For Professional Rescuers and Healthcare Providers

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For the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider
The American Red Cross of Greater Grand Rapids has a great appreciation for the hard work and dedication healthcare professionals give to our communities every day.  We also know how important they are to the success of our programs here at the American Red Cross.  From blood drives to disaster relief to class instruction, our volunteers in the healthcare field help make our community a safer place to live and work.

The Red Cross is excited to offer the 2-year CPR/AED certification and continuing education units to those who will benefit.

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer/Healthcare Provider
For class schedules and to register, click here.

The Latest in Lifesaving Training
American Red Cross training is based on more than 95 years of experience in emergency preparedness and response. We work side by side with doctors, nurses, police, fire and other professionals in a variety of emergency situations and know what you need to be the best first responder you can be.

Learn the Skills You Need to Act Quickly and Save a Life
Red Cross training combines discussions and video with hands-on skills training to promote effective learning and keep students motivated. The course is based on real-life rescue scenarios and lessons that reinforce decision-making skills. With CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, you will learn to:

  • Respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, children and infants
  • Use an AED on adult and child victims of cardiac arrest
  • Use personal protective equipment to stop bloodborne pathogens and other diseases from spreading

NEW Two-Year Certification for Healthcare Providers
Created to allow greater flexibility for those who maintain professional-level CPR/AED skills, the new two-year certification is available for:

  • Doctors
  • Nurses 
  • Medical and Nursing Assistants 
  • EMTs 
  • Dental professionals 
  • Respiratory Therapists 
  • Occupational and Physical Therapists 
  • Athletic trainers 
  • Students pursuing any of the above professions 
  • All other allied health personnel and students

Recertification is Easy!
Review Courses—(5 hours, 45 minutes)
Review courses are a time-saving way for currently certified professional rescuers to renew their certification. In a traditional classroom setting, rescuers review course content via video and with an instructor and then practice key skills. Rescuers must complete a written exam and demonstrate proficiency in required skills.

Challenge Courses—(time varies)
Challenge courses are for any rescuers (currently certified or not) who are proficient in professional-level CPR   and AED skills that need a course certificate. Proficient rescuers may skip formal classroom instruction and demonstrate knowledge and skill competency to gain a certificate. Successful completion of a written exam is required.

 
Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through the Red Cross
Many Red Cross course takers—such as healthcare providers, social workers, recreation professionals, teachers and day care providers—need continuing education units to maintain a professional license and/or certification. In order to provide this added service to our customers, the American Red Cross has been approved as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). IACET’s Criteria for Quality Continuing Education and Training Programs are the standards by which hundreds of organizations measure their educational offerings. As an IACET Authorized Provider, the American Red Cross offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under IACET guidelines.

Other Resources:
CEU FAQ
Apply for CEUs Online
List of approved courses