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Class Description and Schedule
Last Updated: May 10, 2008
  
AED - Mass Training at College of Saint Elizabeth
Students will learn to recognize and handle emergency situations, care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, perform CPR on adults, and use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) on victims of sudden cardiac arrest until advanced medical help is available.

College of Saint Elizabeth
2 Convent Road
Convent Station, NJ

Course Fee: $25
Sat. Jun 7 8:30am-1pm See above for location
  
Adult CPR with AED
Recognizing and handling emergency situations, caring for breathing and cardiac emergencies, performing CPR on adults, and using an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) on victims of sudden cardiac arrest until advanced medical help is available. Basic precautions for preventing disease transmission.

Course Fee: $50
Course Length: 4.5 hours
Sat. May. 17 -
FULL and CLOSED
9am-1:30pm Summit
Mon. May. 19 6-10:30pm Madison
Wed. May. 28 9am-1:30pm Summit
Tues. Jun. 10 9am -1:30pm Summit
Wed. Jun. 11 6-10:30pm Madison
Sat. Jun. 28 9am-1:30pm Summit
Fri. Jul. 11 6-10:30pm Madison
Tues. Jul. 17 9am-1:30pm Summit
Sat. Jul. 19 9am-1:30pm Summit
Mon. Aug. 4 9am-1:30pm Summit
Wed. Aug. 13 6-10:30pm Madison
Sat. Aug. 23 9am-1:30pm Summit
Thurs. Sept 11 8:30am-1pm Summit
  
Adult CPR/AED plus Child and Infant CPR
Combines Adult, Child, and Infant CPR to teach participants to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies in infants, children and adults; and understand the role of AEDs in the Cardiac Chain of Survival, as well as use of AED’s on individuals 8 or older. Useful textbook helps students retain skills and serves as a reference tool in an emergency.

Course Fee: $55
Course Length: 6 hours

Please bring brown bag lunch, there will be a short lunch break for all day courses.
Sat. May 17 -
FULL and CLOSED
9am-3:30pm Summit
Sat. Jun. 7 9am-3:30pm Madison
Wed. Jun. 11
and Thurs. Jun. 12
6-10:30pm
6-8pm
Madison
Sat. Jun. 28 9am-3:30pm Summit
Fri. Jul. 11
and Sat. Jul. 12
6-10:30pm
9am-11am
Madison
Sat. Jul. 19 9am-3pm Summit
Wed. Aug. 13 and Thurs. Aug. 14 6-10:30pm
6-8pm
Madison
Sat., Aug. 23 9am-3:00pm Summit
  
Infant and Child CPR
Trains individuals to recognize and care for life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies in infants and children up to 12 years of age.

Course Fee: $50
Wed. May 14 6-10:30pm Madison
Tues. Jun. 24 9am-1:30pm Madison
Wed. Jul. 23 6-10:30pm Madison
Tues. Jul. 29 9am-1:30pm Madison
Wed. Aug. 20 6-10:30pm Madison
  
Infant and Child CPR with First Aid
Combines CPR and first aid training to teach participants to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies in infants and children up to 12 years of age and to provide basic first care for injuries and sudden illnesses until advanced medical personnel arrive.

Course Fee: $55
  
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
Teaches professional rescuers (those with a duty to act and provide care) the skills necessary to respond appropriately to breathing and cardiac emergencies, including the use of an automated external defibrillator for victims of sudden cardiac arrest. Individuals that should attend this course are, but not limited to: Lifeguards, EMTs, Paramedics, Firefighters, Police, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists., Athletic Trainers, EMS personnel, Nursing Students, Correctional Officers, Ski Patrol, Wilderness-Based Staff, Allied Health Professionals

Course Fee: $80 (includes pocket mask and book)
Course Length: 8 hours
Sun. May 18 -
FULL and CLOSED
9am-5pm Summit
Sat. Jun. 21 9am-5pm Madison
Mon. Jul. 14
and Tues. Jul. 16
6pm-10pm Madison
Sat. Aug. 2 9am-5pm Summit
  
First Aid
Basic care for injuries or sudden illnesses until advances medical care can take over. Handling emergency situations; basic disease transmission precautions; recognizing and care for bleeding, wounds, sudden illness; and immobilizing muscle, bone and joint injuries. Does NOT include information on breathing or cardiac emergencies. Meets OSHA Guidelines for First Aid.

