Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification
Become a certified American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor with Feel Confident CPR Training.
Our one-day, instructor-led course prepares qualified participants to teach American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED classes. Through interactive instruction and hands-on activities, instructor candidates develop the skills and confidence needed to teach lifesaving techniques to others.
Participants must complete required online coursework and meet CPR/AED certification prerequisites before attending the in-person instructor class.
Candidates who successfully complete all course requirements earn an official American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certification, valid for two years.
Red Cross Instructor Course Prerequisites
Before attending the American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor course, participants must meet the following prerequisites:
1. Complete the Required Online Course
Instructor candidates must complete the required online coursework before attending the one-day, in-person instructor training session.
2. Hold a Current Adult CPR/AED or BLS Certification
Participants must already possess a current Adult CPR/AED or BLS certification from an approved training organization.
Accepted certifications include:
- American Red Cross
- American Heart Association (AHA)
- Health & Safety Institute (HSI)
- American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI)
Have a Certification from Another Organization?
If you hold certification from a different training provider, contact Feel Confident CPR Training before registering. We'll help determine whether your existing certification meets the course prerequisites.
Completing these requirements in advance helps ensure you're prepared for the instructor training class.
What You'll Learn in Red Cross Instructor Training
Our American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor course prepares qualified participants to confidently teach lifesaving skills to others.
During the instructor training course, you'll develop skills in:
- Delivering engaging and effective First Aid, CPR, and AED instruction
- Demonstrating lifesaving techniques accurately
- Guiding students through hands-on skills practice
- Evaluating student performance and providing corrective feedback
- Managing classroom activities and encouraging student participation
- Following American Red Cross instructional guidelines and course requirements
Through interactive instruction, practical teaching exercises, and instructor feedback, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence needed to lead American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED classes.
Our goal is to help you become a capable, confident instructor who can effectively teach others how to respond to emergencies.
