EMS1 is focusing on news and information about Education and Training throughout the month of September 2009. Check out some of these great products and resources currently on the site:
EMS Training Solutions Now Available from 24-7 EMS
Bring your training to life with high-powered video featuring real life EMS. 24-7 EMS delivers easy-to-use CE solutions for groups and individuals. Choose online or classroom training to meet your requirements: all online classes are approved by CECBEMS for 1.5 continuing education credits for First Responders, EMTs and Paramedics, and 24-7 EMS classroom curriculum materials include skills practice modules that enable instructors to give up to a three hour refresher training class. Credits from instructor led classes can be applied to the National Registry recertification requirement. For more information, call 888-240-4911 or visit www.24-7ems.com.
http://www.actfastmed.com/Introducing the Act+Fast Choking Rescue Trainer
The Act+Fast Choking Rescue Trainer is an invaluable tool for CPR Instructors to easily and effectively teach students the correct way to perform the Abdominal Thrust Maneuver (Heimlich) without using a manikin. There is no other way to get the feel of performing this life saving skill, and to prove that you can do it. For more information, call 916-934-6060 or visit www.actfastmed.com.
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WorldPoint Carries a Number of EMS Training Devices and Books, like: Managing Stress in EMS Manual
Whether you are a firefighter, an EMT, a paramedic, a first responder, or a dispatcher, as an emergency care provider, you spend your days, nights, and even weekends caring for others. But who is caring for you? EMS professionals must constantly refine their stress management skills in order to live their lives with a greater sense of balance. Not only will this text alert EMS professionals to the stressors in their lives, but it will teach them to identify problem situations and effectively resolve issues, leading to a healthier, more fulfilling lifestyle. Get more information at www.eworldpoint.com or call 888-322-8350.
Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC) from NAEMT
EPC provides a scientifically unique approach to pediatric emergency care utilizing the Patient Assessment Triangle otherwise known as PAT. The PAT technique allows the health care provider to rapidly and accurately assess the pediatric patient for life threatening situations that may require immediate intervention. The EPC course prepares the health care provider with the knowledge and confidence to systematically manuver through the latest accepted guidelines and modalities to properly treat the most challenging pediatric patient experiencing a health related crisis. Learn more at www.naemt.org or contact 800/346-2368.
SUCCESS! for the EMT, 2nd Ed. & Other Books, Video and Software from Firefighters Bookstore
Firefighters Bookstore is proud to be the most complete source anywhere for books, videos, and software for fire and emergency services. In order to bring you the latest information and widest variety of material, we carry products from more than 700 different publishers who are located all over the world. This means one-stop shopping for you. SUCCESS! for the EMT blends a comprehensive collection of practice exam questions with helpful test-taking tips and student hints. Learn more and see other products by calling 800-727-3327 or visit www.firebooks.com.
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