BLS/CPR Instructor

Overview

• Mandatory Training

• Name

  CJSTC SPECIALIZED COURSE #9999
• Dates and Times

  April 7, 2025; 1300-2200 hrs.
• Course Description

  This 8-hour American Heart Association specialized instructor course provides the required training that an officer must have in order to apply for a High-Liability Instructor Certification in First Aid for Criminal Justice Officers. This training is necessary in order to instruct this topic for a Florida police basic recruit class (BRC). Instructor students must possess a General Instructor Certification or be eligible for and apply for the General Instructor Certification at the same time as the High-Liability Instructor Certification. Instructor students should also possess sufficient experience to meet the standard core of knowledge, pursuant to the requirement outlined in this course. This course is eligible for mandatory retraining hours only.

• Location

  Institute of Public Safety Kirkpatrick Center 3737 NE 39th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32609
• Dress Policy

  Casual/business casual clothing is recommended. Flip flops, shorts, tank tops and/or offensive T-shirts are unacceptable attire. Law enforcement personnel not in uniform that are carrying exposed firearms must prominently display agency ID and/or badge at all times while on college property.
• Cost

  No cost to officers in Region IV. Priority is given to officers in Alachua and Bradford Counties. All other officers will be waitlisted and added to the roster as space permits.
• Registration

  • Seating is limited to 18.
  • Forms must be submitted prior to 03/14/2025.
  • Please complete the Training Authorization Form and email to Advanced and Specialized Training Coordinator or fax to 352-271-2929. You will receive an email confirmation that the form has been received.
• Questions?

  Contact the Advanced and Specialized Training Coordinator.