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Darrell Walker brings over two decades of expertise as a certified CPR and First Aid Instructor, with a distinguished career in aquatics and recreation management. Retired as a Recreation Superintendent for a municipal agency, he oversees a team of 150 employees and has led aquatics programming for more than 30 years.
His previous roles with the cities of Pasadena, Monrovia and San Bernardino further solidified his reputation in the Southern California aquatics community. Known for maintaining impeccable safety records, Mr. Walker has never experienced a major incident at any pool site under his supervision—a testament to his commitment to excellence and safety.
A highly respected trainer, he has personally certified more than 10,000 individuals in CPR and First Aid, equipping them with life-saving skills and confidence. His dedication to quality instruction and public safety makes him a trusted leader in the field.
Overview
Hired 18 times
Serves Pasadena, CA
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2 employees
20 years in business
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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and punctuality.
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Valerie W.
Aug 7, 2023
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I wish I could choose more than three positive results as to how much I like working with Darrell Walker! Mr. Walker's expertise and his passion for CPR/AED training is very evident. I am so happy that I chose Mr. Walker to train staff at El Camino Community College in Torrance. His sense of humor helps balance out the seriousness of life-saving training. Attendees are also able to practice leadership and teamwork as part of each class, which is definitely an added PLUS! The BEST CPR/AED Instructor. My extended gratitude and recognition to Mr. Walker!
Details: CPR training for medical professionals (BLS) • American Heart Association (AHA) • American Red Cross (ARC) • We are 5 - 10 students • 18 - 22 years old • 23 - 30 years old • 31 - 40 years old • 41 - 50 years old • 51 - 60 years old • 61 or older • I do NOT have a deadline • My home, venue, etc.
CPR and First Aid Training
Sherri G.
Oct 22, 2022
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Darrell provided an excellent CPR class. Our group definitely came out of the class knowing much much more than we did before. Excellent.
Details: Standard CPR training • American Red Cross (ARC) • We are 5 - 10 students • 23 - 30 years old • 41 - 50 years old • 51 - 60 years old • I do NOT have a deadline • My home, venue, etc.
CPR and First Aid Training
Linda G.
Sep 14, 2020
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Darrell was great!! He made sure we were trained and ready to be able perform CPR
Details: CPR training for medical professionals (BLS) • American Heart Association (AHA) • I am the only student • 51 - 60 years old • My home, venue, etc.
CPR and First Aid Training
Demetrius M.
Aug 24, 2018
The Safety Division needed to have AED/CPRtraining for our employees. We wanted to save on the cost, and when we asked Darrell if he would teach the course he was very pro-active in assisting and making sure he was available for the schedule we had set. All who attended had nothing but good things to say about the training and Darrell.
Susana P.
Aug 24, 2018
Darrell did an amazing job teaching our class. He knows the material, he presented in a manner that everyone understood and made the class enjoyable for everyone.
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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Starting cost vary depending on the certification requirements
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I have my own equipment which includes laptop and projector.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been America Red Cross Instructor for more than 15 years and now a America Heart Association. I have worked for the City of Pasadena for more than 28 years and responsible for training all City employees in CPR and First Aid. I have been responsible for overseeing the cities of San Bernardino, Monrovia and Pasadena Aquatics Programs. Which includes training and recertification in lifeguarding. I served on numerous interview boards for cites throughout Southern California because I am considered an expert in Aquatics.
