Class Schedule

Welcome!  Our division offers a variety of courses: CPR AED, First Aid, BLS, ACLS, PALS, Pet First Aid, Babysitting, Wilderness First Aid, Sports First Aid & Injury Prevention, Mental Health First Aid, Stop the Bleed, Child Seat Safety and more!  We offer traditional in-classroom training, blending learning options and online course options.  Class sizes are restricted and pre-registration is required. Walk-ins will NOT be admitted. 

All members of the general community and the medical community are welcome to register for classes or events.  COVID19 precautions are being followed.  Proof of full COVID19 vaccination or a negative test result taken within 72 hours of your class is required to enter all Nuvance Health facilities including the office where our class is being held.  You must be fever and symptom-free to attend in-person courses.  You must wear a face mask to class.

Complimentary Training Offered at our Nuvance Health Locations:                                            
-AHA Family & Friends CPR AED                                                                                                         
-Stop the Bleed                                                                                                                                     
-Mental Health First Aid                                                                                                                        
-Child Safety Seat Checks & Bike Helmet Fittings                                                                               
-Assistance to businesses setting up a Public Access Defibrillator Site (AED in the workplace)
-Opioid Education for Non-Clinical Staff and Lay Responders Online
-Car Seat Basics for Laypersons Online
-Children in Hot Cars Prevention Course Online
...For other options see the list below 

Should we need to cancel a class, change the location, delay or reschedule because of weather, a COVID19 precaution, or other reason we will email you and (if you opt-in) text your cell.  Please register with an email you check often.  Most of our courses do run as scheduled.  

Nuvance Employees: Nuvance staff primarily sign up for classes with in-house training as needed via Healthstream found on the Dimensions site - if you need assistance with signing up on health stream contact David Bierling, Coordinator.  If needed staff can take courses required for employment with community education please email us for details and the promo codes required before registering.

Read about the AHA 2020 updates: https://cpr.heart.org/-/media/cpr-files/cpr-guidelines-files/highlights/hghlghts_2020_ecc_guidelines_english.pdf

More class dates & locations coming soon!  Our 2022 dates will be posted on Dec 18th!

 

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6-Hour New York State Point & Insurance Reduction Online Course

You must click this link to register for this course as it requires state tracking for completion and administration: https://nme.asicourse.com/checkout?course=dPZpw

This course is valid for New York State Residents and those with a New York State Drivers License and NYS Insurance coverage only.  This course is not applicable in other states as these rules, regulations, discounts & point reduction programs vary from state to state.  This is NOT the course for new teen drivers that is an in-person course provided by the state.

This course, also known as PIRP (Point and Insurance Reduction Program), is a comprehensive driver safety course that will not only qualify you for point reductions and insurance discounts but also provide safe driving strategies that will help you avoid driving penalties and accidents as well.  

También ofrecemos este curso en español. Vea nuestro curso listado:Programa de reducción de seguros y puntos de 6 horas (PIRP) (En Espanol)

REASONS FOR TAKING THIS COURSE

  • Traffic Ticket
  • Traffic Court Ordered
  • Remove Points
  • Insurance Discount
  • Safe driving strategies

Once registered you can take any of our online courses on your desktop, tablet, or mobile device. Any time, anywhere.

Why Take the New York PIRP Course with Us?

Straightforward Education

The course features engaging animations and a self-paced format to keep students motivated.

Convenient Services

The course refreshes your driving skills, reduces points, and helps you get an insurance discount.

Affordable Courses

Our NY state-approved PIRP course comes at a low price. We don’t have any hidden costs either.

High Success Rates

Have peace of mind knowing that this 6-hour online course is approved by the NY DMV.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of the New York defensive driving online course?

Our New York PIRP course online meets the requirements that help reduce points on your driving record. It also helps you qualify for an insurance discount. At the same time, you get a review of safe driving practices.  Most insurance companies offer a 10% discount for a 3 year period of time of the motorist's liability, no-fault, and collision insurance premiums.  We advise you to check with your insurance company prior to registration to confirm any discounts or point reductions anticipated. 

What makes students want to sign up for this course?

