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Become an American Red Cross, HSI, or ECSI Instructor
Turn Your Experience into the Ability to Teach Others
Whether you're a healthcare professional, lifeguard, first responder, educator, or workplace safety leader, becoming an American Red Cross Instructor allows you to teach lifesaving skills that make a lasting impact in your community.
At Palmaffy CPR, our Instructor Academy is led by experienced American Red Cross Instructor Trainers, providing personalized mentorship and hands-on guidance throughout the certification process. Our goal isn't just to help you earn an instructor certification—it's to prepare you to become a confident, effective educator.
Instructor Courses
CPR/AED & First Aid Instructor
Teach Adult & Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED courses for workplaces, schools, childcare providers, community organizations, and the general public.
Ideal for:
Teachers
Childcare providers
Workplace safety coordinators
Corporate trainers
Community volunteers
Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor
Prepare healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality CPR and emergency cardiovascular care through American Red Cross Basic Life Support courses.
Ideal for:
Nurses
EMTs
Paramedics
Physicians
Dental professionals
Respiratory therapists
Medical assistants
Advanced Life Support (ALS) Instructor
Become qualified to teach American Red Cross Advanced Life Support programs for experienced healthcare providers working in advanced clinical settings.
Ideal for experienced:
Critical care nurses
Emergency department staff
Flight crews
EMS professionals
Advanced practice providers
Lifeguard Instructor (LGI)
Become certified to teach American Red Cross Lifeguarding courses and train the next generation of professional lifeguards.
Ideal for:
Experienced lifeguards
Aquatics managers
Waterfront directors
Camp aquatics staff
Recreation professionals
Why Train with Palmaffy CPR?
Unlike large training centers where instructor candidates often feel like just another student, Palmaffy CPR provides a personalized learning experience with direct mentorship from an American Red Cross Instructor Trainer. We emphasize not only meeting certification requirements but also developing the confidence, teaching techniques, and classroom management skills needed to become an effective instructor.
Our instructor courses focus on:
Building confidence in front of a classroom
Effective teaching and coaching techniques
Adult learning principles
Skills evaluation and constructive feedback
Course administration and certification procedures
Real-world teaching scenarios
Ongoing mentorship and support
Prerequisites
Instructor candidates must meet the eligibility requirements established by the American Red Cross for their desired instructor discipline.
Prerequisites may include:
Current provider-level certification
Successful completion of prerequisite skills evaluations
Completion of any required online coursework
Minimum age requirements
Additional discipline-specific prerequisites
Please contact us if you're unsure whether you meet the requirements for a particular instructor course.
Frequently Asked Questions (instructor academy-specific)
Q: Do I need teaching experience?
A: No. Our Instructor Academy is designed to prepare both new and experienced educators to confidently teach American Red Cross courses.
Q: How long does instructor certification take?
A: Course length varies depending on the instructor discipline and any required online learning components. Specific course information is provided during registration.
Q: Will I receive an American Red Cross Instructor certification?
A: Yes. Participants who successfully complete all course requirements will receive an instructor certification issued through the American Red Cross.
Q: Can I teach immediately after certification?
A: Yes. Once certified and affiliated with an American Red Cross Training Provider, you may begin teaching courses within the scope of your instructor certification.
Q: Do you provide mentoring after certification?
A: Absolutely. Palmaffy CPR is committed to supporting new instructors as they begin teaching. We offer guidance, mentorship, and practical advice to help instructors build confidence and succeed in the classroom.
Ready to Become an Instructor?
Whether you're looking to expand your professional skills, train employees within your organization, or begin teaching lifesaving courses in your community, Palmaffy CPR is here to help you succeed.
Take the next step toward becoming an American Red Cross Instructor.
→ Contact Us to set up an instructor course.
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