Emergencies require prompt action and quick judgment. For many
activities, Girl Scouts recommends that at least one adult volunteer
be first aid/CPR certified. It is required for any overnight trips,
camping, or high-risk activities.
Adult CPR courses hosted by the council:
Adult Volunteers:
Join us for an upcoming CPR course with a portion underwritten by
the Carolyn Hodges Great Save Fund. Fees
cannot be transferred and are non-refundable.
View upcoming council-hosted training
Other Access Options
You can take advantage of first aid/CPR
training offered by chapters of the American Heart Association,
American Red Cross, National Safety Council, EMP America, or other
sponsoring organizations approved by your council.
Take
age-specific CPR training, too—that is, take child CPR if you’re
working with younger girls and adult CPR when working with older girls
and adults.
Course Overview
First aid, CPR, and AED
programs contain step-by-step, hands-on training that will allow
participants to respond effectively in emergency and life-threatening
situations. Session lengths and fees vary depending on the
organization/course you select.
CAUTION:
First aid/CPR training that is available entirely online does not
satisfy Girl Scouts’ requirements. Such courses do not offer enough
opportunities to practice and receive feedback on your technique. If
you’re taking a course not offered by one of the organizations listed
in the "Access Options" paragraph above or any course with
online components, get approval from your support team or council.
Questions? Email us.