DUBOIS – As the end of summer rapidly approaches, the American Red Cross offers essential health and safety preparedness courses in DuBois this month.
Being prepared is the best way to combat real-life emergencies, which can arise at any moment. The ARC has designed its courses to equip individuals with the proper skills and training necessary to respond quickly in these circumstances.
Being trained in CPR and First Aid ensures that individuals act promptly when life-threatening situations occur. Area residents are encouraged to sign up for a health and safety training course and become one of the more than 5 million people who have already enrolled and learned how to save a life.
The following classes will be offered in Dubois this month. The courses will be held at the PA Heartland Red Cross office located at 109 North Brady St. in DuBois.
- Saturday, Aug. 11, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Adult and Pediatric Fist Aid/CPR/AED, $110
- Saturday, Aug. 11, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Adult CPR/AED, $70
- Tuesday, Aug. 14, 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. and Thursday, Aug. 16, 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, $110
- Tuesday, Aug. 14, 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., Adult CPR/AED, $70
To register for a nearby class, individuals here and across the country can simply call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit RedCross.org, where residents can search for nearby classes using their zip code.
Additionally, businesses, organizations and community groups can also arrange for private instruction from the ARC. Course fees benefit the programs and services of the ARC. To register, participants can visit RedCross.org to search upcoming course offerings. Individuals can also call to register at 1-800-RED-CROSS.