Education

Class Schedule

Welcome to the Hackensack Meridian Health Life Support Training Center at Jersey Shore University Medical Center.

Thank you for your interest in our training programs. 

To reschedule or cancel your registration, please sign up for another session AND call the Life Support Training Center at (732) 776-4470 to update your original registration.  

 

     HeartCode Skills Course - Days & Location:

 Monday: Bayshore Medical Center

 Tuesday: Riverview Medical Center

 Wednesday: Jersey Shore University Medical Center

 Thursday: Ocean University Medical Center

 Friday: Southern Ocean Medical Center

 

HMH Team Members working in the North or Central Region, please select applicable link for the Regional Training Centers: 

Team Members in Northern HMH Region (HackensackUMC)

Team Members in Central HMH Region (JFK Training Center)

 

 Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

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ACLS Provider Course (2 day course)

The Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) provider course is a two-day course, designed to train healthcare professionals in managing patients with acute cardiac illnesses using the most current methods available. Information will be reviewed and practice time will be made available to enhance proficiency in the following modalities:


Adjuncts for management of airway control and ventilation
Dysrhythmia recognition and cardiac monitoring
Synchronized cardioversion and defibrillation
Pharmacology for cardiac care
Management of acute MI and stroke
Management of bradycardic and tachycardic patients

NOTE: This is a TWO-DAY course.   You must attend both days.

Course Completion Requirements To receive a course completion card, the student must • attend and participate in the entire course, • demonstrate proficiency in CPR skills, pass required skills tests, and • pass required written tests.

Your course completion card will come as an eCard (electronic card).  This has the same validity as a paper card.

 The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.

ACLS Provider renewal Course (1 Day course with Pre-Course work)

ACLS Renewal Course requires PRE-COURSE WORK. MUST READ BELOW.

The ACLS course builds on the foundation of lifesaving Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers skills, emphasizing the importance of continuous, high-quality CPR. This advanced course for experienced Critical Care Providers highlights the importance of team dynamics and communication, systems of care, and immediate post-cardiac arrest care. ACLS also covers airway management and related pharmacology. 

NOTE:  This 1 day renewal course requires completion of Pre-Course work online.  This advanced course is for experienced Critical Care Providers only.

Your course completion card will come as an eCard (electronic card).  This has the same validity as a paper card. 

The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.

Carrier Clinic Team Members - HeartCode Skill Check

CARRIER CLINIC TEAM MEMBERS ONLY!

This is the skills session for AHA HeartCode BLS and/or HeartCode First Aid CPR AED.  

 

CPR - BLS Provider In Person Course

Course Description

The Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) Classroom Course is designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare professionals the ability to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner.

This course is for healthcare professionals who need to know how to perform CPR, as well as other lifesaving skills, in a wide variety of in-hospital and out-of-hospital settings.  

Features

  • Video based course ensures consistency
  • Instructor led, hands on class format reinforces skills proficiency
  • Student manual comes with new Pocket Reference Card, designed to provide quick emergency information to the rescuer at any time.
  • Updated Science based content

Course Content

  • Key changes in basic life support, reflecting the new science from the 2010 American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care
  • Critical concepts of high-quality CPR
  • The American Heart Association Chain of Survival
  • 1-Rescuer CPR and AED for adult, child and infant
  • 2-Rescuer CPR and AED for adult, child and infant
  • Differences between adult, child and infant rescue techniques
  • Bag-mask techniques for adult, child and infant
  • Rescue breathing for adult, child and infant
  • Relief of choking for adult, child and infant
  • CPR with an advanced airway

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be issued a course completion e-card.

 

 The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.

EMT Basic Intensive Course (8 Week)

 

Course Description

This course is designed to instruct a student to the level of EMT-Basic, who serves as a vital link in the chain of the health care team. It is recognized that the majority of prehospital emergency medical care will be provided by the EMT-Basic. This course includes all skills necessary for the individual to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with an ambulance service or other specialized service.

