
New Red Cross Instructors

Red Cross Instructor Trainer Training
A Red Cross Instructor Trainer teaches and certifies other Instructors (also known as train-the-trainer or Instructor Faculty at other organizations). Being a Red Cross Instructor Trainer is a fulfilling and rewarding experience. Find out more on how to become part of this highly qualified group.

Easy Bridging to Become
a Red Cross Instructor
Do you or your Instructors, Instructor Trainers and/or Training Center Faculty hold a current Instructor certification from a comparable training organization such as the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Health & Safety Institute (HSI)? If so, it’s easy to bridge to American Red Cross training courses.
1. Register for the appropriate bridge.
2. Fill out the online form and submit it with the required credentials.
3. Review program materials for the course.
4. Take the free online Instructor bridge course. No in-person class is required.

Easy Crossover or Reentry Courses to become a Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor
Do you have Instructors and/or Instructor Trainers certified with another equivalent training program and interested in teaching Red Cross Lifeguarding Programs? It’s easy to get trained by completing an abbreviated blended learning crossover course designed for Instructors to achieve Red Cross instructor certification to teach. For more information, visit the Instructor Candidates Page on the Red Cross Learning Center.
If you are unable to find a course in your area, please reach out to your local aquatic facility.

- The following reviews are for product "Wilderness & Remote First Aid Instructor Bridge-OL"
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Video, books easy to understand
This reviewer rated product 4 out of 5 stars.WfrSteve1 year agoThe course is self paced on the computer which is nice for working adults. For me course was easy. I've been a Wilderness First Responder. WFR for 32 years. EMT for 9.5 years The ability to bridge is great for people who have knowledge, experience with wilderness medicine. The Red Cross needs to update out dated techniques.
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It was fine
This reviewer rated product 4 out of 5 stars.SuzyA4 years agoNot super interesting; a lot of reviewing the manual and answering questions. I think a few videos showing skills or how to teach the skills would have been helpful and made the course more interesting.
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- The following reviews are for product "Basic Life Support Instructor Bridge-OL"
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This reviewer rated product 4 out of 5 stars.
Aba251 month ago
I bought this two years ago, I was satisfied with the outcome.
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BLS yay
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.Donisences1 month agoI was so happy to see that this is a part of ARC now.
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- The following reviews are for product "Basic Life Support Instructor-BL"
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Great Class
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.lbarnes6 years agoI was very pleased at the professionalism from the instructor. She gave very helpful feedback and even taught me new techniques that will be helpful in the classes I will teach in the future.
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I feel like I learned something
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.SPara4 years agoMelanie was a great instructor, I had for a few months ago for my CPR Instructor class too & in both classes I know I learned something & left the class assured that I could teach CPR AND BLS.
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- The following reviews are for product "LTB Tourniquet Application Virtual Instructor Bridge-r.21"
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LTB Tourniquet virtual training
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.Bradley1491 year agoThis training was well conducted and the instructor was very helpful.
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Well taught class
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.elizahar2 months agoInstructor was great! Answered all the questions and for an online class kept track of each persons progress.
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- The following reviews are for product "Head Neck MBJI and Splinting Virtual Instructor Bridge-r.21"
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Suscinct
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.FiFi3 years agoIt was good review for me and I thought it was well done. The instructor was patient. I
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Great skill!
This reviewer rated product 4 out of 5 stars.Mtnmamanks3 years agoNice way to get more specialized understanding of specific skills.
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- The following reviews are for product "First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor-BL-r.21"
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This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.
May304 days ago
So when I walked in the class at first I was very nervous but after M. Anthony introduced himself the class was amazing. He made the class a very calm space and a very funny place to learn.
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CPR Training
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.Karalovehart3 weeks agoI absolutely loved this CPR training course! Roberto was a fantastic instructor—engaging, knowledgeable, and made the learning experience enjoyable and memorable. I genuinely appreciated the hands-on practice and the clarity of instruction. I feel much more confident in my ability to respond in an emergency and teach others. Highly recommend this training to anyone looking to be prepared
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