan 20
No-holds barred training. Matt has enough experience to create realistic scenarios for best possible outcomes. Highly... recommended.read more
Adam Galles
02:36 09 Jan 20
Excellent and very informative class with real life situational examples. It's great to learn from someone who is... exceptionally trained and teaches with an energetic disposition. Highly recommend!read more
Mechelle Akers
13:37 20 Dec 19
Very practical instruction and tips about things that can happen during an emergency! I appreciate this because... working in a rural location I have to feel confident to manage any situation. Matt's instruction certainly accomplished what I was looking for in a CPR class. Matt will be my CPR instructor from now on!read more
Richard D
22:16 20 Nov 19
I've been required to keep current in my CPR training by my state licensing board for many years now. Matt's course... today is the best CPR/BLS class I've ever attended. He is energetic, fun, razor sharp, and very talented as a trainer. Matt really knows his stuff. He shared many examples of emergencies he has encountered during his career and interwove that with his class training which just made it all seem so real life and practical. Awesome CPR trainer....I highly recommend Matt & Tier One CPR!😎read more
Carmen Cronon
15:55 06 Oct 19
Matt is an awesome teacher! I liked how he incorporated his real life experiences into teaching the CPR class. If you... need a CPR class, I highly recommend taking it with Matt!read more
Danielle Epling
01:57 22 Sep 19
I've taken similar courses in the past but this left me feeling more confident and knowledgable than anything I've... previously been apart of. Matt, the teacher, is such a wealth of knowledge. Gets right to the points, is very affirmative in his teaching, and certainly has a lifetime of experience to back up everything he says. He puts so much intention into what he does, from the class down to the coziness of his business space. Stellar experience!read more
Colin Hunt
11:53 11 Sep 19
I've taken CPR classes 6 or 7 times before and Matt's class was above and beyond the best class I've taken. Matt... teaches the information required by the AHA but he goes a step further to explain what you actually need to know in a real life emergency. His experience and his energy made the class fly by and I walked away feeling like I had truly learned life saving information.read more
WNC Dental Office
15:43 28 Aug 19
We had a very large group and Matt handled all of us with excellence in a timely fashion. Matt was very informative... with hands on training and keeping us engaged with all of his stories. we all enjoyed his class very much. Hands down the best instructor! Highly recommend.read more
martha martin
17:46 23 Aug 19
I just finished the CPR class with Matt. He was an awesome teacher! He was clear, knowledgeable and peppered the... instruction with real life stories that really drove home the concepts and the most vital pieces of information. He was also super entertaining while at the same time, deadly serious. I'm so appreciative of his very effective approach of teaching.read more
Nicole Schultz
20:32 14 Aug 19
Matt is the best in the business! He's a former first responder with plenty of experience with emergencies, giving him... a special insight into the kind of real life situations we could encounter. Matt's teaching style is easy to understand and remarkably entertaining. Train with Tier One CPR. You will be glad you did.read more
Why Tier One CPR?
Tier One offers the most competitive rates for life saving certification and training. Our courses are designed to work with your busy schedule in a stress free environment to make learning fun and easy.
Courses included the following:
- State of the Art Manikins
- Your own resuscitation mask
- Access to Videos and Lectures
- One on one time with the instructor
- Same Day Certification Card (upon successful completion of course)
- Low Student to Equipment Ratios ~ Day & Evening Classes Available
75% of all heart attacks happen at home. Eventually everybody needs help. Are you ready?
Our Students
We provided training for medical professionals for both renewal and first time certification. We also have courses designed to train non-medical personnel. We’ve provided training and certification for the following types of students.
- Healthcare Providers
- Paramedics
- EMT’s
- Nurses
- CNA’s
- CRNA
- PA’s Doctors
- All Healthcare college students
- PT’s
- OT’s
- Life Guard
- Fitness Instructor
- Educators & Teachers
- Childcare Professionals
- Personal Trainers
- Outdoor Guides
- Large corporations and Industries
- Lay Person
- Parents
- Couples
- Anyone else that wants to learn how to save lives!
Testimonials
Amazing CPR teacher! The course was very extensive and engaging.
This class was very informative. I enjoyed your presentation style.
Matt was awesome! He was very knowledgeable about all the material covered. He provided real life experiences that helped make the material learned feel more real. I feel very confident in myself.
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