This is a rigorous program of classroom instruction, practical skills, evaluations, and homework assignments. The student must also complete 10 hours of clinical skills in a hospital emergency room. In order to successfully complete this course and in order to take the National Registry of EMT certification exam, the student must obtain a grade of 70% on all tests. All absences must be made-up prior to taking the exam.

Eligibility to take the course:

All students will be subjected to a criminal background check.  Please contact the program administrator at 732-776-4470 for any questions. 

Students with documented learning disabilities may be eligible for reasonable accommodations.  Please contact the program administrator at 732-776-4470, to discuss further.  

All applicants must have reached their 16th birthday prior to the start of the course. Anyone under the age of 18 must also provide a letter from their parents granting them permission to attend the course. Click here to obtain the consent form which must be completed.

Prerequisite: As a prerequisite, you must have completed a CPR course at the Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer level. The CPR certification must be valid throughout the entire course.

Course Schedule:

Monday-Thursday 8am-4pm, Fridays 8am-noon. Instructors will be available Fridays for assistance.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition for the course is $2000.00. Full payment is required on the first class.   We accept the NJ EMT Training Fund for perspective students who are a member of a volunteer EMS agency.  This form must be completed, sign and turned in before or on the first day of class Copy and paste this into your borwser https://www.nj.gov/health/forms/ems-62.pdf  Text book and online access to the learning management system is required and isn't included within the tuition.  The cost is $500 and this is not covered by the training fund. The $500 is due prior to registration/at orientation. 

A payment plan is available.  Please call the Program Administrator at 732-776-4470 to discuss details. 

Please use the following codes for the payment process:

EMTTF- will require a $500 credit card payment for uniforms, lab fees, and book at registration. Training Fund form must be mailed to Life Support Training Center, 1945 Rt. 33 Neptune NJ 07753, prior to orientation.

Payment Plan- will require a $500 credit card payment to enroll. Payments will be arranged in quarterly payments throughout the rest of the course. 

PO-full amount will be invoiced to the squad or business. Please provide info in the notes as to where the invoice can be emailed. Invoices will be sent within 5 business days and payment must be received prior to orientation date. 

TF500check-will bypass the $500 fee if using the Training Fund Form. The $500 fee will be paid by either personal check or the squad. Payment must be received 2 weeks prior to orientation to assure uniforms, and books are on hand for the course. Failure to make payment 2 weeks prior will result in cancellation of the course. 

Refunds:

The $500 book, uniform fee, and lab fee will not be refunded after the orientation date. Class fees will not be refunded after the third scheduled class. Training Fund forms will be documented on orientation date as being used for Initial Training on the state OEMS roster.  Stethoscopes and blood pressure cuffs are non-refundable and can be purchased at orientation for $15 a piece. 

 

 

EMT Hybrid Refresher A (Airway)

EMT Refresher Series through the William G. Voelkel EMT Training Program.

This is a Hybrid course, upon registration you will receive a second email with link access to the online portion of the course. The online portion MUST BE COMPLETE before attending the scheduled in person skills check. The date you choose here is the date of your skills portion in person. If you need to cancel or reschedule your skills portion, you will need to call the office to set up that appointment.  8 Core CEU's will be offered for this course. A  post electronic test will be given, please bring a device with Chrome access to test on, WIFI is available. 

Airway refresher will cover the EMT level human airway anatomy and physiology, pharmacological interventions, treatment modalities for the EMS clinician and patient assessment practices for the EMT. 

If you need to use another form of payment please or have questions contact the office for arrangements  732-776-4470

If you carry a CPR card other then an AHA card, please call the office to provide information. A valid CPR card is mandatory for this course. 

If you are using the Training Fund form make sure all the fields are filled out on the form, typed set, and hand signed by your captain or training officer. These forms will be submitted to the state and need to filled out to their standard. The use of the form will documented with the state 2 business days prior to the course being held. If you are a no show, no call the state will not allow you to use the form for that specific refresher during that recert cycle, you will be financially responsible for your courses. 