The 6-hour course maximizes animations that keep students engaged and motivated. The self-paced format gives students better control of their time. The pricing is affordable, too, so you can get started right away.

What proof of completion do students get from the course?

American Safety Institute automatically sends an electronic report to the NY DMV when a student completes the course. We also email a printable certificate that the student can present to their insurance provider.

This class is non-refundable.

You must click this link to register and pay for this course as it requires state tracking for completion and administration: https://nme.asicourse.com/checkout?course=dPZpw

American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Update Course

This class requires the ACLS 2020 textbook which is sold separately.  Please add on the book to this package if you do not have the current 2020 book available so you are prepared to class.  Books will be shipped. This abridged update course is a renewal level course for the ACLS Provider Certification.  You must be currently certified in ACLS to take this abridged course.  If you are already expired or have never taken it please see our ACLS Provider classes.  ACLS highlights the importance of team dynamics and communication, systems of care and immediate post-cardiac arrest care for Adults. It also covers airway management and related pharmacology. In this course, skills are taught in large, group sessions and small, group learning and testing stations where case-based scenarios are presented.  You will need to review your text before class and complete the pre-course assessment.  Information on how to access the pre-course assessment is on page ii of the text.  The text is mailed once your registration is processed so please register at least 10 days prior to the class date.  Successful course completion results in a two-year ACLS certification from the American Heart Association. Books are non-refundable and non-returnable once shipped. 

Access Link for ACLS Pre-course Assessment & Pre-course Work: https://elearning.heart.org/course/424

If this is not completed prior to class, we will be unable to certify you.

Proof of full COVID19 vaccination or a negative test result taken within 72 hours of your class is required to enter all Nuvance Health facilities including the office where our class is being held.  You must be fever and symptom-free to attend in-person courses.  

We can hold private onsite classes for groups of 6 to 30.  If you are interested in this option please email or call us for details.

Nuvance employees should email Wendy.Hennessy@NuvanceHealth.org before registering for information on any employee discounts. 

Training Classes Policy

Effective immediately, all training classes provided by Nuvance Health Community Education, will be unable to admit students who are feeling generally unwell or showing signs of respiratory illness which include cough, fever, flu and/or cold like symptoms.  We are doing this out of an abundance of caution for your health as well as the health of your classmates, our instructors and institutions to limit any exposure to the flu, corona virus or any other illness.  We also ask if you have recently been in contact with anyone who is ill to refrain from attending or if you have recently traveled to any areas where an outbreak has occurred.  Should you be unable to attend a class due to illness, recent travel locations or the illness of a family member, we will work with you to reschedule to a later date offering you priority in our upcoming classes.  Should you arrive at class ill you will be asked to leave the premises so please contact us prior to your arrival if you are ill or have had any risk contact so that we may reschedule you once you feel better.

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Renewal Class

This class requires the BLS 2020 textbook which is sold separately.  Please add on the book to this package if you do not have the current 2020 book available so you are prepared to class.  Books will be shipped. This abridged course is for those who are recertifying BLS only. The BLS Instructor-led course teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both prehospital and in-facility environments, with a focus on High-Quality CPR and team dynamics.  The course covers CPR techniques for all ages and use of an AED.  BLS Provider Course Completion E-Card, valid for two years is issued upon successful completion.  Books are non-refundable and non-returnable once shipped.

Features:

  • Emphasis on high-quality CPR including a team dynamics classroom activity
  • Video-based course with real world scenarios

This class is most appropriate for those in the healthcare field. Nurses, Doctors, EMS, Lifeguards, etc.  Some camps or security professionals may also require BLS.  Age 16 and up.  

This is a 3-hour training.  End time is an estimate as individuals may have additional needs, questions or practice.

If you are not recertifying or have an expired BLS certification, please see the BLS Provider Course.

Class size is limited, and payment is due at the time of registration.  Students should register for classes at least 2 weeks in advance whenever possible. 

We can hold private onsite classes for groups of 6 to 30.  If you are interested in this option please email or call us for details.

Nuvance Health Employees should email Wendy.Hennessy@NuvanceHealth.org for the latest promotion codes available prior to signing up.

