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Learn to Save the Lives of
Those You Love
Everyone can save a life... if they know how. And learning is easy
with the help of the Red Cross!
We're dedicated to preventing, preparing for and
responding to emergencies. That's why we offer life-saving courses
for you and your family. As the leading authority on safety and
life-saving skills, the Red Cross offers a variety of courses and
programs that can mean the difference between life and death.
We offer the following courses:
Babysitter Training
Lifeguard Training
Adult CPR
Infant and Child CPR
CPR/AED for the
Professional Rescuer
When I'm in Charge (WIIC)
Please contact our
Health & Safety Services Director for upcoming course information.
 Babysitter
Training
Want To Be A Star Babysitter?
Are you prepared to take care of infants and toddlers? We can
help! What does every parent want in a babysitter? Find out at
our Babysitter Training.
This very popular course gives 11 to 15 year olds the knowledge,
skills, and confidence to care for infants and school-age children.
The class teaches participants to:
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Respond to emergencies and illnesses with
first aid, rescue breathing, and other appropriate care.
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Make decisions under pressure.
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Assess families' lifestyles and communicate
with parents.
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Understand stages of child development
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Recognize safety and hygiene issues.
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Manage young children safely.
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Feed, diaper, and care for infants.
The American Red Cross Babysitter's Training
combines video, activities, hands-on skills training and discussion
for the most complete learning experience.
Our chapter offers American Red Cross Babysitting classes throughout
the year in all areas of Allegany County. Call the chapter office or
send us an email for upcoming classes in your area!
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Lifeguard Training
This comprehensive course prepares participants for employment as
lifeguards. Key features include:
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CPR, first aid and other lifesaving skills
presented in an aquatic setting
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Skills-based scenarios and decision making
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Consolidated participant’s manual containing
course information for:
- Lifeguard Training
- First Aid
- CPR for the Professional Rescuer
- Automated External Defibrillation (AED) Essentials
- Oxygen Administration for the Professional Rescuer
- Preventing Disease Transmission (Bloodborne
Pathogens)
- Watermarks and Waterfront Lifeguarding (optional
modules)
Call the Allegany County Chapter at (585)593-1531
for more information and class dates.
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Adult CPR
Adult CPR is used on anyone 12 years of age and older (or over 55
pounds). This class is also a requirement for Child Care Providers
that will be administering medication to children 8 and older in
their care. Call the chapter today for more details or to register.
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Infant and Child CPR
This class teaches lifesaving CPR skills for infants and children up
to age 12. If you're a new parent or are ever around babies and
young children, this class is a must to set your mind at ease. Know
what to do if your child quits breathing. Don't wait until it's too
late to learn the skills that may save the life of your child or
someone you care about. Call the chapter to sign up today!
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CPR/AED For the Professional Rescuer
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, or FPR as we often refer to
it. Call the chapter for class details and dates.
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When I'm In Charge (WIIC)
This two-and-a-half-hour course prepares children to respond safely
to a variety of situations when direct parental supervision is
unavailable. Participants will:
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Role play answering phone and door situations
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Discuss gun and internet safety
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Discuss personal safety and first aid
situations
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