For
classes in Colorado Springs: REGISTER
ONLINE BY SEARCHING FOR CLASSES ABOVE.
Or, if you prefer, you may call us at (719) 632-3563 or
visit us at 1040 S. 8th Street, Colorado Springs, Monday-Friday,
8:30 am-4:30 pm.
For
classes in Pueblo:
At this time, we cannot accept online enrollments for Pueblo.
Please call us at (719) 561-2614 or visit us at 4104 Outlook
Blvd #135D, Monday-Thursday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm. See the Pueblo
Class Schedule for more information.
Pre-registration
and pre-payment are required for all classes. Payment
is required at time of registration.
All classes
are non-refundable.
Payment is
accepted by cash, check or credit card.
Class prices
are subject to change.
Most First
Aid/CPR classes include a participant workbook and laminated
skills cards.
CPR classes
require a 7th grade reading level and participants should
weigh 90 lbs. or for effective CPR compressions.
See Maps
and Directions for class location addresses and
maps.
A
note about our class times: Classes
are scheduled as such to ensure adequate time for all students
to learn the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the
class and feel confident in their ability to respond to
life-threatening emergencies. Class times are an estimation
of how long it will take a class of 12-15 students to successfully
complete our courses. Occasionally classes may end 1-3 hours
earlier than expected depending on the course, the number
of students enrolled, the number of questions students have,
and how quickly the students in that particular class learn
and move through the components of the course. Please understand
that because of these variables each class may be different
in terms of time it takes to complete. Because we cannot
predict these circumstances, class times have been set to
allow adequate time for all students to successfully complete
our courses and an early release from a course does not
mean that the instructor has not taught the full course
as it is designed.
Why
Do I Need to Know CPR?
Because you may one day have to save the life of someone
you love. Sudden cardiac arrest claims 220,000 American
lives every year. It can happen anytime, anywhere, to anyone.
For every minute that cardiac arrest goes untreated, the
chance of survival decreases by 10%. The best chance of
survival is to receive life-saving CPR and defibrillation
(an electric shock that can restore an effective heart rhythm)
within the first four minutes of collapse. Whether you have
to save the life of someone you love or the life of a stranger,
we want you to be prepared. See the drop-down menu above
for the schedule of first aid and CPR classes that we offer
to the public. There is no age minimum required to attend
a class, however, a weight of 90 lbs. or more and at least
a 7th grade level is required. Whether you need to fulfill
a specific work requirement or you are interested in learning
skills for your personal interest, the Red Cross has a safety
class for you.
Choosing
the Right Class for You
American Red Cross Training programs are designed to give
you the confidence to respond in an emergency situation
with skills that can save a life. The American Red Cross
Pikes Peak Chapter offers training opportunities for all
ages. Whether your work with children, want training for
a new or existing job, are a professional rescuer or simply
want to know how to help someone in an emergency, we can
help you build the skills you need. Use the chart below
as your guide in determining which class best fits your
needs.
Class
Description
Length
of Class
Requirements
to Attend
Certification(s)
You Will Receive
Adult
CPR/AED
Teaches
adult rescue breathing, choking procedures for
adults and safely using an AED.
4
hrs.
Weight
of at least 90 lbs. and a 7th grade reading level
Adult
CPR/AED valid for 1 year
First
Aid and Adult CPR/AED
Teaches
Adult CPR/AED above as well as basic first aid
for injuries and sudden illnesses.
8
hrs.
Weight
of at least 90 lbs. and a 7th grade reading level
First
Aid valid for 3 years
Adult
CPR/AED valid for 1 year
Adult,
Infant & Child CPR/AED
Teaches
Adult CPR/AED above as well as CPR techniques
for infants (under 1 year of age) and children
(ages 1-12).
9
hrs.
Weight
of at least 90 lbs. and a 7th grade reading level
Adult
CPR/AED valid for 1 year
Infant/Child
CPR valid for 1 year
Adult,
Infant, Child CPR/AED and First Aid
Includes
all three components above into one class.
9
1/2 hrs.
Weight
of at least 90 lbs. and a 7th grade reading level
Adult
CPR/AED valid for 1 year
Infant/Child
CPR valid for 1 year
First
Aid valid for 3 years
CPR
for the Professional Rescuer
Advanced
adult, infant and child CPR/AED for health care
providers, EMTs, paramedics, lifeguards, and emergency
personnel.
8
hrs.
