LPN IV Therapy Course – 40 hour course
Dates: January 13, January 20, January 27, February 3, February 11
Times: 08:30am – 5:00pm
Where: Building 300, Room 101
This course is intended to meet the statewide standardized curriculum for the instruction of LPNs to practice IV therapy/IV push administration in keeping with the Board of Nursing position paper defining the scope of practice. This course is designed to offer LPNs the basic knowledge necessary to safely assist the registered nurse in administering and monitoring selected peripheral IV medications under the supervision of the registered nurse. Related anatomy and physiology, IV fluids, delivery methods, pharmacology and administration techniques related to selected drugs, preventing and monitoring for complications in IV therapy, legal and ethical issues, documentation standards, role of RN supervisor, and other topics will be covered.
Pre-requisites: A minimum of 6 months experience as a licensed nurse, unemcumbered license, reference from supervisor.
$250.00. Fee does not cover required textbooks.
Contact Hours:
40
CEU's:
4.0
S.T.A.B.L.E – 8 hours
Dates: January, 2010 TBA
Times: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Where: Building 300, Room 101
Target Audience: Physicians, Residents, Nurses working in L&D, postpartum, nursery, neonatal intensive care, emergency departments, , nurse midwives, nursing assistants, LPN, Respiratory Therapists, EMTs, and Paramedics. Endorsed by the March of Dimes and the Hospital Corporation of America Perinatal Advisory Board, S.T.A.B.L.E. is the first neonatal education program to focus exclusively on the post-resuscitation/pre-transport stabilization care of sick newborns. S.T.A.B.L.E stands for the six assessment parameters taught in the course: Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, and Emotional Support.
Fee: $85.00. Fee does not cover required textbook.
Contact Hours: 8.0
CEU’s: 0.8
Basic Arrhythmia Recognition/3 Lead EKG – 16 hours
Dates: December 17 & 18, 2009
Times: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Where: Building 300, Room 101
Target Audience: Physicians, Residents, Medical Students, RN, LPN, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, EMTs, Paramedics, anyone preparing for ACLS course
This course is perfect for both the pre-hospital providers and hospital professionals of all levels who wish to enhance an understanding of cardiac arrhythmias and a comprehension of the electrical and physiological etiology pertaining to cardiac rhythms. Students attending the course will be taken through a step-by-step process of rhythm interpretation and given multiple variations of practice rhythms for one-on-one instruction and group participation. Students will be administered a post course written evaluation to ensure every student leaves the classroom with confidence in rhythm interpretation. This is a great course for both beginners and seasoned providers as well as a wonderful review for ACLS.
Fee: $155. Does not include a small book rental fee which is returned when book is returned.
Contact Hours: 16
CEUs: 1.6
12 Lead ECG Interpretation – 16 hours
Dates: December 9 & 10, 2009
Times: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Where: Building 300, Room 101
Target Audience: Physicians, Residents, Medical Students, RN, LPN, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, EMTs, Paramedics
This 16 hour course designed for both new and experienced pre-hospital providers and healthcare professionals who wish to gain a thorough understanding in the analysis and understanding of 12 Lead ECG’s. Anatomy with physiology will be reviewed to include the conduction system and circulatory system. Students will participate in discussions including case studies of on how the pathophysiology of the acute MI process affects the normal 12 Lead ECG’s. Topics stressed will include normal 12 Lead’s, S-T Segments, isoelectric lines, “J” points, R-wave progression, bundle-branch blocks, axis deviations, and disease processes. Students will complete the course with comfort and an understanding of 12 Lead ECG interpretation. Please note that this is NOT an arrhythmia course. Students must have an understanding of 3 Lead and arrhythmia interpretation before attempting this course.
Fee: $170. Does not include a small book rental fee which is returned when book is returned.
