AMERICAN RED CROSS CPR/FIRST AID

In Girl Scouting, the term “first-aider” applies to an adult who has taken a Girl Scout Council approved CPR and First Aid training course, and whose certification cards are current. “The CPR training must be adequate for the participants in the activity covered by the first-aider; for example, child CPR for children younger than eight and adult CPR for older girls and adults.” Safety Wise p. 36. All currently licensed RNs, EMTs and medical doctors qualify as “first-aiders.”

Morris Area Girl Scout Council approves of First Aid and CPR courses that are delivered by The American Red Cross (ARC,) The American Heart Association (AHA) and the National Safety Council (NSC). Please note that the time frames for expiration are different by course. All of the approved First Aid courses are valid for three years, however, the American Red Cross CPR certificate is valid for one year, while the AHA and NSC CPR cards are valid for two years.

As a service to adult volunteers, MAGSC offers American Red Cross training sessions. If the dates and times offered are not convenient, you may contact the American Red Cross directly at 973-538-2160 (the Morristown office) or at 973- 377-0455 (the Madison office) to sign up for a course.

American Red Cross CPR/First Aid (Full Course)

The CPR course includes Community Adult and Child CPR, which runs 4 hours. First Aid is a 4 hour course, however, it typically runs three hours. Again, in order to be a First Aider, you must be certified in CPR and First Aid.

• Cost through MAGSC: CPR and First Aid $40, CPR only $30 , First Aid only $25
• What to Bring: Please bring a blanket.
• What to Wear: Please dress comfortably, as you will be sitting on the floor at times. For CPR class, please do not wear lipstick or lip gloss.

Important changes have been made to the
American Red Cross CPR and First Aid classes.

PLEASE READ!

American Red Cross CPR/First Aid (Review Course)

The CPR/First Aid review will only be offered through September 30, 2006. Please click here for information on recent changes to the American Red Cross and First Aid class.

This session offers a review of the materials before a written test and skills check. If you have a current American Red Cross certification (card), you may take a review course.
Please send a copy or fax a copy of your card along with your registration.

• Cost: CPR Review $7, First Aid Review $7, CPR and First Aid Review $14
• What to Bring: It is helpful to bring a copy of your Community First Aid and Safety textbook.

American Red Cross CPR/First Aid (Challenge Course)

WILL RESUME IN SEPTEMBER 2007

This session offers participants a chance to demonstrate their skills without attending a review or having a current certification. Participants are solely responsible for exam preparation and will be expected to pass a skills check and a written test.

Challenge Courses after September 30, 2006 will be based on the new American Red Cross curriculum.

• The CPR/First Aid video is available for viewing by appointment only at the HUB Office. Please call MSA’s Volunteer Training Services at 973-927-7722 x 33 to arrange a date and time.
• Individuals who hold a current certification may take the challenge as often as they like, as long as their cards remain current.
• Individuals who do not hold a current American Red Cross certification may participate in the challenge one time only. If the non-certified holder does not pass the challenge, he or she must take the full course.
• Cost: CPR Challenge $7, First Aid Challenge $7, CPR and First Aid Challenge $14

Register Online for this MAGSC Training