Top Questions from CentreLearn LMS Administrators

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Our Client Services team continually fields questions from the LMS administrators of Fire departments and EMS agencies that use CentreLearn.

The top questions are:

• How do I add and remove a user?
• How do I create a task?
• How to upload their own material?
• How to see who has done what in their system? (reports)
• How to update a user’s information?
• User Levels. (another big one)
• How to do Team Learning?

We welcome admins to call us anytime with questions and enjoy walking them through the steps to complete the functionality they need. We also have support guides in the Library tab, wizards inside the LMS, and provide numerous how-to videos.

Video: Manage Users (including how to add a user)

Video: Update a User Profile

Video: Create a Task

Video: Run a report (see who has done what)

Video: Team Learning

Musculoskeletal Trauma: 3 CentreLearn EMS Continuing Education Courses

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Musculoskeletal Injury CE Available Right Now 

The CentreLearn Learning Management System features hundreds of hours of accredited online training videos for EMTs, Paramedics, and Firefighters, including these courses on Musculoskeletal Injuries.

Departments can either assign courses to their personnel or provide them access to the large library so they may complete courses on their own schedule. Individuals can access these CECBEMS accredited courses on Musculoskeletal Injury through RapidCE.com.

Unstable Pelvic Fractures and Emergency Stabilization
Patients with unstable pelvic fractures are at a high risk of fatality from major blood loss. Understanding the anatomy of the pelvis and surrounding structures and the types of pelvic fractures that can occur helps the EMS professional recognize and provide in-field stabilization of a pelvic fracture. There are several methods to stabilize a fractured pelvis, but all share the goal of circumferential compression and reduction.

Objectives

• Review anatomy of the pelvis and the structures protected by the pelvis
• Describe mechanisms of injury for pelvic fractures
• Assess pelvic fracture instability
• Describe methods to stabilize a pelvic fracture

Hip Fracture Assessment and Treatment
Most hip fractures happen to elderly patients in their homes, and it is unlikely they can self-transport to the emergency department. Instead, they summon EMS. Falls are the leading cause of injury related deaths in elderly patients. In this course we review hip anatomy and physiology, in addition to causes of hip fractures, injury assessment, and treatment of a hip fracture.

Objectives

• Review hip anatomy and physiology 
• Explore causes of a hip fracture 
• Discuss assessment of a hip fracture 
• Explain hip fracture treatments 
• Encourage EMS participation in elderly fall prevention programs

Assessment and Treatment of Ankle Injuries
The ankle is critical for movement. Each step puts 1.5 times our body weight of pressure on the ankle. Ankle injuries from trips and falls account for over 14.2 million annual physician visits, but only 15% of these injuries are fractures. This course will review ankle and foot anatomy, explore mechanisms of injury, and teach methods to perform a thorough ankle examination and apply appropriate treatments. 

Objectives

• Discuss the anatomy and function of the ankle joint and the foot 
• Review the kinematics and mechanisms of injury for the ankle
• Learn to perform a thorough examination of the ankle
• Apply appropriate treatments for an injured ankle

Browse the full catalog of CentreLearn EMS and Fire courses. 

New Course Announcement: Vehicle Extrication Safety

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Firefighters are frequently called to provide vehicle extrication at motor vehicle collisions. Vehicle extrication is the process of preparing the vehicle so that medical personnel may remove patients from it. This course is an overview of the importance of safely and effectively performing vehicle extrication.

Course Objectives:

• Identify the hazards of working on highways and roadways
• Learn how to accurately size-up an accident scene and make it as safe as possible for workers 
• Learn how to assess the need to extricate patients and safely accomplish extrications for various vehicle types

Hundreds of CE Courses
The CentreLearn Learning Management System features hundreds of hours of accredited online training videos for EMTs, Paramedics, and Firefighters.

Departments can either assign courses to their personnel or provide them access to the large library so they may complete courses on their own schedule. Individuals can access all CentreLearn CECBEMS accredited EMS courses and dozens of other courses on fire suppression topics through RapidCE.com.

