American Red Cross Trainings

The council offers are variety of first aid training courses throughout the year.

First Aid/CPR/AED: Would you know what to do in a cardiac, breathing or first aid emergency? The right answer could help you save a life. With an emphasis on hands-on learning, our First Aid/CPR/AED courses give you the skills to save a life. First Aid, CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and AED (automated external defibrillator) training is universally recognized for its effectiveness. It can help ensure that everyone from the Scout working on a First Aid merit badge to a Scouter leading a unit on a high-adventure trek is fully prepared. Find the next available courses below. A link for the online portion will be emailed prior to class. Must be completed before class.

Wilderness First Aid (WFA) is the assessment of and treatment given to an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care by a physician and/or rapid transport is not readily available. During the 16-hour course, participants will learn how to assess, treat, and (when possible) contain emergencies within the scope of their training. Current certification in an adult CPR course and completion of AED training are prerequisites. Participants must be at least 14 years old or a registered Venturer. This is a 2 day course, participants must attend both days. Register for the next available course below.

CPR Instructor Course Training meets OSHA Guidelines for First Aid Programs and combines lecture, interactive video demonstrations featuring emergency scenarios that are likely to occur in a variety of environments and hands-on training to teach participants lifesaving skills.

  • First Aid: Participants learn to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies, such as burns, cuts and scrapes, sudden illnesses, head, neck and back injuries, and heat and cold emergencies.

  • CPR Adult: Participants learn how to perform CPR and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults

  • CPR Child and Infant: Participants learn how to prevent, recognize and respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies in infants and children under 12

  • AED: Participants learn how to use automatic external defibrillators

Length of class will vary dependent on selection of topics. 2 year certification; classroom   option ** Additional Injury control topics available for workplaces. Register for the course below.

The American Red Cross (ARC) and Emergency Care & Safety Institute (ECSI) First Aid, CPR, AED and WFA courses meet the BSA training requirements.

Locations:

Ogden Service Center: 1200 E. 5400 S. Ogden, Ut

Orem Service Center: 1351 W. 800 N. Orem, Ut

Get Registered

  • Basic First Aid/CPR/AED
    September 29, 2023 at Ogden Service Center (5pm - 9pm). $35.
    Hands-on class. Online portion must be completed prior to class. Registration closes 7 days before class. Instructor will email online class link.   FULL

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  • Basic First Aid/CPR/AED
    January 20, 2024 at Ogden Service Center (9am - 5pm). $35. Hands-on class. Online portion must be completed prior to class. Registration closes 7 days before class. Instructor will email online class link     Register Now

  • Basic First Aid/CPR/AED
    February 17, 2024 at Orem Service Center (9am - 5pm) $35. Hands-on class. Online portion must be completed prior to class. Registration closes 7 days before class. Instructor will email online class link      Register Now

  • CPRO First Aid/CPR/AED
    March 9, 2024 at Ogden Service Center (9am - 5pm) $35. Hands-on class. Online portion must be completed prior to class.  Registration closes 7 days before class. Instructor will email online class link      Register Now

  • Basic First Aid/CPR/AED
    March 15, 2024 at Ogden Service Center (5pm - 9pm) $35. Hands-on class. Online portion must be completed prior to class. Registration closes 7 days before class. Instructor will email online class link     Register Now

  • Wilderness First Aid
    March 16 & March 23, 2024 at Ogden Service Center (9am - 5pm) $50 for Adults; $30 for Youth. Hands-on class. This is a two day class. Must attend both days. Registration closes 3 days before class.    Register Now

  • Basic First Aid/CPR/AED
    April 12, 2024 at Orem Service Center (5pm - 9pm) $35. Hands-on class. Online portion must be completed prior to class.  Registration closes 7 days before class. Instructor will email online class link      Register Now

  • Wilderness First Aid
    April 13 & April 20, 2024 at Orem Service Center (9am - 5pm) $50 for Adults; $30 for Youth. Hands-on class. This is a two day class. Must attend both day. Registration closes 3 days before class.  Register Now

  • CPRO First Aid/CPR/AED
    May 11, 2024 at Orem Service Center (9am - 5pm) $35. Hands-on class. Online portion must be completed prior to class.Registration closes 7 days before class. Instructor will email online class link     Register Now

  • Basic First Aid/CPR/AED
    May 17, 2024 at Ogden Service Center (5pm - 9pm) $35. Hands-on class. Online portion must be completed prior to class. Registration closes 7 days before class. Instructor will email online class link    Register Now

  • First Aid Instructor
    May 18, 2024 at Ogden Service Center (9am - 5pm). $90. Hands-on class. Online portion must be completed prior to class. Registration closes 7 days before class. Instructor will email online class link    Register Now

  • Basic First Aid/CPR/AED
    September 20, 2024 at Ogden Service Center (5 pm - 9pm). $35. Hands-on class. Online portion must be completed prior to class. Registration closes 7 days before class. Instructor will email online class link    Register Now

  • First Aid Instructor
    September 21, 2024 at Ogden Service Center (9am - 5pm). $90. Hands-on class. Online portion must be completed prior to class. Registration closes 7 days before class. Instructor will email online class link   Register Now