The Center for Rural Health and Farm Safety at Carle Foundation Hospital is offering free courses on CPR and first-aid certification on Tuesday, Oct. 15, and Wednesday, Oct. 16, at Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative, 330 W. Ottawa Road, Paxton.
On Oct. 15, an American Heart Association HeartSaver CPR certification course, also focusing on AED use, will be offered from 1:30 to 5 p.m. From 5:30 to 8 p.m., an American Heart Association HeartSaver first aid certification course will be offered.
On Oct. 16, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., an American Heart Association HeartSaver CPR certification course will be offered. From 1:30 to 4 p.m., an American Heart Association HeartSaver first aid certification course is offered.
Participants may attend one or both of the classes.
Courses will include hands-on instruction and a workbook. For each class completed, participants will receive a certification card.
Registration is required at least 10 days prior to class. Participants must be at least 14 years old. For more information or to register, visit carle.org/cpr or call 383-4601.