Heartsaver AED and PHECC CFR Community Instructor – Dual Certified
The Heartsaver AED and PHECC CFR Community Instructor course is designed for individuals who wish to become certified instructors in CPR, AED and Cardiac First Response Community programmes.
This dual certification pathway enables successful candidates to deliver recognised Heartsaver AED and PHECC CFR Community courses within workplaces, community organisations and voluntary groups. The programme focuses on both clinical skill proficiency and effective instructional techniques to ensure high-quality course delivery.
If you require further information or wish to discuss eligibility, please contact us.
Who It Is For
This course is primarily aimed at individuals working in:
- Industrial settings
- Commercial organisations
- Community and voluntary groups
- Large workplaces seeking internal trainers
Candidates must demonstrate a high level of practical CPR and AED skill proficiency before undertaking instructor training.
Entry Requirements
- A valid Heartsaver AED provider certificate issued within the previous 12 months
- Demonstrated high-level CPR and AED skill competence
- Physical ability to perform multiple cycles of CPR during the two-day programme
- Access to a computer with internet access for required online components
- Adequate English language proficiency to deliver instruction and assessment
Eligibility may be verified prior to enrolment.
Course Structure
The programme combines instructional methodology with supervised teaching practice and includes:
- Heartsaver AED and CPR from an instructor perspective
- PHECC CFR Community instructor add-on
- AED trainer presentation delivery
- Manikin hygiene and infection prevention
- Recovery position instruction
- Effective instructor behaviour and teaching techniques
- Managing challenging learners
- Recognising and addressing poor instructional practice
- Role play and teaching simulations
- Skills testing and evaluation
- Irish Heart Foundation administrative requirements
Participants are trained to deliver engaging, structured and compliant courses in line with awarding body standards.
Method of Delivery
The course is delivered in English and includes:
- Instructor-led sessions
- Video-supported learning
- Role play
- Practical teaching demonstrations
- Supervised skill refinement
The face-to-face portion of the programme is delivered over two days.
Monitoring and Qualification Process
Upon completion of the initial two-day programme, participants are designated as Instructor Candidates.
To achieve full instructor status, candidates must complete a three-step monitoring process:
- Observe a qualified instructor delivering a course
- Assist with course delivery under supervision
- Deliver a full course in the presence of an Irish Heart Foundation faculty member
Successful completion of all monitoring requirements is necessary for full certification.
Renewal
Instructor certification is valid for two years.
To maintain qualification, instructors must:
- Deliver a minimum of four courses within the two-year certification period
- Complete the required monitoring or update process as specified by the awarding bodies
Failure to meet activity requirements may affect instructor status.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the course and monitoring process, participants receive:
- An Irish Heart Foundation and American Heart Association instructor certificate
- A PHECC CFR Community Instructor certificate
Certification is valid for two years and is internationally recognised.
Why Choose Medicore
Dual certification pathway
Instructor qualification in both Heartsaver AED and PHECC CFR Community programmes.
Recognised accreditation
Aligned with Irish Heart Foundation, American Heart Association and PHECC standards.
Structured mentoring process
Includes supervised teaching and formal monitoring to ensure instructional competence.
Practical and scenario-based training
Emphasis on confident, compliant and effective course delivery.
Progression opportunities
Access to further instructor development and advanced training pathways.
Enrol Today
Medicore’s Heartsaver AED and PHECC CFR Community Instructor course provides the skills, structure and recognition required to deliver high-quality life support training within your organisation or community.
Contact us to discuss eligibility and upcoming instructor course dates.