iCertCPR — Workforce Safety & Emergency Readiness
CPR instructor demonstrating chest compressions on a training manikin while adult students observe in a classroom

Become a CPR Instructor

Teach skills. Save lives. Make an impact.

American Heart Association Instructor

Teach AHA courses through the AHA Training Network.

Explore AHA Instructor Pathway

American Red Cross Instructor

Teach eligible American Red Cross Training Services programs.

Explore Red Cross Instructor Pathway

You can become certified in more than one instructor discipline. Start with the discipline that best fits your goals—you can add additional disciplines during enrollment.

Is It Right for You?

Instructors come from many backgrounds, but they all share a passion for teaching and helping others.

Your Path to Becoming an Instructor

We guide you through every step from eligibility to your first class.

Build Your Future

Teach for your organization or build your own training business. We can help.

American Heart Association

Steps to Earning Your AHA Instructor Certification

  1. 1

    Current Provider Certification

    A current AHA provider credential is required. Submit your provider card(s) with your application. If you don't hold a current card, attend one of our nearby or blended classes.

  2. 2

    Instructor Essentials

    Complete the applicable AHA Instructor Essentials coursework. A completion certificate for each discipline is required.

    Get AHA Instructor Essentials
  3. 3

    Instructor Course

    Complete your instructor training with iCertCPR.

  4. 4

    Instructor Monitoring

    Successfully complete the required monitoring.

  5. 5

    Instructor Credential

    Complete the remaining credential/alignment requirements.

American Red Cross

Steps to Earning Your American Red Cross Instructor Certification

  1. 1

    Meet the Prerequisites

    Meet the current prerequisite requirements for your selected Red Cross instructor discipline.

    View Red Cross Instructor Requirements
  2. 2

    Online Instructor Coursework

    Complete the required online instructor coursework for your selected discipline.

  3. 3

    Instructor Course

    Complete the required instructor training and skills components.

  4. 4

    Instructor Certification

    Successfully complete the requirements for your Red Cross instructor certification.

  5. 5

    Training Provider Affiliation

    Complete the applicable Red Cross Training Provider affiliation requirements before teaching.

Not sure where to start?

Answer a few questions about your background and goals. We’ll help you find the best instructor path for you.