How to Prepare for your First Class as a CPR Instructor
TLDRIn this informative video, Andrew from CPR Instructor Affiliates guides new CPR instructors on their initial steps after obtaining their license. He emphasizes the importance of ordering essential equipment before the instructor class, conducting a trial class in a comfortable environment, and focusing on facilitating learning rather than overwhelming students with information. Andrew suggests sticking closely to the instructor manual for the first few classes and adapting the pace to suit students' varying levels of experience, ensuring a quality educational experience for all.
Takeaways
- 📚 Start by ordering your CPR teaching equipment before attending the instructor class.
- 💻 If taking a virtual class, ensure you have your own equipment for the training.
- 👩🏫 Teaching your first class requires being monitored, so having equipment is essential.
- 🔗 Check out cprsupplysource.com for equipment with financing options for affordability.
- 🏥 Conduct a trial class with friends or family to practice in a comfortable environment.
- 🧠 Be mindful of nerves affecting your teaching, especially when first starting.
- 💡 As an instructor, focus on facilitating understanding rather than just delivering content.
- 🗣️ Talk less and avoid rambling to ensure the class stays on track with the curriculum.
- 📋 Stick to the instructor manual for your first 4-5 classes to guide your teaching.
- 🕒 Adjust the pace of the class to suit the experience level of your students.
- 🎯 Aim for a balance between repetition and moving forward, catering to both new and experienced students.
Q & A
What is the first step for a newly certified CPR instructor?
-The first step for a newly certified CPR instructor is to order their equipment before the instructor class, as some places require you to bring your own equipment.
Why is it recommended to have equipment prior to the instructor class?
-Having equipment prior to the instructor class is recommended because it may be required for virtual classes and is essential for teaching your first class under supervision.
What are some basic pieces of equipment a new CPR instructor should have?
-A new CPR instructor should have DVDs, an instructor manual, mannequins, and an AED, along with other basic supplies.
Where can a new CPR instructor purchase their equipment?
-New CPR instructors can purchase their equipment from CPRsupplysource.com, which also offers financing options.
What is a recommended practice for new instructors before teaching their first official class?
-A recommended practice is to conduct a trial class with family members or friends in a comfortable environment to gain confidence and practice teaching.
What common issue does the speaker mention about new instructors?
-The speaker mentions that new instructors often get nervous and may skip over certain points in the agenda or forget things because of their nerves.
What is the speaker's advice on the teaching style for CPR instructors?
-The speaker advises CPR instructors to talk less, act as facilitators, ask questions, reinforce learning, and focus on skills rather than just repeating what the video says.
Why shouldn't instructors get ahead of themselves during the class?
-Instructors shouldn't get ahead of themselves to avoid overwhelming students with information they are not ready for, such as discussing advanced topics before covering basic ones.
How should instructors handle a mix of experienced and new students in a class?
-Instructors should find a middle ground, adjusting their teaching to ensure both experienced and new students receive a quality education and have the opportunity to focus on their skills.
What is the speaker's suggestion for staying on track during the first few classes?
-The speaker suggests sticking closely to the instructor manual point by point for the first four to five classes without deviating from it.
How long does it typically take for a new instructor to feel comfortable teaching CPR?
-After about the fifth class, a new instructor should start to feel more comfortable and secondhand in their teaching role.
What impact can CPR instructors expect to make by teaching CPR classes?
-CPR instructors can expect to make a profound impact by potentially saving lives and providing a worthwhile endeavor through their teaching.
Outlines
📚 Getting Started as a CPR Instructor
This paragraph introduces the topic of becoming a CPR instructor and outlines the initial steps one should take after obtaining their instructor license. It emphasizes the importance of ordering necessary equipment before the instructor class, especially if a virtual class is being taken. The speaker suggests having equipment ready for the first monitored class and provides a link to a video detailing the essential equipment. The advice to conduct a trial class with a family member or friend in a comfortable environment is given to ease the nerves and ensure a smooth start. The paragraph concludes with tips for new instructors, such as talking less and focusing on facilitating understanding rather than just delivering content, and avoiding getting ahead of the curriculum.
🚀 Building Confidence and Success as a CPR Instructor
In this paragraph, the speaker continues the discussion on the journey of a new CPR instructor, offering advice on sticking closely to the instructor manual during the initial classes. The importance of not deviating from the manual is stressed to ensure a structured and effective learning experience for both the instructor and the students. The speaker shares personal excitement for the positive impact new instructors will have and encourages questions and comments from the audience. The paragraph ends with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content and a reminder of the speaker's role as a resource for new CPR instructors.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡CPR Instructor
💡Equipment
💡Teaching CPR
💡Instructor Class
💡CPRsupplysource.com
💡Trial Class
💡Facilitator
💡Agenda
💡Skills Practice
💡Instructor Manual
💡Quality Education
Highlights
The video discusses the steps to get started with teaching CPR after becoming an instructor.
New instructors should order their equipment before the instructor class.
Some places require you to bring your own equipment for virtual instructor classes.
Instructors need equipment to teach their first class while being monitored.
A list of necessary equipment for starting CPR instruction is provided in another video.
CPR equipment can be purchased from CPRsupplysource.com with financing options.
Instructors are recommended to conduct a trial class with family or friends for comfort.
New instructors should have an agenda and not skip over points due to nervousness.
CPR instructors should talk less and act as facilitators rather than just conveying information.
Instructors should avoid rambling and getting ahead of themselves during the class.
Focus should be on skills and ensuring students have time to practice appropriately.
Instructors should adapt their teaching to the experience level of their students.
For the first four to five classes, instructors should stick closely to the instructor manual.
After the initial classes, teaching should become more comfortable and second nature.
The impact of teaching CPR classes is profound and a worthwhile endeavor.
Instructors are encouraged to engage with the audience through comments and questions.
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