First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Course
      Purpose

The purpose of this instructor course is to train instructor candidates to teach the American Red Cross
basic-level First Aid, CPR and AED courses.

      Prerequisites

To participate in the First Aid/CPR/AED instructor course, instructor candidates must:
 Be at least 16 years of age on the last day of the instructor course.
 Possess current American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED certification or the equivalent or higher
level.
 Have successfully completed the online Introduction to the First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Course.
 Have successfully completed the in-person precourse skills session.
 Have obtained all materials needed for both the instructor and participants before entering the first
session of the instructor course.

     Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of the First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor course, instructor candidates should be thoroughly
familiar with the program materials and should be able to:
 Exhibit the characteristics required of an American Red Cross representative and role model.
 Conduct courses in a manner that helps participants to stay engaged in the learning process.
 Perform applicable first aid, CPR and AED skills at an appropriate skill level.
 Ensure participants’ health and safety during training.
 Maintain complete and accurate records and reports.
 Plan, organize and conduct the first aid, CPR and AED courses in accordance with the requirements
of the specific class they will be teaching.
 Monitor participants’ practice and provide corrective feedback and encouragement that is consistent
with the skill chart and skill assessment tool.
 Recognize that the requirements in the skill assessment tool are criteria for ascertaining the
proficiency of a participant’s performance.
 Choose the appropriate course and materials to meet the specific training needs of participants or
groups.

Refund policy: Refunds are available up until 7 days prior to the course start, less a $50 admin fee.  After that, no refunds will be given.