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The American Academy of CPR and First Aid is accredited by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine who is jointly accredited by the

Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education® (ACCME) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.        

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Hands-On CPR Instructor Policy - American Academy of CPR and First Aid


Updated On Jun 1st 2023
  • Compliance: Each instructor is expected to adhere strictly to all existing rules, guidelines, and procedures set by the American Academy of CPR and First Aid related to conducting and supervising skill assessments.
  • Communication: All instructors are required to keep their contact information current and maintain consistent communication with our team.
  • Conflict Resolution: Instructors play a crucial role in helping the American Academy of CPR and First Aid address any issues or concerns that participants might have.
  • Responsibility: Instructors must be open to the evaluation of their responsibilities by the staff of the American Academy of CPR and First Aid.
  • Safety and Equipment: Ensuring a safe environment and maintaining the necessary equipment for skill evaluations is a vital aspect of an instructor's role.
  • Fair Evaluation: Instructors should conduct assessments with impartiality and truthfulness.
  • Evaluation Completion: Each instructor is responsible for carrying out comprehensive evaluation criteria for all participants, providing them with the necessary information for their certification completion.
  • Intellectual Property: Instructors are reminded that materials from the American Academy of CPR and First Aid are protected by copyright laws and can only be reproduced with explicit permission.
  • Agreement Validity: This agreement remains in effect as long as instructors fulfill their responsibilities and obligations set by the American Academy of CPR and First Aid.
  • Consequences of Non-compliance: Instructors need to be aware that failing to follow the above guidelines and procedures related to the conduct of the American Academy of CPR and First Aid may result in immediate registration revocation, thus terminating their ability to assess skills for certification purposes.

Instructor Prohibitions:
Instructors should refrain from the following actions:
  • Use of the name, logo, services, or property of the American Academy of CPR and First Aid without express permission.
  • Requesting or accepting any payment or financial benefit for services related to the American Academy of CPR and First Aid.
  • Sharing any confidential information tied to their affiliation with the American Academy of CPR and First Aid with unauthorized individuals.
  • Acting against the best interest of the American Academy of CPR and First Aid.

Certification Requirement:
Instructors must be certified by a standard CPR organization. The American Academy of CPR and First Aid will verify these credentials and their skills tested to ensure they meet the high standards of our organization.

Support for Instructors:
The American Academy of CPR and First Aid is committed to supporting instructors by providing technical assistance, transparent communication, training programs, course curriculums, access to educational resources, maintaining records, regular information updates, and a high-quality assurance program. We expect our instructors to uphold the highest professional standards, putting participant safety and learning first. Your commitment to these policies will help us maintain the quality and integrity of our CPR training programs. Thank you for your dedication and service.