CE Article: Acute Altered Mental Status in Elderly Patients

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CONTINUING EDUCATION FROM EMS WORLD MAGAZINE and RAPIDCE.com

One of the most challenging problems with altered mental status can be determining its etiology. Unfortunately, acute altered mental status often goes unrecognized. It can be extremely difficult to distinguish subtle mental status changes in patients a provider has not met before. Delirium is one cause of acute altered mental status that is particularly difficult to identify. Even emergency department physicians struggle to recognize delirium and only identify it in 35% of patients with acute changes. While diagnostic checklists for identifying delirium are being developed, they are far from perfect. This EMSWorld.com CE article discusses causes of delirium and acute altered mental status in geriatric patients.

Read the full article at EMSWorld.com.

Article Objectives:

• Discuss epidemiology of elderly patient population
• Review sepsis as cause of altered mental status
• Review subacute subdural hematoma as cause of altered mental status
• Discuss prehospital assessment and management of these patient groups

This CE activity is approved by EMS World Magazine, an organization accredited by the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS), for 1.5 CEUs. To earn your credits, go to www.rapidce.com.

Train Better Memo: May 2013

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CentreLearn Train Better Memo - May 2013 from Greg Friese

Links in this edition of the Train Better Memo

• How to contact us
• Course Announcement: Child Abuse: An EMS Professional's Roles and Responsibilities
• Course Announcement: Fire Alarm Systems 
• CentreLearn CE Course Catalogs
• CE Webinar Recap: Difficult Student Behaviors
• RescueDigest Resources: Difficult Student Behaviors
• CE Webinar: Student Centered Education in a Digital World
• Visit with CentreLearn account managers at Fire 2013 (Verona, NY June 12-15) 
• May training webinars for administrators topics and schedule
• Connect with CentreLearn on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube
• Watch Videos of Common Administrator Tasks

CE Article: Managing Psychiatric Emergencies

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CONTINUING EDUCATION FROM EMS WORLD MAGAZINE and RAPIDCE.com

Psychiatric disorders are an epidemic problem across the United States and the world. Despite the high frequency of psychiatric emergencies, there has been a shift from inpatient to outpatient psychiatric care. Despite all of this, the EMS provider’s ability to understand, assess, and manage these emergencies remains poor. This article discusses common emergencies, reviews assessment, and management strategies and discusses signs of suicidal ideations.

Read the full article at EMSWorld.com.

Article Objectives:

• Discuss psychiatric emergencies commonly managed by prehospital providers
• Review assessment and management strategies
• Discuss signs of suicidal ideations

This CE activity is approved by EMS World Magazine, an organization accredited by the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS), for 1.0 CEUs. To earn your credits, go to www.rapidce.com.

New Courses from 24-7 EMS: Pediatric Airway Management, 12-Lead ECG, and Trauma Assessment

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New Courses are now available in the 24-7 EMS Course Portfolios.

4.12.1 Pediatric Airway Management
EMS responders need to employ a strategic, often creative approach to gathering the necessary information required to assess and treat children with respiratory illnesses. Sick children are some of the most anxiety-provoking patients for EMS responders. Most EMS responders do not have a lot of experience dealing with sick children due to the relatively low number of pediatric calls. Differentiating between upper and lower airway problems requires an understanding of pediatric respiratory anatomy and physiology. By training specifically in this area, EMS responders can avoid very common mistakes in the differential diagnosis of the most common pediatric respiratory illnesses. This program provides an overview of pediatric respiratory anatomy and physiology, emphasizes the importance of Basic Life Support (BLS) airway support and management, demonstrates how to differentiate among the most common airway problems, and uses clinical experience to explain how common pediatric respiratory issues can be better assessed in the field.

