Become an Authorized Provider

Become an American Red Cross Authorized Provider (AP)

Train with the most trusted name in safety. We’ll train your instructors. We’ll handle the administrative chores. We’ll keep you informed.

An Authorized Provider (AP) is an individual or organization that has a Red Cross-trained instructor who can provide American Red Cross health and safety programs in-house. An Authorized Provider agreement allows an organization to provide American Red Cross Health and Safety programs at their own facility with their own instructors. By becoming and Authorized Provider, an organization can build their own training team to teach health and safety courses to employees of their business or members of their organization. The programs listed below are just some of what is available as an American Red Cross Authorized Provider.

  • CPR/AED
  • Babysitter training
  • Aquatics and Water Safety
  • First Aid
  • HIV/AIDS Education

By becoming an Authorized Provider, your organization can conduct classes whenever and wherever you choose. Plus, you have in-house experts available when you need them and direct technical support from American Red Cross chapters. Your organization will benefit in may ways. By becoming an Authorized Provider you can:

  • Offer training as a benefit for your employees or members.
  • Address regulatory issues specific to your business or industry.
  • Train large groups cost effectively.
  • Create in-house experts who are familiar with site-specific emergency procedures and equipment that is unique to your business or industry.
  • Meet training needs on a regular basis and at your convenience.
  • Get direct technical support from the American Red Cross of Greater Grand Rapids.
  • Work with the best instructor training and support system available.
  • Red Cross Authorized Providers include many types of organizations. There are already many organizations like yours that have signed on as Authorized Providers.

They include:

  • Businesses
  • Child care centers
  • Clubs and community groups
  • Colleges and universities
  • Federal, state, and local government agencies
  • Fire and rescue services
  • Recreational facilities, including pools
  • Religious organizations
  • Schools, camps, or other organizations working with young people

For more information, please contact:

Front Desk
(616) 456-8661