Weight
of at least 90 lbs. and a 7th grade reading level
CPR/AED
for the Professional Rescuer valid for 2 years
Available
for youth ages 11-15. Modules include child development,
infant care, accident prevention, first aid, rescue
breathing, choking victims, etc. This course does
not include CPR certification.
6
1/2 hrs.
Age
of 11 - 15
Babysitter's
Training with no expiration date
Challenge
Course - First Aid and Adult, Infant & Child
CPR/AED
For
individuals who want to renew a first aid and/or
CPR certification. You must successfully demonstrate
all the skills required for the course and pass
the written exam. If failed, a full course must
be taken to obtain certification.
1-3
1/2 hrs.
Weight
of at least 90 lbs. and a 7th grade reading level
Depending
on which components you are Challenging:
Adult
CPR/AEd valid for 1 year
Infant/Child
CPR valid for 1 year
First
Aid valid for 3 years
Challenge
Course - CPR for the Professional Rescuer
Same
as above
2 1/2 hrs.
Weight
of at least 90 lbs. and a 7th grade reading level
CPR/AED
for the Professional Rescuer valid for 2 years
(except for lifeguards - valid for 1 year)
New
Instructor Training
For
instructor candidates who want to teach First
Aid and Adult, Infant & Child CPR/AED.
16
hrs.
Weight
of at least 90 lbs. and a 7th grade reading level;
knowledge or certification in Lay Responder First
Aid and CPR
Adult
CPR/AED valid for 1 year
Infant/Child
CPR valid for 1 year
First
Aid valid for 3 years
Fundamentals
of Instructor Training valid as long as Instructor
Authorization is maintained
Instructor
Authorization renewed every 2 years as long as
you teach one class in that 2 year period
Created
for conscientious pet owners, the Dog First Aid
and Cat First Aid guides are full-color reference
guides that build first aid skills and provide
guidance for emergency situations until veterinary
care is available. Each guide is packaged with
a DVD that demonstrates how to perform many of
the first aid steps described in the book.
3
1/2 hrs.
7th
grade reading level. This is a humans only class,
please leave your pet at home.
This
course meets OSHA's revised Bloodborne Pathogens
Standards (including OSHA's Needlestick Standard)
and Colorado state child care licensing requirements.
This course will teach you vital information about
managing a potential exposure to an infectious
disease including how bloodborne pathogens are
spread; how to prevent exposures; and what to
do if exposed to infectious materials.
1-2
hours
7th
grade reading level
Bloodborne
Pathogens: Preventing Disease Transmission valid
for
1 year
Emergency
Response
This
program trains individuals with the knowledge
and skills necessary to work as a first responder.
This comprehensive, advanced course for professionals
includes CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer,
Bloodborne Pathogens and Oxygen Administration.
56
hours
(7 8-hour days)
Weight
of at least 90 lbs. and a 7th grade reading level
Emergency
Response valid for 3 years
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer valid for
1 year
Bloodborne Pathogens valid for 1 year
Oxygen Administration valid for 1 year
Apply
for CEUs Online
The American Red Cross has been approved as an Authorized
Provider by the International Association for Continuing
Education and Training (IACET). IACET's Criteria
for Quality Continuing Education and Training Programs are
the standards by which hundreds of organizations measure their
educational offerings. As an IACET Authorized Provider, the
American Red Cross offers CEUs for its programs that qualify
under IACET guidelines.
For
a list of the approved Red Cross courses which qualify for
CEUs and the number of CEUs awarded for each course, click
here - CEU
Approved Courses.
To obtain
CEUs:
1. Visit www.RedCrossstore.org
2. Provide the following information: Course Name; Course
Date; Location of course including address, city and zip code;
American Red Cross Chapter Name; and Instructor Name
3. Select the CEU for the course and pay the fee
4. Upon verification of course completion, the CEU certification
will be emailed to you within four weeks; hard copy on request
CEUs are offered
as an add-on to training courses completed through the American
Red Cross. Visit www.iacet.org
to review a list of companies, regulatory boards and organizations
that have reported to accept the IACET CEU. Individuals are
strongly encouraged to check with their specific regulatory
boards, employers or other agencies to confirm that courses
taken from IACET Authorized Providers and courses taken for
IACET CEUs will be accepted by that entity.
If
you need help placing your order or are having any trouble
with the order website, you may call our Customer Service
Department at (866) 632-7751, Monday - Friday 9am - 9pm or
email customerservice@redcrossstore.org.