4.12.2 12-Lead Electrocardiogram (ECG) 
This program will provide paramedics and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) with a review of the importance of 12-Lead ECGs, explains how to correctly apply the chest and limb electrodes for an accurate reading, and offers an update on best practices. Differentiating between an acute myocardial infarction (AMI), ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), and non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) can have a significant impact on the transport and treatment decisions for a patient. As such, it is a best practice to use a 12-Lead ECG for any patient showing the clinical presentation of cardiac chest pain, or acute coronary syndrome, as a 12-Lead ECG provides a more panoramic view of the heart than a basic 3- or 4-Lead ECG.

1.13.1 Trauma Assessment
Trauma can result from any kind of accident a patient might experience, ranging from falling down stairs to being involved in a motor vehicle collision. Trauma assessment is a critical skill for all EMS responders. Primary trauma assessment is performed on all patients to determine if airway, breathing, or circulation may be compromised. Secondary trauma assessment occurs when a patient’s primary assessment concerns of airway, breathing, and circulation have been addressed. Ongoing trauma assessments are used to evaluate the condition of the patient and determine the effectiveness of treatment. This program reviews the importance and basic steps of a systematic approach to primary, secondary, and ongoing trauma assessments. The process of conducting a thorough scene size-up prior to assessing for trauma is also reviewed.

The 24-7 EMS content has been extensively revised and the following courses are now available again:

• 2.05.2 Summer Emergencies 
• 3.05.3 Report Writing 
• 2.08.2 Seizures 
• 2.08.3 Extrication & Patient Packaging 
• 4.08.1 Bariatric Patient: Care & Transport 
• 4.08.2 Crush Injuries 

The CentreLearn learning management system distributes the 24-7 EMS catalog of online training videos for EMTs and Paramedics. Organizations that use CentreLearn can pair our extensive library of EMS continuing education courses with the robust 24-7 EMS catalog.

Hot Weather Emergencies: 3 CentreLearn EMS Continuing Education Courses

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Environmental Emergency CE Available Right Now 

The CentreLearn Learning Management System features hundreds of hours of accredited online training videos for EMTs, Paramedics, and Firefighters, including these courses on Environmental Emergencies.

Departments can either assign courses to their personnel or provide them access to the large library so they may complete courses on their own schedule. Individuals can access these CECBEMS accredited courses on Environmental Emergencies through RapidCE.com.

Recognition and Treatment of Heat Emergencies
The body is most comfortable and efficient in a narrow temperature range. A complex arrangement of sensation and feedback mechanisms work continuously to maintain a normal core temperature. Every year, thousands of Americans are treated for heat emergencies and several hundred patients are killed by heat stroke every year. With this course, learn to recognize and treat heat emergencies.

Objectives

• Review the physiology of thermoregulation
• Explore causes of heat emergencies
• Identify patients at increased risk of heat emergencies
• Differentiate types of heat emergencies
• Understand techniques to assess and treat heat emergencies

Assessment and Treatment of Submersion Injuries
Emergency responders are called to assist with dangerous water rescue situations, such as a child that has fallen through the ice. But most submersion injuries occur a short distance from safety, in places like a bathtub or home swimming pool. This presentation focuses on the submersion injuries of drowning and near drowning. With this course, learn causes, extrication considerations, and assessment and treatment of submersion injuries.

Objectives

• Discuss submersion injury statistics 
• Explain causes of submersion injuries 
• Understand submersion injury patterns 
• Explore rescue and extrication considerations for submersion injury patients 
• Describe assessment and treatment of a submersion injury patient 

Emergency Responder Rehabilitation
Rehab is a place, an action, and an outcome. The goal of emergency operations rehab is to minimize stress and heat related illness and death with medical monitoring, and rapid response, as well as rest, food, and fluid interventions. With this course, learn about the need for medical monitoring and rehab, common injuries during emergency incidents and training events, rehab practices, and key components of a rehab protocol.

Objectives

• Understand the need for medical monitoring and rehabilitation during emergency operations and training exercises 
• Identify common injuries and their causes during emergency operations 
• Assess emergency responders for illness or injury in the rehab area 
• Treat emergency responders in the rehab area 
• Discuss key components of a protocol for EMS support of emergency operations

Browse the full catalog of CentreLearn EMS and Fire courses. 

