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Classes now available in Manchester!
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The American Red Cross has been a leader in helping people
prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies through our
emergency preparedness and health & safety education and
training programs for nearly a century. Our courses are
developed in collaboration with leading health authorities and
reflect the latest recommendations and techniques. Red Cross
instructors provide the highest quality training, and
certificates are recognized and accepted anywhere in the United
States. |
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During Fiscal Year 2007, the Grant
Wood Area Chapter trained 21,824 people in the
lifesaving skills of CPR, first aid, water safety and
more. It is our goal as a chapter and a national
organization to have one member of every household
trained in the lifesaving skills of CPR and first aid. |
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| Our community classes are designed for the general public to
foster safer and healthier lives. Please
click here if you are interested in Workplace or group
training, or see below for classes for individuals. |
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| Grant Wood Area Chapter community classes are offered at: |
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Cedar
Rapids Office
6300 Rockwell Drive NE
P.O. Box 10375
Cedar Rapids, IA 52410-0375
Phone: (319) 393-3500
Fax: (319) 393-1841
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Iowa City Office
373 East College Street
Iowa City, IA 52240
Phone: (319) 337-2119
Toll Free: (800) 982-2438 |
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To view our 2008 Community Class Calendar, please
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| Pre-registration and pre-payment for our
community classes are required. You may call or
email us with your registration information, or
register and pay online for our courses. |
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Available:
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| CPR and
First Aid Courses:
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(Please note that there are different
types of CPR certification available. If you are uncertain about
the kind of CPR that you are required to have, please check with
your supervisor at work, your advisor at school, or call our
office for assistance to ensure that you are enrolled in the
proper class for your needs.) |
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| Unit 1: Adult
CPR (with optional AED training) |
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 Learn updated techniques to deal with life-threatening
emergencies for adults and children over the age of nine. Learn to
recognize and respond to emergencies, including how to determine
unconsciousness, clear an obstructed airway and perform
one-rescuer CPR.Optional AED training
teaches participants to use Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs),
which shock a malfunctioning heart back into a normal rhythm.
AEDs are user-friendly and can significantly increase the
survival rates of cardiac arrest victims if used promptly by
individuals trained in CPR and AED.
(If you are a lifeguard,
EMT, paramedic, firefighter, nurse, nursing student or other
healthcare professional, please see ‘CPR/AED for the
Professional Rescuer’ below)
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Course time: |
Adult CPR: 6pm-10pm
Adult CPR with AED: 6pm-10:30pm |
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Unit 1 alone: $30.00 (Add
AED training for $10) |
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Unit 1 + one other unit (Unit 2 or Unit
3):$37.50 |
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Unit 1+ both additional units: $45.00 |
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This course is designed for individuals in the community who
want the enhance their CPR knowledge by learning basic first aid
skills such as treating cuts, scrapes and burns; treating
injuries to muscles, bones and joints; controlling severe
bleeding; and managing seizures and poisoning incidents.
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Prerequisite: |
Current American Red
Cross Adult CPR certificate issued within the last 12
months. (if you do not possess this certificate, see
First Aid Basics.) |
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Unit 1 alone: $30.00 (Add
AED training for $10) |
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Unit 1 + one other unit (Unit 2 or Unit
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Unit 1+ both additional units: $45.00 |
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| Unit 3: Infant/Child CPR |
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 Apply
emergency skills from Unit 1: Adult CPR to infants and children
under the age of 8. Participants learn basic infant and child
safety; injury prevention and skills to respond to
life-threatening emergencies. This class is ideal for new
parents, grandparents, teachers and anyone else who spends time
around children. (If you are a day care
provider, please see ‘(CPR for the Daycare Provider.)