Contact Hours: 16
CEUs: 1.6
Volunteer State Community College Health Sciences Continuing Education Gallatin Hendersonville Sumner Nashville Vol State
Monday, September 28, 2009
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
On-line Course Offerings
Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Part 1 or Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Renewal Part 1
This course offers a flexible training option for busy healthcare professionals. The complete course is delivered in three parts. Part 1 delivers the cognitive learning through Web-based, self-paced modules. Parts 2 and 3 require students to meet with an AHA Instructor to complete a hands-on skills practice session and a skills test. Upon successful completion of all three parts, the student receives the healthcare provider course completion card.
The benefits of this course:
· establishes a standardized training program
· self-paced learning, accessible 24 hours a day
Cost: $50
Heartsaver First Aid
This course is designed for businesses and other entities that want to provide first aid training to their employees or designated first responders. The on-line portion presents the cognitive portion and offers a blended learning solution for organizations that face obstacles implementing class-room training. Parts 2 and 3 require students to meet with an AHA Instructor to complete a hands-on skills practice session and a skills test. Upon successful completion of all three parts, the student receives the heartsaver first aid completion card.
The benefits of this course:
· Convenient alternative to traditional classroom training
· Self-paced learning component
· Flexibility
· Employee progress tracking
Cost: $55
Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens
This course was designed for anyone with a reasonable chance for occupational exposure in the workplace setting such as industry and manufacturing. Fortune 1500 companies, occupational health, property management, hospitality, security, health and fitness staff, childcare workers, school personnel, maintenance workers, tattoo artists, and state corrections facilities may benefit from this course due to additional state regulations. This course is designed to meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements when used with site-specific training.
The benefits of this course are:
· No skills test or skills demonstrations are required
· Takes approximately one hour to complete
· Can be taken for first-time or renewal bloodborne pathogens training
· On line content allows student to take the course at any time and at their own pace
· Provides participation certificate once student has completed all modules
· On line course evaluation
Cost: $35
Vol State Health Sciences Continuing Education Courses Gallatin, Hendersonville, Nashville, Classes, CEU, Volunteer State Community College
This course offers a flexible training option for busy healthcare professionals. The complete course is delivered in three parts. Part 1 delivers the cognitive learning through Web-based, self-paced modules. Parts 2 and 3 require students to meet with an AHA Instructor to complete a hands-on skills practice session and a skills test. Upon successful completion of all three parts, the student receives the healthcare provider course completion card.
The benefits of this course:
· establishes a standardized training program
· self-paced learning, accessible 24 hours a day
Cost: $50
Heartsaver First Aid
This course is designed for businesses and other entities that want to provide first aid training to their employees or designated first responders. The on-line portion presents the cognitive portion and offers a blended learning solution for organizations that face obstacles implementing class-room training. Parts 2 and 3 require students to meet with an AHA Instructor to complete a hands-on skills practice session and a skills test. Upon successful completion of all three parts, the student receives the heartsaver first aid completion card.
The benefits of this course:
· Convenient alternative to traditional classroom training
· Self-paced learning component
· Flexibility
· Employee progress tracking
Cost: $55
Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens
This course was designed for anyone with a reasonable chance for occupational exposure in the workplace setting such as industry and manufacturing. Fortune 1500 companies, occupational health, property management, hospitality, security, health and fitness staff, childcare workers, school personnel, maintenance workers, tattoo artists, and state corrections facilities may benefit from this course due to additional state regulations. This course is designed to meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements when used with site-specific training.
The benefits of this course are:
· No skills test or skills demonstrations are required
· Takes approximately one hour to complete
· Can be taken for first-time or renewal bloodborne pathogens training
· On line content allows student to take the course at any time and at their own pace
· Provides participation certificate once student has completed all modules
· On line course evaluation
Cost: $35
Vol State Health Sciences Continuing Education Courses Gallatin, Hendersonville, Nashville, Classes, CEU, Volunteer State Community College
Courses for Teachers, Child Care Givers, Camp Counselors, Girl Scout or Boy Scout Leaders
Pediatric First Aid for Caregivers and Teachers (8 hours, 1 day)
As a caregiver or teacher, you have the important task of nurturing and providing care for children. A critical aspect of caring for children includes maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Learning first aid skills is an important step in ensuring a secure environment for those children in your care. Created by the American Academy of Pediatrics, this national pediatric first-aid and CPR course, meets the current CPR and ECC guidelines. The PedFACTs course is designed to give teachers and caregivers the education and confidence needed to effectively care for the injured or suddenly ill child. This is an excellent course for teachers, mother’s day out caregivers, summer day camp counselors, after-school care providers, child care providers, nannies, and anyone who has children in their care.
