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EXAM INFORMATION (AFAA-CGFI)

To Become an AFAA-CGFI, Candidates Must Meet the Following Eligibility Requirements:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have current Emergency Cardiac Care (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification prior to sitting for the exam (not required to purchase the GFI).

There are different steps to scheduling your AFAA-GFI exam depending on whether you're taking the in-person exam at a proctoring location or online through a live remote proctor. Take a look at the steps below. Note: If the country in which you are looking to schedule your exam is unavailable for registration online or over the phone through PSI, please contact AFAA Member Services at 1-800-446-2322 to start your registration process. Please allow 4-6 weeks for scheduling.

At the time of your test, you will be required to show proof of a valid, current, government-issued Photo ID and current, valid Emergency Cardiac Care (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification.*

AFAA recognizes that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there is very limited availability of hands on skills assessments for CPR/AED certifications. AFAA will be temporarily waiving the hands on skills assessment requirement and accepting online only CPR/AED courses. This waiver applies to exam candidates and professionals recertifying their credentials.

Please note: The online course must still include Adult CPR and AED.

Once You Pass the Exam

Once you pass the exam, you will be able to print a temporary certificate from your Account Page after three to five business days. An official certificate will be mailed to you within 4-6 weeks of passing the exam.

If You Do Not Pass the Exam

If you do not pass the exam, call AFAA’s Member Services Department at 1-800-446-2322 to purchase a retest. Candidates who do not pass the certification exam on the first attempt will be allowed to retake the exam after a 1-week waiting period.