Crime & Safety
Fire Department Offers CPR, AED Classes
The one-hour class can increase survival from sudden cardiac arrest.
The is offering to teach residents skills they could someday use to save a life.
Starting in August, the department will have free classes on adult, hands-only CPR and how to use an automated external defibrillator, or AED.
The free, one-hour class does not offer certification, but it still teaches students skills that can be vital in emergencies.
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General enrollment classes are available on the following dates:
- Saturday, Aug. 18 at 2 p.m.
- Monday, Sept. 17 at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, Sept. 29 at 12 p.m.
- Monday, Oct. 8 at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, Oct. 20 at 2 p.m.
- Saturday, Nov. 10 at 2 p.m.
- Monday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m.
- Monday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, Dec. 15 at 2 p.m.
To register or find out more, call the Hopkins Fire Department at 952-548-6465 or e-mail jpritchard@hopkinsmn.com. Those who have groups or events with 10 or more people can also contact Jon Pritchard to schedule a free on-site class.
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