Are you a healthcare professional looking to further your Advanced Life Support (ALS) expertise? The Resuscitation Australia Instructor Accreditation Program (IAP) is designed for those ready to lead, educate, and inspire in the field of resuscitation education.
The IAP is comprised of a two-day intensive course plus two ALS Instructor Candidate placements, empowering you with the skills to train and assess Resuscitation Australia ALS candidates effectively.
What You Will Learn
- Master RA’s cutting-edge teaching methodology tailored for adult learners
- Understand cognitive load theory and how it impacts memory retention in resuscitation training
- Develop effective assessment strategies and deliver supportive feedback in hands-on, skills-based ALS courses
- Receive continuous assessment and guidance from experienced faculty to refine your approach to coaching and instruction
Pre-requisite to enrol in the IAP
- No specific nomination is required, however we do require that you hold a current Resuscitation Australia or Australian Resuscitation Council ALS1 or ALS2 certification. Please note, once successful in becoming an RA Accredited Instructor, Instructors holding ALS1 credentials will only be eligible to teach ALS1 courses, while those with ALS2 credentials will be qualified to instruct both ALS1 and ALS2 courses.
- Prior experience in clinical education is highly regarded – please consider whether you have the aptitude and emotional intelligence to coach and support participants through their RA ALS training.
Course Structure
Duration: In-person face to face training days across two consecutive days, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm. Upon successful completion of the in-person training, candidates will then be invited to complete two Instructor Candidate Placements.
Location: Available Australia wide – check our booking page for upcoming courses.
Requirement: Full attendance across both days and successful completion of two Candidate Placements. A detailed IAP Participant Guide is provided to candidates upon registration.
Investment: $1,495 (includes all course materials, equipment, and catering).
Pathway to Becoming an RA Instructor via the IAP
1. Successfully complete the two-day IAP course
2. Attend two RA ALS courses as an Instructor Candidate to gain hands-on experience and refine skills
3. Upon successful completion of both components (assessed based on a continuous assessment model), receive RA Instructor accreditation, valid for four years, aligning with your ALS1 or ALS2 credentials.
Please note, the IAP is designed for individuals new to ALS instruction. For individuals already in possession of current ALS Instructor status, please enrol in an Instructor Migration Session.
Who Can Apply?
- You must hold a current RA or ARC ALS1 or ALS2 certification.
- Previous clinical education experience is highly regarded.
- You should have strong interpersonal skills and a passion for teaching.
Are you ready to step into a leadership role in ALS education? Secure your spot in an upcoming IAP course today. For course dates and enrolment details, visit our IAP booking page.
