Community Course Schedule

Summer/Fall 2008

Rock River Chapter

serving Boone, Ogle, and Winnebago Counties
REGISTRATION
PRE-REGISTRATION AND PRE-PAYMENT required for classes by 12pm on day of course.
Walk-Ins at class start time will not be accepted.

Payment upon registration is required in the form of cash, check, or charge. To register by phone, please
have credit card ready and call 815-963-8471. You can use a credit card and register for classes on our
website (address below) or you can print off the registration form on our website and either fax, mail, or
stop in the office during regular business hours with payment.

Contact us at: American Red Cross - Rock River Chapter

727 N Church St Rockford, IL 61103
Phone: 815-963-8471
Fax: 815-963-0407 (please call to verify receipt)
Website: www.rockriver.redcross.org
Office Hours: 8:30am-5pm (Monday - Friday)
Cancellation/ Please choose your course carefully. If you are unable to attend the course, a full refund will be
Refund Policy: issued for cancellations made at least 3 business days prior to the start of class, less a $15
administrative fee for any of our basic certification courses, $30 fee for any Instructor Level or
Aquatic classes. Cancellations received less than 3 business days prior to the start of class
will be refunded at 50% of the registration fee. Students who do not attend class and have not
cancelled registration, prior to the class (during business hours), are not eligible for a refund.
Likewise, failure of a course will not result in a refund.
If you are unable to attend the course you are registered for, you must call the chapter at least
3 business days in advance of the start day. You will then have an opportunity to transfer
into a different class at no charge. You can transfer ONE TIME with no fee. If you transfer
less than 3 business days in advance of class OR more than once, each transfer will result in
a charge of $5.00.
Students in Instructor or Aquatics Classes who do not pass the pre-course tests may
audit the remainder of the course but can not attain certification. Only those who DO
NOT choose to audit at that point can register for the same class (within the following
6 months) and apply 75% of registration fee from original class.
The American Red Cross - Rock River Chapter reserves the right to cancel classes due to
insufficient enrollment or inclement weather. In the unlikely event that your class is
cancelled, we will make every attempt to contact you prior to class and transfer you to the
next available course or issue a full refund.

Replacement
Card Policy: A $10 administrative fee is required per request.
Rock River Training Sites
Rockford Office
727 North Church St
Rockford, IL 61103

Belvidere Office
530 S State Street
Belvidere, IL 61108
First Aid/CPR/AED Courses
The courses available through the First Aid/CPR/AED Program include: Adult CPR, Child CPR, Infant CPR, First Aid, and
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Training. The Rock River Chapter has worked to offer components in varying
combinations. These courses are considered appropriate for Lay Rescuers (persons not required to give care as part
of a job). Please take a look at the following combinations and choose a class that fits your interests.

Adult CPR Certification Earned: Adult CPR (valid 1 yr) $42

This course gives individuals the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and to provide care for breathing and cardiac
emergencies in adult victims until advanced medical personnel arrive.
Date Day Start End Location
July 1 Tuesday 6:00pm 10:00pm Belvidere
August 18 Monday 6:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
September 15 Monday 6:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
October 10 Friday 6:00pm 10:00pm Belvidere
November 4 Tuesday 6:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
December 3 Wednesday 5:00pm 9:00pm Rockford

Adult CPR Review Certification Earned: Adult CPR (valid 1 yr) $34
Same as full course description; however, participants must come to class certified in Adult CPR.
Date Day Start End Location
July 1 Tuesday 6:00pm 9:00pm Belvidere
August 18 Monday 6:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
September 15 Monday 6:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
October 10 Friday 6:00pm 9:00pm Belvidere
November 4 Tuesday 6:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
December 3 Wednesday 5:00pm 8:00pm Rockford

Adult CPR/AED Certification Earned: Adult CPR/AED (valid 1 yr) $47

This course gives individuals the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for breathing emergencies, perform cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR) and learn how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) for victims of sudden cardiac arrest.
Date Day Start End Location
July 12 Saturday 9:00am 2:00pm Rockford
July 23 Wednesday 5:00pm 10:00pm Belvidere
August 5 Tuesday 5:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
September 9 Tuesday 5:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
September 18 Thursday 9:00am 2:00pm Belvidere
October 9 Thursday 5:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
October 17 Friday 5:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
November 19 Wednesday 10:00am 3:00pm Belvidere
December 11 Thursday 5:00pm 10:00pm Rockford

