
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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Very good info and material
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.No nicknames please2 years agoEasy transition from Divers Alert Network Instructor Trainer program to A.R.C.
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Easy to Navigate and return to
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.Anonymous5 years agoThe software was very user friendly. There were no issues returning after logging back in. Overall it was a good experience.
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- The following reviews are for product "Head Neck MBJI and Splinting Virtual Instructor Bridge-r.21"
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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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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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- The following reviews are for product "Basic Life Support Instructor-BL"
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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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Shawna was great
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.TomLa4 years agoIn today's COVID environment, holding in person training is difficult. Shawna managed to put it together wonderfully and in a way it was easy to follow and understand. She's a great instructor.
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- The following reviews are for product "Basic Life Support Instructor Bridge-OL"
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bridge program
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.RM3653 weeks agoI completed a bridge program for BLS. A very simple but methodical process.
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This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.
Paul Wahl3 weeks ago
Very well prepared with all the tools needed to help deliver a important life saving technique for all.
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- The following reviews are for product "First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor-BL-r.21"
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Glad I took the class, ready to instruct
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.Koontzie2 weeks agoKallee did an excellent job reviewing information and guiding us as needed. She made sure we are setup to go out and instruct with success. Instructor class over all very good and knowledgeable. I don’t know if it’s just me or the amount of emails or their message, but I felt it was a test, but it is more a workshop and assessment. Review materials, but not necessary to memorize.
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Life Saving Knowledge
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.Fire Head3 weeks agoI did this training on 4/15/25 and our instructor Jermaine was absolutely FABULOUS!!! He was very knowledgeable and laid back. It was a great class and I'd do it again. I was the nervous person in the class, he made me relax and get comfortable in the Instructor role when it was my turn to instruct.
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- The following reviews are for product "LTB Tourniquet Application Virtual Instructor Bridge-r.21"
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virtual class
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.Gary Keith3 years agoI thought that it was so great having the class in a virtual setting. I learned and practices and did everything that I would do in a regular class. It was very accommodating.
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Recommend!
This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.Rich M1 year agoOur instructor was knowledgeable, patient, and provided an excellent training program. He made sure to answer our questions and to thoroughly cover all the details, ensuring we understood the process of application.
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