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October 24, 2006

CPR/First Aid Courses Available at Oakton

Learn CPR and first aid by enrolling in classes offered by the Alliance for Lifelong Learning at Oakton Community College. All featured courses meet at Oakton's Des Plaines campus, 1600 E. Golf Road.

CPR and Standard First Aid (HEA E01-02) combines adult CPR with first aid. Learn what to do in medical emergencies involving heart attack, bone fracture, bleeding, and poisoning. Students will receive a one-year CPR and three-year standard first aid recognition from the American Red Cross. Participants should wear pants and bring a blanket to class. Two-week session meets Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., starting Nov. 4. Course fee is $75.

CPR Rescue (HEA E05-02) covers adult, child, and infant CPR, along with mouth-to-mouth, and the Heimlich Maneuver. Disposable mannequin practice shields are provided for safety. American Heart Association recognition (AHA card) is available for an additional $3. A CPR handbook is available for $3. Wear clothing suitable for kneeling on the floor. One-week session meets 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 11. Course fee is $35.

For a complete Alliance for Lifelong Learning class schedule, including registration and fee information, visit www.oakton.edu/cont_ed/all/index.html, or call 847-982-9888, press 3.


Media Contact: Bill Paige (847) 635-1806


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