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ACLS Instructor Update Course Agenda Prerequisites: I. The instructor candidate needs a current ACLS Instructor card; II. Needs to have taught at least 4 courses in the past renewal period; III. Bring completed Course monitoring form to class. Day One: 8 hours I. Introduction: self, students. Discuss agenda of full course (verify prerequisites completed, discuss classroom agenda and course monitoring requirement). II. Hand-out ACLS Instructor Profile forms. III. Optional: View the ACLS Instructor Essentials classroom DVD or view ACLS Product & Course orientation on the AHA Instructor Network. (On Dashboard page under COURSES>ACLS>ACLS Product & Course Orientation). IV. Test out on skills using the ACLS Skills Checklists in the Profile packet. V. Give the ACLS Instructor written exam and correct. BREAK VI. Show and discuss ACLS Instructor manuals

A. Preparing section-- very informative B. Teaching section C. Testing & Remediation D. Resources E. Appendices –

1. Appendix A Learning Station, MegaCode & Debriefing Scenarios 2. Appendix B Testing checklists, Learning Station checklists+ 3. Appendix C- Additional Sample agendas

F. Part 6: Lesson Maps G. Discuss the HeartCode agenda and the Accelerated Heartcode agenda

VII. Go over the Instructor Update form. VIII. Send in completed Profile form & dues payment to the MnSCU MRTC address on the packet. IX. Answer Questions and have students complete ACLS Instructor Evaluation form.

ACLSInstructorUpdateCourseAgendaJune2017

ACLS New Instructor Course Agenda Prerequisites:

I. The instructor candidate needs a current ACLS Provider card; II. Instructor candidate to contact a training center to align and purchase a ACLS Instructor Manual; III. TCF emails instructor candidate the ACLS Instructor Workbook to read & bring to class. IV. Candidate to register on the www.AHAInstructorNetwork.org and bring AHA ID# to class; If already registered on this site for another discipline, then just add ACLS under Courses. V. Candidate to take the ACLS Instructor Essentials Course on the www.OnlineAHA.org site and

bring the certification of completion to class.

Day One: 8 hours I. Introduction:

A. Self & students. B. Discuss agenda of full course (verify prerequisites completed, classroom agenda, and course monitoring

requirement). C. Address any student questions from online pre-test or readings

II. Hand-out ACLS Instructor Profile forms.

III. View ACLS Instructor Essentials DVD.

IV. Test out on skills, using the ACLS Skills Checklists in the Profile packet.

Go over each of the skills in the Profile packet only one CPR/Airway/Megacode required.

V. Give the ACLS Instructor written exam and correct. Passing is 84%.

BREAK

VI. Show the ACLS Product & Course Orientation on the AHA Instructor Network. VII. Show and discuss ACLS Instructor manuals

A. Preparing section-- very informative B. Teaching section C. Testing & Remediation D. Resources E. Appendices –

1. Appendix A Learning Station, MegaCode & Debriefing Scenarios 2. Appendix B Testing checklists, Learning Station checklists+ 3. Appendix C- Additional Sample agendas

F. Part 6: Lesson Maps G. Discuss the HeartCode agenda and the Accelerated Heartcode agenda

VII. Go over the Instructor Update form

VIII. Offer mentoring opportunities if possible. Set up plan for monitoring of first class.

IX. Candidate or TCF to keep ACLS Instructor Profile forms until monitoring is done. Then send in Profile form & dues payment to the MnSCU MRTC address on the packet.

X. Answer Questions and have student complete ACLS Instructor Evaluation form.

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Course Information

� ACLS Course

� ACLS Update Course

� HeartCode® ACLS

� ACLS EP

� ACLS Instructor

� ACLS EP Instructor

Lead Instructor __________________________________________ Lead Instructor ID# Card Expiration Date Training Center Training Center ID# Training Site Name (if applicable) Address City, State ZIP Course Location

Course Start Date/Time

No. of Cards Issued

Course End Date/Time

Student-Manikin Ratio

Total Hours of Instruction

Issue Date of Cards

Assisting Instructor (Attach copy of instructor aligned with a TC other than the primary TC)

Name and Instructor ID# Card Exp. Date Name and Instructor ID# Card Exp. Date

1. 5.

2. 6.

3. 7.

4. 8.

I verify that this information is accurate and truthful and that it may be confirmed. This course was taught in accordance with AHA guidelines.