Promo Codes for Payment:

TFREFRESH- if using the Training Fund Form

PO -if you would like to have your department invoiced for the payment. Please note the email and name of the person who is to receive the invoice for payment. 

HMHEMS-if you are Team Member currently working as an EMT for HMHN

EMT Hybrid Refresher B (Medical)

EMT Refresher Series through the William G. Voelkel EMT Training Program.

This is a Hybrid course, upon registration you will receive a second email with link access to the online portion of the course. The online portion MUST BE COMPLETE before attending the scheduled in person skills check. The date you choose here is the date of your skills portion in person. If you need to cancel or reschedule your skills portion, you will need to call the office to set up that appointment.  8 Core CEU's will be offered for this course. A  post electronic test will be given, please bring a device with Chrome access to test on, WIFI is available. 

Medical refresher will cover the EMT level of human anatomy and physiology for the cardiac system, neurological system, endocrine system and integrative system assessments. Students will be required to demonstrate assessment skills in a medical scenario with medication administration within the scope of practice for an EMT. 

If you need to use another form of payment please or have questions contact the office for arrangements  732-776-4470

If you carry a CPR card other then an AHA card, please call the office to provide information. A valid CPR card is mandatory for this course. 

If you are using the Training Fund form make sure all the fields are filled out on the form, typed set, and hand signed by your captain or training officer. These forms will be submitted to the state and need to filled out to their standard. The use of the form will documented with the state 2 business days prior to the course being held. If you are a no show, no call the state will not allow you to use the form for that specific refresher during that recert cycle, you will be financially responsible for your courses. 

Promo Codes for Payment:

TFREFRESH- if using the Training Fund Form

PO -if you would like to have your department invoiced for the payment. Please note the email and name of the person who is to receive the invoice for payment. 

HMHEMS-if you are Team Member currently working as an EMT for HMHN

EMT Hybrid Refresher C (Trauma)

EMT Refresher Series through the William G. Voelkel EMT Training Program.

This is a Hybrid course, upon registration you will receive a second email with link access to the online portion of the course. The online portion MUST BE COMPLETE before attending the scheduled in person skills check. The date you choose here is the date of your skills portion in person. If you need to cancel or reschedule your skills portion, you will need to call the office to set up that appointment.  8 Core CEU's will be offered for this course. A  post electronic test will be given, please bring a device with Chrome access to test on, WIFI is available. 

Trauma refresher will cover the EMT level of human anatomy and physiology as pertains to kinematics and injury prediction. Students will demonstrate assessment skills in a trauma scenario with immobilization techniques within the scope of practice for an EMT.

If you need to use another form of payment please or have questions contact the office for arrangements  732-776-4470

If you carry a CPR card other then an AHA card, please call the office to provide information. A valid CPR card is mandatory for this course. 

If you are using the Training Fund form make sure all the fields are filled out on the form, typed set, and hand signed by your captain or training officer. These forms will be submitted to the state and need to filled out to their standard. The use of the form will documented with the state 2 business days prior to the course being held. If you are a no show, no call the state will not allow you to use the form for that specific refresher during that recert cycle, you will be financially responsible for your courses. 

Promo Codes for Payment:

TFREFRESH- if using the Training Fund Form

PO -if you would like to have your department invoiced for the payment. Please note the email and name of the person who is to receive the invoice for payment. 

HMHEMS-if you are Team Member currently working as an EMT for HMHN

EMT Initial

Course Description

This course is designed to instruct a student to the level of EMT-Basic, who serves as a vital link in the chain of the health care team. It is recognized that the majority of prehospital emergency medical care will be provided by the EMT-Basic. This course includes all skills necessary for the individual to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with an ambulance service or other specialized service.

This is a rigorous program of classroom instruction, practical skills, evaluations, and homework assignments. The student must also complete 10 hours of clinical skills in a hospital emergency room. In order to successfully complete this course and in order to take the National Registry of EMT certification exam, the student must obtain a grade of 70% on all tests. All absences must be made-up prior to taking the exam.

