Instructor: Mary Johnson The B.E.S.T (formerly C.A.R.S) curriculum is a hybrid training. The online “Car Seat Basics” portion of the training takes about 1 hour to complete with a 10 question quiz at the end. The Car Seat Basics course can be found at https://nsc.learningcart.com/products/Car-Seat-Basics-E-Learning.aspx The in-person portion will take approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour and function similar to a car seat checkup where the caregiver needs to demonstrate they can install their car seat with the facilitator's guidance. Proof of completion of the on-line portion must be provided at the time the in-person portion of the training takes place. No exceptions. Please note: the on-line portion must be completed no sooner than 30 days prior to the hands-on portion. The B.E.S.T. in-person portion of the training will take place between the hours of 10am to 1pm on date specified. The B.E.S.T. facilitator, Mary Johnson, will email you the exact time that you will be scheduled during that time slot for your in-person portion. Therefore, registration will close 4 days prior to the training to allow exact times to be allocated. Please be punctual. If you fail to show up, you will have to register for the next training. Important: The expectation is that each person will be familiar with the car seat and vehicle used for the installation before arriving for in-person portion. Familiarity with the car seat and vehicle will help ensure that the in-person portion can be completed in a timely manner. Please note: B.E.S.T will no longer be using the Develop website.

Cars have changed and so have the traffic rules, driving conditions, and the roads you travel every day. Some drivers, age 55-plus, have never looked back since they got their first driver’s license, but even the most experienced benefit from brushing up on their driving skills. You can expect to learn current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques, and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment. You’ll learn adjustments to accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time. This course meets the requirements for a discount from your insurance company. COURSE REQUIREMENT UPDATE: As of July 1, 2024, the 8-hour initial course for the 55 + Alive program in Minnesota has been reduced to a 4-hour course. The eight-hour course is no longer required for first-time participants. The class is held at the Laker Transition Building (1104 West River Road). Please enter the main doors located on the south side of the building.

Instructor: Gary Thompson This class covers the basic fundamentals of handgun use and possession, as well as gun regulations as they apply in Minnesota and other states. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive an endorsed certificate, allowing you to apply for your permit with your local sheriff. Participants must be at least 21 years of age in order to apply for the permit. Please bring your own handgun, 30 rounds of ammunition, and protective and ear wear to the outdoor range qualification shoot immediately following the classroom training. Your fee includes range fees, one-on-one coaching, information packet, certificate of completion, quick reference wallet card, and a target. Guns are available to rent for an additional $30 fee. You must pre-register for this class by calling Tri-State diving 218-847-4868. - Tri State Diving 28300 Little Floyd Lake Road

Instructor: Gary Thompson This class covers the basic fundamentals of handgun use and possession, as well as gun regulations as they apply in Minnesota and other states. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive an endorsed certificate, allowing you to apply for your permit with your local sheriff. Participants must be at least 21 years of age in order to apply for the permit. Please bring your own handgun, 30 rounds of ammunition, and protective and ear wear to the outdoor range qualification shoot immediately following the classroom training. Your fee includes range fees, one-on-one coaching, information packet, certificate of completion, quick reference wallet card, and a target. Guns are available to rent for an additional $30 fee. You must pre-register for this class by calling Tri-State diving 218-847-4868. - Tri State Diving 28300 Little Floyd Lake Road

Instructor: Mary Johnson The Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course meets the training needs of child care providers in almost all U.S. states and meets the Minnesota Department of Human Services Rule 3 requirement while also being a comprehensive resource for parents, grandparents, teachers, babysitters, or anyone responsible for the safety of children. Combining classroom and hands-on skill components, child care providers and parents learn critical first aid skills, ranging from how to create a safe environment to prevent injuries to lifesaving CPR. Course content also includes illnesses and injuries, bleeding and bandaging, allergic reactions, how to use an epinephrine pen, asthma, bites and stings, and burns. This class does not include adult CPR/AED.