May 2013 Scheduled Trainings and Workshops

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CentreLearn is offering free, scheduled trainings for various components of the LMS. These trainings are geared towards all administrators, whether you're new to CentreLearn or a long-standing customer looking for a refresher! You can register for an upcoming session by clicking on one of the links below, and as always, if you have any questions, please call us at 877-435-9309!


Introduction to CentreLearn
Geared towards Administrators who have had little to no training on CentreLearn, this webinar provides a basic overview of the LMS. In this training session, we walk through a typical “Day in the Life” of a CentreLearn Admin, demonstrating some common day-to-day tasks that most administrators perform. Topics include basic navigation of CentreLearn, common administrative tasks, most effective time-saver tools, and how to receive support and additional training.

Scheduled Dates:
Tue, May 7, 2013 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EST - https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/169893264
Thu, May 23, 2013 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM EST - https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/663575449

Compliance Guard Overview

This training session will provide an overview of CentreLearn Compliance Guard. In this training, we will cover an overview of Compliance Guard components, understanding how to manage User Certifications and Cards, and understanding how to enter External CE Records.

Scheduled Dates:
Wed, May 1, 2013 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EST - https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/279660945

CentreLearn Administrator Workshop – Managing Groups and Users

This training is for the administrator that is already familiar with the basic navigation of CentreLearn. Topics include: managing Groups and Users, course assignment, generating useful reports, understanding different administrative levels, and using communication tools.

Scheduled Dates:
Wed, May 8, 2013 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EST - https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/514952320

Compliance Guard Workshop – External Records and Best Practices

This CentreLearn workshop will feature a more in-depth look at creating and managing External CE records, as well as Best Practices for Compliance Guard.

Scheduled Dates:
Wed, May 22, 2013 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM EST - https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/721185121

Do you have suggestions for future webinars? What other areas would you like to see covered? Please let us know in the comments!

Please note, you must register for trainings.

• Registration for all trainings will close 30 minutes before the webinar start time. 
• In order to attend training, you must have an active CentreLearn account with the appropriate user level and privileges. 
• You may join us for as many or as few sessions as you'd like! 

CentreLearn Educator Methodology Webinar: Student-Centered Education

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Educator Methodology Webinar:

Student-Centered Education In The Digital Age: New Paradigms in Education for New Tools in the Classroom

Tuesday, June 4, 2013 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM ET

Reserve your seat for this free webinar for EMS and fire educators. 

Description:

Web and mobile technology already give EMS students and experienced field providers greater accessibility and flexibility in the way that they connect with information. Student-centered teaching methods encourage learners to process and apply information in the same ways that they will need to or already do as field providers. This program explores not just tools, tips, and tricks, but methods to fundamentally transform the “user experience” by emphasizing dynamic application of knowledge through student-centered education methods and activities.

Learning objectives:
1.Student-centered learning theory and its application to education in emergency services education.
2.Tools and methods to improve information access and engagement for students using both synchronous and asynchronous learning.
3.Student-centered approaches to increase students’ ability to apply their knowledge in dynamically changing environments.

About Rom Duckworth
Rom Duckworth has more than twenty years of experience working as a career and volunteer fire officer, paramedic, and hospital-based healthcare educator. He is a regular contributor to research programs, conferences, magazines, and textbooks on topics of field operations, leadership, education and career development in emergency services.

Reserve your seat for this free webinar for EMS and fire educators. 

This continuing education activity is approved by the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS).

New Courses from 24-7 EMS: Bloodborne Pathogens, Capnography, IO Access

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New Courses are now available in the 24-7 EMS Courses Portfolios.

Bloodborne Pathogens
Recognition of the risk of exposure to disease through contact with human blood and other potentially infectious material is of vital importance to individuals who engage in occupational activities that require such contact. This course reviews risk of infection statistics, exposure definitions, prevention methods, post-exposure first aid and procedures, current testing and treatment methods, and post-exposure follow-up.