Adult CPR/AED Review Certification Earned: Adult CPR/AED (valid 1 year) $39
Same as full course description; however, participants must come to class certified in Adult CPR/AED.
Date Day Start End Location
July 12 Saturday 9:00am 1:00pm Rockford
July 23 Wednesday 5:00pm 9:00pm Belvidere
August 5 Tuesday 5:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
September 9 Tuesday 5:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
September 18 Thursday 5:00pm 9:00pm Belvidere
October 9 Thursday 5:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
October 17 Friday 5:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
November 19 Wednesday 10:00am 2:00pm Belvidere
December 11 Thursday 5:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
First Aid Certification Earned: First Aid (valid 3 yrs) $42
This course gives individuals the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide basic first aid care for injuries and sudden
illnesses until advanced medical personnel arrive. Skills covered include controlling bleeding, caring for muscle, bone, and joint
injuries, treating burns, and responding to shock.
Date Day Start End Location
July 9 Wednesday 1:00pm 5:00pm Belvidere
July 21 Monday 6:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
August 8 Friday 6:00pm 10:00pm Belvidere
August 28 Thursday 11:00am 3:00pm Rockford
September 4 Thursday 6:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
September 17 Wednesday 6:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
October 1 Wednesday 6:00pm 10:00pm Belvidere
October 16 Thursday 6:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
November 5 Wednesday 9:00am 1:00pm Rockford
December 1 Monday 6:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
December 9 Tuesday 6:00pm 10:00pm Belvidere

First Aid Review Certification Earned: First Aid (valid 3 yrs) $34
Same as full course description; however, participants must come to class certified in First Aid.
Date Day Start End Location
July 9 Wednesday 1:00pm 4:00pm Belvidere
July 21 Monday 6:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
August 8 Friday 6:00pm 9:00pm Belvidere
August 28 Thursday 11:00am 2:00pm Rockford
September 4 Thursday 6:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
September 17 Wednesday 6:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
October 1 Wednesday 6:00pm 9:00pm Belvidere
October 16 Thursday 6:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
November 5 Wednesday 9:00am 12:00pm Rockford
December 1 Monday 6:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
December 9 Tuesday 6:00pm 9:00pm Belvidere

First Aid and Adult CPR/AED Certification: First Aid (3 yrs); Adult CPR/AED (1 yr) $52
This course give individuals knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide care for breathing emergencies, perform
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) for victims of sudden cardiac arrest. In
addition, this course trains individuals to become familiar in how to recognize and care for victims of injuries and sudden illness.
Date Day Start End Location
August 2 Saturday 9:00am 4:30pm (30 min lunch) Rockford
September 5 and 12 Friday 12:00pm 4:00pm Rockford
September 20 Saturday 9:00am 4:30pm (30 min lunch) Belvidere
October 11 Saturday 9:00am 4:30pm (30 min lunch) Rockford
November 11 and 18 Tuesday 6:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
December 6 Saturday 9:00am 4:30pm (30 min lunch) Belvidere

Infant and Child CPR Certification Earned: Infant and Child CPR (valid 1 yr) $47
This course gives individuals the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide basic care for breathing and cardiac
emergencies in children and infants until advanced medical personnel come and take over.
Date Day Start End Location
July 15 Tuesday 5:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
August 7 Thursday 5:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
September 12 Friday 5:00pm 10:00pm Belvidere
October 15 Wednesday 5:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
November 4 Tuesday 5:00pm 10:00pm Belvidere
December 17 Wednesday 5:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
Infant and Child CPR Review Certification Earned: Infant and Child CPR (valid 1 yr) $39
Same as full course description; however, participants must come to class certified in Infant and Child CPR.
Date Day Start End Location
July 15 Tuesday 5:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
August 7 Thursday 5:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
September 12 Friday 5:00pm 9:00pm Belvidere
October 15 Wednesday 5:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
November 4 Tuesday 5:00pm 9:00pm Belvidere
December 17 Wednesday 5:00pm 9:00pm Rockford

