The Heartsaver® Instructor Manual is the essential teaching resource for authorized instructors delivering Heartsaver® First Aid, CPR, and AED courses. Developed by the American Heart Association, this manual provides clear, step-by-step guidance to help instructors confidently conduct effective, standards-based training for workplace responders and lay rescuers.
Designed to support consistent, high-quality instruction, the manual outlines course objectives, instructional flow, skills practice requirements, and key discussion points aligned with the latest AHA science and guidelines.
Official AHA instructor resource for Heartsaver® courses
Structured lesson plans for First Aid, CPR, and AED training
Clear guidance for skills practice, evaluations, and course administration
Supports both initial and renewal courses
Ideal for workplace, community, and safety training programs
Authorized Heartsaver® instructors
Training centers and corporate safety programs
Schools, workplaces, and community organizations
Instructors teaching non-healthcare responders
The Heartsaver® Instructor Manual helps ensure every class is delivered with accuracy, confidence, and consistency—empowering instructors to teach lifesaving skills that meet AHA standards.