Mobile First Aid and CPR Trainer

Employers who need trained staff, childcare providers, schools, coaches, contractors and individuals who need a certification card.

A per-student fee for open classes or a flat group rate for on-site classes. Add-ons include certification card fees, bloodborne pathogens sessions and recurring renewal classes.

• Clear, confident teaching
• Staying calm and practical
• Organizing classes and following up with clients

• Check which certifications your target clients accept, since employers and licensing boards often name specific providers
• Instructor authorization usually needs renewing and may involve fees or alignment with the provider's rules
• Check whether your state or industry (e.g. childcare) has specific course requirements
• General liability insurance, and check if professional liability is also worth having
• Check city or county business license rules and any home occupation rules if you store equipment at home

Startup costs are typically around $800 to $4,000, depending on the instructor authorization you choose, your training equipment such as manikins and AED trainers, and your marketing. These are estimates, so confirm current fees with your training provider.

Monthly revenue is typically around $800 to $4,000, depending on how many classes you teach, your class sizes and your prices. Plan on at least about 6 hours a week, and more as you add workplace clients.

Check which certifications your target clients accept, since employers and licensing boards often name specific providers. Also check instructor authorization renewals and fees, state or industry requirements such as childcare, insurance, and city or county business license rules.