Signature of Lead Instructor Date

KJ1216 BLS 4/16 © 2016 American Heart Association

KJ1216 BLS 4/16 © 2016 American Heart Association

Name and EmailPlease PRINT as you wish your name to appear on your card. Please print

email address legibly.Mailing Address/Telephone

Complete/ Incomplete

Remediation/DateCompleted

(if applicable)

1.

2.

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6.

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8.

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Course Participants

Date Course Lead Instructor Lead Instr. ID#

ACLS Instructor Course Evaluation

KJ0920 ACLS INST R3/16 © 2016 American Heart Association

Please answer the following questions about the course content.

1. The course learning objectives were clear. a. Yes b. No

2. The overall level of difficulty of the course was a. Too hard b. Too easy c. Appropriate

3. The content was presented clearly. a. Yes b. No

4. The quality of videos and written materials was a. Excellent b. Good c. Fair d. Poor

Please answer the following questions about your skill mastery.

1. I am confident I can use the skills the course taught me. a. Yes b. No c. Not sure

2. I feel confident I can assess students’ skills performance and manage a class effectively. a. Yes b. No c. Not sure

3. I took this course to obtain professional education credit or continuing education credit. a. Yes b. No c. Not applicable

Optional questions:

Were there any strengths or weaknesses of the course that you would like to comment on?

__________________________________________________

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What would you like to see in future courses developed by the AHA?

__________________________________________________

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After Completing This Evaluation

Please return this evaluation to your Faculty member before you leave the class.

Alternatively, you can send the evaluation to your Training Center. Ask your Faculty member for the contact information.

If you have significant problems or concerns with your course, please contact the AHA at 877-AHA-4CPR.

Multi-Regional Training Center

ACLS Instructor Check List

Check that all pages filled out completely, must have an email address

Enter courses you taught in the MRTC database (4 Minimum)

http://mymrtc.org/

Pay for MRTC biennial membership dues (see last page for instructions)

Sign last page

Mail or email completed Profile Form

Instructors:

Please note: the Minnesota State MRTC Instructor Profile Form should be

used for any Instructor Certification classes. Section A of this form should be

re-submitted whenever any personal information in Section A changes or you

may access your information and change online yourself.

The completion of this form confirms that you have successfully

completed your Instructor Course (initial or renewal) per the AHA standards.

Members of the Minnesota State MRTC, will receive an American Heart

Association, Instructor card and a packet of materials from the MRTC

regarding resources (website/database/online ordering, etc.).

If you are not currently a member but would like to join our Multi-Regional

Training Center, please see the “Joining the MRTC” page in this form, or call

651-201-1795 or x1796

Any missing information will delay the process of updating your

instructor status and may lead ot suspension of account

http://mymrtc.org/

ACLS Instructor/Experienced Instructor Profile Form Minnesota State – Multi-Regional Training Center

30 7th St. E, Suite 350, Wells Fargo Place, St. Paul, MN 55101-7804

Toll Free: 800-311-3143 Office: 651-201-1795 Fax: 651-649-5409

Section A: Instructor Profile Information-- This section is for information on instructors applying for

membership or who are renewing their membership with the Minnesota State MRTC. Please complete and return Section A

any time this information changes or update on your database information page.

Applicants’ Name:___________________________________ MRTC Member # __________________

Home Address: _____________________________________ AHA ID # ________________________

City:____________________________________ State:__________ Zip Code: __________________

County of Residence:___________________ Preferred e-mail Address* _________________________ *Must have an email address

Telephone Numbers: Home _________________________ Work ______________________________

Employers’ Name: ____________________________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________ City: _____________________

State: __________ Zip Code: ____________ Fax: ______________________________

Year you started teaching ACLS: _____________________

Specialized Health Care Qualifications (R.N., L.P.N., EMT, etc.) _______________________________

Last Date of last Renewal: _________________Instructor Name: ______________________________

ACLS Essential Course Completion Date (form attached if new Instructor): _____________________

ACLS Instructor/Experienced Documentation Record

Section B I certify that this student has successfully completed the ACLS Instructor Course including the ACLS

practical and written evaluations in accordance with the standards of the American Heart Association and the

Minnesota State’s Multi-Regional Training Center.

Course Director: ___________________________ _________________________________ Signature Print Name

Physician Instructor*: ___________________________ Print Name

* If a physican was not in the classroom, then list name of physician available for consult during this course.

