Health and Safety Training

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. Last year, nearly 11 million people enrolled in American Red Cross health and safety courses.

Summer Water Courses During the summer months local organizations with swimming facilities offer Red Cross certified courses including: Swimming Lessons Water Safety Classes Lifeguard Classes For more information on the courses above, you may contact your local YMCA, Omni 41 or our local chapter.

Health and Safety Courses offered at our Merrillville Location

Click a course title below for the course description, upcomming class dates, and to register.

Group or Corporate Courses Taught at Your Facility

For more information on having one of our instructors teach at your facility, please call David Whitesell at 219-756-5360.

Online Health and Safety Courses

A wide range of Red Cross emergency preparedness training courses, including standard first aid, CPR, and other health and safety courses are now available online.

Pet Safety Courses

• Dog First Aid
• Cat First Aid

Self study kits, including a book and DVD, are available for purchase at our Merrillville chapter offices.