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Authorized
Providers
Build Your Own Training Team--Become an
American Red Cross Authorized Provider
American Red Cross is the recognized premier provider of first aid and
CPR, aquatics, water safety, HIV/AIDS prevention education,
mission-related caregiving and other health and safety education programs.
In 1999, nearly 12 million people were enrolled in health and safety
courses learning how to keep themselves and their families safer. Programs
are developed in collaboration with experts from the fields of medicine
and aquatics and reflect up-to-date information and techniques. All
courses are designed to teach the exact skills people need to know in an
emergency. The American Red Cross has provided health and safety services
to people for more than 90 years as part of the organizationís mission of
emergency prevention and preparedness.
Authorized Provider
Defined
An Authorized Provider is an individual or organization that has a Red
Cross-trained instructor who can provide American Red Cross health and
safety programs in-house. By becoming an Authorized Provider, you can
build your own training team to teach health and safety courses to
employees of your business or members of your organization. The programs
listed above are just some of what's available to you as an American Red
Cross Authorized Provider.
Becoming an Authorized Provider gives
your organization more flexibility.
Build the health and safety program that's right for you. Many of our
courses have a modular format, enabling you to customize the program to
the needs of your organization. New, streamlined Workplace Training
Programs mean shorter instruction time, making it even easier to fit
training into busy schedules.
By becoming an Authorized Provider, your organization can conduct
classes when and wherever you choose. Plus, you have in-house experts
available when you need them and direct technical support from American
Red Cross chapters.
Your organization will benefit in many
ways.
By becoming an Authorized Provider, you can:
- Offer
training as a benefit for your employees or members
- Address
regulatory issues specific to your business or industry
- Train
large groups cost effectively
- Build
in-house experts who are familiar with site-specific emergency
procedures and equipment that is unique to your business or industry
- Meet
training needs on a regular basis and at your convenience
Red Cross Authorized Providers include
many types of organizations.
There are already many organizations like yours who have signed on as
Authorized Providers. These include:
- Businesses
- Child
care centers
- Clubs
and community groups
- Colleges
and universities
- Federal,
state, and local government agencies
- Fire
and rescue services
- Individuals
who would like to provide Red Cross courses in their communities
- Recreational
facilities, including pools
- Religious
organizations
- Schools,
camps, or other organizations working with young people
Join these Greenwood County businesses and become an authorized
provider today …
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Emerald Center
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Grace Street Learning Center
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Grede Foundry
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Goodrich Corporation
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Greenwood Christian School
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Beckman Mental Health
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Greenwood County Career Center
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Connie Maxwell Children’s Home
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Greenwood Family YMCA
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Greenwood Fire Department
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Lander University
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Optimum Life Center of Self Regional
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Piedmont Technical College
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Solutia, Inc.
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Wellness Works of Self Regional
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Northwest Volunteer Fire Department
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Becoming an Authorized Provider involves entering into an Authorized
Provider Agreement with the American Red Cross. Contact Sheri Twiggs,
Health and Safety Director at 229-3102 for more information.
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