INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY
Red Cross First Aid Instructor Course
Submit a booking request to begin your Canadian Red Cross First Aid & CPR Instructor certification pathway.
All instructor courses require prerequisite and documentation review before registration is finalized.
Please note: This is a booking request only.
After submitting your request, our team will review your prerequisites and confirm the appropriate
course pathway (Full or Transfer) before payment is required.
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Course Registration
Red Cross First Aid Instructor Course
Submit a booking request to begin your Canadian Red Cross First Aid & CPR Instructor certification pathway.
Instructor courses require prerequisite and documentation review before registration is finalized.
Please note: This is a booking request only. After submitting your request, our team will review your
prerequisites and supporting documentation, confirm the correct course pathway (Full vs. Transfer), and then provide next steps for payment.
Book NowView upcoming dates and submit your booking request below
In-person + Online Skills Check + 4 Days In-class Instructor Development Pathway Transfer Options Available
Course Overview
The First Aid & CPR Instructor Development Program prepares Instructor Candidates to deliver Canadian Red Cross First Aid & CPR courses.
The pathway includes a Skills Check, instructor development classroom training, and discipline-specific training, plus additional requirements
completed outside of the classroom.
Important: Your schedule may show only the in-class dates you are required to attend based on your pathway
(Full course vs. Transfer). Our team will confirm your required in-class days during the booking review.
Prerequisites
• Minimum 18 years of age
• Hold a current Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid + CPR Level C/AED certificate (valid through the course dates you attend)
• Minimum 18 years of age
• Hold a current Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid + CPR Level C/AED certificate (valid through the course dates you attend)
In-class Modules (you will attend one or more)
• Skills Check: 4–6 hours (in-person evaluation)
• Fundamentals of Instruction: 2 days (8 hours/day)
• Discipline Specific: 2 days (8 hours/day)
• Skills Check: 4–6 hours (in-person evaluation)
• Fundamentals of Instruction: 2 days (8 hours/day)
• Discipline Specific: 2 days (8 hours/day)
Module 1: Skills Check
Confirms readiness to enter the Instructor Development pathway by evaluating core First Aid & CPR learner-level skills.
Confirms readiness to enter the Instructor Development pathway by evaluating core First Aid & CPR learner-level skills.
- Format: In-person evaluation
- Duration: 4–6 hours
- Demonstration of required learner-level First Aid & CPR skills
- Completion of required pre-course work may be required prior to attendance
Module 2: Fundamentals of Instruction (FOI)
Focuses on the foundational instructional skills required to teach Canadian Red Cross programs.
Focuses on the foundational instructional skills required to teach Canadian Red Cross programs.
- Format: In-person classroom
- Duration: 2 days (8 hours per day)
- Instructional methods, facilitation techniques, and classroom management
- Practice delivering training in a supportive learning environment
Module 3: Discipline Specific Training
Builds the discipline-specific skills required to teach Red Cross First Aid & CPR programs and apply course standards consistently.
Builds the discipline-specific skills required to teach Red Cross First Aid & CPR programs and apply course standards consistently.
- Format: In-person classroom
- Duration: 2 days (8 hours per day)
- Discipline-specific lesson delivery and skill instruction
- Evaluation and coaching aligned to program expectations
Transfer Students (Fast-Track Pathway)
Some candidates may qualify to transfer previous credentials and fast-track the in-class portion by eliminating up to 2 in-class days. The exact in-class days attended vary by transfer type and will be confirmed during the registration review.
Transfer Pricing: $499 + HST (approved transfer candidates)
Full Course Pricing: $599 + HST (standard pathway)
Full Course Pricing: $599 + HST (standard pathway)
- Option 1: You are a current First Aid & CPR Instructor with another WSIB-approved provider in Ontario (e.g., St. John Ambulance, Lifesaving Society, etc.).
- Option 2: You are a registered Teacher in Ontario with an accredited Bachelor of Education and are currently registered with the Ontario College of Teachers.
Note: Eligibility is subject to review and approval. You will be notified which in-class dates you must attend once your qualifications have been verified.