Training Classes Policy

Proof of full COVID19 vaccination or a negative test result taken within 72 hours of your class is required to enter all Nuvance Health facilities including the office where our class is being held.  You must be fever and symptom-free to attend in-person courses.  

Effective immediately, all training classes provided by Nuvance Health Community Education, will be unable to admit students who are feeling generally unwell or showing signs of respiratory illness which include cough, fever, flu and/or cold like symptoms.  We are doing this out of an abundance of caution for your health as well as the health of your classmates, our instructors and institutions to limit any exposure to the flu, corona virus or any other illness.  We also ask if you have recently been in contact with anyone who is ill to refrain from attending or if you have recently traveled to any areas where an outbreak has occurred.  Should you be unable to attend a class due to illness, recent travel locations or the illness of a family member, we will work with you to reschedule to a later date offering you priority in our upcoming classes.  Should you arrive at class ill you will be asked to leave the premises so please contact us prior to your arrival if you are ill or have had any risk contact so that we may reschedule you once you feel better.

American Heart Association Heartcode BLS Blending Learning Package (Online & Skills Session)

This class can be utilized for both initial and renewing certifications.  HeartCode® BLS Online is a self-directed, comprehensive eLearning program that uses adaptive learning technology to allow learners to acquire and demonstrate Basic Life Support skills using a personalized learning path that adapts in real-time to a learner’s performance. The program is designed for healthcare professionals who need Basic Life Support training for their clinical duties. HeartCode® BLS Online consists of a cognitive portion that is completed online and then an in-person skills practice and testing session with a certified instructor.  Both portions must be completed to be certified.  You are issued the same exact certification card as a traditional classroom experience after completing both portions.

You have access to the online tools and information for two years so a paper version of the text is NOT required.

If you prefer to also have a paper version of the text you may add it as a product add-on and purchase it separately.  Books are non-refundable and non-returnable once shipped.

THIS HYBRID CLASS IS NON-REFUNDABLE.  Once we release the online access to you we can not use it for another student (even if you did not use it yet).  We can transfer you into another skills session if needed but should you decide not to attend at all refunds cannot be issued for this hybrid class type.  Please ensure this is the class and format you wish to register for.  We can reschedule you into a new skills session date if needed just email us and will do so at no additional fee if it is at least 1 business day prior to class.

Proof of full COVID19 vaccination or a negative test result taken within 72 hours of your class is required to enter all Nuvance Health facilities including the office where our class is being held.  You must be fever and symptom-free to attend in-person courses.  

American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Certification Course (Techniques for Adult, Child & Infant)

This course covers basic first aid, CPR techniques, maneuvers for choking victims, and how to use an automated external defibrillator. Instruction provided for adult, child and infant. Textbook and materials included. This course is suitable for daycare workers, construction workers, school personnel, coast guard candidates, camp counselors, and many other community professions. Successful course completion results in a certification card valid for two years from the AHA.  

*If you are in the medical field you will likely require the BLS Provider class to meet the CPR AED requirement for employment or school.  Please see that class if you are a medical student, nursing student, lifeguard, EMT, Medic or hold another health care provider-related role.

**If you are a NYS Coach you will need the Heartsaver CPR AED Course and the Sports First Aid & Injury Prevention Course (to meet the NYS requirement for Coaches).  Please see those courses or call/email if you have questions about if this class is right for you. 

We can hold private onsite classes for groups of 6 to 30.  If you are interested in this option please email or call us for details.

Proof of full COVID19 vaccination or a negative test result taken within 72 hours of your class is required to enter all Nuvance Health facilities including the office where our class is being held.  You must be fever and symptom-free to attend in-person courses.  

Nuvance employees should email Wendy.Hennessy@NuvanceHealth.org before registering for information on any employee discounts. 

