Because You Care … Prepare;
Take a Red Cross Health and Safety Course
News Release: February 13, 2006
Contact: Janice Osborne, director-Communications and Marketing; (610) 865-4400, ext. 262

The American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley will hold the following Health and Safety classes at its Carbon Office in Lehighton in March and April. For a complete list of Red Cross classes for the spring, pick up a schedule at the Lehighton office or visit www.redcrosslv.org.

Adult CPR - April 4 and 5, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (must attend both evenings). This course is designed for individuals who need adult CPR training only. The course uses hands-on skills training to prepare participants to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults. Included in the course is training in the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). This course applies to victims over 8 years of age.
Fee: $40

Adult CPR with First Aid - March 11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The class covers first aid and adult CPR and training in the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). This course applies to victims over 8 years of age.
Fee: $55

Babysitter's Training - March 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This course will provide individuals ages 11-15 with the information and skills necessary to provide safe and responsible care for children in the absence of a responsible adult. Students will develop skills in five main areas: leadership, safety and safe play, basic care, first aid, and professionalism. This course does not include training in CPR.
Fee: $40

CPR for the Professional Rescuer Review - March 14 and 15, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (must attend both evenings). This course allows individuals to be recertified in CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Candidates must bring the following to class: proof of current certification in CPR for the Professional, CPR for the Professional Rescuer Manual (call chapter for more information) and pocket face mask.
Fee: $35

First Aid Basics - April 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants will become familiar with how to recognize and care for victims of illness and sudden injuries. This class does not include CPR/AED.
Fee: $36

Classes will be held at the Red Cross office located at 129 N. First Street, L ehighton. Textbooks are included in the price of the courses and will be distributed on the day of the class.

To secure a place in the class, please register at least 7 days prior to the start date of the class. You can register by phone at (610) 377-2100 or (610) 865-4400, ext. 247; online at www.redcrosslv.org; or in person at the Red Cross office, 129 N. First Street, Lehighton, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; or at the Red Cross office at 2200 Avenue A, Bethlehem, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Registration is payable by check to "American Red Cross" or credit card (MasterCard, VISA or American Express).

For more information about these and other Red Cross courses, call (610) 377-2100 or (610) 865-4400, ext. 247, or visit www.redcrosslv.org.

The American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley serves more than 660,000 residents of Carbon, Lehigh and Northampton counties. Last year the Red Cross provided health and safety education training; Lifeline, a personal response service for seniors; and emergency relief to more than 20,000 Greater Lehigh Valley residents. For more information about the American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley or volunteer opportunities, call (610) 865-4400 or visit www.redcrosslv.org.