Date of Course: ____________________________ Course Location: ________________________

Section C

Requesting AHA Card for: One ACLS Instructor -or- ACLS Experienced Provider Instructor

One Initial Course -or- Renewal Course

( if Yes) ACLS Training Center Faculty

ACLS Instructor Written Test Score: _______

Skills (Critical Actions): Pass Fail Remediate

Minimum Teaching Requirements: Note: Re-Certifying Instructors must teach/assist in a minimum of four provider classes in two years.

MRTC Faculty must teach/assist in four classes and at least one Instructor course.

Instructors: If entered on line √ here: then you do not need to list below. Otherwise please list minimum required dates taught (if not online):

-OR-

Training Center Faculty: If entered online √ here: then you do not need to list below. Otherwise please list minimum required dates taught (if not online):

To enter classes online login http://mymrtc.org/ then click “Enter Courses” in the navigation pane on the left.

Provider: 1) Date: ______________ 2) _____________ 3) _____________ 4) ________________

Course: ______________ _____________ _____________ ________________

# of Students: ______________ _____________ _____________ ________________

Instructor: 1) Date: ______________ 2) _____________ 3) _____________ 4) ________________

Course: ______________ _____________ _____________ ________________

# of Students: ______________ _____________ _____________ ________________

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Airway Management Skills Testing Checklist

Student Name ____________________________________________________________ Date of Test _______________________

Critical Performance Steps ✓ if donecorrectly

BLS Assessment and Interventions

Checks for responsiveness

• Taps and shouts, “Are you OK?”

Activates the emergency response system

• Shouts for nearby help/Activates the emergency response system and gets the AED

or• Directs second rescuer to activate the emergency response system and get the AED

Checks breathing

• Scans chest for movement (5-10 seconds)

Checks pulse (5-10 seconds)

Breathing and pulse check can be done simultaneously

Notes that pulse is present and does not initiate chest compressions or attach AED

Inserts oropharyngeal or nasopharyngeal airway

Administers oxygen

Performs effective bag-mask ventilation for 1 minute

• Gives proper ventilation rate (once every 5-6 seconds)

• Gives proper ventilation speed (over 1 second)

• Gives proper ventilation volume (~half a bag)

STOP TEST

Instructor Notes

• Place a ✓ in the box next to each step the student completes successfully.• If the student does not complete all steps successfully (as indicated by at least 1 blank check box), the student must receive

remediation. Make a note here of which skills require remediation (refer to Instructor Manual for information about remediation).

Test Results Check PASS or NR to indicate pass or needs remediation: PASS NR

Instructor Initials __________ Instructor Number _____________________________ Date _____________________________

© 2016 American Heart Association

Adult High-Quality BLSSkills Testing Checklist

Student Name __________________________________________________ Date of Test _______________________________

Hospital Scenario: “You are working in a hospital or clinic, and you see a person who has suddenly collapsed in the hallway. You check that the scene is safe and then approach the patient. Demonstrate what you would do next.”

Prehospital Scenario: “You arrive on the scene for a suspected cardiac arrest. No bystander CPR has been provided. You approach the scene and ensure that it is safe. Demonstrate what you would do next.”

Assessment and Activation☐ Checks responsiveness ☐ Shouts for help/Activates emergency response system/Sends for AED☐ Checks breathing ☐ Checks pulse

Cycle 1 of CPR (30:2) *CPR feedback devices preferred for accuracy

Adult Compressions☐ Performs high-quality compressions*:

• Hand placement on lower half of sternum• 30 compressions in no less than 15 and no more

than 18 seconds• Compresses at least 2 inches (5 cm)• Complete recoil after each compression

Adult Breaths☐ Gives 2 breaths with a barrier device:

• Each breath given over 1 second• Visible chest rise with each breath• Resumes compressions in less than

10 seconds

AED (follows prompts of AED)☐ Powers on AED ☐ Correctly attaches pads ☐ Clears for analysis ☐ Clears to safely deliver a shock☐ Safely delivers a shock

Cycle 2 of CPR (repeats steps in Cycle 1) Only check box if step is successfully performed☐ Compressions ☐ Breaths ☐ Resumes compressions in less than 10 seconds

Resumes Compressions☐ Ensures compressions are resumed immediately after shock delivery

• Student directs instructor to resume compressions or• Second student resumes compressions

Once student shouts for help, instructor says, “Here’s the barrier device. I am going to get the AED.”