Intermediate Wilderness First-Aid (16 hours, 2 days)
This course will provide those who recreate, hike, camp in remote places, who work in remote places, or who live in remote areas where EMS system may not be able to respond to an emergency, This course is great for travelers in countries where medical care may be inadequate or difficult to obtain and where a communication barrier may exist. The participant will be given the educational tools to render care when care is not readily available. Basic first-aid knowledge is encouraged, but not mandatory. This is a great course summer camp counselors, church camp volunteers, Girl Scout or Boy Scout leaders, hiking or any outdoor adventure clubs.
Vol State Health Sciences Continuing Education Courses Gallatin, Hendersonville, Nashville, Classes, CEU, Volunteer State Community College
As a caregiver or teacher, you have the important task of nurturing and providing care for children. A critical aspect of caring for children includes maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Learning first aid skills is an important step in ensuring a secure environment for those children in your care. Created by the American Academy of Pediatrics, this national pediatric first-aid and CPR course, meets the current CPR and ECC guidelines. The PedFACTs course is designed to give teachers and caregivers the education and confidence needed to effectively care for the injured or suddenly ill child. This is an excellent course for teachers, mother’s day out caregivers, summer day camp counselors, after-school care providers, child care providers, nannies, and anyone who has children in their care.
Intermediate Wilderness First-Aid (16 hours, 2 days)
This course will provide those who recreate, hike, camp in remote places, who work in remote places, or who live in remote areas where EMS system may not be able to respond to an emergency, This course is great for travelers in countries where medical care may be inadequate or difficult to obtain and where a communication barrier may exist. The participant will be given the educational tools to render care when care is not readily available. Basic first-aid knowledge is encouraged, but not mandatory. This is a great course summer camp counselors, church camp volunteers, Girl Scout or Boy Scout leaders, hiking or any outdoor adventure clubs.
Vol State Health Sciences Continuing Education Courses Gallatin, Hendersonville, Nashville, Classes, CEU, Volunteer State Community College
Courses for Park Rangers, Outdoor Adventure or Hiking Clubs
Intermediate Wilderness First-Aid (16 hours, 2 days)
This course will provide those who recreate, hike, camp in remote places, who work in remote places, or who live in remote areas where EMS system may not be able to respond to an emergency, This course is great for travelers in countries where medical care may be inadequate or difficult to obtain and where a communication barrier may exist. The participant will be given the educational tools to render care when care is not readily available. Basic first-aid knowledge is encouraged, but not mandatory. This is a great course summer camp counselors, church camp volunteers, Girl Scout or Boy Scout leaders, hiking or any outdoor adventure clubs.
Vol State Health Sciences Continuing Education Courses Gallatin, Hendersonville, Nashville, Classes, CEU, Volunteer State Community College
This course will provide those who recreate, hike, camp in remote places, who work in remote places, or who live in remote areas where EMS system may not be able to respond to an emergency, This course is great for travelers in countries where medical care may be inadequate or difficult to obtain and where a communication barrier may exist. The participant will be given the educational tools to render care when care is not readily available. Basic first-aid knowledge is encouraged, but not mandatory. This is a great course summer camp counselors, church camp volunteers, Girl Scout or Boy Scout leaders, hiking or any outdoor adventure clubs.
