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2015 COURSECATALOG

FOR COMMUNITY

MEMBERS AND

HEALTHCARE

PROFESSIONALS

NORTHERN DUTCHESS HOSPITAL

PUTNAM HOSPITAL CENTER

VASSAR BROTHERS MEDICAL CENTER

Wilderness First Aid

Child Safety Seat Check

Pet First Aid, CPR and Disaster Preparedness

Sports First Aid and Injury Prevention

AHA Friends and Family CPR AED Course

AHA Heartsaver First Aid

Babysitting Preparedness

AHA Heartsaver CPR and AED for Adult, Child and Infant

AHA Pediatric First Aid CPR AED

AHA Heartsaver First Aid and CPR AED Combination

Course for Adult, Child and Infant

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor

AHA BLS for the Healthcare Provider Certification

AHA BLS for the Healthcare Provider Renewal

AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

AHA ACLS Renewal

AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

AHA PALS Renewal

AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Instructor

AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Instructor

2015 COURSE CATALOG

FOR COMMUNITYMEMBERS

FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS

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Wilderness First AidThis is 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 by teaching to create makeshift items in your environment 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.

2-day course running 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM both days. Call (845) 475-9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $150 (includes text and materials).

COMMUNITY EDUCATION COURSES

Locations and Dates:

NDH — April 18 and 19

PHC — June 27 and 28

VBMC — September 26 and 27

Child Safety Seat CheckAt this event, parents and caregivers learn what type of safety seat or seat belt 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’s manufacturer and explain the limits of the car seat.

Appointments are required. Please call our office to schedule yours at (845) 475-9746.

Locations:

NDH, PHC and

HQ Community Education at:

1351 Route 55, Suite 200, LaGrangeville

Pet First Aid, CPR and Disaster Preparedness This course is designed for pet owners and pet caregivers. It covers common health and safety-related issues for dogs and cats, first aid basics, CPR, choking maneuvers for pets, when to seek professional care and disaster planning for your pet. You practice your skills on life-like pet manikins. Course completion results in a certification card valid for three years from the Emergency Care and Safety Institute.

1-day course running 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Call (845) 475-9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $45 (includes text and materials).

NDH — May 9, November 14

PHC — March 1, September 28

VBMC — July 11


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Sports First Aid and Injury Prevention

Developed 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 sports-related 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 NYS 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.



NDH — July 25

PHC — May 16

VBMC — August 29

American Heart Association Friends and Family CPR AED

This course teaches the lifesaving skills of adult Hands-Only® CPR, child CPR with breaths, adult and child 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.


NDH — February 15, October 17

PHC — September 12



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American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid

This course covers basic first aid for trauma and illness, maneuvers for choking victims and environmental emergencies. It does not cover CPR, but you may take this course in conjunction with a CPR AED course. Course completion results in a certification card valid for two years from the American Heart Association. This course meets requirements for day care workers, construction workers, day camp counselors, security, students and many other community professions. This course does NOT meet the requirements for NYS coaches. Please see the Sports First Aid and Injury Prevention course to meet that requirement.

1-day course running 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Call (845) 475-9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $50 (includes text and materials).


NDH — August 28

PHC — May 24 (8:30 AM–12:30 PM)

VBMC — November 13

Babysitting Preparedness

Our approach to emergencies has changed over the years and this course will make sure your skills are aligned with today’s guidelines for care. 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, but expecting parents and grandparents take it also. 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.

1-day course running 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Participants must bring a lunch to class. Call (845) 475-9742 to register and pay. Note that this is a very popular course and fills up quickly! Class size is limited. Cost: $45 (includes texts and materials).


NDH — February 28, July 18, October 10

PHC — April 11, August 30

VBMC — June 28


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American Heart Association Pediatric First Aid CPR AED

This 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 Child Care 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 the BLS for the healthcare providers course.

1-day course running 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Call (845) 475-9742 to register and pay. Cost: $100 (includes text and materials).

American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR and AED for Adult, Child and Infant

This course covers basic CPR techniques, maneuvers for choking victims and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator. Instruction is provided for 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.




NDH — July 19, August 29

PHC — May 23

VBMC — April 18, September 13, November 14

NDH — May 16

PHC — February 22

VBMC — November 8


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American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid and CPR AED Combination Course for Adult, Child and Infant

This course covers basic first aid, CPR techniques, maneuvers for choking victims and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator. Instruction is provided for Adult, Child and Infant. This course is suitable for day care workers, construction workers, camp counselors and many other community professions. It is NOT suitable for healthcare providers. Course completion results in a certification card valid for two years from the American Heart Association.