American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Update Course
This abridged update course is for students renewing their PALS certification.  If you have already expired or have not taken the course before please see the PALS Provider Course.  This class requires the PALS 2020 textbook which is sold separately.  Please add the book to this package if you do not have the current 2020 book available so you are prepared for class.  Books will be shipped. The AHA’s PALS Course has been updated to reflect new science in the 2020 AHA Guidelines Update for CPR and ECC. This classroom, Instructor-led course uses a series of videos and simulated pediatric emergencies to reinforce the important concepts of a systematic approach to pediatric assessment, basic life support, PALS treatment algorithms, effective resuscitation, and team dynamics. The goal of the PALS Course is to improve the quality of care provided to seriously ill or injured children, resulting in improved outcomes.  You will need to review your text before class and complete the pre-course assessment.  Information on how to access the pre-course assessment is on page ii of the text.  The text is mailed once your registration is processed so please register at least 10 days prior to the class date.  Successful course completion results in a two-year PALS certification from the American Heart Association.  Books are non-refundable and non-returnable once shipped.

Access Link for PALS Pre-course Assessment & Pre-course Work: https://elearning.heart.org/course/426

If this is not completed before class, we will be unable to certify you.

Proof of full COVID19 vaccination or a negative test result taken within 72 hours of your class is required to enter all Nuvance Health facilities including the office where our class is being held.  You must be fever and symptom-free to attend in-person courses.  

We can hold private onsite classes for groups of 6 to 30.  If you are interested in this option please email or call us for details.
 
Nuvance employees should email Wendy.Hennessy@NuvanceHealth.org before registering for information on any employee discounts. 

Effective immediately, all training classes provided by Nuvance Health Community Education, will be unable to admit students who are feeling generally unwell or showing signs of respiratory illness which include cough, fever, flu and/or cold-like symptoms.  We are doing this out of an abundance of caution for your health as well as the health of your classmates, our instructors, and institutions to limit any exposure to the flu, coronavirus, or any other potentially contagious illness.  We also ask if you have recently been in contact with anyone who is ill to refrain from attending or if you have recently traveled to any areas where an outbreak has occurred.  Should you be unable to attend a class due to illness, recent travel locations, or the illness of a family member, we will work with you to reschedule to a later date offering you priority in our upcoming classes.  Should you arrive at class ill you will be asked to leave the premises so please contact us prior to your arrival if you are ill or have had any risk contact so that we may reschedule you once you feel better.

 

Capacitación en línea gratuita para niños en autos calientes
Esta capacitación gratuita de 15 minutos es proporcionada por el Consejo Nacional de Seguridad junto con 
la Junta Nacional de Seguridad Infantil de Pasajeros. No es necesario registrarse, simplemente haga clic 
en el enlace de la clase a continuación.
Tanto en 2018 como en 2019, 53 niños murieron en autos calientes. Estos son los años más mortíferos 
registrados en los últimos 20 años. Desde 1998, casi 900 niños han muerto por insolación vehicular; 
El 24% de los incidentes ocurrieron mientras un padre o cuidador estaba en un lugar de trabajo. Los 
padres y cuidadores pueden actuar de inmediato para poner fin a estas muertes evitables. Edúquese a 
sí mismo y a todos los que conoce sobre este peligro. El Consejo Nacional de Seguridad ofrece un curso 
en línea gratuito sobre el peligro de la insolación vehicular y los niños, las tres circunstancias 
principales que han llevado a los niños a morir y lo que todos podemos hacer para prevenir estas muertes. 
Un niño es demasiado.

Complete y comparta esta capacitación ahora. Se proporciona un certificado de finalización al 
final de la formación.

Enlace para acceder a la formación gratuita: https://training.nsc.org/hot-cars-spanish/ 

Recursos adicionales: https://www.nsc.org/hotcars
Car Seat Basics Online Learning for Laypersons

This complimentary training is intended to boost your child passenger safety knowledge.  This course was created by the National Child Passenger Safety Board.  You must register for this course using the link below on the National Safety Council website.

Car Seat Basics is an introductory e-learning course for parents and caregivers, people who transport children and anyone interested in learning more about child passenger safety. Using evidence-based guidelines, this free online course helps participants understand the four stages of child passenger safety: rear-facing car seats, forward-facing car seats, booster seats and seat belts. Participants have the option to complete the entire training or a section on a specific stage. The approximate completion time for the entire training is 60 minutes. Please note that this training does not result in child passenger safety technician certification. Proof of completion for this course is provided.  This course does not have a fee. 