Rescuer 2 says, “Here is the AED. I’ll take over compressions, and you use the AED.”

STOP TEST

Instructor Notes

• Place a ✓ in the box next to each step the student completes successfully.• If the student does not complete all steps successfully (as indicated by at least 1 blank check box), the student must receive

remediation. Make a note here of which skills require remediation (refer to Instructor Manual for information about remediation).




Megacode Testing Checklist: Scenarios 1/3/8 Bradycardia ➔ Pulseless VT ➔ PEA ➔ PCAC



Team Leader

Ensures high-quality CPR at all times

Assigns team member roles

Ensures that team members perform well

Bradycardia Management

Starts oxygen if needed, places monitor, starts IV

Places monitor leads in proper position

Recognizes symptomatic bradycardia

Administers correct dose of atropine

Prepares for second-line treatment

Pulseless VT Management

Recognizes pVT

Clears before analyze and shock

Immediately resumes CPR after shocks

Appropriate airway management

Appropriate cycles of drug–rhythm check/shock–CPR

Administers appropriate drug(s) and doses

PEA Management

Recognizes PEA

Verbalizes potential reversible causes of PEA (H’s and T’s)


Immediately resumes CPR after rhythm checks

Post–Cardiac Arrest Care

Identifies ROSC

Ensures BP and 12-lead ECG are performed, O2 saturation is monitored, verbalizes need for endotracheal intubation and waveform capnography, and orders laboratory tests

Considers targeted temperature management

STOP TEST



Learning Station Competency

☐ Cardiac Arrest ☐ Bradycardia ☐ Tachycardia ☐ Immediate Post–Cardiac Arrest Care ☐ Megacode Practice


Megacode Testing Checklist: Scenarios 4/7/10 Tachycardia ➔ VF ➔ PEA ➔ PCAC



Team Leader

Ensures high-quality CPR at all times

Assigns team member roles

Ensures that team members perform well

Tachycardia Management

Starts oxygen if needed, places monitor, starts IV

Places monitor leads in proper position

Recognizes unstable tachycardia

Recognizes symptoms due to tachycardia

Performs immediate synchronized cardioversion

VF Management

Recognizes VF

Clears before analyze and shock

Immediately resumes CPR after shocks

Appropriate airway management

Appropriate cycles of drug–rhythm check/shock–CPR


PEA Management

Recognizes PEA

Verbalizes potential reversible causes of PEA (H’s and T’s)


Immediately resumes CPR after rhythm checks

Post–Cardiac Arrest Care

Identifies ROSC

Ensures BP and 12-lead ECG are performed, O2 saturation is monitored, verbalizes need for endotracheal intubation and waveform capnography, and orders laboratory tests

Considers targeted temperature management

STOP TEST



Learning Station Competency

☐ Cardiac Arrest ☐ Bradycardia ☐ Tachycardia ☐ Immediate Post–Cardiac Arrest Care ☐ Megacode Practice


American Heart Association Emergency Cardiovascular Care Program Instructor Monitor Tool

Instructor Monitor Tool Revised: January 2018

Instructions: Training Center Faculty (TCF) or Regional Faculty (RF) should use this form to assess the competencies of instructor candidates and renewing instructors. For each competency, there are several indicators or behaviors that the instructor may exhibit to demonstrate competency.

To be used in conjunction with the Instructor/TCF Renewal Checklist. Role of the RF/TCF Observer: The role of the RF/TCF observer for this monitoring is to observe only. Debriefing or correcting the instructor during the course should be avoided. If critical components are not being completed, contact the TC Coordinator or Course Director outside the classroom setting immediately.

Evaluating the Critical Actions: The following questions are critical actions required for a successful course. Each item is written to maximize the objectivity and minimize the subjectivity of the evaluator. For each item, mark one of the following:

Yes for items present or completed if there are no required changes for improvement. There may be recommendations for improvement and comments but no required changes.

Yes with req. (Yes with requirements) for items that were completed but changes are required for full compliance. Fill in the comment box with the required change and rationale.

No if the required action was not done or was done incorrectly. Not Observed for items the observer did not witness during monitoring.

SECTION 1:

General information for the individual and course being observed.