Vol State Health Sciences Continuing Education Courses Gallatin, Hendersonville, Nashville, Classes, CEU, Volunteer State Community College
Dental Assistant Courses
Monitoring Nitrous Oxide for the Dental Assistant (4 hours)
The use of nitrous oxide and oxygen for relative analgesia is similar to the uses for general anesthesia. It is important to understand that these are distinctly different techniques and applications. This course is designed to familiarize the student with the Dental Practice Act in Tennessee and to provide information relative to the proper role of the assistant during the administration of nitrous oxide/oxygen in the dental office. The student will learn the correct application for nitrous oxide/oxygen use in terms of philosophy and psychology in controlling anxiety and pain, the clinical differences between relative analgesia and general anesthesia, the physiology of normal respirations, the side effects of relative analgesia, and identify the four stages of anesthesia, the role of a dental assistant, equipment used to administer nitrous oxide/oxygen and safety measures.
Vol State Health Sciences Continuing Education Courses Gallatin, Hendersonville, Nashville, Classes, CEU, Volunteer State Community College
The use of nitrous oxide and oxygen for relative analgesia is similar to the uses for general anesthesia. It is important to understand that these are distinctly different techniques and applications. This course is designed to familiarize the student with the Dental Practice Act in Tennessee and to provide information relative to the proper role of the assistant during the administration of nitrous oxide/oxygen in the dental office. The student will learn the correct application for nitrous oxide/oxygen use in terms of philosophy and psychology in controlling anxiety and pain, the clinical differences between relative analgesia and general anesthesia, the physiology of normal respirations, the side effects of relative analgesia, and identify the four stages of anesthesia, the role of a dental assistant, equipment used to administer nitrous oxide/oxygen and safety measures.
Vol State Health Sciences Continuing Education Courses Gallatin, Hendersonville, Nashville, Classes, CEU, Volunteer State Community College
Nursing Courses
LPN IV Therapy Course (5 days, 8 hours each day)
This course is intended to meet the statewide standardized curriculum for the instruction of LPN’s who practice IV therapy/IV Push administration in keeping with the Board of Nursing position paper defining the scope of practice. This course is designed to offer LPNs the basic knowledge necessary to safely assist the registered nurse in administering and monitoring selected peripheral IV medications under the supervision of the registered nurse. Related anatomy and physiology, IV fluids, delivery methods, pharmacology and administration techniques related to selected drugs, preventing and monitoring for complications in IV therapy, legal and ethical issues, documentation standards, role of RN supervisor, and other topics will be covered. Pre-requisites: un-encumbered license, satisfactory performance evaluation, and reference from supervisor.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (14 hours, 2 days)
The NRP Provider course is a training program designed for healthcare providers whose job responsibilities may require them to participate in neonatal resuscitation. This course has been designed to teach and evidenced-based approach to resuscitation of the newly born. The causes, prevention, and management of mild to severe neonatal asphyxia are carefully explained to that health care professionals may develop optimal knowledge and skill in resuscitation. The Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) is based upon the guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Neonatal Resuscitation Renewal Program (5 hour)
The NRP Provider course is a training program designed for healthcare providers whose job responsibilities may require them to participate in neonatal resuscitation. This course has been designed to teach and evidenced-based approach to resuscitation of the newly born. The causes, prevention, and management of mild to severe neonatal asphyxia are carefully explained to that health care professionals may develop optimal knowledge and skill in resuscitation. The Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) is based upon the guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Pre-requisites:
· Must have a copy of your current NRP Provider card
Vol State Health Sciences Continuing Education Courses Gallatin, Hendersonville, Nashville, Classes, CEU, Volunteer State Community College
