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Stay Safe! Course

In-person delivery

Ages 9* to 13
Co-ed

*Attendees must have completed Grade 3

This course, offered in partnership with Durham First Aid, offers basic first aid and safety skills for youth ages 9 to 13 years old. Participants learn about being safe when they are without the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or trusted adult, both at home and in their communities. Participants receive a workbook which they will use throughout the duration of the course and keep at the conclusion of the course.

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Certification in class, and a digital Red Cross certification will be emailed to their caregiver/parent/guardian.

Features:
  • Knowledge and hands-on skills practice
  • Take home materials: Stay Safe! Workbook and Completion certificate
  • Interactive, in the classroom learning experience
  • Professional instructor: Red Cross Youth Leader

*Due to the nature of the course activities, opting in to the  during registration is mandatory. Questions specifically about the can be directed to info@durhamfirstaid.com for response by a Durham First Aid representative.

Time

Activity
8:15 a.m. Drop-off. University staff will greet participants and their parents/guardians at a designated area in Shawenjigewining Hall.
8:30 a.m. to 12 noon Course instruction
Lunch break

Lunch break offered in the designated classroom area

*Lunch is not provided
12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Course instruction
2:30 p.m. Pick-up. University staff will greet parents/guardians at a designated area in Shawenjigewining Hall for pick-up.
*Schedule may change without notice. Breaks and lunch times vary and are determined at the discretion of the instructor. Before/after care is not available.
  • The importance of responsibility and respect while being accountable for yourself
  • The importance of setting and following safety rules when on your own
  • How to stay safe at home and within the community
  • How to prepare for, recognize and respond to unexpected situations (e.g., inclement weather, strangers, and unanticipated visits)
  • Basic first aid skills
  1. Attendance: Learners must attend and participate in 100% of the course – this includes active, directed contributions at all scheduled sessions.
  2. Personal Care Skills: Learners must be able to comprehend and demonstrate the critical personal care skills.
  3. First Aid Skills: Learners must be able to comprehend and demonstrate the critical first aid skills.

  4. Behavior: Learners must be able to exhibit the behaviors expected of a learner in this course.

Red Cross Youth Leader

Availability

Date: Wednesday, July 2 (1-day)
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. EST (6-hours)
Cost: $100 (Individual)
Drop-off: 8:15 a.m. | Pick-up: 2:30 p.m.


*Individual participant pricing only. One individual per registration.

**Schedule subject to change without notice.
Waiver requirements must be fulfilled prior to the start of the course. 

See policies page for more information.