First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor – Red Cross

First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor – Red Cross

This First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Training course is designed for individuals who want to become certified instructors under the American Red Cross framework. The program prepares participants to teach First Aid, CPR, and AED courses following official Red Cross standards.

This course is ideal for teachers, workplace safety officers, healthcare support staff, corporate trainers, and individuals who want to become certified instructors and deliver life-saving training programs professionally. The First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor – Red Cross certification is widely recognized across workplaces, schools, and organizations.

Why Choose This Certification?

This First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor – Red Cross certification helps professionals build confidence and credibility in teaching life-saving skills. It ensures instructor-level competency following standardized Red Cross guidelines.

Prerequisites & Eligibility

To enroll, participants must:

• Hold a current or equivalent First Aid/CPR/AED certification
• Be at least 16 years old
• Demonstrate basic CPR, AED, and First Aid skills

Some candidates may also need Basic Instructor Fundamentals (BIF) training.

Course Delivery Format

The First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor – Red Cross program includes:

• Online instructor training modules
• In-person CPR & AED skills sessions
• Classroom First Aid instruction

All online modules must be completed before in-person training.

Duration:
Varies by provider; includes online + 1 or more days of in-person training.

How the Training Works

1. Enroll in the instructor course
2. Complete online modules
3. Attend practical sessions
4. Practice teaching sessions
5. Complete assessment
6. Get certified

Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

• Teach First Aid, CPR, and AED courses
• Follow Red Cross instructional standards
• Conduct safe and effective training sessions
• Evaluate and guide students
• Deliver instructor demonstrations

Instructor Certification

After completion of the First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor – Red Cross course, participants receive a 2-year certification.

Certified instructors can teach:

• Adult First Aid/CPR/AED
• Pediatric First Aid
• Blended learning courses

They may also work independently or with organizations to deliver training programs.

Career Benefits

Certified instructors can:

• Work as professional trainers
• Train workplace teams
• Deliver independent courses
• Earn income through training services

Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Earn 0.7 CEUs upon completion, applicable for:

• License renewal
• Professional development
• Instructor continuing education