Click here to access the registration page:  https://learn.nsc.org/products/Car-Seat-Basics-E-Learning.aspx

 

More information: Step by step instructions:  https://www.cpsboard.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Car-Seat-Basics-How-to-Access-First-Time.pdf 

 

Additional resources: https://www.cpsboard.org/resource-center/trainings/ 

Difficulty accessing the training?  Contact NSC directly here:

Contact - National Safety Council

Customer Service
(800) 621-7619
(630) 285-1434 fax
customerservice@nsc.org

 

 

Children in Hot Cars Online Prevention Module Complimentary

This complimentary 15-minute training is provided by the National Safety Council in conjunction with the National Child Passenger Safety board.  No registration required just click the class link below. Kids in Hot Cars - National Safety Council

In both 2018 and 2019, 53 children died in hot cars. These are the deadliest years on record in the past 20 years. Since 1998, almost 900 children have died from vehicular heatstroke; 24% of incidents occurred while a parent or caregiver was at a place of work. Parents and caregivers can act immediately to end these preventable deaths. Educate yourself and everyone you know about this danger. The National Safety Council offers a free online course about the danger of vehicular heatstroke and children, the three primary circumstances that have led to children dying, and what we all can do to prevent these deaths. One child is too many.

Complete and share this training now. It is also available in Spanish. A certificate of completion is provided at the end of the training.  

Link to access the complimentary training: https://training.nsc.org/hot-cars/ 

or en Espanol: https://training.nsc.org/hot-cars-spanish/ 

Additional resources: https://www.nsc.org/hotcars 

Educación sobre opiáceos para personal no médico y rescatadores legos

Este video proporcionará una comprensión básica de la epidemia de opiáceos y cómo reconocer y responder a una persona que potencialmente ha tenido una sobredosis de opioides.  

No es necesario registrarse. Simplemente haga clic en el enlace para ver el video a pedido.

https://youtu.be/AeNBS06lYqo
Opioid Education for Non-Clinical Staff and Lay Responders on Demand by AHA

This video by the American Heart Association will provide a basic understanding of the opioid epidemic and how to recognize and respond to a person who has potentially overdosed on opioids.  Just click the link to view the video.

English: https://youtu.be/qJ2VrbTfmC4

Spanish: https://youtu.be/AeNBS06lYqo 

Programa de reducción de seguros y puntos de 6 horas (PIRP) (En Espanol)

Debe hacer clic en este enlace para registrarse en este curso, ya que requiere un seguimiento del estado para su finalización y administración: https://nme.asicourse.com/checkout?course=aQ0ql

 Este curso en línea PIRP de 6 horas en Nueva York ayuda a los conductores a eliminar algunos puntos de su registro de
manejo y a reducir el monto del seguro de automóvil. El curso es para:

• Personas que reciben una multa de tránsito en el estado de Nueva York.
• Personas que desean reducir los puntos en su historial de manejo.
• Personas que desean solicitar un descuento en el seguro de automóvil.

Refresque sus habilidades de conducción mientras completa un curso en línea que reduce los puntos en su historial de conducción. Nuestro curso PIRP aprobado por el estado de Nueva York también aumenta sus posibilidades de obtener descuentos en el seguro de automóvil. Llévelo a cualquier lugar y en cualquier momento que desee. Todo lo que necesita es Internet y su dispositivo.

 ¿Por qué realizar el curso PIRP de Nueva York con nosotros?

Educación sencilla

El curso presenta animaciones atractivas y un formato a su propio ritmo para mantener motivados a los estudiantes.

Servicios convenientes

El curso actualiza sus habilidades de conducción, reduce los puntos y le ayuda a obtener un descuento en el seguro.

Cursos asequibles

Nuestro curso PIRP aprobado por el estado de Nueva York tiene un precio bajo. Tampoco tenemos costes ocultos.

Tasas de éxito elevadas

Tenga la tranquilidad de saber que este curso en línea de 6 horas está aprobado por el DMV de Nueva York.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Cuáles son los beneficios del curso en línea de manejo defensivo de Nueva York?

