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Training Course Registration
The Greater Rochester Chapter of the American Red Cross offers a wide range of Safety classes at locations throughout Monroe and Western Ontario counties.

Training locations:
Rochester - Rochester Red Cross, 50 Prince St.
Penfield - Penfield Community Center, 1985 Baird Rd.
Fairport - Perinton Volunteer Ambulance, 1400 Turk Hill Rd.
Pittsford - Pittsford Volunteer Ambulance, 40 Toby Rd.
Spencerport - Spencerport High School Library,
                       2707 Spencerport Rd.
Webster - Webster Schroeder High School Library, 875 Ridge Rd.
Canandaigua - West Ontario Red Cross Office, 
                        5297 Parkside Dr., #301
*Please note that the Canandaigua Office is located at the end of the first set of buildings to your right when you turn onto Parkside, not at the end of the street.

Register here for these courses!
A Credit Card is REQUIRED for all online registrations.

Click on a class name below to find a complete description of the class, and the dates, times and locations it is offered. Sign-up now!

Documents for Blended Learning:

Minimum Computer Requirements

Pop-up Blocker Disabling Instructions

Training Courses

Adult CPR/AED Training
This course focuses on the adult victim and provides single-rescuer CPR training. The participant will learn skills such as how to respond to choking, perform rescue breathing, and recognize and prevent heart attacks and strokes as well as how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
ASL Course Offerings
The classes listed below are taught using American Sign Language: First Aid with Adult CPR/AED, Adult CPR/AED, and First Aid with Adult & Child CPR/AED plus Infant CPR. Please review course content in the listing below prior to selecting “ASL Course Offerings” for the specific class times and dates. All classes will be held at the Rochester Red Cross Chapter at 50 Prince Street in Rochester unless otherwise noted.
Adult & Child CPR/AED plus Infant CPR
This course combines CPR training and emergency action principles, as well as response to choking emergencies for adults, children and infants. Participants will also learn to recognize heart attack symptoms and prevention of heart disease.
Adult & Child CPR/AED plus Infant CPR Review
This course combines CPR training and emergency action principles, as well as response to choking emergencies for adults, children, and infants. Participants will also learn to recognize heart attack symptoms and prevention of heart disease. NO textbook is provided. The instructor will lead practice before testing.
Babysitter's Training
This course teaches roles and responsibilities of the babysitter, including skills in accident prevention and emergency recognition. Appropriate for ages 11 and up. Students are advised to bring a bag lunch.
Blended Learning: Standard First Aid with Adult CPR/AED
This course is a combination of web-based learning and an instructor-led skills session. It is designed to be flexible and self-paced. The first portion is completed online. This allows students to learn, review and be assessed on the information before proceeding to the skills application. The second portion is the instructor-led skills session done in a classroom. These skill sessions are what are listed on line. Give yourself at least two weeks to complete the online session before your instructor session. Please Review the Minimum Computer Requirements before you register for any blended learning class. Also review how to disable the Pop-up blockers. Pop-up blockers need to be disabled during the online class session. Please see the training course listing page for these documents. Once you register you will receive an e-mail giving you directions to the site, along with your user ID and password allowing you access to the program content.
Child & Infant CPR
This is a perfect course for parents, grandparents, babysitters, and childern's caregivers. Learn how to reduce the risk of injury or death by properly identifying breathing and cardiac emergencies. Training includes recognizing the signals of breathing, heart, and choking emergencies in infants (0-12 months) and young children (1-12 years), as well as how to perform rescue breathing and CPR.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
This course is designed for the rescuer who has a duty to respond. Includes recognizing and caring for breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, infancts and children: two-rescuer CPR; use of resuscitation mask, bag valve mask and Automated External Defibrillator. A resuscitation (pocket) mask is required and can be purchased at the time of the class for $15.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Review
Prerequisite: Students must have current certification. This course provides a review of knowledge and skills for those needing recertification. This course requires students to have current certification and provide their own textbook. The instructor will lead practice before testing. A resuscitation (pocket) mask is required and can be purchased at the time of the class for $15.
First Aid
This course teaches the skills of First Aid and Accident Prevention. Learn how to recognize and respond to injury or sudden illness., control bleeding, care for muscle, bone, and joint injuries as well as treatment for burns. There is no CPR training in this course.
First Aid and CPR Challenge
This course is designed for individuals already skilled and knowledgeable with First Aid and/or CPR. During this session participants will need to be prepared to take a written test and perform the appropriate skills for the course being challenged. There is no instruction! No practice or review are offered. Student textbooks are NOT included. Please indicate which course you are challenging upon pre-registration.
First Aid: Responding to Emergencies
This First Aid instruction course is especially helpful for coaches/trainers and those who spend a lot of time outdoors. Participants are taught an action plan that applies to any emergency. Course fulfills New York State Department of Education requirements for coaching and the New York State Department of Health requirements for Camp Health Officers. The course includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification. A resuscitation (pocket) mask is required and can be purchase at the time of the class for $15.
First Aid:Responding to Emergencies Review