Course Fee: $40
Mon. Jun. 16 8:30am-12:30pm Madison
Mon. Sept. 15 8am-1pm Madison
  
First Aid with Adult CPR/AED and Infant and Child CPR
Combines CPR, AED and First Aid training; learn to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies in infants, children and adults, perform basic first aid and treat sudden illnesses. Provides training in using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on a victim of sudden cardiac arrest.

Course Fee: $65
Sat. May 17 9am-5:30pm Summit
Sat. Jun. 7 9am-5:30pm Madison
Wed. Jun. 11
and Thurs. Jun. 12
6-10:30pm
6-10pm
Madison
Sat. Jun. 28 9am-5:30pm Summit
Friday Jul. 11
and Sat Jul. 12
6-10:30pm
9am-1pm
Madison
Saturday Jul. 19 9am-5:30pm Summit
Wed Aug. 13
and Thurs. Aug. 14
6-10:30pm
6-10pm
Madison
Sat Aug. 23 9am-5:30pm Summit
  
Standard First Aid with Adult CPR and AED
Combines CPR, AED and first aid training to teach participants to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies in individuals 12 years of age or older, and to perform basic first card for injuries and sudden illnesses until advanced medical personnel arrive. Includes training in using an automated external defibrillator (AED) on a victim of sudden cardiac arrest.

Course Fee: $60
Wed. May 28 9am-4:30pm Summit
Tues. Jun. 10 9am-4:30pm Summit
Tues. Jul. 15 9am-4:30pm Summit
Mon. Aug. 4 9am-4:30pm Summit
Thurs. Sept. 11 8:30am-4pm Summit
  
CPR/AED/First Aid Recertification Challenge
This course is to certify (re-certify) in Adult, Infant, Child CPR, AED, First Aid and/or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (if you need a pocket mask, additional cost of $15). You do not need to be currently certified to be tested. The first 30-45 minutes are the precourse manikin practice and Q&A session, once challenge testing has begun, there will be instructor PROMPTING ONLY, no coaching or assisting

Course Fee: $50
Sat. May 10 2:15pm- 4:30pm Summit
Wed. May 21 3:30pm-5:45pm Summit
Wed. May 28 5:30pm-7:45pm Summit
Fri. May 30 9am-11:15am Summit
Fri. May 30 1:30am-3:45pm Summit
Fri. May 30 4pm-6:15pm Summit
Wed. Jun. 4 3:30pm-5:45 pm Summit
Wed. Jun. 4 6pm-8:15pm Summit
Fri. Jun. 6 3:30pm-5:45pm Summit
Mon. Jun. 9 3:30pm-5:45pm Summit
Thurs. Jun. 19 3:30pm-5:45pm Summit
Thurs. Jun. 26 9am-11:15am Summit
Thurs. Jun. 26 2pm-4:15pm Summit
Mon. Jun. 30 9am-11:15am Summit
Mon. Jun. 30 1pm-3:15pm Summit
Thurs. Jul. 3 9am-11:15am Summit
Thurs. Jul. 3 12pm-2:15pm Summit
Thurs. Jul. 3 3pm-5:15pm Summit
Mon. Jul. 28 10am-12:30pm Summit
Mon. Aug. 18 9am-11:30am Summit
  
Fundamentals of Instructor Training
Introduces instructor candidates to the history, structure and activities of the American Red Cross. Prepares instructor candidates to teach American Red Cross specialty classes to diverse populations. An instructor candidate must complete an instructor specialty course within one year of completing Fundamentals of Instructor Training.

Course Fee: $50
Mon. Jun. 2 6-10:30pm Summit
  
Lay Responder First Aid and CPR/AED Instructor
Teaches instructor candidates to plan, organize and conduct Lay Responder First Aid/CPR/AED courses, including First Aid/CPR/AED for the Workplace, First Aid/CPR/AED for Schools and the Community, First Aid-Responding to Emergencies, Blended Learning First Aid/CPR/AED and Sport Safety Training.

