ERC | Bringing resuscitation to the world

The European Resuscitation Council (ERC) was founded in 1988 as a non-profit organisation with the mission of 'preserving human life by making high-quality resuscitation available to all'.

ERC is committed to advancing resuscitation practices and enhancing the survival rates of individuals experiencing cardiac arrest. The ERC achieves this by developing resuscitation guidelines, providing comprehensive training, and fostering research in the field.

Paris Symposium

The next ERC Symposium is set for March 19-20, 2026, at the Porte de Versailles Exhibition Centre in Paris.

ERC Guidelines 2025

Download the ERC Guidelines from the Download Section.

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Federico Semeraro

Message from the President

In 2024, the European Resuscitation Council (ERC) made meaningful progress across education, science, advocacy, governance, and community engagement. More than 363,000 individuals ...

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Guidelines 2025

Publication for Layperson

The European Resuscitation Council presents this brochure about the 2025 Guidelines on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). It has been written and produced for the general public, describing ...

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Young ERC

Young ERC Resuscitation Science Masterclass

The Young ERC Resuscitation Science Masterclass (RSM) aims to connect, inspire, and support the growth of the next generation of resuscitation scientists worldwide through education, networking and ...

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Get Involved

Donate CPR Equipment & Save Lives

Every heartbeat matters. By giving CPR training tools—like manikins or defibrillator trainers—you equip communities to act fast and save lives. Your donation today means more lifesavers tomorrow.

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Join a Course

Different types of CPR courses are available throughout Europe and beyond. Use our course calendar tool to find the course appropriate for you!

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Become a volunteer

Use your medical expertise to make a real difference. Help us train, advocate, and inspire communities to save lives.

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Shape the Future of Resuscitation – Become an ERC Member Today

Our members are the core of the community. They help fund crucial projects, use their voices to drive change, and help us steer our work into key areas. In return, we offer exclusive membership benefits that are designed for those with an interest in the practice of resuscitation.

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