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Prerequisite: |
Current American Red
Cross Adult CPR certificate issued within the last 12
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Course time: |
6:00pm-8:30pm |
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Unit 1 alone: $30.00 (Add
AED training for $10) |
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Unit 1 + one other unit (Unit 2 or Unit
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Unit 1+ both additional units: $45.00 |
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Unit 1, 2, 3
Saturday Schedule |
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This course is designed specifically for individuals who wish to
take multiple units (Adult CPR, First Aid and Infant/Child CPR)
in one Saturday course.
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Adult, Infant &
Child CPR Review |
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This class allows individuals with current Adult
CPR or Adult, Infant & Child CPR certifications
the opportunity to review course content with an instructor
within a formal class setting. Each participant will have the
opportunity to view video segments, practice skills, and
complete written and skills exams.
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Prerequisite: |
Current CPR certification |
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Course time: |
6pm-8pm for Adult CPR
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6pm-10pm for Adult, Infant &
Child CPR |
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$25.00 for Adult CPR
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$30.00 for Adult, Infant & Child CPR |
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Adult CPR/AED Review |
View Classes/Register On-line |
This class allows individuals with current Adult
CPR or Adult CPR/AED certifications the opportunity to review
the course content with an instructor in a formal class setting.
Each participant will have the opportunity to view video
segments, practice skills and complete written and skills exams.
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Prerequisite: |
Current Adult CPR
certification |
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Blended Learning First Aid/CPR/AED
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View Classes
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Red Cross Blended Learning is flexible,
self-paced and available on-line 24 hours a day, seven days
a week. The first portion of the course, including the written
exam, is on-line and can be taken from any computer with
Internet access. Students have the option of going through the
lessons in a full or abbreviated format and can test out of
lessons. Web-based training enables
course-takers to access courses at their convenience and
minimizes schedule conflicts with work-related responsibilities.
The second part of the training - the skill practice and
assessment - is conducted by a Red Cross instructor in a
classroom setting. *Please note: At this time Blending
Learning classes are not MAC compatible.
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Varies according to
training |
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Course time: |
Daytime skills
practice/assessment: 1pm-4:30pm
Evening skills practice/assessment:
6pm-9:30pm |
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Price: |
Prices vary depending on
course content. Please
contact the chapter office for available courses and
pricing. |
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CPR/AED for the
Professional Rescuer |
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 This course is designed for individuals who are expected to
respond to an emergency as part of their job. This course will
meet the entrance requirements for most nursing and EMT
programs. Participants will learn the principles
of CPR and AED for adults, children and infants; two-rescuer CPR/AED; and
use of bag-valve-masks and pocket masks.
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CPR/AED for the
Professional Rescuer Review |
View Classes/Register On-line |
This class allows individuals with current certifications
the opportunity to review course content with an instructor in a formal class
setting. Each participant will have the opportunity to view
video segments, practice skills, and complete written and skills
exams.
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Prerequisite: |
Current American Red Cross CPR/AED for
the Professional Rescuer certificate or American Heart
Association CPR for the Healthcare Provider certificate
issued within the last 12 months (you must bring
your certificate to class). |
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| First Aid Basics |
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 This course is designed to train individuals to recognize and
care for victims of sudden illness and injury. Participants also
learn skills such as treating cuts, scrapes and burns; treating
injuries to muscles, bones and joints; controlling severe
bleeding; and managing seizures and poisoning incidents.
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6:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
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CPR for the Daycare
Provider |
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This course covers all requirements for First Aid, CPR and
Universal Precautions as required by the Iowa Department of
Human Services for licensed child care providers.
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Specialty Courses: |
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Babysitter's
Training |
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 This interactive, activity-based program provides youth (ages 11
– 15) the knowledge, skills and confidence to care for infants,
toddlers and elementary school-aged children. The class focuses
on injury prevention, emergency first aid, basic child care
skills, decision making, problem solving and leadership skills,
while providing an excellent opportunity for building
self-confidence.