Prerequisites - Be at least 16 years old. Pass each section of the pre-course written exam with a score of least 80 percent. Demonstrate competence in the skills evaluation. You must be certified in FIT (see above) within the last 12 months and successfully complete a pre-course session consisting of all skills required to pass the basic CPR and First Aid classes, including written tests

Course Fee: $220
Mon. May 5
Thurs. May 8
and Mon. May 12
1:30-5:30pm
8:30am-5:30pm
and 8:30am-5:30pm
Summit
Wed. Jun. 4
Wed. Jun. 11
Wed. Jun. 18
and Wed. Jun. 25
6-10:30pm all 4 nights Summit
  
Babysitter's Training
Open to boys and girls ages 11 and older, this course is packed with fun activities, exciting videos, lively discussions and real-life problem-solving situations. Participants will practice first aid and basic care skills, and also learn to:
  • Interview for a babysitting job
  • Make good, responsible decisions
  • Supervise children
  • Handle an emergency or illness
  • Diaper, feed, and dress infants and children
  • Respond effectively to life-threatening emergencies
  • Feed infants and prepare simple meals and snacks for children
  • Handle bedtime issues effectively
  • Have fun with children and stay in control
  • Choose safe and age-appropriate toys and games
  • Adjust actions based on the age of the child
Fee includes the Babysitter's Handbook - a full-color, heavily illustrated, content-rich resource for use in the course and on the job.


Course Fee: $55
Sat. Jun. 14 9am-3:30pm Summit
Fri. Jun. 20 9am-3:30pm Summit
Wed. Jun. 25 -
FULL and CLOSED
9am-3:30pm Madison
Tues. Jul. 1 9am-3:30pm Summit
Thurs. July 10 9am-3:30pm Summit
Sat. July 26 9am-3:30pm Madison
Thurs. Aug. 7 9am-3:30pm Summit
Tues. Sept. 2 9am-3:30pm Summit
Tues. Sept. 30 9am-3:30pm Summit
  
Babysitter's Instructors Training
To train candidates to teach the Babysitter’s Training course.

Course Fee: $100
Course Length: 9.5 hours
  
Babysitters Training Instructor Bridge Course
For individuals who are already current American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED instructors, doctors, nurses, or teachers who would like to become Babysitters Training Instructors

Course Fee: $100
Course Length: 4.5 hours
  
Pet First Aid
This four hour course provides valuable information needed to keep your pet safe. It teaches the owner to act with confidence during an emergency until your pet reaches the veterinarian. Each participant will receive a Pet First Aid textbook.

Course Fee: $40
Sun. May 11 -
FULL and CLOSED
9am-1pm Madison
Sun. July 13 9am-12:30pm Madison
  
RCP/DEA para los adultos y RCP para niños e infantes
Combina RCP para adultos, niños, e infantes para enseñar como reconocer y encargarse de la respiración y emergencias cardiacas en los infantes, niños, y adultos; y entender el papel de DEA en la cadena cardiaca de supervivencia y también el uso de DEA con individuos de ocho anos de edad o más. Un libro de texto útil ayuda a los estudiantes a recordar destrezas y sirve como herramienta de referencia en una emergencia.

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Precio del Curso: $55
Duración del Curso: 6 horas
Sabado 17 de Mayo 9am-3:30pm Summit
Sabado 14 de Junio 9am-3:30pm Madison
Sabado 20 de Septiembre 9am-3:30pm Madison
Sabado 18 de Octubre 9am-3:30pm Summit
Sabado 1 de Noviembre 9am-3:30pm Summit
  
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REFUND POLICY
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  • Fees are non-refundable unless the course has been canceled by the American Red Cross.

  • The chapter reserves the right to postpone or cancel any class due to insufficient enrollment, inclement weather, instructor illness, or if the chapter has been mobilized for a disaster.

  • In case of inclement weather, please call (908) 273-2076 for class status.

  • If you wish to reschedule your participation in a course, you must contact the chapter at least 24 hours prior to the class.

  • Please arrive on time for class. Class is closed to latecomers after 15 minutes.

  • Courses with more that one date require attendance on all dates listed. Participants who do not attend all sessions are not eligible to receive certification and forfeit all fees.

  • Confirmation of enrollment will not be sent. If you wish to confirm enrollment, please call (908) 273-2076.
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