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rain to teach lifesaving skills: become a certified Red Cross Instructor for Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED through NWLI. This comprehensive instructor course prepares experienced responders and healthcare educators to deliver Red Cross classroom and blended-learning programs, assess student performance, and maintain high standards of safety and skill competency.
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Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Course FAQs
Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - Blended
American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Offered by the National Wilderness Leadership Institute (NWLI) The National Wilderness Leadership Institute provides American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED training designed to equip community members, caregivers, and workplace teams with the skills and confidence to respond to emergencies. Our courses blend hands‑on practice, clear instruction, and a supportive learning environment—reflecting NWLI’s commitment to safety, preparedness, and community care. What You’ll Learn Participants gain essential, evidence‑based skills to recognize and respond to a wide range of medical emergencies, including: • Adult and pediatric CPR techniques • Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) • Choking relief for adults, children, and infants • First aid for sudden illness and injury • How to assess a scene and provide safe, effective care until help arrives Course Format NWLI delivers this course in a streamlined, learner‑friendly format: • Blended Learning Option – Complete the Red Cross online module at your own pace before attending the in‑person skills session. • Instructor‑Led Skills Session – Practice lifesaving techniques with guidance from experienced NWLI instructors who prioritize clarity, confidence, and real‑world readiness. Certification Upon successful completion, participants receive a 2‑year American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification, recognized nationwide and accepted by employers, schools, and youth‑serving organizations. Why Train with NWLI • Supportive, high‑quality instruction grounded in real‑world emergency response • Small class sizes for personalized coaching • Clean, well‑equipped training spaces in the Reston/Herndon area • A mission‑driven organization dedicated to empowering communities through safety education
Red Cross Adult CPR & AED
American Red Cross Adult CPR & AED This fast‑paced course teaches you how to recognize cardiac emergencies, perform high‑quality adult CPR, and use an AED with confidence. NWLI instructors blend clear instruction with hands‑on practice to build real‑world readiness. Certification: American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED, valid for two years and accepted nationwide.
Red Cross Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers - Blended
American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) r.25 – Blended Learning Course Delivered with NWLI’s commitment to clarity, confidence, and real‑world readiness The American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) r.25 Blended Learning Course—offered through NWLI—gives healthcare providers, public safety personnel, and professional responders the skills and confidence to act decisively when lives depend on it. Grounded in the latest Red Cross resuscitation science, this course strengthens rapid assessment, high‑quality CPR performance, and coordinated team response in both clinical and community settings. At NWLI, we pair the Red Cross’s evidence‑based curriculum with our own instructional philosophy: training that is clear, supportive, and rooted in real‑world practice. Learners complete an interactive online module at their own pace, then join our instructors for a focused, hands‑on skills session that brings the material to life through scenario‑based learning and performance‑driven evaluation. What Makes NWLI’s Delivery Different • A learning environment built for confidence We meet learners where they are—new providers, seasoned clinicians, and everyone in between—ensuring each participant leaves feeling capable, prepared, and supported. • Scenario‑rich, team‑focused practice Our instructors emphasize communication, role clarity, and coordinated response, mirroring the dynamics of real emergencies. • Clear, structured skill development We use standardized Red Cross BLS Skill Sheets and NWLI’s signature coaching style to help participants refine technique and build muscle memory. • Efficient blended learning Complete the online portion on your schedule, then attend a streamlined in‑person session designed for maximum hands‑on time. Course Highlights • Aligned with r.25 Red Cross Resuscitation Science Incorporates the most current guidelines for high‑quality CPR, ventilation strategies, airway management, and team dynamics. Who Should Take This Course The BLS r.25 Blended Learning Course is ideal for: • Healthcare professionals • EMS and public safety personnel • Clinical and non‑clinical staff in medical settings • Students entering healthcare programs • Anyone who requires professional‑level CPR training Course Outcomes Participants will learn to: • Perform high‑quality CPR for adults, children, and infants • Use an AED safely and effectively • Provide ventilations using barrier devices and bag‑valve‑mask systems • Recognize and respond to respiratory and cardiac emergencies • Work as part of a coordinated, high‑performance resuscitation team • Apply critical thinking to real‑world emergency scenarios Successful completion earns a 2‑year American Red Cross Basic Life Support certification, widely recognized across healthcare and public safety professions.