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must be at least 11 years of age
on the day of training to receive
certification |
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Bloodborne Pathogens
Training: Preventing Disease Transmission |
View Classes/Register On-line |
 This
60-minute course combines lecture,
demonstration and video to build awareness of bloodborne
pathogens; teach exposure prevention skills; and inform
participants about how to recognize, report and follow-up on
employee exposure incidents. This course is designed to assist
employers with meeting OSHA’s bloodborne pathogens standard.
Biohazard Kits, which can assist in the safe and proper clean-up
of blood-containing spills, are available through our
online store.
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| Family Caregiving |
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 More than 22 million American families are caring for a parent,
spouse, friend or other loved one at home, and as America’s
population ages, the number of family caregiving situations is
certain to increase. If your family is part of this growing
trend, you know that ensuring a safe environment and providing
even the most basic care can be overwhelming, and resources can
sometimes be few. To meet the demand for affordable,
high-quality training, the Red Cross has developed an
outstanding Family Caregiving presentation course - including
user-friendly booklets, an informative and detailed video
presentation, and a leader’s guide. The modular design – each
module is about one hour in length – allows for flexibility in
customizing the program to meet the specific needs of groups.
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- Assisting with Personal Care
- Positioning and Helping Your Loved One Move
- General Caregiving Skills
- Home Safety
- Healthy Eating
- Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease
or Dementia
- Caring for a Loved One with HIV/AIDS
- Legal and Financial Issues
- Caring for the Caregiver
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If you are interested in receiving more information about the
Family Caregiving program, including prices and availability, or
have an interest in becoming a Program Leader, please contact
Ruthanne Weighton. |
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| First Aid and
Preparedness |
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First Aid and Preparedness presentations are designed to teach
groups how to prevent and respond to emergencies that they are
most likely to encounter. Participants are introduced to the
concept of preparedness, including the need to plan for
emergencies, to stay safe, and to build and maintain a disaster
supply kit. First Aid and Preparedness classes are tailor
designed to meet the needs of three types of groups: Level 1 is
for families (adults with children) or children in grades 1 -5;
Level 2 is for grades 6 – 8; and Level 3 is designed for adults
and high school students. Workplace presentations are also
available. For more information about Emergency Preparedness,
please click here. For
pricing and information about scheduling a First Aid and
Preparedness presentation for your group, please
contact
the Grant Wood
Area Chapter and ask for the Emergency Services Department. |
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| Basic HIV/AIDS
Presentation |
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This free community presentation presents the
basic facts about HIV/AIDS. Participants gain knowledge
regarding modes of transmission, prevention, and how HIV impacts
our community. We can accommodate any size group at any
location. Presentation are adjusted to meet each group's needs,
level of prior HIV/AIDS education and age range. Presenters will
confer with group organizers prior to the presentation when
working with young children. |
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| Pet First Aid - Cats
& Dogs |
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 This course teaches basic first aid techniques for common
illnesses, injuries, and life-threatening conditions for both
cats and dogs, including recognizing emergencies and performing
First Aid and CPR. Participants will have the opportunity to
practice emergency skills on pet manikins. Course fees include a Pet First Aid reference guide
and DVD of student's choice - Cat or Dog (additional reference
guides and Pet First Aid kits will be available for purchase at
class). This course is appropriate for ages 10 and over. Pet
First Aid kits and the Pet First Aid reference guide are
available for purchase through our
online store.
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| Wilderness First Aid
Basics |
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This 16-hour course provides the basic knowledge and skills to
enable participants to make decisions about emergency care in
wilderness settings, including how to respond to delayed help
situations, causes and prevention of injuries in wilderness
settings, care of injuries for extended periods of time (while
waiting for rescuers), and simple evacuation and short distance
transfer techniques. The techniques in this course are not
intended to replace advanced medical treatment, but to extend
basic first aid to provide care until more advanced help can be
reached. There are no pre-requisites for this course, although a
CPR course is highly recommended additional training. A minimum
age of 15 is also highly recommended, due to the serious nature
of the course content. If you have a group that is interested in
taking this class, please
contact the chapter to schedule a training time. |
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