Generic Instructor Course (GIC)

The European Resuscitation Council (ERC) Generic Instructor Course (GIC) prepares future instructors to deliver provider courses such as BLS, ALS, IBLS, SVI, SVA, SVIP, SVAP, and ETC. This standardized course focuses on the ERC’s pedagogical principles and how to apply them within its training programs.

The GIC is offered at accredited centers throughout Europe and, increasingly, in regions of North Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. It is organized by national resuscitation councils or by authorized centers, ensuring quality and uniform content across all territories.

The course lasts two days and includes a mandatory preliminary online training phase. The in-person sessions are based on practical instruction and direct interaction between participants and instructors.

General Objective

Acquire the skills to teach effectively in advanced Life Support courses.

Methodology

Virtual phase

Virtual phase (8 hours) + 2 hours of webinar

In-person phase

Workshops

Skill stations

Cardiac arrest simulation

Admission Profile

Aimed at medical and nursing professionals who have successfully completed an advanced course of the European Resuscitation Council (ERC) and have been identified as potential instructors.

This course is designed for professionals who want to acquire the pedagogical competencies necessary to join the teaching team in courses accredited by the ERC.

Course Director

Accreditation

This course is officially accredited by the European Resuscitation Council (ERC), the leading authority in Europe for resuscitation training, and by the Sant Joan de Déu Teaching Campus.