This course is intended to meet the statewide standardized curriculum for the instruction of LPN’s who practice IV therapy/IV Push administration in keeping with the Board of Nursing position paper defining the scope of practice. This course is designed to offer LPNs the basic knowledge necessary to safely assist the registered nurse in administering and monitoring selected peripheral IV medications under the supervision of the registered nurse. Related anatomy and physiology, IV fluids, delivery methods, pharmacology and administration techniques related to selected drugs, preventing and monitoring for complications in IV therapy, legal and ethical issues, documentation standards, role of RN supervisor, and other topics will be covered. Pre-requisites: un-encumbered license, satisfactory performance evaluation, and reference from supervisor.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (14 hours, 2 days)
The NRP Provider course is a training program designed for healthcare providers whose job responsibilities may require them to participate in neonatal resuscitation. This course has been designed to teach and evidenced-based approach to resuscitation of the newly born. The causes, prevention, and management of mild to severe neonatal asphyxia are carefully explained to that health care professionals may develop optimal knowledge and skill in resuscitation. The Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) is based upon the guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Neonatal Resuscitation Renewal Program (5 hour)
The NRP Provider course is a training program designed for healthcare providers whose job responsibilities may require them to participate in neonatal resuscitation. This course has been designed to teach and evidenced-based approach to resuscitation of the newly born. The causes, prevention, and management of mild to severe neonatal asphyxia are carefully explained to that health care professionals may develop optimal knowledge and skill in resuscitation. The Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) is based upon the guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Pre-requisites:
· Must have a copy of your current NRP Provider card
Vol State Health Sciences Continuing Education Courses Gallatin, Hendersonville, Nashville, Classes, CEU, Volunteer State Community College
EMT and Paramedic Courses
NREMT-Basic Refresher (3 days, 8 hours each)
This course is an approved 24 hour DOT National Standard EMT-Basic Refresher, which covers all modules of the EMT Basic curriculum plus skills review and practice. This course is designed for the EMT Basic completing the 24 hour refresher requirement, EMT Basic’s completing CEU’s, EMT Basic candidates in need of assistance in successfully completing the NREMT-B exam, and “Re-entry” students or EMT’s who have allowed their National Registry Certification to lapse within a 2 year period. Classroom discussion, skills practice, and group activities will be conducted during this 24 hour course.
NREMT-Paramedic Refresher (6 days, 8 hours each)
This course is an approved 48 hour DOT National Standard EMT-Paramedic Refresher, which covers both Mandatory and Flexible Core Content. Topics include: Airway and Breathing, Cardiology, Medical Emergencies, Trauma, and Obstetrics with Pediatrics. This course is designed for the experienced paramedic to refresh your memory and learn the latest skills and techniques, paramedics in need of completing CEU’s only, paramedic candidates in need of assistance in successfully completing the NREMT-P exam, and
“Re-entry” students or Paramedics who have allowed their National Registry Certification to lapse within a 2 year period. Classroom discussion, skills practice, and group activities will be conducted during this 48 hour course.
EMT Extended Skills/Reciprocity Course (5 days, 8 hours each didactic and one day, 10 hour clinical component) The State of Tennessee's EMT Extended Skills Curriculum is a 40 hour didactic and 10- hours of clinical experience course that prepares EMT-Basics to perform advanced skills. The 10-hour clinical rotation occurs the week following the didactic training. The clinical rotation is from 9:00 am – 7:00 pm in a local Emergency Department. Course content will include the following:
· Intravenous Fluid Initiation
· Intravenous Administration of D50W
· Emergency Pharmacology and Medication Administration
· Multi-lumen Airway Devices
*Testing for licensure by the State EMS Division is usually scheduled within one month after course completion.
Pre-requisites:
· Submission of a medical statement signed by your physician
· Submission of a background check. A list of approved vendors will be provided.
· Verification of professional liability coverage. If liability coverage is needed, a list of vendors will be provided to you.
· Copy of current CPR card and current EMT license
· Submit 50% deposit of payment no later than 2 weeks prior to class to confirm reserved seating. Balance of course fees is due no later that Day 1 of the course.
