Authorized Providers

In-house Instructor

An Authorized Provider is an organization that has an American Red Cross trained Instructor who can provide cost effective health and safety programs in-house. .

 

The Role of the Red Cross Authorized Provider

Authorized providers have a long history of working with the Red Cross to provide training and information in first aid and CPR, Aquatics, Emergency Preparedness and Caregiving. Authorized providers are collaborators with the Red Cross in providing quality Health and Safety Services training in local communities. Whether providing training for their own employees, volunteers, clients or members of the community, authorized providers have an obligation to provide the highest quality training possible.

To ensure the quality of American Red Cross Health and Safety Services training programs, it is important to select the appropriate person(s) to enter our instructor courses.

Here are some characteristics to consider:

• An excellent communicator and educator
• Knowledge about the subject taught
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Patient and flexible
• Professional demeanor
• Committed to teaching

The American Red Cross also prides itself in offering the best possible training materials.

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Our AP team of specialists is standing ready to provide you with any additional assistance. For further information or questions on becoming an authorized provider, please call the Authorized Provider Hotline @ 215-299-0140, or email us.

To find out about our Instructor classes click on the link below:  http://www.redcross-philly.org/courses/index.asp or call 1-800-42-CROSS.

Current instructors please visit Instructor's Corner for the lastest American Red Cross course information.