American Red Cross
Disaster can strike at any time.
So can HOPE.
American Red Cross Responds to Wisconsin Floods July-26-2010

Flood, fire and wind created a whirlwind disaster response activity for multiple American Red Cross Chapters across the state.  Throughout Wisconsin, trained volunteers have traveled across the state to open shelters, distribute clean-up kits, conduct disaster assessments and support the emergency needs of those affected by the storms.  Red Cross volunteers have also supported emergency crews with water, Gatorade, snacks and shelter.

All disaster assistance is free.  For instance, clean-up kits are being distributed at Red Cross offices as well as by volunteers going door-to-door.  Each kit includes a variety of clean-up items such as squeegee, mop, bleach, gloves, and more.

Please consider making a donation to our National Disaster Relief Fund to help the people affected across the state of Wisconsin.  Three ways to donate include:
Visit www.redcross.org to donate online
Call 1-800-RED-CROSS
Text REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10.00 donation

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Workplace Training

The American Red Cross Badger Chapter has a Full Service Training program to help train your employees in vital lifesaving skills such as CPR, First Aid, Automated External Defibrillators (AED), Bloodborne Pathogens and more.  We will customize courses to meet your workplace needs and come to your location at a date and time that is convenient to you.  All of our courses meet OSHA requirements.

 CPR AED practice classroom

Full Service FAQ:

 

1) What is the minimum number of people required for workplace training?

There is an (8) student minimum charge per class of 12, and we maintain a (1) instructor for every (10-12) student ratio in our classes. 

 

2) How are the classes scheduled?
We are able to schedule daytime or evening classes Monday - Saturday at a time that is most convenient for you and your employees.  We are able to come to your location or offer the American Red Cross building as a training site.  We need approximately a two week notice before the date you would like class.

 

3) What is included in the training and how do I prepare my training facility?
Included in the training will be a certified American Red Cross instructor, manikins, first aid supplies, books and skills cards, American Red Cross certification card and additional equipment that will be discussed with you prior to the training date.  American Red Cross courses are video-driven and we will need TV/DVD or projection units with a training site to provide an adequate learning environment.  Click here for classroom set up guidelines.

 

4) What courses are offered, what are the costs, and how do I schedule?
For a list of all the courses offered and to discuss your training needs, please contact Sara Weier at 608-227-1260.

 

5) Are there any online courses offered?
Yes!  The Badger Chapter offers courses in CPR, AED and First Aid in a Blended Learning format. The first portion of the course, including the written exam, is online and can be taken from any computer with Internet access. The second part of the training, the skill practice and assessment, is conducted by a Red Cross instructor in a classroom setting.  Red Cross Blended Learning is flexible, self-paced and available online 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Students have the option of going through the lessons in a full or abbreviated format and can test out of lessons. Web-based training enables course-takers to access courses at their convenience and minimizes schedule conflicts with work-related responsibilities. 

 

6) What if I don't have enough people to meet the minimum?
We offer Community Courses daytime, evenings and weekends to accommodate most schedules.  For a listing of our classes open to the public, please click here.

 

7) Can I become an American Red Cross Instructor and teach courses to my employees?
Yes!  The American Red Cross offers training for those interested in becoming American Red Cross Instructors.  For more information on how to begin the process of becoming a Red Cross instructor, please click here.


 

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