CFR Instructor

Description

The CFR Instructor Course prepares experienced responders to deliver high-quality CPR/AED and cardiac emergency training. It equips participants with the instructional, assessment, and safety-management skills necessary to teach CFR courses confidently and in line with national clinical and educational standards. The programme blends adult-learning theory with hands-on teaching practice, ensuring that instructors can effectively demonstrate skills, assess learners, and maintain patient safety during all training sessions.

Who is the course intended for?

This course is designed for certified CFR responders with strong practical CPR/AED skills who wish to teach CFR courses (Community Level). The participants must have completed CFR training within the last 12 months.

Entry Requirements:

The minimum age for entry to a CFR Instructor Community course is 18. Certification in CFR Community within the last 12 months. Certification in First Aid Response is also acceptable. A copy of the relevant recertification is required before the booking is confirmed.

Duration:

2 days training with 3 supervised sessions:

Session 1 – observing CFR course,

Session 2 -assisting on CFR course and

Session 3 – delivery of CFR course in full.

Training Dates:  Call for Dates

Training methodology:
This course is a classroom based and instructor led with practical demonstration
Assessment:

Practical Skills Assessment is completed during the third supervised session.

Accreditation/Certification:

Individuals who successfully complete the 2-day CFR Instructor course plus the additional supervised teaching practice and evaluation will be certified as a PHECC CFR Instructor valid for 2 years.