Red Cross to host CPR/AED class in Sikeston | Events

SIKESTON, MO (KFVS) - The American Red Cross of the Southern Missouri Region is offering an Adult/Pediatric First Aid CPR/AED class at the Sikeston YMCA Wednesday, October 24 and Thursday, October 25.

The class will be from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. and both sessions are required for certification. The Red Cross says this is a two-year certification and course options include:

• First Aid - Learn how to respond to common first aid emergencies, including burns; cuts; head, neck and back injuries and more. Pediatric option available.
• CPR/AED - Learn how to respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies in adults, including the use of automated external defibrillators (AED). Adult and pediatric options available.

The YMCA is located at 511 Taylor Street in Sikeston.

For more information or to sign up, you can call 573-335-9471 ex. 306 or e-mail Beth at beth.seabaugh@redcross.org.

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