Cleveland Metroparks is offering courses from American Red Cross for pet first aid and babysitter's training.
Participants can gain confidence and skills to become a successful babysitter, as well as know how to respond to a pet in case of emergency at the following programs:
American Red Cross Pet First Aid
Saturday, February 4
1 - 4 p.m.
Park Operations Administration Building
Rocky River Reservation
Pet First Aid course participants will learn how to protect themselves and their furry friends from harm, injury or suffering during emergencies by learning prompt, effective first aid actions and care. Tips on keeping pets healthy are also provided. Training will be conducted on canine and feline mannequins to give participants a more realistic experience in providing care. Registration and a $45 fee (for Dog OR Cat First Aid Book/DVD) or a $60 fee (for Dog AND Cat First Aid Books/DVDs) is required by February 1. Space is limited. Park Operations Administration Building is located 4500 Valley Parkway in Rocky River Reservation, just off Wooster Road in Fairview Park.
For more information and to register, call 440-331-8111.
American Red Cross Babysitter's Training
Saturday, February 19
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Mill Stream Run Reservation Park Management Center
Mill Stream Run Reservation
The Red Cross Babysitter Training course is a good way for young people to build self-esteem and develop leadership, decision-making and communication skills, as well as give them a meaningful way to earn money. Used to train and certify over 120,000 babysitters nationwide each year, the Red Cross Babysitter Training course is fun and fast-paced with hands-on activities, role playing and lively discussions. The course teaches young people how to care for children and infants, keep the children they babysit and themselves safe, handle emergencies, be good leaders and role models, and make good decisions and solve problems. Registration and a $50 fee (Ledge Pool Season Pass Holder) or $70 (Ledge Pool Non-Season Pass Holder) per person are required by February 15. Space is limited. Mill Stream Run Reservation Park Management Center is located at 9485 Eastland Road in Mill Stream Run Reservation, west of the Pearl Road/Whitney Road intersection in Strongsville. For more information and to register, call 440-331-8111.
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