First Aid and Infant/Child CPR Certification: First Aid (3 yrs); Infant/Child CPR (1yr) $52
This course gives individuals the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide basic care for breathing and cardiac
emergencies in children and infants until advanced medical personnel arrive. The course also covers first aid techniques, such as
recognition and care for victims of injuries and sudden illness.
Date Day Start End Location
July 24 and 31 Thursday 6:00pm 10:00pm (both nights) Rockford
August 13 Wednesday 8:00am 4:00pm (30 min lunch) Belvidere
September 27 Saturday 8:00am 4:00pm (30 min lunch) Rockford
October 25 Saturday 8:00am 4:00pm (30 min lunch) Rockford
November 8 Saturday 8:00am 4:00pm (30 min lunch) Belvidere

Adult/Child/Infant CPR Certification: Adult, Child, and Infant CPR (valid 1 yr) $52
This course teaches rescue breathing, procedures for choking and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for adult, children and
infants. Knowledge and skills are also taught for recognizing signs and symptoms of a heart attack and tips to reduce the risk of
injury for children and infants.
Date Day Start End Location
July 30 Wednesday 5:00pm 10:00pm Belvidere
August 26 Tuesday 5:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
September 6 Saturday 9:00am 2:00pm Belvidere
October 2 Thursday 9:00am 2:00pm Rockford
December 4 Thursday 5:00pm 10:00pm Rockford

Adult/Child/Infant CPR Review Certification: Adult, Child, and Infant CPR (1 yr) $44
Same as full course description; however, participants must come to class certified in Adult/Child/Infant CPR.
Date Day Start End Location
July 30 Wednesday 5:00pm 9:00pm Belvidere
August 26 Tuesday 5:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
September 6 Saturday 9:00am 1:00pm Belvidere
October 2 Thursday 9:00am 1:00pm Rockford
December 4 Thursday 5:00pm 9:00pm Rockford
CHALLENGE COURSES Certification Varies $25
Challenge dates and times are available for individuals who currently hold certification as well as for those individuals that do not
hold certification. These courses are made up of ONLY skills and written testing with NO allowance for review or practice with an
instructor. The instructor will not provide teaching, corrective feedback or practice time. There are NO pre-requisites for this sort of
format. This is designed for people who take the course, know the materials and skills and want to CHALLENGE out in a time and
cost efficient manner. You can choose what you would like to challenge out in from one component to all of them including: First
Aid, CPR - Adult, CPR - Child, CPR - Infant, AED - Adult, AED - Child. Course will be scheduled for 4 hours but time will vary on
number of participants in attendance. Price is the same whether you are challenging out for one component or all of them; it is to
your benefit to challenge out on all of them.
Date Day Start End Location
August 11 Monday 6:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
October 20 Monday 1:00pm 4:00pm Rockford
November 20 Thursday 6:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
Professional Level
The courses available through the Professional Level include: Bloodborne Pathogens Training,
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Administering Emergency Oxygen, and Emergency Response.
These courses are considered appropriate for professional rescuers (persons required to give care as
part of their job). Please take a look at the offerings and choose a course that fits your needs.

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Certification valid 1 year $60

This course teaches professional rescuers (those with a duty to respond and provide care) the skills needed to respond
appropriately to breathing and cardiac emergencies, including the use of an automated external defibrillator for victims of
sudden cardiac arrest. The course also includes two-person CPR and the use of breathing devices.
Date Day Start End Location
July 26 Saturday 8:00am 5:00pm (1 hour lunch) Belvidere
August 8 Friday 8:00am 5:00pm (1 hour lunch) Rockford
September 23 and 30 Tuesday 6:00pm 10:00pm (both nights) Rockford
October 22 and 29 Wednesday 6:00pm 10:00pm (both nights) Belvidere
November 1 Saturday 8:00am 5:00pm (1 hour lunch) Rockford
December20 Saturday 8:00am 5:00pm (1 hour lunch) Rockford

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer REVIEW Certification valid 1 yr $45

Same as full course description; however, participants must come to class certified in CPR/AED PRO.
Date Day Start End Location
July 26 Saturday 9:00am 3:30pm (30 min lunch) Rockford
August 8 Friday 9:00am 3:30pm (30 min lunch) Rockford
November 8 Saturday 9:00am 3:30pm (30 min lunch) Rockford