Nuestro curso en línea PIRP de Nueva York cumple con los requisitos que ayudan a reducir los puntos en su historial de manejo. También lo ayuda a calificar para un descuento de seguro. Al mismo tiempo, obtiene una revisión de las prácticas de conducción segura.

¿Qué hace que los estudiantes quieran inscribirse en este curso?

El curso de 6 horas maximiza las animaciones que mantienen a los estudiantes comprometidos y motivados. El formato a su propio ritmo les da a los estudiantes un mejor control de su tiempo. El precio también es asequible, por lo que puede comenzar de inmediato.

¿Qué prueba de finalización obtienen los estudiantes del curso?

American Safety Institute envía automáticamente un informe electrónico al NY DMV cuando un estudiante completa el curso. También enviamos por correo electrónico un certificado imprimible que el estudiante puede presentar a su proveedor de seguros.

El personal de nuestra oficina solo habla inglés, por lo que el correo electrónico 

puede ser mejor si se comunica en español.
Esta clase no es reembolsable.

Debe hacer clic en este enlace para registrarse en este curso, ya que requiere 
un seguimiento del estado para su 
finalización y administración: https://nme.asicourse.com/checkout?course=aQ0ql
Stop the Bleed Training

A bleeding injury can happen anywhere. We’ve all seen it happen too often—on the news or in everyday life. Life-threatening bleeding can happen in people injured in serious accidents or disasters. Instead of being a witness, you can become an immediate responder because you know how to STOP THE BLEED®.  A course developed by the American College of Surgeons.

The person next to a bleeding victim may very well be the one who’s most likely to save him or her from bleeding to death. By learning how to STOP THE BLEED®, you’ll gain the ability to recognize life-threatening bleeding and act quickly and effectively to control bleeding once you learn three quick techniques. Take the STOP THE BLEED® training course and become empowered to make a life or death difference when a bleeding emergency happens.

A STOP THE BLEED® course is for people who are interested in learning this lifesaving skill. The American College of Surgeons STOP THE BLEED® campaign has trained over 1 million people including students, teachers, and community groups. We are committed to training anyone who is old enough to understand what the course teaches and is interested in learning how to STOP THE BLEED® and save a life.

Our instructors will teach you live—in person, using training materials specially developed to teach bleeding control techniques. They will not only instruct you, but they will also be available to check your movements as you practice three different bleeding control actions. They will keep working with you until you demonstrate the correct skills to STOP THE BLEED® and save a life.

What stops bleeding? In a STOP THE BLEED® course, you’ll learn three quick techniques to help save a life before someone bleeds out: (1) How to use your hands to apply pressure to a wound; (2) How to pack a wound to control bleeding; (3) How to correctly apply a tourniquet. These three techniques will empower you to assist in an emergency and potentially save a life.

We provide this training at no charge to help more people in the community respond to urgent incidents.

Proof of full COVID19 vaccination or a negative test result taken within 72 hours of your class is required to enter all Nuvance Health facilities including the office where our class is being held.  You must be fever and symptom-free to attend in-person courses.  

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Contact Us

Nuvance Health Community Education
 2649 South Rd.
Suite 104
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

phone 845-475-9742

Frequently Asked Questions:

What classes do you offer?
We offer Babysitting Preparedness, Pet First Aid CPR & Disaster Preparedness, Mental Health First Aid, Stop the Bleed, Wilderness First Aid, Sports First Aid & Injury Prevention for NYS Coaches, and a variety of American Heart Association CPR AED, First Aid and Professional levels Certifications like BLS, ACLS & PALS and more.  We also offer training related to child safety.

Where do you hold your classes?
At our various business locations, hospital locations, and on-site for local businesses in the NY and CT area primarily in Putnam, Dutchess, Ulster, Orange, Litchfield, and Fairfield Counties.

Are you following COVID19 precautions?
We have resumed training in June following all required COVID19 procedures.  Students attending class will need to wear a mask and ensure they do not arrive to class ill.  Proof of full COVID19 vaccination or a negative test result taken within 72 hours of your class is required to enter all Nuvance Health facilities including the office where our class is being held.  You must be fever and symptom-free to attend in-person courses.  Students will also be subject to any required screening procedures at class sites.  Should you refuse to follow these mandated requirements you will not be permitted to sit for class.  Further requirements are outlined in the terms and conditions page at check out.  Social distancing is required whenever possible, decontamination procedures have been enhanced and any team skills adjusted to follow proper precautions.

