For nearly a century, the American Red Cross has prepared people to save lives through health and safety education and training. From first aid, CPR and bloodborne pathogens training to swimming and lifeguarding, HIV/AIDS education and babysitter's training, American Red Cross Preparedness programs help people lead safer and healthier lives.

The Red Cross constantly strives to respond to the preparedness concerns of Americans at home, in school and in the workplace. Today's innovative programs also include teaching lay persons and professionals how to use automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to save victims of sudden cardiac arrest.

Will you be able to do everything possible for an injured child, friend, colleague, neighbor or family member?

Learn exactly what to do from the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago, the premier provider of health and safety courses. Each year our Red Cross instructors certify an average of 300,000 people in:

By acquiring knowledge and confidence, you will be qualified to respond to emergencies appropriately and effectively. 

To locate a class in your area please click here, or call 1-800-33 SAFETY (1-800-337-2338).

You can help the Red Cross save lives. Become a health and safety instructor, authorized provider or take a course from your local chapter today!