Instructor pathway

Become a CPR/BLSInstructor

Our instructor pathway prepares qualified individuals to become life-saving educators who teach CPR, AED and Basic Life Support courses — with our team beside you from your first course to your first solo class.

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Who this is for

Healthcare professionals, experienced CPR providers, and anyone drawn to teaching and community education.

What the pathway looks like

Hold a current AHA BLS Provider card

Complete instructor preparation and course orientation

Build teaching, coaching and classroom management skills

Learn AHA standards, documentation and expectations

Grow confidence through practice and monitored teaching

Align with our Training Site with ongoing mentorship

Required before your course

Every instructor candidate must complete the BLS Instructor Essentials Online Course before attending the in-person Instructor Course. We also recommend having your BLS Instructor Manual on hand.

Already an AHA Instructor? Transfer to IRH

Existing instructors looking to align with In RaMiyah's Hands can transfer for a $150 alignment fee. Please allow up to 30 days for the transfer to be completed.

Transfer to IRH — $150