What Is Taught In CPR Instructor Classes?
So what do instructor candidates learn during the CPR Instructor course? During the Online Instructor Essentials course, candidates are familiarized with their instructor manuals. The instructor manual contains information such as proper equipment, course setup, how to remediate students, lesson plans, and more.
During the in-person CPR instructor course, candidates will review more of their instructor manual and put some of it into action. They will learn about the structure of the AHA, the core competencies expected of each instructor, how to fill out and submit paperwork, and be given opportunities to practice testing and remediating students on their CPR skills.
One thing that cannon be overemphasized is that candidates do not learn how to do CPR. A candidate should not only hold a CPR provider card, but also be proficient in their skills and knowledge of CPR. If it’s been a year or two since taking a provider course, candidates should study before coming to class to refresh themselves. Lack of proficiency in the skills and knowledge of current CPR guidelines can result in failing the instructor class.
How to Renew a CPR Instructor Certification
The AHA sets the same CPR Instructor requirements for BLS and HeartSaver instructors when it comes time to renew. Every 2 years, an instructor’s certification will expire and must be renewed. In order to renew, the instructor must have completed the following things.
- Teach 4 classes within 2 years.
- Be monitored teaching a class by an AHA Training Center Faculty.
- Perform the skills of CPR for Adult and Infant.
- Pass the written exam with 84% or higher.
Note that only the instructor’s primary training center can perform the renewal process.
The following is a brief outline of what is involved in becoming an AHA instructor.
First and foremost, we must clarify a common misconception about this training and what it is designed to do. Instructor training is simply training on how to become an instructor. It is not designed to make you an expert in the subject matter. Becoming an expert in the subject matter generally takes years of education and years of teaching.
However, it’s alright if you’re not yet an expert in the subject matter. The way the video mediated classes are designed, your role initially is more of a class facilitator, coach and motivator to your students. The video does most of the teaching for you. Over time, as you become more comfortable and knowledgeable with the material, you will be better able to answer questions and expand on the curriculum.
The following is a brief outline of what’s involved in instructor training.
Any individual interested in becoming an instructor must hold a current “Provider Level” certification from the AHA (meaning you hold a current First Aid and/or CPR certification).
You’ll be asked to present a copy of this certification during your instructor training.
The first step of Instructor training is the AHA’s on-line Essentials course.
If you’re a BLS Instructor, follow this link to complete the Essentials course.
worldpoint.com/aha-bls-instructor-essentials-online.html
If you’re a Heartsaver Instructor, follow this link to complete the Essentials course.
https://worldpoint.com/aha-heartsaver-instructor-essentials-online.html
Next, we will meet with you individually for a Training Center Orientation. We will explain your role and responsibilities as an instructor, our responsibility as your training center, the hierarchy of the AHA and all the administrative components involved in being an instructor.
Finally, if you’re an individual going through instructor training, you will join us for one of our classes as an assistant instructor. This will give you an opportunity to ease into the role of an instructor. If we are conducting training for your small group, we will preview the video in depth discussing various facets of the class, teaching techniques and practice teaching different components of the class.
Once these requirements have been met the instructor will be able to teach on their own. However, if an instructor wishes, they may assist with as many additional classes as they want. CPR Professionals’ role as the instructors Training Center is continuous support. We simply wish to give instructors every resource possible so they feel comfortable and confident teaching this material.
The cost of Instructor Training is $300.00.
This cost does not included the American Heart Association Essentials course or the Instructor Manual.
BLS (Healthcare Provider) instructors will need to order the following:
Heartsaver (non healthcare providers) Instructors will need to order the following: worldpoint.com/heartsaver-fa-cpr-aed-instruct-man-2015.html
Mannequins, classroom videos, student manuals, certification cards and other teaching supplies are not included in the cost of Instructor training.
When you’re ready to begin give us a call or send us an email.
We’re looking forward to hearing from you!
