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AHA instructor courses in Reno

Become an AHA Instructor

Learn itDo itTeach it

Earn your BLS, ACLS, or PALS Instructor card in one hands-on course at our Reno classroom. BLS Instructors teach Heartsaver too. Then align with us for free and issue your own eCards the moment class ends.

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  • AHA Training Site TS79256
  • 5.0 on Google, 330+ reviews
  • Veteran-owned
  • Free alignment after you pass

Instructor courses

In person only
BLS InstructorTeach BLS, HeartCode BLS, and Heartsaver$350ACLS InstructorTeach ACLS and HeartCode ACLS$450PALS InstructorTeach PALS and HeartCode PALS$450
Instructor card valid 2 yearsTaught by AHA Training Center Faculty

Course fee shown. Instructor Essentials Online and your instructor manual are purchased separately.

How it works

From provider to instructor in five steps

Every AHA instructor follows the same path. Here is exactly what to do, and when.

Find a course date
  1. 01

    Hold a current provider card

    In the course you want to teach: BLS, ACLS, or PALS. To teach Heartsaver, start with BLS.

  2. 02

    Finish Instructor Essentials Online

    The AHA's online portion of the instructor course. Save your certificate of completion.

  3. 03Hard stop

    Send your documents

    Email your provider card and Instructor Essentials certificate at least five business days before class.

  4. 04

    Attend the instructor course

    In person in Reno: program administration, course planning and teaching, testing, and course administration.

  5. 05

    Teach a monitored course

    Within six months of the instructor course. This is where your teaching is verified before you teach on your own.

  6. You did it

    AHA Instructor eCard

    Issued once your monitoring is complete. Valid for 2 years. Align with us for free and start teaching.

Choose your track

What do you want to teach?

One in-person course per discipline. Pick a track to see what it covers, what to send before class, and what it costs.

BLS and Heartsaver Instructor

BLS Instructor Course

One instructor course, two programs. Teach BLS to nurses, EMS, and healthcare students, and Heartsaver to workplaces, schools, and the public.

What you'll be able to teach

  • BLS Provider courses, first card and renewal
  • HeartCode BLS hands-on skills sessions
  • Heartsaver CPR AED and First Aid courses, classroom and blended, with the Heartsaver Instructor Manual

Before you enroll

  • A current AHA BLS Provider card
  • BLS Instructor Essentials Online, finished before class
  • Both emailed to us at least five business days before class

Manuals you'll need

The BLS Instructor Manual, plus the Heartsaver Instructor Manual to teach Heartsaver. Print or eBook from any vendor, or ask about our instructor packages.

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support

ACLS Instructor Course

For ACLS providers ready to teach. Run megacodes, coach rhythm recognition, and build high-performance resuscitation teams in your own classes.

What you'll be able to teach

  • ACLS Provider courses, first card and renewal
  • HeartCode ACLS hands-on skills sessions
  • ACLS skills testing and megacode evaluations for your students

Before you enroll

  • A current AHA ACLS Provider card
  • ACLS Instructor Essentials Online, finished before class
  • Both emailed to us at least five business days before class

Manuals you'll need

The ACLS Instructor Manual, print or eBook. Buy from any vendor, or ask about our instructor packages.

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

PALS Instructor Course

For PALS providers ready to teach. Coach the systematic pediatric assessment, respiratory and shock management, and pediatric resuscitation teams.

What you'll be able to teach

  • PALS Provider courses, first card and renewal
  • HeartCode PALS hands-on skills sessions
  • PALS skills testing and case scenario evaluations for your students

Before you enroll

  • A current AHA PALS Provider card
  • PALS Instructor Essentials Online, finished before class
  • Both emailed to us at least five business days before class

Manuals you'll need

The PALS Instructor Manual, print or eBook. Buy from any vendor, or ask about our instructor packages.

Required before class. No exceptions.

Send both items at least five business days before class

Email them to Info@HinsonCPR.com. Candidates who haven't sent both are denied entry and must reschedule. This is a course requirement instructors can't waive. The $50 reschedule fee applies, and all purchases are nonrefundable.

1

A copy of your current AHA provider card

For the course you'll teach: BLS, ACLS, or PALS.

