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To Become Certified

Why Become an Instructor?

More Than a Credential — It's an Opportunity

Becoming an AHA instructor through EMR opens real doors. You’ll be equipped to teach life-saving skills, set your own schedule, and build a business around a certification that’s always in demand.

Earn Extra Income

Set your own rates and teach on your schedule. Many instructors start part-time evenings and weekends and grow from there.

Start Your Own Business

Become an AHA Training Site and build a full CPR and first aid training business with EMR's resources and support behind you.

Add Valuable Credentials

Stand out in healthcare, education, fitness, or public safety with an official AHA Instructor certification on your resume.

Full Support from EMR

Access to materials, scheduling tools, and a team that's responsive and genuinely invested in your success.

Nationwide Network

Join 2,400+ instructors in EMR's network. Opportunities across the country and a community that supports each other.

Make a Real Difference

CPR saves lives. As an instructor, you multiply that impact — teaching others to be ready when every second counts.

The Process

How to Become an AHA Instructor: 4 Steps

  1. 1

    Get AHA Certified

    You'll need a current AHA provider card in the discipline you want to teach. Don't have one yet? We can help with that too.

  2. 2

    Complete Instructor Course

    Take the online AHA Instructor Essentials course, then attend an in-person instructor course hosted by EMR.

  3. 3

    Monitored Teaching Session

    Teach a skills session under the supervision of an EMR-authorized instructor to earn your status.

  4. 4

    Start Teaching Classes

    You're now a certified AHA instructor. Issue official AHA cards and start building your income or business.

Instructor Stories

Hear From the EMR Instructor Community

“We transferred to EMR from another Training Center due to an interstate move. EMR has exceeded our expectations in customer service and responsiveness. As a for-profit business and AHA Training Site, the autonomy to issue cards directly to students is important to our clients. EMR has enabled PBCPR to expand our business and better serve our community."

– Shirlinda & PBCPR Staff

"I have been an instructor with EMR since 2018. I began instructing part-time initially, which then quickly changed to full time. This was one of the best decisions I have ever made. I was able to become a small business owner and full-blown entrepreneur. EMR made it so easy for me, the employees are so helpful and walked me through everything. They are always available to answer any questions I have and provide guidance when I need it. The process of instructing and getting my equipment/ certifications is so easy and user friendly. I am glad I am an instructor and even more glad that EMR is my training center!!!"

- Summer Smith

"We are truly grateful to the staff and instructors at EMR Safety & Health for the wonderful service they have provided to CPR Heart of Angels, LLC as an American Heart Association Training Site for the BLS, Heartsaver, ACLS, PALS, and PEARS disciplines over the past five years. We are continually pleased by their professionalism, patience, and overall excellence in customer service. CPR Heart of Angels, LLC is fortunate to have the background, expertise, and enthusiasm of EMR Safety & Health personnel as part of our team. We commend the staff and instructors at EMR Safety & Health and highly recommend them to all in need of an American Heart Association Training Center."

- CPR Heart of Angels, LLC

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