A few months ago I signed a Licensed Training Provider Agreement with the American Red Cross. Several organizations in the area have switched from requiring American Heart Association (AHA) certification to American Red Cross (ARC) certification. There are not a
It’s the season for certifying Guides, Mariners, and Charter Boat Captains
I am so fortunate to live and work on the NH Seacoast. I am close to the ocean, mountains, lakes, ponds, and all the hiking and outdoor adventures that I can image… and probably some that I can’t. It’s still
Separated Teamwork
I’ve been teaching the ‘Pandemic Edition’ of BLS, CPR AED, and First Aid for several months now to keep my class participants safe and healthy. A few weeks ago the term ‘Separate Teamwork’ came to mind in a class. And
Health & Safety Update 9/1/2020
It’s been a busy, but fun summer resuming classes! I’ve re-arranged the classroom multiple times, moved things out, added things, and am continually looking at how to continue Safely Teaching Safety. This is my new tag line. Safely Teaching Safety.
Health & Safety Update 5/4/2020
Today I am resuming my regular class schedule. However, there will be several restrictions and guidelines in place to keep everyone safe and healthy. What I have done to keep the classroom safe for all to participate: Max class size
Health and Safety Update 4/6/2020
A few days ago the CDC recommended wearing face masks. I ordered masks for my classroom a few weeks ago and they haven’t arrived yet. I *might* get them by May. In the interim I have cloth masks. A few
COVID-19 and CPR classes
Yesterday the American Heart Association released a statement on COVID-19 – the Coronavirus – and how we should make adjustments in our BLS and CPR classes. Their statement can be found here: AHA COVID-19 How does this impact your upcoming
Just how long do you have that eBook for?
I was asked by a course participant how long she had access to her BLS eBook. She thought it was just 2 years. So I called the AHA to ask. When you purchase an AHA eBook, or choose to receive
CPR Feedback Devices
Almost 2 years ago I upgraded my adult mannequins to provide assisted feedback. I was worried it would make skills practice ‘game-like’ and well, I was sooooo wrong. Assisted feedback devices measure the depth, recoil, and rate of chest compressions
AHA eCards
Over the past few months I have been switching over to the new eCards from the American Heart Association. They’re digital, can be emailed directly to the class participant, and everyone receives their certification card a lot more quickly. There