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2018 COMMUNITY EDUCATION COURSECATALOG

FOR COMMUNITYMEMBERS ANDHEALTHCAREPROFESSIONALS

Babysitting Preparedness ......................................................................................................1

Child Safety Seat Check .........................................................................................................1

Wilderness First Aid Basics ...................................................................................................2

Wilderness First Aid .................................................................................................................2

Pet First Aid, CPR and Disaster Preparedness ..............................................................3

Sports First Aid and Injury Prevention .............................................................................3

AHA Heartsaver® First Aid and CPR AED Combination

Course for Adult, Child and Infant ......................................................................................4

AHA Family and Friends® CPR AED ..................................................................................4

AHA Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED .............................................................5

2018 COURSE CATALOG

FOR COMMUNITY MEMBERS

FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor ........................................................................6

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certification ................................................7

Airway Management ................................................................................................................8

ECG and Pharmacology .........................................................................................................8

AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) ...............................................................9

AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Renewal .............................................10

American Heart Association (ACLS) Instructor Class ................................................11

AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) .............................................................12

AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Renewal ...........................................13

Custom Courses and Course Locations ...........................................................................14

TTY/Accessibility: 800.421.1220

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Vassar Brothers Medical Center (VBMC)

Putnam Hospital Center (PHC)

Northern Dutchess Hospital (NDH)

Sharon Hospital (SH)

Babysitting PreparednessGuidelines for safe infant and child care have changed over the years and this course will help ensure that participants’ knowledge and skills are up to date. Topics include feeding, diapering, safety in the home, prevention of SIDS, prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, basic first aid skills, how to cope with a crying baby, pediatric CPR and how to start a babysitting business. The course is led by nationally certified instructors who have experience as emergency responders in both professional and community environments. This course is popular among teens, expecting parents and grandparents. For ages 12 to adult. Completion of the course results in a two–year certification from the American Safety and Health Institute. Note that this class is for babysitting certification only and is not a certification for day care professionals, lifeguards, camp counselors or those in the medical field.

One–day course, 9am to 3pm. Participants should bring a lunch to class. Call 845.475.9742 to register and pay. This is a very popular course and fills up quickly. Class size is limited. Cost: $45 (includes all coursework and materials).

Locations and Dates:

PHC July 28

NDHFebruary 11, August 18

SHMay 6, October 14

COMMUNITY EDUCATION COURSES

Child Safety Seat CheckAt this event, parents and caregivers learn what type of safety seat or seatbelt fits a child’s needs and how to secure a child in it. Technicians will focus on proper installation, safety recommendations and current laws as well as check for recalls, make sure the seat is compatible with a vehicle and explain the limits of the car seat. Safety seat checks are done by appointment only.

By appointment

To schedule your appointment, please call 845.475.9746.

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Wilderness First Aid BasicsThis Wilderness First Aid Basics course will provide you with a foundational knowledge of common medical and traumatic problems that may occur in a wilderness setting. Evaluate the difference between non-urgent, urgent, and emergency situations. Identify and manage the most common wilderness injuries and illnesses. This basic level course is suitable for those who occasionally enjoy day hikes, snowshoeing, camping or other short-term outdoor activities. This class is also good for camp counselors who lead outdoor trips and activities. Course completion results in a two-year certification card from the Emergency Care & Safety Institute. This course does not include CPR.

One-day course, 9am to 3pm. Call 845.475.9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $85 (includes textbook).

Location and Date:

VBMCJuly 7


Wilderness First AidThis hands–on course is designed for trip leaders, camp staff, outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, kayakers, hunters and individuals working in remote locations. It focuses on caring for people who become ill or injured far from medical care. Participants learn to create makeshift items to assist with immobilization, bleeding control and other medical necessities. Course completion results in certification in Wilderness First Aid by the Emergency Care and Safety Institute. This course does not include CPR. This course meets BSA guidelines.

Two–day course, 9am to 4pm both days. Call 845.475.9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $150 (includes textbook and materials).


PHCJune 9 and 10

SHApril 14 and 15


*Use of AHA materials in an education course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such course, except a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the association. 3


Pet First Aid, CPR and Disaster PreparednessThis course is designed for pet owners and pet caregivers. It covers common health– and safety–related issues for pets: first aid basics, CPR, choking maneuvers, when to seek professional care and disaster planning. Participants practice skills on lifelike pet mannequins. Course completion results in a two-year certification card from the Emergency Care and Safety Institute.

One–day course, 9am to 1pm. Call 845.475.9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $45 (includes textbook and materials).