When will I get my e-card?
E-cards are issued for AHA and ECSI certification classes.  Paper cards are no longer available from the distributors.  You will get an email from AHA with a link to click and must follow the prompts to claim, view, save or print your AHA e-card.  You must claim your e-card to have access to it.  ECSI will send your certification as an attachment.  E-cards are typically processed within 1-5 business days so check your email (inbox, junk, spam, and trash folders).  The Babysitting course is currently a paper card that will be mailed to the address used after class and typically arrive within 2 weeks.

Where can I find my ecard?
If you need to find your AHA certification e-card please visit this site where you can find a previously issued ecard or a new one if you did not get the email to claim your ecard from the American Heart Association

https://ecards.heart.org/student/myecards

Can I take a renewal or update class if I am expired?
AHA only allows a 45-day grace period to take a renewal (update) class if you have expired but your certification is still expired.  AHA does not extend your certification date.  In addition, if they have made significant recent updates they may eliminate the renewal and update classes as an option during that time.

How big are your classes? 
Class sizes are restricted meaning that prior registration and payment are required. We will NOT accommodate any walk-in students.  Class sizes are kept small at this time between 6-8 students maximum as the space we are using allows following all COVID19 precautions.

Do you do private group training or come on-site to businesses?
Yes!  If you are interested in group training we can conduct onsite classes for groups of 6 or more based on the current state, CDC, and DOH restrictions.  Group size class restrictions may temporarily only allow us to conduct a class size of up to 8 people.  Please email us at:

Wendy.Hennessy@NuvanceHealth.org 
or call us at 845-475-9742 for more information.

Does the department offer any complimentary services?
We offer complimentary child safety seat checks and bike helmet fittings by appointment if you need assistance email Peter.Dandreano@NuvanceHealth.org    

We also offer our AHA Friends & Family CPR AED, Mental Health First Aid, and Stop the Bleed classes held at the hospital locations free of charge year-round.

How long is my certification valid?
All certification courses are valid for a period of 2-years and will expire at the end of the month the class was taken.  For example, if your class was March 5, 2020, you will expire on March 31, 2022.  Non-certification courses recommend an update every year and Bloodborne Pathogens are also required each year.

What is Hands-Only CPR?
Hands-Only CPR is a basic version of CPR that can be performed on ADULTS when someone is not trained in CPR or when a barrier device is not available.  While traditional CPR with compressions and breaths is still a best practice and still must be used for pediatric patients compressions alone has proved beneficial in Adult patient outcomes.  Both compressions and breaths are still recommended for the highest quality care as well as the use of an AED as soon as possible.  For a video on how to perform Hands-Only CPR that the AHA released click the link here: https://youtu.be/M4ACYp75mjU

Is there an App for that?
Download the FREE American Heart Association CPR & First Aid app to learn lifesaving skills and have simple steps for common health and safety emergencies at your fingertips available on Apple and Google Play  
https://apps.apple.com/id/app/cpr-first-aid/id1532282997 

How do I keep my skills up to date during the 2-year time frame?
Refer to your book or online modules to keep the information fresh.  You can also visit the AHA's website for the most up-to-date information at www.heart.org or follow their science news youtube channel here: 
https://www.youtube.com/user/AHAScienceNews

Who can register for a class?
Anyone is welcome to register for our classes.  Please see the class descriptions and ensure it is the best fit for what you are looking for.  If you are unsure email us and we can help!

Do you offer online classes?
None of the nationally accepted and reputable certification providers (AHA, Red Cross, ECSI, ASHI) offer a fully online certification course for CPR or First Aid.  We are required to follow their requirements and curriculum to certify you so in-person instruction is required.  Never practicing skills with a certified instructor with equipment may increase your liability risk so all our CPR and advanced certifications require in-person instruction as required by AHA.  Blended learning options are available where the bookwork is completed online followed by an in-person skills practice and testing session for some course types.  We may at times offer some fully online training for other non-certification course types as available and directed by the AHA or through other national training organizations.  For example, the 6-hour NYS Insurance Point Reduction Course, Safe Kids Car Seat Basics, and a few others are all completely online.

