Obtaining a CPR Certification in Connecticut has never been easier or more convenient. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Code One launched BEACON – an innovative program combining American Heart Association online training with an individual skills appointment using RQI 1 Stop® technology. BEACON (short for BE A CONfident Rescuer) enhances learner knowledge and skills …
Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow so that means spring and summer are just around the corner! For Connecticut Summer Camp Directors, this also means that planning is well under way for another safe and successful year for the thousands of children that will be attending camp in just a few months. Connecticut’s Office of Early …
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Updated December 28, 2021 UPDATE: NREMT has removed the limits on distributive education for providers expiring March 31, 2022. Connecticut has also removed limits on distributive education for all EMS providers expiring through December 31, 2022. All continuing education hours for NREMT and/or Connecticut renewal may be obtained through pre-recorded distributive learning modules. Code One’s …
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 …
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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Updated March 22, 2022 Childcare Providers in Connecticut are required to be licensed with the Office of Early Childhood (OEC) – this includes Family Daycare Homes, Group Daycare Homes, and Child Daycare Centers. OEC has numerous requirements which focus on the safety and wellbeing of the children attending daycare. There are a couple particular regulations …
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Our previous article What is the Cost of EMT Training provided a range of EMT course prices and a few ways to evaluate the cost of a class. In this article we will discuss scholarship and financial aide opportunities that exist when it comes to affording EMT training. Since EMT programs in Connecticut are approved …
Working as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a rewarding and challenging career. There aren’t many jobs where you get to work outside of an office providing emergency care for your neighbors when they need it most. Whether you are extricating a driver from a mangled vehicle or transporting a patient with trouble breathing to …
As states begin the tedious process of safely restarting their economies this month, schools, colleges, and universities are determining the best plan to reopen for students. EMT training is among the more challenging programs to deliver using distance learning. EMT students combine cognitive material with practical skills to identify and treat injuries and illnesses. Practical …
If your Connecticut EMT certification has recently expired, you may be eligible for a simple reinstatement to get EMT recertification for an additional two year period. Connecticut OEMS requires certifications be expired for less than two years for EMTs to get reinstatement. You can look up your certification on the Connecticut eLicense website to determine …