Eligibility to take the course:

All applicants must have reached their 16th birthday prior to the start of the course. Anyone under the age of 18 must also provide a letter from their parents granting them permission to attend the course. Click here to obtain the consent form which must be completed.

All students will be subjected to a criminal background check.  Please contact the program administrator at 732-776-4470 for any questions. 

Students with documented learning disabilities may be eligible for reasonable accommodations.  Please contact the program administrator at 732-776-4470, to discuss further. 

Prerequisite:

As a prerequisite, you must have completed a CPR course at the Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer level. The CPR certification must be valid throughout the course.

Course Schedule:

The Jersey Shore University Medical Center meets Monday and Wednesday evening from 6:00pm to 10:00pm and some Saturdays 8:30am to 4pm.  The Ocean County Training Academy meets Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6:00pm to 10:00pm sessions and some Sundays from 8:30am to 4pm.  Schedule is pending final approval. 

Tuition & Fees

Tuition for the course is $2000.00. Full payment is required on the first class.   We accept the NJ EMT Training Fund for perspective students who are a member of a volunteer EMS agency.  This form must be completed, sign and turned in before or on the first day of class Copy and paste this into your borwser https://www.nj.gov/health/forms/ems-62.pdf  Text book and online access to the learning management system is required and isn't included within the tuition.  The cost is $500 and this is not covered by the training fund. The $500 is due prior to registration/at orientation. 

A payment plan is available.  Please call the Program Administrator at 732-776-4470 to discuss details. 

Please use the following codes for the payment process:

EMTTF- will require a $500 credit card payment for uniforms, lab fees, and book at registration. Training Fund form must be mailed to Life Support Training Center, 1945 Rt. 33 Neptune NJ 07753, prior to orientation.

Payment Plan- will require a $500 credit card payment to enroll. Payments will be arranged in quarterly payments throughout the rest of the course. 

PO-full amount will be invoiced to the squad or business. Please provide info in the notes as to where the invoice can be emailed. Invoices will be sent within 5 business days and payment must be received prior to orientation date. 

TF500check-will bypass the $500 fee if using the Training Fund Form. The $500 fee will be paid by either personal check or the squad. Payment must be received 2 weeks prior to orientation to assure uniforms, and books are on hand for the course. Failure to make payment 2 weeks prior will result in cancellation of the course. 

Refunds:

The $500 book, uniform fee, and lab fee will not be refunded after the orientation date. Class fees will not be refunded after the third scheduled class. Training Fund forms will be documented on orientation date as being used for Initial Training on the state OEMS roster.  Stethoscopes and blood pressure cuffs are non-refundable. 

 

 

EMT Refresher A (Airway)

EMT Refresher Series through the William G. Voelkel EMT Training Program.

Class will begin promptly at 8am and conclude at 5pm with a 1 hour lunch break. 8 Core CEU's will be offered for this course. A  post electronic test will be given, please bring a device with Chrome access to test on, WIFI is available. 

If you need to use another form of payment please or have questions contact the office for arrangements  732-776-4470

If you carry a CPR card other then an AHA card, please call the office to provide information. A valid CPR card is mandatory for this course. 

If you are using the Training Fund form make sure all the fields are filled out on the form, typed set, and hand signed by your captain or training officer. These forms will be submitted to the state and need to filled out to their standard. The use of the form will documented with the state 2 business days prior to the course being held. If you are a no show, no call the state will not allow you to use the form for that specific refresher during that recert cycle, you will be financially responsible for your courses. 

Promo Codes for Payment:

TFREFRESH- if using the Training Fund Form

PO -if you would like to have your department invoiced for the payment. Please note the email and name of the person who is to receive the invoice for payment. 

HMHEMS-if you are Team Member currently working as an EMT for HMHN

EMT Refresher B (Medical)

EMT Refresher Series through the William G. Voelkel EMT Training Program.

