Adult CPR/AED Basic-Level Requirement Equivalency for Instructor Training

 

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Below are approved basic-level certifications in Adult CPR/AED or higher

from the American Red Cross or Red Cross-approved organizations required for ARC First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Training.

 

* American Red Cross Basic Life Support certification recommended to bridge as a BLS Instructor. *

 Should you require certification in a basic-level course, please click here. 

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American Red Cross

Adult CPR/AED or higher

Basic Life Support

Advanced Life Support

CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers

Emergency Medical Response

Lifeguarding

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American Heart Association

Heartsaver Adult CPR/AED or higher

Basic Life Support

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Health and Safety Institute (HSI) • Includes American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) and Medic First Aid

Adult CPR/AED or higher

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National Safety Council

Adult CPR/AED or higher

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Canadian Red Cross

Adult CPR/AED or higher

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Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation

Adult CPR/AED or higher

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National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, Active State Licensure or Certification

Paramedic, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, Emergency Medical Responder

 

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*Note: American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED Instructors or Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Instructors are not required to hold a basic-level certification as the AHA Instructor certification covers both basic-level and instructor-level certification.