2

Your Instructor Essentials Online certificate

The AHA's online portion of the instructor course, finished before class.

Email your documents

Instructor course dates

Pick a date and register

Dates update live from our schedule. Register online in minutes, then send your documents.

Live schedule

Loading instructor course dates. You can also see every date on the full class schedule.

Need a different date?

Ask for a custom date. Email Info@HinsonCPR.com or text (775) 235-2117.

Training several instructors?

Text or call (775) 235-2117 to ask about a private instructor course for your agency, hospital, or school.

What the AHA expects

The five instructor competencies

The AHA defines five core competencies for every instructor candidate. The instructor course builds each one, and your monitored course confirms them.

  • 01

    Skills

    Show mastery of every skill in the courses you teach, both cognitive and psychomotor.

  • 02

    Course delivery

    Teach AHA materials correctly, as outlined in the Instructor Manual and lesson plans.

  • 03

    Testing

    Test students accurately and effectively, on both skills and the written exam.

  • 04

    Professionalism

    Hold a high standard of ethics and professionalism in every AHA course you teach.

  • 05

    Program administration

    Manage time, space, materials, and paperwork in line with AHA guidelines.

No surprises

What it costs, start to finish

Every cost, up front. Once you're certified, teaching with us costs nothing but the eCards you issue.

To become an instructor

Instructor courseBLS $350 · ACLS or PALS $450, paid when you register
From $350
Instructor Essentials OnlineBought from the AHA and finished before class
AHA price
Instructor manualAny vendor, or ask about our instructor packages
Varies
Reschedule, if you need oneAll purchases are nonrefundable
$50

After you're certified, with Hinson CPR

Alignment fee
$0
Roster fees
$0
Yearly fees
$0
Teaching minimums beyond the AHA's
None
eCards you issueBLS $6 · ACLS and PALS $8 · Heartsaver $20
From $6

The only other fee is renewal monitoring, and only if you need us to monitor you. Discounts for first responder agencies, schools, and high-volume instructors.

See how free alignment works

Every 2 years

Keep your instructor card current

Renewal follows the AHA's rules. We don't add anything on top.

  • 4

    Teach at least 4 courses

    The AHA's minimum for each 2-year renewal period. No extra minimums from us.

  • Be monitored teaching

    Aligned instructors can have their renewal monitoring done here, and pay only for that session.

  • Stay current with AHA updates

    Complete any updates the AHA requires when new science and materials are released.

Support after class

Everything an aligned instructor needs, in one place.

FAQ

Common questions

Still have a question? Call or text

(775) 235-2117

or email Info@HinsonCPR.com

Can I take the instructor course online?

No. The AHA doesn't allow virtual instructor courses for first-time instructor candidates, so the instructor course and your monitored course are both in person. Instructor Essentials Online is the only online part, and you finish it before class.

Can BLS Instructors teach Heartsaver?

Yes. With the Heartsaver Instructor Manual, BLS Instructors can teach Heartsaver CPR AED and First Aid courses, classroom and blended. That's why the BLS track covers both.

How long do I have to finish?

Teach your first course under monitoring within six months of the instructor course. Once your monitoring is complete, your AHA Instructor eCard is issued, valid for 2 years.

What if I don't send my documents in time?

Candidates who haven't sent a copy of their current provider card and their Instructor Essentials Online certificate at least five business days before class are denied entry and must reschedule. The $50 reschedule fee applies.

Do I pay to align with you after I pass?

No. Alignment with Hinson CPR is free: no alignment, roster, or yearly fees. You pay only for the eCards you issue, from $6, plus renewal monitoring if you ever need it. See alignment details.

Can I register or pay over the phone?

No. Registration and payment are completed online, so we can't take them over the phone. Pick a date above and register in minutes.

What is your refund policy?

All purchases are nonrefundable, and instructor course reschedules are $50. Please read our Terms and Conditions before you register.

Where is class?

255 W Moana Ln, Suite 200, Reno, NV 89509, in The Atrium. Park outside either entrance. Suite 200 is on the west side, second floor. Please arrive 10 minutes early. Get directions.

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Ready to teach?

Pick your track, finish Instructor Essentials Online, and send your documents at least five business days before class.

See instructor course datesText (775) 235-2117

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