Capnography
Capnography is a technology that provides a graphic picture and an objective measure of a patient’s ventilatory status. Capnography presents an early warning of changes in a patient’s perfusion status, identifies changes in a patient’s metabolism, and supplies important documentation for patient assessment. A capnograph measures exhaled carbon dioxide. Any change in capnography waveform can be traced to one or a combination of three things: metabolism, perfusion (flow of blood), and ventilation (flow of breath). The capnograph is already in the responder’s toolbox and is primarily used to verify endotracheal tube placement. While not a new technology, capnography is a hot topic now because of its reference in the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) Guidelines. More states are requiring it as part of their intubation protocol. The purpose of this program is to provide a solid foundation of the importance and use of capnography in emergency medical services. This program provides an overview of the intubated uses of capnography, a summary of the use of capnography in the treatment of asthma, and an in-depth presentation of the less common, non-intubated uses of capnography. This course expands the EMS responders’ knowledge and skills repertoire by identifying more opportunities to use capnography to successfully treat patients.

Intraosseous Vascular Access
Although the most familiar approach to vascular access is the intravenous catheter or IV, the most seriously ill or injured patient often has little or no peripheral circulation allowing for rapid IV access. Fortunately, there is another option: intraosseous (IO) access and infusion. This course provides the guidelines for the proper use of IO devices, outlines the indications and contraindications of IO, and demonstrates why IO can be a viable alternative to IV in an emergency situation.

24-7 EMS Courses Delivered by CentreLearn 

24-7 EMS offers a dynamic visual learning experience for first responders, EMTs, and paramedics. Streaming video brings the reality of the street to online CE training. With 24-7 EMS, delivered in the CentreLearn Learning Management System, you have total control over your training. The lessons are easy to use, implement, and track. Facilitator led classroom or self-paced online options mean training when you want it, where you want it. The scenario-based videos, medical expert interviews, and skill demonstrations used throughout these programs will have your team ready for any challenge. Use 24-7 EMS titles alone, paired with other CentreLearn lessons, classroom materials and hands-on exercises, or in combination with your own uploaded content – the choice is yours!.

Add 24-7 EMS to Your CentreLearn Package

To add 24-7 EMS courses to your CentreLearn package or to learn how your department can use online education to Train Better and Spend Less, contact us or call 877-435-9309.

In the Field: CentreLearn at FDIC 2013

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CentreLearn account managers Michael Rosbach and Sonia Misajlovski are at the 2013 Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, Indiana. Visit them at booth #13037 Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

 

If you can’t make it to FDIC, simply contact us to schedule a demonstration with one of our knowledgeable account managers!

Respiratory Emergencies: 2 More CentreLearn EMS Continuing Education Courses

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Respiratory Emergency CE Available Right Now 

The CentreLearn Learning Management System features hundreds of hours of accredited online training videos for EMTs, Paramedics, and Firefighters, including these courses on Respiratory Emergencies.

Departments can either assign courses to their personnel or provide them access to the large library so they may complete courses on their own schedule. Individuals can access these CECBEMS accredited courses on Respiratory Emergencies through RapidCE.com.

Pandemic Influenza Part 1 and 2
Pandemic influenza epidemics have killed millions of people. It has been ninety years since the last pandemic in the United States. Is our country prepared? Is your department? Are you? Learn about pandemic influenza in this two part series. Part 1 defines pandemic flu including the causes, symptoms and treatment principles.Part 2 reviews pandemic planning and preparation principles for emergency response personnel.

Objectives Part 1

• Define pandemic flu 
• Discuss the causes and symptoms of pandemic flu 
• Review treatment principles for pandemic flu

Objectives Part 2

• Discuss pandemic influenza prevention techniques 
• Overview pandemic planning preparation principles 
• Review pandemic planning guidelines for emergency response personnel 

Avian Influenza
Although avian influenza has not been reported as responsible for any deaths in the United States yet, it will.  When a former Secretary of Health and Human Services resigned in 2004, he cited the avian flu as the item that worried him most. This course defines avian influenza, transmission, and EMS pandemic preparation.