Did AHA Offer any accommodations because of COVID19?
AHA allowed some course modifications because of COVID19 to increase safety.  AHA did offer a very rare accommodation of a certification extension of 120-days only for those who expired at the peak of COVID19 who may have been unable to find a class.  For those who expired from March 2020 to June 2020, the 120-day extension was available but currently, all extensions have expired.  No further extensions have been announced at this time.  

Why do I not see Babysitting Preparedness, Pet First Aid CPR AED & Disaster Preparedness, or some of your other courses?
Some of our courses are offered seasonally in Spring, Summer & Fall, and may not be held in the winter as we have a low demand.  Please check back regularly for our updated yearly schedule of course offerings.  

Why are classes so long?
We are an official AHA Training Site, all our class time frames are aligned with the AHA curriculum, lesson maps, educational requirements, and agendas.  Some smaller classes may finish a bit more quickly but not by much.  Classes are the designated length meeting the AHA requirement for certification.  The same is true for our ECSI, ASHI, Stop the Bleed, Safe Kids, and Mental Health First Aid classes they set the structure and curriculum requirements that must be followed for certification.

Do you accept donations?
We are a not-for-profit agency.  If you wish to donate to help keep some of our services free of charge, please contact us!

How can I get more involved with the American Heart Association?
Want to help the AHA make a difference worldwide?  Join the You’re the Cure Network to see current campaigns available that you can help with here https://www.yourethecure.org/join

Do you rent or sell equipment?
We do not currently rent or sell equipment.  Please see a distributor for your equipment needs.

What is the cancellation policy?
Should we need to cancel a class, change the location, delay or reschedule because of weather, a COVID19 precaution, or other reason we will email you and (if you opt-in) text your cell.  Please register with an email you check often.  We will make every attempt to do this as soon as possible but please check your email in the days leading up to class as well as the morning of for any changes. We will provide options available for rescheduling if needed.  Most of our courses do run as scheduled.  

What is the refund policy?
If you are unable to make it to class we can process a refund (less the cost of books shipped) for fully in-person classes if we have 1 (one) full business day of notice.  For example, if the class is on Saturday morning you need to notify us by Friday morning.  You can notify us via email or phone.  We also have the option to change your class date should you have a last-minute emergency just let us know.  Books mailed are not returnable and are non-refundable.  Online or hybrid courses are also non-refundable.  You may contact us at 845-475-9742 or Wendy.Hennessy@NuvanceHealth.org 

Do you hold instructor trainor classes?
We do hold AHA instructor certification classes for BLS, ACLS & PALS.  You must be certified as an AHA provider first.  We offer these classes 1-4 times per year based on demand.  We typically offer them in Spring & Fall so check back on the site for offerings then.  Taking this course will not make you an employee.  Anyone taking the class is considered an independent instructor and must purchase their own supplies and equipment as well as will set their own prices.  This can be a significant investment as the AHA can make unannounced price changes at any time and update the materials and curriculum at a minimum of every 5 years.  We can also hold instructor classes on-site for groups of 4 or more.  AHA will require you to be monitored regularly for compliance by your AHA Training Center (Nuvance).  AHA requires you to teach a specified minimum number of classes each year and be evaluated by your AHA training center prior to expiring to renew.  If you do not meet both requirements you will not be permitted to renew and will need to take the entire class over.  Any other instructor classes like Stop the Bleed, ECSI, ASHI or Mental health First Aid we do not provide the training and our TC covers direct staff only.  You can visit the websites of these organizations to find out how to become an instructor.  www.stopthebleed.org   https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/become-an-instructor/  
We do occasionally offer child safety seat technician and update courses that utilize the Safe Kids curriculum.

Are you an authorized training center?
Yes. We are an authorized training center for the American Heart Association, Emergency Care & Safety Institute, and the American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI).  All instructors have a fully active and current instructor certification for any discipline they are teaching.  All car seat technicians are certified by Safe Kids and follow a curriculum approved by NHTSA.

 

 

 

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