Skip to content
Save on supplies! Use code boNv6fKra6 here

Share Your Expertise. Save Lives. Build Your Career

Golden State Health and Safety Solutions is expanding statewide and seeking experienced safety instructors to join our growing team of certified professionals. Bring your passion for emergency preparedness and workplace safety to California's leading safety training organization.

Looking for Instructor Training to earn or renew your certifications?  We offer online and hybrid courses that give you the credentials and confidence to lead effective training sessions anywhere in the US. Click here to explore instructor training courses.

instructor training employee group on CPR and first aid

Contract instructor opportunities throughout California

We're looking for qualified CPR, First Aid, AED, and OSHA instructors who want to make a meaningful impact while building a flexible, rewarding career. As California businesses increasingly prioritize workplace safety, the demand for professional training continues to grow.

Why join Golden State Health and Safety Solutions?

  • Competitive Compensation: Earn excellent rates for your expertise with opportunities for increased income through consistent contract work.
  • Flexible Scheduling:  Choose when and where you work. Select training assignments that fit your schedule and preferred service areas.
  • Course Selection Freedom: Teach the programs you're passionate about. Specialize in your areas of expertise or diversify your offerings.
  • Meaningful Contract Work: Empower people with life-saving skills and workplace safety knowledge that protects employees and communities.
  • Professional Support:  Access our responsive customer service and technical support team to ensure successful training delivery.
instructor smiling at camera with employee group meeting in the background

What we're looking for

  • Professional certifications:  Current, valid instructor certifications through AHA, Red Cross, ASHI, or equivalent nationally recognized organizations, and/or proven expertise in OSHA regulations and workplace safety management.
  • Teaching excellence:  Engaging, professional presentation skills that create positive learning environments for diverse groups, including corporate teams, healthcare professionals, and government employees.
  • Flexibility & reliability:  Strong time management skills with the ability to travel to client locations throughout your designated California service area.
  • Safety passion:  Genuine commitment to emergency preparedness, workplace safety, and empowering others with life-saving knowledge.
  • Professional standards:  Excellent communication skills, punctuality, and the professionalism expected when representing a rapidly expanding safety training organization.

New Instructors

Become certified through our training program

Ready to become a certified instructor? Our comprehensive instructor training courses prepare you to deliver professional CPR, First Aid, and AED programs while opening doors to rewarding contract opportunities.

Investment in Your Future

  • Official instructor certification upon completion
  • Complete training materials and resources included
  • Ongoing support and mentorship
  • Immediate access to contract opportunities
  • Competitive training rates with payment options available
Register for instructor training course

Existing Instructors

Already certified? Apply for reciprocity

Currently certified with a nationally recognized organization? Our streamlined reciprocity process gets you started quickly with immediate access to training contracts.

Accepted certifications

  • American Heart Association (AHA)
  • American Red Cross
  • American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI)
Apply for reciprocity
seasoned professional consultant sitting at desk

OSHA authorized trainers wanted

Use your health and safety program management experience to train employee groups throughout California. We offer comprehensive OSHA training programs that businesses need to stay compliant and keep workers safe.

OSHA programs we deliver:

  • OSHA 10-Hour Training
  • OSHA 30-Hour Training
  • HAZWOPER Training
  • Construction Safety Programs
  • General Industry Safety Training
  • Custom Workplace Safety Programs

Ideal contractors have:

  • Experience with OSHA regulations and workplace safety
  • Program management or training background
  • Strong presentation and communication skills
  • Passion for creating safer workplaces
Apply as GSHSS instructor

Ready to join our contract safety training team?

  1. Apply or Inquire: Contact us to discuss your background, certifications, and preferred service areas.
  2. Qualification Review: We'll review your credentials and discuss available opportunities in your region.
  3. Onboarding Process: Complete our streamlined onboarding process and gain access to our client network.
  4. Start Training: Begin accepting contract assignments that match your schedule and expertise.

Questions About Becoming an Instructor?

Call: (707) 514-0546
Email: patrick@goldenstatehealthandsafetysolutions.com

We're here to answer questions about:

  • Certification requirements and reciprocity
  • Available opportunities in your area
  • Compensation and contract terms
  • Training support and resources
Apply to join our teamSchedule instructor consultation

Instructor Certification Courses

CPR/First Aid instructor certification courses prepare you to deliver professional training nationwide.

