We find that many childcare professionals have questions about which First Aid and CPR training is best for their profession. By the time you’re done reading, you’ll know exactly what you need to be successful in your job! Safety needs to be a top priority when working in a childcare setting. So, the American Heart […]
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If you have recently completed an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) program first, CONGRATULATIONS. That is a huge accomplishment. What happens next, takes some time. In Connecticut, the state follows the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) guidelines and requires that you complete a written (cognitive) portion as well as
I remember bringing my newborn son home from the hospital. Every noise he made, every grimace, move-you name it-caught my attention. I thought he was a piece of fragile china and I panicked that any wrong breath or movement could be detrimental. Now, at five months old, he races across the living room in his
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The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System is a network of highly skilled pre-hospital care providers. These providers deliver care, stabilization, and transportation to someone experiencing a Medical Emergency. EMS providers can be categorized into four separate certification levels: Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Advanced-EMT (AEMT) Paramedic EMS care can be delivered on
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An excellent question to get started with! The 2020 American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Emergency Cardiovascular Care represent a comprehensive review of current evidence-based recommendations for resuscitation and emergency cardiovascular care. The initial guidelines for CPR were published in 1966 by an ad hoc CPR Committee of the Division of Medical Sciences at the National Academy
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Over 300,000 people suffer cardiac arrest each year in the United States. When you consider that a significant portion of each person’s week is spent in the workplace and the concentration of employees at a given business location, it is no surprise that a considerable portion of cardiac arrests occur while victims are at work.
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Being prepared for anything is just part of the job when you’re responsible for multiple children. Unfortunately, that may also include a serious medical event, so we want to help childcare providers be ready to act when necessary. The American Heart Association offers the Heartsaver program for those people who aren’t medical professionals, but may
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There are a variety of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) courses out there. All of them are based on the same curriculum and designed to prepare you to become an EMT. One of the major areas of difference between programs is the course schedule. It’s very important to consider the class schedule when choosing an EMT
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Have you ever considered helping others and wondered what an EMT class would be like? And even more curious what it would be like during a pandemic. Well, I’ve been an EMS instructor since 2010 and the dynamics of teaching have changed. Key factors when considering if it’s the right time to take an EMT
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First of all, congratulations! Code One is proud to maintain the highest standards for its students. Successful completion of your class is an accomplishment to be proud of. That puts you one step closer to your goal of working in the Emergency Medical Services (EMS). But what should your next steps be? Can I start
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