Prerequisite: Students must have current certification. This course provides a review of knowledge and skills for those needing First Aid, especially for coaches/trainers and those who spend a lot of time outdooors. This course includes CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification. (NOTE: CPR Review is not covered at the West Ontario County location). A resuscitation (pocket) mask is required and can be purchased at the time of the class for $15.
First Aid with Adult CPR/AED
The purpose of this course is to give individuals the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies. Topics also include basic care for injuries and sudden illness for adults, and use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for victims of sudden cardiac arrest.
First Aid with Adult and Child CPR/AED plus Infant CPR
Our most comprehensive First Aid and CPR course for the general public. This course is designed to help individuals recognize and overcome the reluctance to act. Topics covered in this course include First Aid and CPR/AED for adults, plus CPR for children and infants. It also includes recognition of and care for life-threatening bleeding, sudden illness and injuries, breathing and cardiac emergencies, injury prevention, and heart disease prevention.
First Aid with Adult and Child CPR/AED plus Infant CPR Review
Our most comprehensive First Aid and CPR course for the general public. This course is designed to help individuals recognize and overcome the reluctance to act. Topics covered in this course include First Aid, CPR/AED for adults, plus CPR for children and infants. It also includes recognition of and care for life-threatening bleeding, sudden illness and injuries, breathing and cardiac emergencies, injury prevention, and heart disease prevention.
Lifeguard Training and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Challenge
Prerequisite: Students must be at least 15 years old and pass the pre-course skill session. There is no instruction for this course. Participants will take written and skills tests for Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. This course includes a one-year certification for CPR for the Professional Rescuer and three-year certification for Lifeguard Training (including First Aid). A resuscitation (pocket) mask is required for CPR skills.
Instructor Training
Become an American Red Cross Instructor. For information regarding American Red Cross Instructor Training courses, offered monthly, please call (585)241-4443.
Lifeguard Training and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Review
Prerequisites: Students must be at least 16 years of age, hold current American Red Cross certification, and pass the pre-course skill session. This course provides a review of knowledge and skills for those needing recertification. Participants will take written and skills tests for Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. The instructor will lead practice and update material before testing. This course includes a one-year certification for CPR for the Professional Rescuer and three-year certification for Lifeguard Training (including First Aid). A resuscitation (pocket) mask is required for CPR skills, and must be purchased prior to class.
Lifeguarding Review
Prerequisites: Students must be at least 16 years of age, hold American Red Cross Lifeguarding and CPR/AED Professional Rescuer certifications that are current or expired no more than 30 days prior to class, and must pass the pre-course skill session. This course provides a review of knowledge and skills for those needing recertification. Participants will take written and skills tests for Lifeguard Training and First Aid. CPR skills need to be shown, but no certification is provided dudring this class. The instructor will lead practice and update material before testing. The course includes a three-year certification for Lifeguard Training (including First Aid). A resuscitation (pocket) mask is required for CPR skills, and must be purchased prior to class.
Pet First Aid
This course is designed to train dog and cat owners how to respond to life-threatening emergencies such as choking, poisoning, and exposure to extreme weather conditions. Use life-like dog and cat manikins to learn how to perform pet CPR and First Aid, recognize symptoms, and provide care for common pet emergencies such as allergic reactions and car accidents. Cost is $35/student and $20 for one additional family member.
Safe on Your Own
This course will teach children who are home alone the importance of behaving responsibly and how to handle themselves when confronted with a challenge. Topics include but are not limited to first aid, what to do when a stranger comes to the door, telephone tips, and how to react during a power outage. The class is geared toward children ages 8-12.
Scout First Aid Talks
This course covers basic rescue breathing, choking, and bandaging skills for Webelos Readyman and Girl Scout Badge requirements. Appropriate for ages 9-12.
Spanish Language Course Offerings
The following classes are taught by Spanish-speaking instructors using Spanish print materials and DVD support: First Aid with Adult CPR/AED, Adult CPR/AED, and First Aid with Adult & Child CPR/AED plus Infant CPR. Please review course content on this page prior to selecting “Spanish-Language Course Offerings” for the specific class times and dates. All classes will be held at the Rochester Red Cross Chapter at 50 Prince Street unless otherwise noted.
Sport Injury Prevention and First Aid with Adult & Child CPR/AED
A course developed in partnership with the U.S. Olympic Committee, designed to help coaches prevent and prepare for sports-related injuries. This course includes Adult and Child CPR and First Aid Care.
Water Safety
Learn to swim and be prepared to respond to aquatic emergencies. These Red Cross courses are set up and conducted by organizations other than the Rochester Red Cross Chapter. The Red Cross does provide full training and support for organizations that offer the water safety courses. Registration is handled by the sponsoring organization. For more information call: (585) 241-4453 OR call your local recreation or community center, contining education, or swim club to find out if they offer any of these courses: Preschool Aquatics - Water Safety Instructor - First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor - Lifeguard Training - Waterfront and Water Park Life Guarding - Swimming Instruction - Safety Training for Swim Coaches
 
 
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