As the leader in health and safety training for more than 90 years, the American Red Cross is today’s premier provider of first aid, CPR, water safety, swimming lessons, caregiving training, babysitter’s training and other health and safety education programs. Developed in conjunction with medical and aquatics experts, each program delivers the latest information and lifesaving techniques. The Red Cross constantly strives to respond to the preparedness concerns of Americans at home, in school and in the workplace.

Red Cross Workplace Safety Training can be conducted on-site or at the West Bend Chapter at a time convenient for your organization's needs or you can send select employees to attend “train-the-trainer” courses, preparing them to provide first aid, CPR and AED training to other staff members. Red Cross workplace safety training is the complete emergency preparedness solution that’s smart for your employees and your bottom line. In fact, studies cited by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) show a $4 to $6 return for every dollar invested in health and safety training, with improvements in the costs associated with absenteeism, Workers’ Compensation claims and productivity. With comprehensive, flexible programs, Red Cross training helps employees stay prepared for virtually any life-threatening situation and meets OSHA First Aid Guidelines.

Arrangements for businesses/organizations to be billed for an employee attending training at the West Bend Chapter can also be arranged.  Please contact Health and Safety Services for more information..

American Red Cross training such as CPR and first aid helps everyday people save lives. Through your participation in our health and safety programs, you enable the American Red Cross to provide lifesaving programs and services within our community. We truly value your support!

Trained. Empowered. Prepared.

Training and Certification Information

Course Schedule                                                                                                      

Course Descriptions                     

CPR Recertification                                         

Registration Information  

Course Cancellation/Transfers

Certification Requirements and Participant Safety

Successful completion of courses requires full participation in classroom and skill sessions, as well as successful performance in skill and knowledge evaluations.  Due to the nature of the skills in this program, you may be performing strenuous activity such as CPR on the floor.  If you have a medical condition or disability that may prevent you from taking part in a skill session, or if you have any questions about your ability to fully participate in a course, discuss them with your health-care provider and/or Health and Safety Services Coordinator, before you start the course.  Wear comfortable clothing to class as you may be working on the floor. Upon successful completion of the required skills and written examination you will receive an American Red Cross Universal Certificate.  CPR, AED and Preventing Disease Transmission certifications are valid for one year from the course completion date. First Aid certification is valid for three years from the course completion date.  Certifications in Babysitter's Training and Basic Aid Training (BAT) do not expire.

Course Schedule

The revised first aid and CPR/AED courses, based on the latest research in first aid and emergency cardiac care, are available for the workplace, schools and the community.  The following courses are being offered by the West Bend Chapter. Please register through the West Bend Chapter unless noted otherwise.  Be sure to note the location of the course you plan to attend! 

Courses can also be scheduled by request at work or community locations.  Please contact the Health and Safety Services Director to schedule on-site training or get additional information.

* Course fee includes take home quick-reference materials and a comprehensive workbook.  Additional materials such as portable breathing barriers, resuscitation masks (included in registration fee for participants in the full CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer course) or first aid kits can also be purchased from the Chapter. 

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Course Descriptions

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CPR Recertification 

Individuals who are currently certified in CPR are eligible to participate in CPR review/recertification courses to renew their certification for another year.  Review/recertification courses are not as long and cost less than the full length course. Skills cards and current certification card must be brought to the review/recertification course.

CPR Challenges are another option for becoming certified.  To successfully pass a CPR Challenge, the participant must pass the written test and perform all skill assessment correctly without coaching or assistance from an Authorized American Red Cross Instructor.  If you have questions, or would like to schedule a CPR Challenge, please contact the West Bend Chapter at (262) 334-5687.

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Registration Information

Pre-registration is required for all Red Cross courses.  To register for First Aid or CPR courses, send the completed the Course Registration Form and the course fee to the West Bend Chapter.  To register for Babysitter's Training, please use the Babysitter's Training Registration Form. Registration can also be done in person at the Chapter office.  The West Bend Chapter is located at 819 Schoenhaar Drive in West Bend.  Schoenhaar Drive is located one block east of Hwy. G/River Road on Hwy. 33.  The Chapter is located a few blocks north of Hwy. 33 on the east side of Schoenhaar Drive. A confirmation letter will be mailed for registrations received more than 3 days in advance of the course. 

Arrangements for businesses/organizations to register multiple employees for training can be arranged.  Please contact the West Bend Chapterfor more information.

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Course Cancellation/Transfers

The West Bend Chapter reserves the right to cancel any course due to low enrollment, inclement weather or instructor emergencies.  We will notify participants by phone as soon as possible if cancellation is necessary.  A full refund will be made if a participant cannot reschedule when courses are cancelled by the West Bend Chapter.

You may cancel and receive a refund (minus a $6.00 administrative fee) or transfer to another class (one time only) by contacting the West Bend Chapter at least 5 business days prior to the start of the class.  If the Chapter does not receive the request for cancellation or transfer at least 5 business days in advance, or a message left prior to the start of class due to an emergency, the class fee will be considered a donation.