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View Web Version     January 2022 Begin Teaching Our New Program Login to Red Cross Learning Center  Quick Links  Lifesaving Awards Program Red Cross Learning Center Facebook LinkedIn Training Support Center    Hours of Operation    M-F 8:30am - 9pm ET    Sat 7:30am - 8pm ET    Chat with a specialist    Email support Updating Your Red Cross Instructor Account   This new year, resolve to update your Instructor account on the Red Cross Learning Center. Please take a look at your account to ensure the information is accurate and that your certifications are current for all courses you plan to teach this year. It's easy to do and will help ensure that your 2022 training year runs smoothly. As a reminder, if the certification for a course you are teaching is not current, Instructors/Instructor Trainers will not be able to set up, teach and report their courses. If you have questions or require assistance, please contact the Training Support Center ( support@redcrosstraining.org). Instructor Recertification Reminders Instructor and Instructor Trainer certifications are valid for 2 years. Instructors and Instructor Trainers must complete all recertification requirements to recertify every 2 years. This must be done prior to certificate expiration to remain currently certified. To recertify, Instructors and Trainers must meet the teaching requirement AND successfully complete a recertification course as outlined in the program Instructor's manuals and Instructor Trainer guides. Teaching Requirements: Instructors must teach one basic-level course of record. The qualifying courses are outlined in the program-specific Instructor's Manuals. Instructor Trainers must teach one instructor course of record. Read More Are You a Red Cross Aquatic Achiever? We're getting close to naming our Red Cross Aquatic Achievers – recognizing the outstanding work organizations, their instructors, and instructor trainers achieved in 2021. Join us virtually in celebrating our Red Cross providers, who despite the challenges of 2021, embodied the Red Cross Vision: "In an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives." Read More Learning for All: Instructor Inclusion Training The American Red Cross aspires to be an organization that reflects all communities we serve. That's why we've created Instructor Inclusion Training: Creating an Inclusive Learning Environment, a free online course on how to foster a space where all participants feel valued. We encourage all Training Services Training Provider Instructors and Instructor Trainers to complete this course as soon as possible as it will be a requirement prior to your next recertification date. Read More Train for the Moments that Matter Interested in learning how your students can master critical lifesaving skills in less time? Our recently updated, revolutionary First Aid/CPR/AED training program with Skill Boost modules combines a new and unique educational model with the latest science-based advancements in lifesaving care. Register to attend our webinar with EHS Daily Advisor on February 16 at 2:30P ET to learn more. Can't attend live? That's OK! Register now and watch on-demand later. Upcoming LinkedIn Live Mark your calendars for an upcoming LinkedIn Live featuring Nathan Charlton and Jeffrey Pellegrino from the Scientific Advisory Council. They'll discuss the importance of active learning from the latest Red Cross First Aid Course. Bookmark the Training Services LinkedIn page so you can be notified when the event occurs. Be sure to share with your network so they can get the latest scoop. Reimagine The Way You Learn & Teach: Active Learning With the American Red Cross Monday January 31 at 1:00 PM ET Featuring Red Cross Experts Nathan Charlton & Jeffrey Pellegrino, Ph.D., MPH Coming soon: New updated First Aid Mobile App New features will include access to course certifications with your Red Cross Learning Center account, new lifesaving First Aid content and the ability to view and nominate people for Lifesaving Awards. Quality Assurance Update Happy New Year from the QA Team! As a friendly reminder and best practice please make sure you are regularly checking your instructor/instructor trainer certifications to make sure they are current. Failing to keep on top of your certifications could result in cancellation of your classes and removal of all certifications you have granted while uncertified. Read More     To ensure you receive Training Services emails from the American Red Cross, please add info@outreach.redcross.org to your address book. American Red Cross Training Services 431 18th St NW Washington, DC, 20006, US     Follow us on social media!