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About CRES Training, Inc.
Come Learn With Us
The core philosophy behind CRES Training, Inc. is based on the synergy between tradition and innovation. We believe in using technology to our advantage while adhering to the original pillars and values of our organization.
We use blended learning to enhance learning and reduce the time spent in classroom lectures. Fresh, engaging video-based learning allows the student to start and stop as often as they want and pick up wherever they are on any connected device. Understanding is measured during the videos and confirmed during the practical sessions. For instance, CPR/First Aid/AED practical sessions are about 1.5 hours and AVERT sessions are about 3 hours. Sessions are often conducted at places of business, schools, churches, and meeting halls.
Product sales are in line with the subjects taught and are carefully vetted to ensure ease of use and practicality for the end-user.
Meet the Team
Strong Values
The core of CRES Training, Inc. is our outstanding team, who are determined to help you succeed. We’re dedicated to providing tailored support and guidance to each of our participants. Read more about our team members through their stories below. If you’d like to set up an introductory meeting, get in touch with us today!
Capt. Rob Smith
President
Capt. Rob Smith has been a life-long trainer beginning with teaching electronics in the USAF in the early 1970's. After leaving the USAF, he began a career in the medical field as a respiratory therapist. While working in the ER and the ICU's, he also taught CPR, ACLS, BCLS to staff. He moved on to help pioneer home mechanical ventilation with Glasrock and Travenol in Tennessee. CPR training was required for all families taking a loved one home on a mechanical ventilator. Rob joined the USCGA becoming an instructor, instructor trainer, qualified examiner, and search and rescue professional. Rob also went on to become a Master Captain, licensed by the USCG for power and sail up to 100 tons. Throughout his career teaching was a passion. Teaching others to save lives and protect their families is his goal. Now in "retirement" he can share that education with many more.
Norine Kaufer-Smith
Bi-lingual Instructor
Norine retired after over thirty years of K-12 teaching in California. Most of that time was in Healdsburg, CA. Norine was born in the Canal Zone and moved to California to attend college and eventually attain her Master's degree. She has spent many years teaching English as a Second Language and has superior skills in teaching all ages, including adult education.
John Chevalier
Instructor
John has many years of experience teaching in the K-12 environment. John has a passion for music and video production. John is a practicing musician, runs the local community TV station, and has been very active in training CPR/First Aid/AED and AVERT classes in the school district.
“Perseverance, secret of all triumphs”