BLS CPR Instructor with CPR Buddy Become a Certified Instructor
Join us as a certified American Heart Association instructor. Train to become a:
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BLS Instructor
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CPR Instructor
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First Aid Instructor
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HeartCode® Skills Instructor
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HeartSaver® Skills Instructor
Start your journey in teaching life-saving skills today!
Benefits of Becoming a BLS Instructor with CPR Buddy
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No Annual Fees:
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Instructors are not required to pay annual fees for alignments.
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Competitive Certification Cards:
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Course certification cards are offered at competitive prices, making them highly affordable.
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Courses You Can Teach
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Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers:
Comprehensive life-saving techniques for adults, children, and infants.
Use of Automated External Defibrillators (AED).
Heartsaver® Courses:
Heartsaver® CPR AED: Lifesaving skills and AED usage for the general public.
Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED: Combined training in first aid, lifesaving techniques, and AED usage.
Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED: Emergency care procedures for children and infants.
First Aid Training:
Basic skills for treating common injuries and emergencies.
Bloodborne Pathogens Training:
Procedures for handling and preventing exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
Infant Resuscitation:
Specialized techniques for infants, ensuring effective and safe care.
Family & Friends® Resuscitation:
Informal life-saving skills training for family members and friends, ideal for non-certification learning.
Workplace Safety Courses:
Customized training for workplace safety, including emergency response planning and risk assessment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor Course Description
Highlights
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Instructor Roles: Learn the key roles and responsibilities of a BLS Instructor.
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Administrative Training: Master the administrative tasks required to manage BLS courses and issue certifications.
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AHA Certification: Receive an American Heart Association BLS Instructor certification upon successful completion.
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Flexible Learning: Available in both in-person and blended learning formats.
What You'll Learn
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Instructor Roles and Responsibilities:
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Understanding the essential duties of a BLS Instructor.
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Ensuring adherence to AHA guidelines and maintaining course integrity.
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Administrative Tasks:
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Managing course logistics, including scheduling, registration, and classroom setup.
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Handling the paperwork and documentation required for issuing AHA certifications.
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Course Management:
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Organizing and coordinating BLS classes effectively.
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Maintaining accurate records of student progress and course completion.
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Certification Process:
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Steps involved in certifying students and issuing AHA completion cards.
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Ensuring compliance with AHA protocols for skill assessment and documentation.
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Resource Utilization:
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Utilizing AHA instructional materials and resources effectively.
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Accessing and navigating the AHA Instructor Network for updates and support.
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Who Should Take This Course
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Healthcare Professionals: Nurses, doctors, paramedics, and other medical personnel who wish to take on the role of a BLS Instructor.
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Current BLS Providers: Individuals who already possess BLS certification and want to manage BLS courses.
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Community Leaders: Individuals involved in community health and safety education looking to handle course administration.
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Educators and Trainers: Teachers and trainers interested in the administrative aspects of BLS education.
Prerequisites
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Current American Heart Association BLS Provider certification.
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Completion of the BLS Instructor Essentials online course.
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Strong understanding of BLS skills and concepts.
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18 years of age.
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Course Duration
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In-Person BLS Instructor Classroom: Typically a full-day session, lasting approximately 5 hours.
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Blended Learning:
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Online Instructor Essentials Course:1 hour.
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Instructor Candidate monitoring and evaluation of an in-person class within six months.
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Certification Process
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Completion of the BLS Instructor Essentials online course.
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Participation in the in-person Instructor-Led Session.
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Successful demonstration of BLS skills and understanding of administrative responsibilities.
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Mentored teaching experience under the supervision of an experienced AHA Instructor.
Benefits of Certification
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Administrative Expertise: Develop your skills in managing BLS courses and issuing certifications.
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Professional Development: Enhance your qualifications and contribute to the education of healthcare providers.
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AHA Network: Join a global network of American Heart Association instructors.
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Enroll in the Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor course today and take on the vital role of managing and certifying BLS providers in your community!