
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 "Basic Life Support Instructor Trainer Bridge-OL"
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Videos and education materials are great
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.Meljoh2 years agoI completed the program online, the program materials and videos are very well made. I really enjoyed learning through red cross learning.
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Great Information
This reviewer rated product 4 out of 5 stars.Edugal5 years agoI appreciate the organization of information provided. The information is very relevant to my role. I have looked everywhere on the Learning Center for the Instructor Trainer Guide mentioned in the course. I am unable to locate it.
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- The following reviews are for product "Basic Life Support Instructor Bridge-OL"
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American Red Cross Bridge
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.NEW ARC Instructor1 year agoCompleted the bridge program very detailed and fortunately very similar to the American Heart Association and American Health and Safety Institute. I am now excited to start teaching under American Red Cross!
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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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- The following reviews are for product "First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor-BL-r.21"
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CPR Training
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.Karalovehart4 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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Robin is an EXCELLENT Instructor
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.RtB RN3 days agoRobin was very well organized, informative, gave many helpful tips on conducting classes. She was encouraging, friendly and very knowledgeable. Her ease with the material and well planned day made the time go by quickly. Very professional and helpful throughout the day.
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- The following reviews are for product "Emergency Medical Response Instructor Bridge-online"
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Emergancy Medica Response Instructor Bridge-online
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.Memov5 years agoI'm so excited becoming a Emergency Medical Response instructor for the American Red Cross. It just open allot more doors for me.
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American Red Cross Certs
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.Marshall B5 years agoI currently got my emergency medical response instructor certification, and it was super easy to do so! I love ARC, and I’m glad I’m apart of the ARC community and get to keep up on my training and train. If it wasn’t for ARC, I wouldn’t be able to accomplish all the things I love to do!
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- The following reviews are for product "Head Neck MBJI and Splinting Virtual Instructor Bridge-r.21"
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extra r.21 required trining for instructors
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.Wulamoc3 years agoMaterial in these 2 skill boosts is excellent. It's a shame it isn't included in basic instructor upgrade material without having to take extra classes..
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Great class!
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.HendersonVic3 years agoGreat class. On target and on time! Instructor, Manny, was terrific!
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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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