Convenient CPR and First Aid Training Near Jamaica Plain
Jamaica Plain—commonly called “JP”—is one of Boston’s most distinctive and diverse neighborhoods. Known for its residential streets, independent businesses and extensive green spaces, Jamaica Plain includes Jamaica Pond, Centre Street and a large portion of the Arnold Arboretum.
Jamaica Plain is home to healthcare professionals, educators, childcare providers, first responders, students, fitness professionals, caregivers, businesses and community organizations. Its proximity to hospitals, medical offices, schools, colleges, childcare centers and senior-care programs makes CPR, BLS, ACLS and First Aid certification especially valuable.
Although regularly scheduled classes are not held directly in Jamaica Plain, residents have convenient access to our nearby American Heart Association training center:
CPRBoston.org
2 Granite Avenue
Milton, MA 02186
Our training center is approximately six to eight miles from many parts of Jamaica Plain. Depending on your starting point and traffic conditions, the trip will generally take approximately 15–25 minutes by car. Students should allow additional travel time during morning and evening commuting hours.
Our Milton location allows Jamaica Plain residents to attend professional, in-person CPR, BLS, ACLS and First Aid training without traveling into downtown Boston or paying expensive parking fees.
CPRBoston.org Is Easy to Reach from Jamaica Plain
CPRBoston.org welcomes students from every part of Jamaica Plain, including:
- Centre Street
- Jamaica Pond
- Hyde Square
- Jackson Square
- Monument Square
- Stony Brook
- Green Street
- Egleston Square
- Forest Hills
- Woodbourne
- Parkside
- Moss Hill
- Jamaica Hills
- South Street
- Arborway
- Pondside
Residents traveling from Forest Hills and southern Jamaica Plain are particularly convenient to our Granite Avenue classroom.
Jamaica Plain’s major roads include Centre Street, Washington Street, South Street, the Jamaicaway and the Arborway. Drivers should use their preferred navigation application for the most appropriate route based on their starting point and current traffic.
Driving Directions from Jamaica Plain, MA
The most convenient route depends on where the student begins in Jamaica Plain and current traffic conditions.
From Forest Hills and Southern Jamaica Plain
- Travel east toward Morton Street and Dorchester.
- Continue toward the Milton–Dorchester area.
- Follow your navigation system to 2 Granite Avenue, Milton.
- Typical driving time is approximately 15–20 minutes, depending on traffic.
From Jamaica Pond and Centre Street
- Travel toward the Arborway and southern Jamaica Plain.
- Continue toward Dorchester and Milton.
- Follow current navigation directions to Granite Avenue.
- Typical driving time is approximately 20–25 minutes, depending on traffic.
From Jackson Square and Northern Jamaica Plain
Students traveling from Jackson Square, Hyde Square or northern Jamaica Plain should allow approximately 20–30 minutes, particularly during peak commuting periods.
Public Transportation
Public transportation from Jamaica Plain may require more than one bus or train connection. Depending on the starting point, students may travel toward Forest Hills, Ashmont or another connecting station before continuing to Granite Avenue.
Because MBTA routes and schedules may change, students should use the current MBTA Trip Planner and enter:
Destination: 2 Granite Avenue, Milton, MA 02186
Allow additional time for transfers and walking before the scheduled class.