We are pleased to be able to offer CPR and First Aid courses both through the American Red Cross and the American Heart Association at a reduced rate for Girl Scout volunteers. Both organizations have recently changed their course design and books. The courses offered now are almost identical in content. We will be using the new materials for both. The most noticeable difference is that the American Red Cross requires CPR recertification every year and First Aid recertification every three years. The American Heart Association requires CPR and First Aid recertification every two years. If you are currently certified through the American Red Cross and you want to change to the American Heart Association certification, you need to take the full course. We will be offering child and adult CPR per the standards set in Safety Wise by GSUSA.
When registering for a course, please check the description carefully to make certain that you are registering for the course you want.
Types of American Red Cross certified courses:
- CPR/FA complete
- CPR only
- First Aid only
- AED - Automated External Defibrillator only (see info on AED at the bottom of this page)
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NoneFee: $15
Min/Max: 5/15
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Last Modification Date: 20 September, 2008
What is an automated external defibrillator (AED)?
An AED is a device about the size of a laptop computer that analyzes the heart's rhythm for any abnormalities and, if necessary, directs the rescuer to deliver an electrical shock to the victim. This shock, called defibrillation, may help the heart to reestablish an effective rhythm of its own.
How does an AED work?
An AED is easy to operate. It uses voice prompts to instruct the rescuer. Once the machine is turned on, the rescuer will be prompted to apply two electrodes provided with the AED to the victim's chest. Once applied, the AED will begin to monitor the victim's heart rhythm. If a "shockable" rhythm is detected, the machine will charge itself and instruct the rescuer to stand clear of the victim and to press the shock button.
If an AED is so easy to use, why do I need training?
Training is necessary in order to understand the role of defibrillation in the broader context of the cardiac chain of survival. Training in CPR and AED skills will enable the rescuer to use all the steps in the cardiac chain of survival, thereby significantly increasing the victim's chance of survival.
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