Visit the State EMS web-site http://health.state.tn.us/ems to determine additional reciprocity requirements by the State.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (14 hours, 2 days)
The NRP Provider course is a training program designed for healthcare providers whose job responsibilities may require them to participate in neonatal resuscitation. This course has been designed to teach and evidenced-based approach to resuscitation of the newly born. The causes, prevention, and management of mild to severe neonatal asphyxia are carefully explained to that health care professionals may develop optimal knowledge and skill in resuscitation. The Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) is based upon the guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Neonatal Resuscitation Renewal Program (5 hour)
The NRP Provider course is a training program designed for healthcare providers whose job responsibilities may require them to participate in neonatal resuscitation. This course has been designed to teach and evidenced-based approach to resuscitation of the newly born. The causes, prevention, and management of mild to severe neonatal asphyxia are carefully explained to that health care professionals may develop optimal knowledge and skill in resuscitation. The Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) is based upon the guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Pre-requisites:
· Must have a copy of your current NRP Provider card
Vol State Health Sciences Continuing Education Courses Gallatin, Hendersonville, Nashville, Classes, CEU, Volunteer State Community College
This course is an approved 24 hour DOT National Standard EMT-Basic Refresher, which covers all modules of the EMT Basic curriculum plus skills review and practice. This course is designed for the EMT Basic completing the 24 hour refresher requirement, EMT Basic’s completing CEU’s, EMT Basic candidates in need of assistance in successfully completing the NREMT-B exam, and “Re-entry” students or EMT’s who have allowed their National Registry Certification to lapse within a 2 year period. Classroom discussion, skills practice, and group activities will be conducted during this 24 hour course.
NREMT-Paramedic Refresher (6 days, 8 hours each)
This course is an approved 48 hour DOT National Standard EMT-Paramedic Refresher, which covers both Mandatory and Flexible Core Content. Topics include: Airway and Breathing, Cardiology, Medical Emergencies, Trauma, and Obstetrics with Pediatrics. This course is designed for the experienced paramedic to refresh your memory and learn the latest skills and techniques, paramedics in need of completing CEU’s only, paramedic candidates in need of assistance in successfully completing the NREMT-P exam, and
“Re-entry” students or Paramedics who have allowed their National Registry Certification to lapse within a 2 year period. Classroom discussion, skills practice, and group activities will be conducted during this 48 hour course.
EMT Extended Skills/Reciprocity Course (5 days, 8 hours each didactic and one day, 10 hour clinical component) The State of Tennessee's EMT Extended Skills Curriculum is a 40 hour didactic and 10- hours of clinical experience course that prepares EMT-Basics to perform advanced skills. The 10-hour clinical rotation occurs the week following the didactic training. The clinical rotation is from 9:00 am – 7:00 pm in a local Emergency Department. Course content will include the following:
· Intravenous Fluid Initiation
· Intravenous Administration of D50W
· Emergency Pharmacology and Medication Administration
· Multi-lumen Airway Devices
*Testing for licensure by the State EMS Division is usually scheduled within one month after course completion.
Pre-requisites:
· Submission of a medical statement signed by your physician
· Submission of a background check. A list of approved vendors will be provided.
· Verification of professional liability coverage. If liability coverage is needed, a list of vendors will be provided to you.
· Copy of current CPR card and current EMT license
· Submit 50% deposit of payment no later than 2 weeks prior to class to confirm reserved seating. Balance of course fees is due no later that Day 1 of the course.
Visit the State EMS web-site http://health.state.tn.us/ems to determine additional reciprocity requirements by the State.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (14 hours, 2 days)
The NRP Provider course is a training program designed for healthcare providers whose job responsibilities may require them to participate in neonatal resuscitation. This course has been designed to teach and evidenced-based approach to resuscitation of the newly born. The causes, prevention, and management of mild to severe neonatal asphyxia are carefully explained to that health care professionals may develop optimal knowledge and skill in resuscitation. The Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) is based upon the guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Neonatal Resuscitation Renewal Program (5 hour)
The NRP Provider course is a training program designed for healthcare providers whose job responsibilities may require them to participate in neonatal resuscitation. This course has been designed to teach and evidenced-based approach to resuscitation of the newly born. The causes, prevention, and management of mild to severe neonatal asphyxia are carefully explained to that health care professionals may develop optimal knowledge and skill in resuscitation. The Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) is based upon the guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Pre-requisites:
· Must have a copy of your current NRP Provider card
Vol State Health Sciences Continuing Education Courses Gallatin, Hendersonville, Nashville, Classes, CEU, Volunteer State Community College
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