Stay Safe | #67849
as at 19 May 2024
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Description
The Red Cross Stay Safe program teaches youth (ages 9 - 13) the skills they need to start on the road to independance. The program covers the following topics; Importance of responsibility and respect while being accountable for yourself, how to prepare, recognize and respond to unexpected situations, (i.e. inclement weather, strangers, unanticipated visits), How to stay safe at home and within the community, Importance of setting and following rules around safety when staying on your own. First Aid topics will also be covered; Check, Call, Care (includes phoning EMS/911), recovery position, conscious choking (adult/child/alone), feeling unwell, asthma (includes use of inhaler and spacer), anaphylaxis (includes use of EpiPen), poisoning, insect stings, wound care (i.e. minor cuts and scrapes, splinters, nosebleeds, bumps and bruises, life-threatening bleeding, burns). A workbook and certificate is included in this program.
Location
The Mississauga Y offers a large health and fitness centre with a newly renovated conditioning room, extensive youth and community programs, and child care services. Camp programs are available during school breaks throughout the year. Free parking is available on-site for members.
More Information
- Registration starts for Non-residents2023/11/09 09:00
- Registration starts for Members2023/11/09 09:00
- Registration ends2024/05/18 23:58
Notes
Participants who withdraw from the course more than 7 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund less 10% of the course fee. Participants who withdraw from the course less than 7 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund less 50% of the course fee. No refunds will be granted once the course has started.
* Applicable discounts will be applied at checkout.
** The spot is not reserved until checkout is complete.