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer CHALLENGE Certification valid 1 yr $30

Challenge dates and tmes are available for individuals who hold certification and those who do not. These courses are made
up of ONLY skills and written testing with NO allowance for review or practice with an instructor. The instructor will not provide
teaching, corrective feedback or practice time. There are NO pre-requisites and these are designed for people who know the
material and want the least expensive and quickest way to maintain certification.
Date Day Start End Location
July 21 Monday 1:00pm 5:00pm Rockford
September 26 Friday 9:00am 1:00pm Rockford
November 18 Tuesday 6:00pm 10:00pm Belvidere

Bloodborne Pathogens Training Certification: Bloodborne Pathogens (valid 1 yr) $30

This course trains and provides individuals with an understanding of the intent of the bloodborne pathogens
regulation issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA); how bloodborne pathogens
are spread; how to help prevent exposure incidents by following work practice controls, using engineering
controls and personal protective equipment, practicing good personal hygiene and properly cleaning and
disinfecting equipment and supplies; and to recognize, report and follow up on employee exposures to
infectious materials.
Date Day Start End Location
August 27 Wednesday 6:00pm 8:00pm Belvidere
October 7 Tuesday 6:00pm 8:00pm Rockford
December 17 Wednesday 6:00pm 8:00pm Rockford

Other courses at the Professional Level are available and will be scheduled as needed. These classes include:
Administering Emergency Oxygen and Emergency Response. If interested in these classes, please contact the
chapter at 815-963-8471.
Youth Courses
Two of the courses available to the youth in our community: Basic Aid Training (for ages 8-10) and
Babysitter's Training (for ages 11+). These classes fill up quick so make sure to register now!

Basic Aid Training Certification: BAT Certificate - Has Attended (no exp) $30
Basic Aid Training (BAT) introduces 8 - 10 year-olds to the emergency action steps: Check-Call-Care, as well as to
basic first aid procedures. An activity book with puzzles and games teaches children how to prevent injuries and
what to do in an emergency. Make sure to send your child with a sack lunch.
Date Day Start End Location
August 15 Friday 9:00am 3:00pm (30 min snack) Belvidere
November Saturday 9:00am 3:00pm (30 min snack) Rockford

Babysitter's Training Certification: Babysitter's Training - Has Attended (no exp) $50
Babysitter's Training is designed for youth, ages 11 to 15, to provide individuals with the information and skills
necessary to responsibly care for children in the absence of a parent or adult guardian. The training will help
participants develop skills in leadership and professionalism, basic care, safety and safe play, and first aid. Bring
a sack lunch.
Date Day Start End Location
July 19 Saturday 9:00am 4:00pm (30 min lunch) Belvidere
August 22 Friday 9:00am 4:00pm (30 min lunch) Rockford
September 13 Saturday 9:00am 4:00pm (30 min lunch) Belvidere
October 18 Saturday 9:00am 4:00pm (30 min lunch) Rockford
November 22 Saturday 9:00am 4:00pm (30 min lunch) Rockford
December 13 Saturday 9:00am 4:00pm (30 min lunch) Belvidere

Specialty Courses

Dog and Cat First Aid Certification: Dog First Aid - Has attended $30
This course teaches individuals basic first aid techniques for dogs and cats due to common illness, injury or life-threatening
Date Day Start End Location
August 21 Thursday 5:00pm 10:00pm Rockford
October 4 Saturday 9:00am 2:00pm Belvidere
November 12 Wednesday 5:00pm 10:00pm Rockford

Wilderness
This First Aid
course gives individuals Certification:
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yrs) care is delayed for long periods of
time, or when self-evacuation is necessary.

None scheduled at this time. Please contact the chapter for details and/or to set up a course.
Instructor Courses
Please contact chapter for times and dates of all Instructor Courses. Other Instructor Authorizations
along with various basic courses and different combinations are available.

Lay Responder First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Course $140

Individuals will "Challenge" out of Basic Certification skills, including: First Aid/CPR/AED. The course
then trains individuals in Fundamentals of Instructor Training (FIT). Upon successful completion,
individuals will be certified to teach courses from our Lay Responder First Aid/CPR/AED Program.