The first in a series of American Heart Association CPR and First Aid courses on Island takes place Tuesday and Wednesday, Jan. 18 and 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Mansion House in Vineyard Haven. Participants attend both sessions.

This curriculum is appropriate for the public at large, employees or employers who may be responsible for care of others, camp counselors, captain’s license students or license renewal, day care providers and more. Trained medical translators are offering Brazilian Portuguese translation at this class. The cost is $50 per student and includes your card and book. These classes will be offered again in February, March and April at the Mansion House.

To register, contact Jeff Pratt at 508-560-3163 or e-mail jpratt@capecod.net.