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is required to finalize a student ’ s training and qualify for a two-year FAST certification
Students will receive a participation certificate upon completion of the online-only course ; full certification is only available for those who do a skills session , which involves practice and a successful test using both direct pressure and a tourniquet on a lifelike replica of a limb .
The Red Cross has built a FAST Classroom Kit suitable for up to 24 students , with the materials necessary for the skills training available through the Red Cross Store .
The FAST program offers three Instructor training options :
• The Instructor Bridge is for individuals who are current , certified Instructors from the Red Cross or other approved
Organizations can offer FAST via the Red Cross using the sign-up webform on its landing page for FAST .
FAST Classroom Kit available through the Red Cross Store
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