Class will begin promptly at 8am and conclude at 5pm with a 1 hour lunch break. 8 Core CEU's will be offered for this course. A  post electronic test will be given, please bring a device with Chrome access to test on, WIFI is available. 

If you need to use another form of payment please or have questions contact the office for arrangements  732-776-4470

If you carry a CPR card other then an AHA card, please call the office to provide information. A valid CPR card is mandatory for this course. 

If you are using the Training Fund form make sure all the fields are filled out on the form, typed set, and hand signed by your captain or training officer. These forms will be submitted to the state and need to filled out to their standard. The use of the form will documented with the state 2 business days prior to the course being held. If you are a no show, no call the state will not allow you to use the form for that specific refresher during that recert cycle, you will be financially responsible for your courses. 

Promo Codes for Payment:

TFREFRESH- if using the Training Fund Form

PO -if you would like to have your department invoiced for the payment. Please note the email and name of the person who is to receive the invoice for payment. 

HMHEMS-if you are Team Member currently working as an EMT for HMHN

EMT Refresher C (Trauma)

EMT Refresher Series through the William G. Voelkel EMT Training Program.

Class will begin promptly at 8am and conclude at 5pm with a 1 hour lunch break. 8 Core CEU's will be offered for this course. A  post electronic test will be given, please bring a device with Chrome access to test on, WIFI is available. 

If you need to use another form of payment please or have questions contact the office for arrangements  732-776-4470

If you carry a CPR card other then an AHA card, please call the office to provide information. A valid CPR card is mandatory for this course. 

If you are using the Training Fund form make sure all the fields are filled out on the form, typed set, and hand signed by your captain or training officer. These forms will be submitted to the state and need to filled out to their standard. The use of the form will documented with the state 2 business days prior to the course being held. If you are a no show, no call the state will not allow you to use the form for that specific refresher during that recert cycle, you will be financially responsible for your courses. 

Promo Codes for Payment:

TFREFRESH- if using the Training Fund Form

PO -if you would like to have your department invoiced for the payment. Please note the email and name of the person who is to receive the invoice for payment. 

HMHEMS-if you are Team Member currently working as an EMT for HMHN

Family & Friends CPR

This course is intended for those who want to learn life-saving rescue skills for newborn to adult. Participants will learn prevention of the most common fatal injuries, the chain of survival, CPR Skills, and relief of a foreign body in the choking person.

HeartCode® ACLS

HeartCode® ACLS Part 1 is a Web-based, self-paced instructional program that uses eSimulation technology to allow students to assess and treat patients in virtual healthcare settings. In this environment, students apply their knowledge to real-time decision making and skills development. Debriefings and coaching are provided immediately after each simulation to facilitate learning. After completing the cognitive portion of the course, students practice and test their skills with an AHA Instructor or on a voice-assisted manikin (VAM) system. Upon successful completion of the cognitive and skills tests, students receive a course completion card. This program presents 10 interactive, adult, in-hospital cases to teach the Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support treatment algorithms.

Unprepared or inexperienced students may require additional time to complete HeartCode ACLS Part 1. To be successful in any ACLS course, students should be able to identify ECG rhythms and should know pharmacology specific to cardiopulmonary arrest and other cardiopulmonary emergencies before beginning the course. It is strongly recommended that students review the ACLS course materials contained within the program and complete the Precourse Self-Assessment prior to attempting the patient cases.

Following the completion of Part 1; students must attend the HeartCODE ACLS Parts 2 & 3 skills session.  Registration for the skills session is not included in the course fee.  Students must complete the skills session within 60 days of completion of Part 1.

To purchase this course, continue to the registration page.  

Upon successful completion of part 1, students will be REQUIRED to provide a copy of their certificate of completion. We cannot award an ACLS provider card without this certificate on file.

The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA. 