Objectives

• Define avian influenza 
• Discuss transmission of avian influenza 
• Describe what EMS providers can do to be prepared 

Browse the full catalog of CentreLearn EMS and Fire courses. 

New Course from 24-7 EMS: Pregnancy Medical Emergencies

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A new Courses is now available in the 24-7 EMS Course Portfolio.

1.13.2 Pregnancy: Medical Emergencies (Area 10, 91)
Pregnancy and childbirth are natural events; however, even with improved prenatal care, complications can occur. Medical challenges result from increased blood volume and cardiac output, fluid retention, and hormonal changes. Prompt recognition of the common potentially life-threatening medical emergencies for pregnant patients can decrease maternal and infant mortality. This program provides a solid overview of the most common medical emergencies experienced by a pregnant patient. The course focuses on the medical aspects and treatment of these emergencies in the pre-hospital setting.

Revised Courses
The 24-7 EMS content has been extensively revised and the following courses are now available again:

• 1.05.1 Musculoskeletal Emergencies (Area 04, 90)
• 1.05.3 Emergency Driving (Category 2)

The CentreLearn learning management system distributes the 24-7 EMS catalog of online training videos for EMTs and Paramedics. Organizations that use CentreLearn can pair our extensive library of EMS continuing education courses with the robust 24-7 EMS catalog.

Announcement: 24-7 EMS Content Updates

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The CentreLearn learning management system distributes the 24-7 EMS catalog of online training videos for EMTs and Paramedics. Organizations that use CentreLearn can pair our extensive library of EMS continuing education courses with the robust 24-7 EMS catalog.

The CentreLearn Content Production team is working with 24-7 EMS subject matter experts to ensure the 24-7 EMS courses are accurate, up-to-date, and relevant to EMTs and Paramedics. If you would like to add 24-7 EMS or 24-7 Fire content to your CentreLearn subscription, contact us.

• 1.06.3 NIMS: The Role of EMS
• 1.07.1 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning 
• 1.07.2 Head Injuries
• 1.08.1 Bomb Blast Injuries
• 1.08.2 Respiratory Emergency: CPAP
• 2.11.3 EMS Flood Response
• 3.07.1 Entrapped Patients
• 3.07.2 Geriatric Behavioral Emergencies
• 4.04.3 Pediatric Respiratory Emergencies
• 4.07.1 Critical Decision Making
• 4.07.2 Scene Safety: Meth Labs

New Course Announcement: Child Abuse: An EMS Professional’s Role and Responsibilities

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In this course, the role of EMS professional related to assessing, suspecting, and reporting child abuse is

reviewed. The course explains several types of abuse and neglect, and discusses general principles for treatment and assessment. The course concludes with a short discussion of prevention programs. Since the course focuses on general principles, it is important to know and understand specific state or local guidelines applicable to your practice as an EMT or paramedic.

Objectives

• Describe EMS professionals role related to possible child abuse 
• Explain types of abuse and abuse syndromes
• Discuss assessment and management of the pediatric patient who has been abused
• Examine proactive prevention programs

VA OEMS approval granted in Area 08 for this course.

Hundreds of Hours of EMS CE Courses

The CentreLearn Learning Management System features hundreds of hours of accredited online training videos for EMTs, Paramedics, and Firefighters, including this course on an EMS professional's role and responsibilities when responding to known or suspected child abuse.

Departments can either assign courses to their personnel or provide them access to the large library so they may complete courses on their own schedule. Individuals can access this CECBEMS accredited course through RapidCE.com.