American Heart Association Basic Life Support Instructor Certification Course - $450

This comprehensive certification prepares you to instruct multiple AHA BLS courses.

Course Components:  Online BLS Instructor Essentials module; 4 hours of in-person classroom instruction; Hands-on skills assessment; Initial class monitoring (scheduled within 6 months)

What's Included:  Online BLS Instructor Essentials Course (emailed after registration); BLS Instructor Manual (e-book); BLS Student Provider Manual (hard copy or e-book); Alignment with AHA National Training Center; 2-year certification

Courses You'll Be Certified to Teach:  BLS Provider; Heartsaver CPR/AED; Heartsaver First Aid CPR/AED; Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR/AED; Heartsaver for K-12 Schools; Heartsaver First Aid Only; Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens

Register now

AHA BLS Instructor Recertification Course - $350

This renewal course is designed for current AHA BLS Instructors with valid (unexpired) instructor cards who need to renew their certification. American Heart Association Instructors must renew their certification every two years to maintain their teaching credentials and stay current with AHA guidelines.

AHA Instructor Recertification Requirements:

  • Teaching requirement: Teach a minimum of 4 classes within the 2-year certification period (may include Instructor-Led and/or HeartCode courses)
  • Testing: Pass both Provider and Instructor exams for each discipline you teach
  • Skills verification: Complete hands-on skills verification for each discipline
  • Stay current: Keep up-to-date with all AHA guideline updates and program changes
  • Monitoring: Complete monitoring by a Training Center Coordinator or designated AHA Faculty instructor
  • Standards compliance: Maintain AHA standards as outlined in the ECC Leadership Code of Conduct and Program Administration Manual (PAM)

Important: Failure to meet these requirements will require you to retake the full Instructor Course, may result in disqualification from the Training Center, or possible termination of certification.

Your monitoring instructor will complete all necessary paperwork to process your renewal with the AHA Training Center.

Register now

ACLS, PALS & BLS Instructor Certification Package - $1,600

This comprehensive combo course certifies healthcare professionals to teach BLS, ACLS, and PALS programs nationwide. This is an 8-hour, onsite course.

Prerequisites: Current provider certification in all 3 courses. All provider certifications must be valid (unexpired) at the time of the course

What's Included:

  • Onsite BLS, ACLS, and PALS Instructor Essentials training
  • Instructor manuals for all three disciplines (e-book format)
  • Student provider manuals
  • Initial class monitoring for each discipline
  • 2-year instructor certification for all three courses
Register now

American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Instructor Certification Course - $600

Become an American Heart Association ACLS Instructor and teach Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support courses throughout California and the United States. This is an onsite instructor training and skills assessment with initial class monitoring.

Prerequisites:

What's Included:

  • AHA ACLS Instructor Essentials onsite training
  • ACLS Instructor Manual (e-book or printed)
  • Instructor Essentials ACLS exam
  • Initial class monitoring
  • Alignment with Golden State Health and Safety Solutions Training Center
  • 2-year ACLS Instructor certification

Important Policies:

  • Non-refundable: This instructor course is non-refundable. If you do not complete all certification steps, you are not eligible for a refund.
  • Location requirement: In-person instruction, skills assessment, and monitoring are required.
  • Training center commitment: Instructors may not transfer to a different training center for the first 18 months per the Instructor Contract.

Questions? Watch our ACLS Instructor video for more information about becoming an ACLS Instructor, or contact us at 707-514-0546.

Register now

PALS Instructor Certification Course - $600

Become an American Heart Association PALS Instructor and teach Pediatric Advanced Life Support courses throughout the United States. This is an onsite instructor training and skills assessment with initial class monitoring.

Prerequisites:  Current AHA PALS Provider certification (must be valid and unexpired); Complete pre-course assessment at https://elearning.heart.org/course/427

What's Included:

  • Onsite PALS Instructor Essentials training
  • PALS Instructor Manual (e-book or printed)
  • Instructor Essentials PALS exam
  • Initial class monitoring
  • Alignment with Golden State Health and Safety Solutions Training Center
  • 2-year PALS Instructor certification

Important Policies:

  • Non-refundable: This instructor course is non-refundable. If you do not complete all certification steps, you are not eligible for a refund.
  • Training center commitment: Instructors may not transfer to a different training center for the first 18 months per the Instructor Contract.

Questions? Watch our ACLS/PALS Instructor video for more information about the instructor job market and what to expect, or contact us at 707-514-0546.

 

Register now