HeartCode® On-Line course for BLS, ACLS, and/or PALS Request (HMH TEAM MEMBERS ONLY)

HeartCode® BLS, ACLS, and PALS is the AHA's web-based, blended learning self-paced instructional program that uses eSimulation technology to allow students to assess and treat patients in virtual healthcare settings. 

Providers must first complete the online cognitive portion of the HeartCode course and then test their skills with an AHA Instructor or on a voice-assisted manikin (VAM) system/simulation station. Upon successful completion of the cognitive and skills tests, students will receive a course completion card. 

The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. The use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA. 

 

**ATTENTION** 

Please DO NOT submit for this registration IF you have already completed the Online cognitive portion of this course, please register for HeartCode Skills Check

 

HMH Team Members working in the North or Central Region, please select applicable link for the Regional Training Centers: 

Team Members in Northern HMH Region (HackensackUMC)

Team Members in Central HMH Region (JFK Training Center)

HeartCode® Skills Check for BLS, ACLS or PALS (HMH TEAM MEMBER ONLY)

Register to complete your hands-on skill session for your HeartCode course. 

The skills verification will take between 15-30 minutes, per discipline. 

The American Heart Association’s Heartcode® BLS, ACLS or PALS Skills Check-Off Session is designed for healthcare professionals who need to know how to perform BLS, ACLS or PALS and other basic cardiovascular life support skills in a wide variety of in-facility and pre-hospital settings.

 

**ATTENTION** 

DO NOT register if you have NOT completed the HeartCode® Online Course. Your registration will NOT be procesed until the Online Course & the Post-Course Survey is complete. 

 
HeartCode® Skills Check for BLS, ACLS or PALS (Non-HMH Team Members)

Register to complete your hands-on skill session for your HeartCode course. 

The skills verification will take between 15-30 minutes, per discipline. 

The American Heart Association’s Heartcode® BLS, ACLS or PALS Skills Check-Off Session is designed for healthcare professionals who need to know how to perform BLS, ACLS or PALS and other basic cardiovascular life support skills in a wide variety of in-facility and pre-hospital settings.

 

**ATTENTION** 

DO NOT register if you have NOT completed the HeartCode® Online Course. Your registration will NOT be procesed until the Online Course & the Post-Course Survey is complete. 

 

HMH School of Medicine - Request for HeartCode BLS & ACLS

This request is for the students with a BLS and ACLS expiration in April or May 2023.

You will receive a separate email with the links to HeartCode BLS and HeartCode ACLS. 

Interest info for Hands-only CPR Training Event - Rutgers Football, Piscataway

Rutgers University and Rutgers Scarlet Knights football program have asked Hackensack Meridian Health Community Outreach and Life Support Training to partner with them to offer hands-only CPR during their home football games.  HMH is one of several organizations being asked to participate in this mass CPR training event. 

Please complete this form if you are interested in facilitating Hands-Only CPR and AED use during the Rutgers Scarlet Knights football home games in Piscataway. You need to have a current CPR provider card and be familiar with hands-only CPR and the operation of an AED.

Participants will have access to all home games at no charge. You will be required to report to the stadium two hours prior to kick-off and remain at the table during the game. 

Dates for upcoming games are September 30, October 14 (largest crown for homecoming), November 4, and November 25. 

 

 

Neonatal Resuscitation Program® (NRP) - Online course request

This is a request to receive the NRP online eighth edition course.  You will receive a link from NRPLearningplatform.com with your access instructions.  

 

Neonatal Resuscitation Program® (NRP) 8th Edition - Skill session (HMH Team Members only)

NRP Provider Course 8th Edition

The Neonatal Resuscitation Program has been designed by the American Academy of Pediatrics to teach an evidence-based approach to resuscitation of the newborn. The causes, prevention, and management of mild to severe neonatal asphyxia are carefully explained so that health professionals may develop optimal knowledge and skill in resuscitation. The Neonatal Resuscitation Program is an educational program that introduces the concepts and basic skills of neonatal resuscitation.