PHC January 28, August 12

NDH April 29

SH June 10


Sports First Aid and Injury PreventionDeveloped to help coaches, athletic trainers, athletes and parents of athletes manage the emergencies one may encounter while participating in sports. This course includes coverage of the phases of injury and the injury prevention model, prevention tips for injuries common to specific sports (such as sprains and concussions) and appropriate treatment for common injuries and illnesses. Topics include assessment, bleeding control, shock management, assessment illness and assessment injury. This course meets the New York State coaching requirements for first aid. Successful completion will result in a certification card from the Emergency Care and Safety Institute. Completion of this course will not result in a CPR AED certification card. This course can, however, be taken in conjunction with our American Heart Association Heartsaver® CPR AED certification course.


PHCJune 24

Locations and Date:

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American Heart Association Heartsaver® First Aid and CPR AED Combination Course for Adult, Child and InfantThis course covers basic first aid, CPR techniques, maneuvers for choking victims and how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED). Instruction models first aid and CPR for an adult, child and infant. This course is suitable for day care workers, construction workers, camp counselors and many other community professionals. It is not suitable for healthcare providers. Course completion results in a certification card valid for two years from the American Heart Association.


VBMCApril 7, November 3

PHCJune 30

NDHMarch 24, December 2

SHJanuary 6, September 29


American Heart Association Family and Friends® CPR AEDThis course teaches the lifesaving skills of adult Hands-Only™ CPR, child CPR with breaths, adult and child automated external defibrillator (AED) use, infant CPR with breaths, and relief of choking in an adult, child or infant. Skills are taught in a dynamic group environment using the American Heart Association’s proven practice–while–watching technique, which provides students with the most hands-on CPR practice time possible. Family and Friends CPR is for people who want to learn CPR but do not need a certification card. It’s ideal for schools, community groups, new parents, grandparents, babysitters and others interested in learning how to save a life. This course is not suitable for those who need to earn a CPR certification card for their profession.


VBMCNovember 18

NDHJanuary 7, August 5






American Heart Association Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid CPR AEDThis course is designed to meet the regulatory requirements for childcare workers in all 50 states. It is suitable for day care workers, camp counselors, students and other community professionals who work with children. It is also popular with parents and grandparents. It teaches how to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries for a child or infant in the first few minutes, until professional help arrives. It covers the four steps of first aid and first aid skills, including finding the problem, stopping bleeding, bandaging and using an epinephrine pen. Child CPR AED, infant CPR and a module in adult CPR AED and Asthma Care Training for Childcare Providers are also included in this program. Successful completion results in a certification card valid for two years. This course is not for healthcare providers. Please see pages 6-13 for courses designed for healthcare providers.

One–day course, 9am to 4pm. Call 845.475.9742 to register and pay. Cost: $65 (includes textbook and materials).


PHCOctober 28

NDHJuly 29

SHMay 19

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American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) InstructorThis course is designed to prepare American Heart Association (AHA) instructors to disseminate the science, skills and philosophy of resuscitation programs to participants enrolled in AHA courses. Current AHA BLS HCP certification is required. (It must be an AHA certification. No other type of CPR, such as ProCPR, SureFire CPR or CPR 1-2-3 will be accepted.) Prior teaching experience is beneficial. Participants who complete this course will be allowed to teach AHA BLS and Heartsaver® courses. This is a multi-part course consisting of online training that must be completed prior to the classroom-based training. Participants are also required to observe a class being taught and teach their own class while being monitored by training center faculty. Participants must successfully complete all steps within five months. Course completion results in a certification card valid for two years from the American Heart Association.

One–day course, 9am to 4pm. Call 845.475.9742 to pay by Visa, MasterCard or Discover in order to receive online access key and books prior to the class start date. Cost: $300 (includes textbooks).


PHCSeptember 23

NDHApril 7

LIFE SUPPORT TRAINING FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS




Locations, Dates and Times:

VBMC 9am to 1pm, April 28, June 30, August 25

5:30 to 9:30pm, January 9, February 6, March 6, April 10, May 8,June 5, July 10, August 7, September 11, October 9, November 13,December 4

PHC 9am to 1pm, January 27, March 11, May 20, July 21, September 22,November 18

NDH 9am to 1pm, January 20, February 25, March 10, April 15, May 12,July 15, August 11, September 16, October 13, November 10

SH 9am to 1pm, February 17, April 21, June 23, August 19, October 21,December 9

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider CertificationDesigned for lifeguards, physicians, nurses, EMTs, physical therapists, dentists and other healthcare professionals, this course teaches how to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an automated external defibrillator (AED), and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner. The AHA recently adjusted this course to meet both initial and renewal training requirements. Course completion results in a certification card valid for two years from the American Heart Association. Current textbook required.

One–day course. Call 845.475.9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $65 (includes textbook), $50 (excludes textbook).