NDH — March 14, June 27

PHC — October 3

VBMC — January 17

LIFE SUPPORT TRAINING FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor

This 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 CPR Pro or CPR 1-2-3 will be accepted). Prior teaching experience is beneficial. This course will allow you to teach AHA BLS and Heartsaver courses. This is a multipart course consisting of online training that must be completed prior to the classroom-based training. You are also required to observe a class being taught and then be monitored by training center faculty teaching on your own. You must successfully complete all steps within five months. Course completion results in a certification card valid for two years from the American Heart Association.

1-day course running 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Call (845) 475-9742 to pay by Visa, Mastercard or Discover over the phone in order to receive your online access key and books prior to the class start date. Cost: $300 (includes texts).


VBMC — February 7, May 2, November 11


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American Heart Association BLS for the Healthcare Provider Renewal

This is a recertification course for BLS healthcare providers. You must have a current BLS certification to take it. It is designed for lifeguards, doctors, nurses, EMTs, physical therapists, dentists and other healthcare professionals. Course completion results in a certification card valid for two years from the American Heart Association.

1-day course running 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Call (845) 475-9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $50.



VBMC — January 23, February 20, March 27, April 24, May 15,

June 19, July 24, August 21, September 18, October 23,

November 20, December 11

American Heart Association BLS for the Healthcare Provider Certification

Designed for lifeguards, doctors, nurses, EMTs, physical therapists, dentists and other healthcare professionals, this course teaches how to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner. Course completion results in a certification card valid for two years from the American Heart Association.

1-day course running 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Call (845) 475-9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $75 (includes text).


NDH — June 13, July 25, August 8

VBMC — January 24, February 21, March 28, April 25, May 16,

June 20, July 25, August 22, September 19, October 24,

November 21, December 12

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American Heart Association ACLS Renewal

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

1-day course running 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Call (845) 475-9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $150.


VBMC — January 25 (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM), May 31 (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM),

June 27, July 18, August 15, October 25, November 22

American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac 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. You must have a current BLS certification to take this course. Course completion results in a two-year ACLS certification from the American Heart Association.

2-day course running 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM both days. Call (845) 475-9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $300 (includes text).


VBMC — February 21 and 22 (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM), April 18

and 19, August 29 and 30


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American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Renewal

This course is a recertification for the PALS course. You must be currently certified in PALS to take it. Course completion results in a two-year PALS certification card from the American Heart Association.

1-day course running 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Call (845) 475-9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $150.


VBMC — March 22 (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM), May 23, August 1,

November 15 (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

This course is for healthcare providers who initiate and direct advanced life support in pediatric emergencies. You must be currently certified as a BLS healthcare provider to take it. It 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.

2-day course running 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM both days. Call (845) 475-9742 to register and pay. Class size is limited. Cost: $300 (includes text).


VBMC — April 11 and 12, June 6 and 7,

September 26 and 27 (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

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American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Instructor

This 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 and AHA ACLS certification are required (They must be AHA certifications. No other type of CPR or ACLS, such as CPR Pro or CPR 1-2-3, will be accepted). Prior teaching experience is beneficial. This is a multipart course consisting of online training that must be completed prior to the classroom-based training. You are also required to observe a class being taught and then be monitored by Training Center faculty teaching on your own. You must successfully complete all steps within five months. Course completion results in a certification card valid for two years from the American Heart Association allowing you to teach ACLS Provider and renewal courses.


VBMC — January 11

American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Instructor

This 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 and AHA PALS certification are required (They must be AHA certifications. No other type of CPR or PALS, such as CPR Pro or CPR 1-2-3 will be accepted). Prior teaching experience is beneficial. This is a multi-part course consisting of online training that must be completed prior to the classroom-based training. You are also required to observe a class being taught and then be monitored by Training Center faculty teaching on your own. You must successfully complete all steps within five months. Course completion results in a certification card valid for two years from the AHA allowing you to teach PALS and PEARS Provider and Renewal courses.



VBMC — March 8


Class Locations:

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

Northern Dutchess Hospital (NDH)6511 Springbrook Avenue, Rhinebeck, NY 12572

Putnam Hospital Center (PHC)670 Stoneleigh Avenue, Carmel, NY 10512

Vassar Brothers Medical Center (VBMC)45 Reade Place, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

For More Information:

(845) 475-9742

health-quest.org/CommunityEducation

*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.

Custom Courses

We also 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.

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