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Build Your Own Training Team--Become an American Red Cross Authorized Provider

American Red Cross is the recognized premier provider of first aid and CPR, aquatics, water safety, HIV/AIDS prevention education, mission-related caregiving and other health and safety education programs. In 1999, nearly 12 million people were enrolled in health and safety courses learning how to keep themselves and their families safer. Programs are developed in collaboration with experts from the fields of medicine and aquatics and reflect up-to-date information and techniques. All courses are designed to teach the exact skills people need to know in an emergency. The American Red Cross has provided health and safety services to people for more than 90 years as part of the organizationís mission of emergency prevention and preparedness.

American Red Cross instructor and participant training programs meet the highest quality raining standards and provide the most current information. A detailed instructional process helps instructors expand their teaching skills and technical expertise.

Adult CPR
Aquatics
Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
Babysitter's Training
First Aid
HIV/AIDS Education
Infant and Child CPR
Sport Safety Training

Authorized Provider Defined
An Authorized Provider is an individual or organization that has a Red Cross-trained instructor who can provide American Red Cross health and safety programs in-house. By becoming an Authorized Provider, you can build your own training team to teach health and safety courses to employees of your business or members of your organization. The programs listed above are ust some of what's available to you as an American Red Cross Authorized Provider. Contact your local Red Cross chapter @ (740) 452-2731 for information about these and other programs.

Becoming an Authorized Provider gives your organization more flexibility.
Build the health and safety program that's right for you. Many of our courses have a modular ormat, enabling you to customize the program to the needs of your organization. New, streamlined Workplace Training Programs mean shorter instruction time, making it even easier o fit training into busy schedules.

By becoming an Authorized Provider, your organization can conduct classes when and wherever you choose. Plus, you have in-house experts available when you need them and direct technical support from American Red Cross chapters.

Your organization will benefit in many ways. By becoming an Authorized Provider, you can:

1.) Offer training as a benefit for your employees or members

2.) Address regulatory issues specific to your business or industry

3.) Train large groups cost effectively

4.) Build in-house experts who are familiar with site-specific emergency procedures and equipment that is unique to your business or industry

5.) Meet training needs on a regular basis and at your convenience


Red Cross Authorized Providers include many types of organizations.

Businesses
Child care centers
Clubs and community groups
Colleges and universities
Federal, state, and local government agencies
Fire and rescue services
Recreational facilities, including pools
Religious organizations
Schools and other organizations working with young people

Becoming an Authorized Provider involves entering into an Authorized Provider Agreement with the American Red Cross.

For more information call (740) 452-2731