In order to contribute to a significant increase in the number of first responders, the state of Hesse is introducing mandatory resuscitation training in the 7th grade. “School is the best place to initiate socially necessary changes. Our low-threshold and easily implementable concept is intended to reach all children and adolescents, enabling them to act immediately in the event of cardiac arrest,” emphasizes Armin Schwarz, Hessian Minister for Culture, Education and Opportunities. The aim is not to “train professional rescue workers, but to guarantee a nationwide minimum standard.” After a successful pilot phase with 30 schools in the 2023/2024 school year, another 180 schools will initially be included in the program this school year. Over the next three years, all secondary schools in Hesse will then conduct resuscitation training in the 7th grade, making it a pioneer nationwide. The framework for implementation will be decided by…