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Daycare Center CPR & First Aid Requirements For Massachusetts
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, licensed child care programs are regulated by the Department of Early Education & Care (EEC). Its mission is to support the healthy growth and development of all children by providing high quality programs and resources
How do I know if my Online AHA course is complete?
It’s very important to have your Online American Heart Association (AHA) completed before attending your skills appointment. This ensures that you’re fully prepared for your session and allows your instructor to issue your course completion certification at the end of
“I just need to recertify, what’s the process?”
It’s that time again! Time to renew your provider certifications. Whether it’s BLS, ACLS, PALS, or Heartsaver, Code One offers a few ways you can recertify you American Heart Association certification. We currently provide three unique training options. BEACON, a
AHA Instructor Training Process
Have you ever wondered how the AHA Instructor Training Process works? It can get confusing, but this article will help walk you through the process from start to finish. If you’re interested in becoming an instructor and still have questions
Who Is Qualified To Perform Inspections On AEDs?
I was recently asked “Who is qualified to perform routine inspections of automated external defibrillators (AEDs)?” My short answer is everyone and anyone but as with most things, there is room for an expanded discussion and some clarification. Bear in
In Connecticut, what do I need to become an EMR or EMT?
Connecticut follows the National Registration of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) program for both Emergency Medical Responders (EMR) and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT). If you wish to apply for certification in another state, please review their guidelines and requirements noted with
Am I A Healthcare Provider?
As the slate of CPR programs offered by the American Heart Association has a few choices, one of the things that needs determining is which level do you need? Is it BLS Provider or Heartsaver for instance? Let’s focus on
Can I Be Sued For Doing CPR?
I drove into Savannah to teach a CPR class last week . Along the way are a large number of roadside billboards. The closer to the city, the more signs. Big signs, bright signs, attention grabbing signs. And each one
Is advanced ECG & Pharmacology the same as ACLS?
Very often we are asked if the advanced ECG and Pharmacology course is the same as the ACLS course. The answer is No. They are two different courses. Let’s analyze each of them to understand the similarities and the differences.
CPR and First Aid Requirements for Childcare Providers
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
Is there a difference between AHA, ARC and other training programs that I should be aware of?
The American Heart Association (AHA) is a research-based organization that provides guidance and evidence-based standards to other organizations like the American Red Cross (ARC) for many years. The AHA has funded more than $4.5 billion in heart disease and stroke
Why is my EMR or EMT paperwork taking so long to process? How long does it typically take?
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