Cape Cod Chapter of the Red Cross offers several new courses

Fall Red Cross courses offered including babysitting, CPR and pet first aid

HYANNIS - The Cape Cod Chapter of the Red Cross is offering several informative courses in October and November.  These courses including babysitting for youths, pet first aid and adult CPR.  See below for details.

October CPR/AED and First Aid Classes on the Vineyard

The American Red Cross, Cape Cod and Islands Chapter is organizing a number of CPR, AED and First Aid classes in October for residents of Martha's Vineyard. All classes will be held at the YMCA, 57 Pequot Ave., Oaks Bluffs.

Registration is available on-line via capecodandislandsredcross.org or by calling toll-free (508) 775-1540.

• An Infant and Child CPR class will be held on October 6th from 5:30 to 9:30 pm. Cost is $45.
• An Adult CPR/AED class will be held on October 11th from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Cost for the class is $50.
• An Adult CPR/AED and First Aid class will be held on October 11th from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.   The cost for the class is $60.
• An Adult CPR/AED and Infant and Child CPR Review class will be held on October 20th from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.  Cost is $45.

Babysitter Training Class Begins November 1st

The American Red Cross, Cape Cod and Islands Chapter, will offer a training class for babysitters on November 1, 2008 at the Chapter House on 286 South Street in Hyannis.  

The 6 hour course runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. including a lunch break. It is designed for 6th to 9th graders, ages 11 to 15, interested in becoming a responsible Babysitter.  The participants will learn Babysitting responsibilities, characteristics of children, supervising and playing with children, basic care such as feeding and changing, accident prevention, emergency action and First Aid.  Cost of the course is $50.  All participants will receive a reference handbook and a portfolio.

Successful participants will receive a Babysitter's Course completion certificate that does not expire.

Class schedules can be viewed on the Chapter's web site: capecodandislandsredcross.org or can be obtained by calling toll-free (508) 775-1540.

Pet First Aid Classes Scheduled in October and November

The American Red Cross, Cape Cod and Islands Chapter will organize a Pet First Aid class on Wednesday October 29 from 6:00-9:00 pm at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History and on Saturday, November 15 from 1:30-4:30 pm at the Cape Cod and Islands Chapter location at 286 South Street, Hyannis.

Many people all over the Cape and Islands own pets, but do they know how to take care of a pet emergency? The American Red Cross wants to create awareness of pet emergencies and prepare owners of dogs and cats for any emergency. The course provides valuable information on how to keep your pet safe and how to act with confidence during an emergency. After the course you will feel prepared and confident to go to your pet's rescue in case of any emergency.

This course covers the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide basic care to pets for injuries and sudden illnesses.  A wide range of topics are discussed, including preventative measures to help you and your pet live healthy and happy lives together. 

Each participant receives a dog or cat First Aid text book written by the American Red Cross and the Humane Society of the United States and a certification.  Our pets love and care for us. It is important that we learn how to care for them and keep them safe and healthy.

CPR/AED and First Aid Classes Scheduled October through December

The American Red Cross, Cape Cod and Islands Chapter, announces its October, November and December schedules for Adult and Infant & Child CPR/AED and First Aid. Class information is available online at capecodandislandsredcross.org or by calling (508) 775-1540 for more information.

Other classes available include: Babysitters Training, First Aid, Community CPR, First Aid/CPR/AED for Schools and Community, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Pet First Aid, Chokesaver and several other classes aimed at CPR/First Aid/AED Instruction.

Students will receive training manuals and certification cards.  In addition, a new blended learning combination is offered, consisting of as little as 2 hours of online training and 2 hours of class training and certification testing. 

Enrollment is available online at capecodandislandsredcross.org or by calling (508) 775-1540.

All classes will be held at the Chapter House on 286 South Street in Hyannis unless otherwise indicated.  For schools, businesses, professional rescuers, clubs and organizations, alternate pricing, dates and locations are available by contacting the Chapter at (508) 775-1540, ext. 12.

For more information about training, volunteer or supporting the Cape Cod and Islands Chapter, American Red Cross, see the web site: capecodandislandsredcross.org, call toll-free (508) 775-1540 or write to: 286 South Street, Hyannis, MA 02601.