Train Better Memo: April 2013

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CentreLearn Train Better Memo - April 2013 from Greg Friese

Links in this edition of the Train Better Memo

• How to contact us
• Use Drills to track all fire house training activities
• CE Webinar: Automatic Transport Ventilators
• CE Webinar: Student Centered Education in a Digital World
• Visit with CentreLearn account managers at FDIC 2013 (Indianapolis, IN April 22 - 27) 
• April training webinars for administrators topics and schedule
• Connect with CentreLearn on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. 
• Watch Videos of Common Administrator Tasks

Difficult Student Behaviors: Educator Methodology Webinar Recap

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On March 12, fire and EMS educator Rom Duckworth presented the first of four 2013 webinars on educator methodology topics. The outstanding presentation differentiated difficult students from difficult student behaviors, and gave attendees techniques and resources to prevent and manage difficult student behaviors.

Comments from Attendees
"Thank you so much for the opportunity. I'm looking forward to the future webinars! LEAST! Fantastic mnemonic for in-class techniques!"
Jon, New York

"Thanks so much Greg and Rom."
Leo, Ohio

"Thanks so much! I really appreciate the opportunity to hear Rom’s answer to my question. :) Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this program. I will definitely be back for more."
Lisa, Pennsylvania

"Good job guys. Thanks."

Thomas, New Jersey

"This was very informative! I enjoyed it!"
Jeffrey, Pennsylvania 

Difficult Student Behavior Resources

Rom has compiled a page of resources on difficult student behaviors. Learn more about Rom's difficult student behaviors presentation that he regularly delivers at EMS and fire conferences.

Upcoming Educational Methodology Training Sessions
Rom is presenting three more educator methodology webinars in 2013. Register now for each of these live training events. There is no cost and the content is well suited for experienced and aspiring fire and EMS educators.

June 4
Student Centered Education In The Digital Age: New Paradigms in Education for New Tools in the Classroom Registration link

September 19
Incorporating Critical Thinking in Education: Teaching Not Just “How”, But “Why” Registration link

December 12
Powerful Presentations: Delivering Effective Communications, Comprehension and Calls to Action Registration link

Register Now!
Register now using the registration links above. "Like" Facebook.com/CentreLearn and subscribe to the CentreLearn blog for updates and additional information about these webinars, as well as firefighter, EMT, and paramedic CE webinars that will be offered throughout 2013.

Course Catalog for Utica National Volunteer Fire Departments

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The Utica VFD online learning system is powered by CentreLearn. View the catalog of courses available to Utica National Volunteer Fire Departments participating in this unique training opportunity. Utica National Volunteer Fire Departments have access to online training courses for:

• Firefighters
• Fire Inspectors
• Fire Officers
• EMTs
• Advanced EMTs
• Paramedics

There is also a comprehensive library of occupational safety and health courses as well as workplace human resources topics.

Learn more about the Utica VFD Online Learning System Powered by CentreLearn.

To get started, contact Michael Rosbach at CentreLearn, phone 877-435-9309 x 1019 or email mrosbach@centrelearn.com.

CentreLearn Course Catalog for Utica National Volunteer Fire Departments from Greg Friese

CE Article: A Matter of Life and Limb: Get to Know Acute Limb Ischemia

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CONTINUING EDUCATION FROM EMS WORLD MAGAZINE and RapidCE.com

Acute limb ischemia is defined as a sudden decrease in limb perfusion leading to failure to meet the oxygen and nutrient requirements of limb tissue, resulting in tissue ischemia. Ischemic tissue is characterized by hypoxia and the accumulation of metabolic wastes such as lactic acid. If uncorrected, it can result in rapid tissue death and the need for amputation. Learn the events that can lead to acute limb ischemia and the relevant history and assessment findings.

Read the full article at EMSWorld.com.

Article Objectives

• Review the pathophysiology of acute limb ischemia
• Discuss thrombosis, arterial embolism, and aneurysm and dissection
• Discuss history and assessment findings

This CE activity is approved by EMS World Magazine, an organization accredited by the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS), for 1.5 CEUs. To earn your credits, go to www.rapidce.com.