Choose this option to request access to the NRP course. 

If you need to cancel your session email: mandy.virola@hmhn.org

Palisades Medical Center Team Members only - HeartCode BLS Request

This is a request for team members at Palisades Medical Center who are looking for HeartCode BLS.

PALS Provider Course (2 day course)

This two-day course teaches Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) according to the standards of the American Heart Association. This course is designed to develop the skills of physicians, nurses, paramedics, and technicians who are regularly involved in emergency cardiac care delivery. The course features discussions and practical skill stations which help develop skills necessary for the delivery of emergency cardiac care.

NOTE: This is a TWO-DAY course.   You must attend both days.

Pre-requisites

You must supply a copy of your:
• Current BLS for Healthcare Provider card
• If you have an Current PALS Provider card (for Renewals)
You must also be proficient in EKG interpretation.

 Your course completion card will come as an eCard (electronic card).  This has the same validity as a paper card.

The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.

PALS Provider Renewal Course (1 day course with Pre-Course Work)

PALS Renewal Course requires PRE-COURSE WORK. MUST READ BELOW.

This one-day course is for those individuals who need to renew their PALS certification. The renewal course includes discussion and practical skill stations designed to review all topics pertaining to pediatric emergency cardiac care. This class is strictly for those who have completed a full PALS course in the past. If you are unsuccessful in a renewal session, you must take the 2 day initial course. There is no opportunity to retake a Renewal course.

NOTE:  This 1 day renewal course requires completion of Pre-Course work online.  This advanced course is for experienced Critical Care Providers only.  You must provide proof of completion of the pre-course work at least one day prior to the course date.

Pre-requisites
You must supply a copy of your:
• Current BLS for Healthcare Provider card
• Current PALS Provider card (for Renewals)
You must also be proficient in EKG interpretation.

Your course completion card will come as an eCard (electronic card).  This has the same validity as a paper card.

The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.

PHTLS

 

The course will be held at the Medical Arts Building (1944 Rt. 33 Suite 102) in the Life Support Training Classroom. 

A book will be available to you on the day of class. If you would like a book prior to class please contact the office at 732-776-4470 to arrange pick up.  

Description 

Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) is considered a leading continuing education program for prehospital emergency trauma care. PHTLS courses impact the quality of trauma care and decrease mortality. The program is a 2-day, 16 hour course, delivered with a philosophical approach that stresses the treatment of the multi-system, trauma patient as a unique entity with specific needs. It is based on the belief that given a good fund of knowledge and key principles, practitioners are capable of making reasoned decisions regarding patient care.

Who Should Attend?

This course is open for any Advanced Care Provider - EMTs, paramedics, nurses, physician assistants, physicians, and other prehospital providers.

 

Request for an off-site CPR or First Aid Training Program

If you are interested in having the Life Support Training Center bring a CPR or another AHA training program to your organization, please complete this information form.  The Training Center will contact you to discuss details.  

Please detail the type of class you're interested in, the location of the venue, and the approximate number of students. 

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Hackensack Meridian Health
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
 Life Support Training Center
1944 Route 33, Suite 102
Neptune, NJ 07753

phone 732-776-4470 (9AM-3PM)

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When registering, please capitalize the First letter in your First and Last name. Information typed here will appear exactly on your certification card

If you are having trouble claiming your ecard, or haven't received it in a timely fashion please click the following link: https://ecards.heart.org/student/myecards

 

The Life Support Training Center provides HMH Team Member Training at the following facilities: (Please visit the corresponding training center in the North or Central Region if your facility is not listed below)

  • Bayshore Medical Center 
  • Carrier Clinic
  • Jersey Shore University Medical Center
  • Meridian Health Resources / Meridian Nursing & Rehab
  • Ocean Medical Center 
  • Riverview Medical Center
  • Southern Ocean Medical Center
  • Affiliated Clinical Schools, Colleges & Universities
  • Physician Practices/Medical Offices
  • Police/Fire/EMS Agencies

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