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Airway ManagementAirway Management is a unique program designed to give participants the chance to learn, practice and demonstrate their ability in applying airway skills used in resuscitation. Participants increase their awareness of various airway products and skills required for airway management.

One–day course, 9am to 2:30pm both days. Call 845.475.9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $125 (includes materials).


VBMCMay 12

PHCDecember 1

NDHAugust 4

SHOctober 13

ECG and PharmacologyThis classroom-based, facilitator-led course is designed to improve electrocardiogram skills and pharmacology knowledge for treating cardiovascular emergencies.

One–day course, 9am to 5pm both days. Call 845.475.9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $125 (includes materials).


VBMCApril 8

PHCNovember 10

NDHJuly 28

SHSeptember 15




American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)This is an advanced course highlighting the importance of team dynamics and communication, systems of care and immediate post–cardiac arrest care. It also covers airway management and related pharmacology. Skills are taught in large group sessions and small group learning and testing stations where case–based scenarios are presented. Suggested prerequisites: BLS Provider, ECG & Pharmacology and Airway Management. Course completion results in a two–year ACLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Two–day or one-day courses available. Call 845.475.9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $225 (includes textbook).


VBMC9am to 3pm, January 20 and 218am to 8pm, September 228am to 8pm, November 17

PHC9am to 3pm, August 18 and 19

NDH8am to 8pm, March 3

SH9am to 3pm, June 2 and 3


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American Heart Association ACLS RenewalThis course is a recertification of the ACLS course. Participants must have a current ACLS certification to take it. Course completion results in a two-year ACLS certification from the American Heart Association.

One–day course, 9am to 3pm. Call 845.475.9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $125 (excludes textbook), $165 (includes textbook).


VBMC February 10, June 23, October 20,December 8

PHCApril 8, August 11

NDHJanuary 13, May 19, September 8

SHMarch 10, July 21, November 3



American Heart Association ACLS Instructor ClassParticipants will develop proficiency in teaching, organizing, coordinating and and conducting an ACLS Provider Course. ACLS Instructors must have a firm working knowledge and understanding of the ACLS material. They are also expected to demonstrate in-depth detailed knowledge of current emergency cardiac care. Participants learn to design a provider course that meets the needs of a specific student population. Currently accepted principles of adult learning, the ability to sequence instruction, the use of interactive teaching strategies and evaluation of student learning and progress are essential facets of this course. After successful completion of this course, participants will be required to conduct an AHA ACLS class to receive their certificate. An AHA Training Center (TC) Faculty member will monitor the student teacher during the ACLS class. After a successful evaluation, course completion results in a two-year ACLS Instructor card.

This course must be approved and sponsored by an AHA TC. Please call 845.475.9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $400 (includes textbooks). Other required teaching equipment must be purchased separately.Required prerequisites: AHA BLS Provider Certification and AHA ACLS Provider Certification. (Must be AHA. Other organization certifications will not be accepted).

Location, Date and Time:

VBMC 9am to 4pm, March 24


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American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)This course is for healthcare providers who initiate and direct advanced life support in pediatric emergencies. Suggested prerequisites: BLS Provider, ECG & Pharmacology and Airway Management. The course uses a scenario-based, team approach to teach pediatric emergency respiratory and cardiac arrest management. Course completion results in a two-year PALS certification from the American Heart Association.

Two–day or one-day courses available. Call 845.475.9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $225 (includes textbook).


VBMC9am to 4pm, June 9 and 10

PHC8am to 8pm, October 6

NDH 9am to 4pm, August 25 and 26

SH9am to 4pm, February 24 and 25



American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) RenewalThis course is a recertification for the PALS course. Participants must be currently certified in PALS to take it. Course completion results in a two–year PALS certification card from the American Heart Association. Current textbook required.

One–day course, 9am to 4pm. Call 845.475.9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $125 (excludes textbook), $165 (includes textbook).


VBMCJanuary 28, October 27, December 15

PHCMarch 24

NDHMay 5

SHJuly 14


Class locations

All Health Quest classes are conducted at one or more of these locations:

Vassar Brothers Medical Center (VBMC)45 Reade Place, Poughkeepsie, NY

Putnam Hospital Center (PHC)670 Stoneleigh Avenue, Carmel, NY

Northern Dutchess Hospital (NDH)6511 Springbrook Avenue, Rhinebeck, NY

Sharon Hospital (SH)50 Hospital Hill Road, Sharon, CT

Custom courses

We offer courses tailored to your specific needs that can be held at our location or yours. All equipment for the course will be supplied by our agency, and discounts are available for groups of 25 or more participants.

Community Education 1351 Route 55 LaGrangeville, NY 12540

845.475.9742 TTY/Accessibility 800.421.1220

healthquest.org/communityeducation

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