CPR Opportunities Scheduled in Chestertown

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aha-2Over the next several weeks, University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Chestertown will host two CPR classes, one designed for health care providers and another for members of the community.
Family and Friends CPR – UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, Education Center
Tuesday, March 16, 2016, 2-4:30pm
RSVP: Sherrie Hill, 410-778-3300, ext. 2222
Refreshments provided. Class size is limited so please RSVP to reserve your spot.
Family and Friends CPR is for people who want to learn CPR, but do not need a CPR course completion card for their job. This course is ideal for family members and friends of persons with medical problems as well as those interested in learning how to save a life. 
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers
Saturday, April 23, 8am-12pm
RSVP: Mickey Roderick: 410-778-3300, ext. 3301 or mroderick@umm.edu
$40 Registration Fee
Approved by the American Heart Association, this class teaches participants how to recognize several life-threatening emergencies through classroom instruction and hands-on certified CPR training. Participants will also learn how to effectively use an automated external defibrillator (AED) and to relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner. This class is designed for health care professionals including nurses, lifeguards, police officers, fire fighters and child care workers.