Instructor or instructor candidate name:

Instructor ID #: Instructor card expiration date:

Course reviewed: Heartsaver® BLS ACLS ACLS EP PALS PEARS®

Purpose of review: Initial application Instructor renewal Remediation

SECTION 2:

Instructor competencies and indicators. Observed by TCF or RF in a class setting. Course Delivery: Presents AHA course content as intended by using AHA course curricula and materials

2.1 Delivers all core content consistent with AHA published guidelines, Instructor Manual, Lesson Plans, and agenda

Yes Yes with req. No Not observed

Reviewer's comments: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________



2.2 Uses videos, checklists, equipment, and other tools as directed in the Instructor Manual

Yes Yes with req No Not observed


2.3 Allows adequate time for content delivery, skills practice, and debriefing



2.4 Promotes retention by reinforcing key points



2.5 Delivers course in a safe and nonthreatening manner



2.6 Relates course material to audience (prehospital or in-facility)



2.7 Effectively operates technology used in the course





2.8 Adapts terminology appropriate to location, audience, and culture



2.9 Accommodates students who have disabilities and other special needs



2.10 Provides timely and appropriate feedback to students



2.11 Uses principles of effective team dynamics during small group activities


Reviewer's comments: _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________

2.12 Facilitates debriefings after scenarios to improve individual and team performance



Testing and Remediation: Measures students’ skills and knowledge against performance guidelines and provides remediation when needed to consolidate learning

2.13 Tests students by using AHA course materials according to instructions in the Instructor Manual





2.14 Provides feedback to students in a private and confidential manner



2.15 Provides remediation by directing students to reference material and by providing additional practice opportunities



2.16 Retests students when indicated



Professionalism: Maintains a high standard of ethics and professionalism when representing the AHA 2.17 Demonstrates professional behavior in physical presentation and teaching, including enthusiasm,

honesty, integrity, commitment, compassion, and respect



2.18 Follows HIPAA, FERPA, and/or local guidelines maintaining confidentiality





2.19 Recognizes and appropriately responds to ethical issues encountered in training



2.20 Maintains student confidentiality when appropriate



Overall comments from TCF or RF observer:

Review completed:

Successful

Comment:

Remediation needed

Comment:

Unsuccessful

Comment:

RF/TCF name:

RF/TCF signature: Date:



SECTION 3:

Review of candidate or instructor. To be completed by TC Coordinator.

I have reviewed the Instructor Monitor Tool with my TC Coordinator, and my instructor status has been reviewed with me. Overall comments from monitored candidate or instructor:

Candidate or instructor name:

Candidate or instructor signature: Date:

TC Coordinator name:

TC Coordinator signature: Date:

Joining/Re-aligning with the MnSCU Multi-Regional Training Center

1) New/Renewing Instructors: Mail this completed Instructor Profile Packet—all pages, along with the

bi-annual membership dues. Your card and materials will be mailed upon receiving this AHA required information.

2) Payment of the biennial $25.00 membership dues by one of three ways:

a. Check (please make checks payable to Minnesota State-MRTC)

b. Purchase Order (include PO # here: ___________________)

(Must have Credit Application for invoicing/PO if not a state agency—call 651-201-1795 for application).

c. Credit Cards pay dues online at: MRTC Online (No S/H or Sales Tax)

PER PAYMENT CARD REGULATIONS WE CAN ONLY ACCEPT CREDIT CARD TRANSACTIONS THRU OUR SECURED

ONLINE ORDERING SYSTEM.

You will receive an email receipt.

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 the fees

for materials, do not represent income to the AHA.

I agree to adhere to American Heart Association and Minnesota State /Multi-Regional Training Center policies, using appropriate AHA materials and issuing certification cards. ____________________________ _______________________________ _______________________

Print Name Signature Date

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MRTC Office Use Only:

Form of Payment: Check # __________________ Name on Check__________________________________

Cash

Credit Card (Type): ________________

Date routed to MRTC Support: ______________ Initials: __________ Date Receipt sent:_________________

Minnesota State

Multi-Regional Training Center 30 7th St., E., Suite 350, St. Paul, MN 55101-7804

Toll Free: 800-311-3143 Office: 651-201-1795 Fax: 651-649-5409

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TRAINING CENTER FACULTY/ INSTRUCTOR Update Outline ~for the MnSCU Multi-Regional Training

Center~ I. Introduction TCF in room--they are your resources II. AHA Hierarchy National in Dallas Regional MN ECC Committee (meet quarterly)

Enact AHA policies/goals in MN, QA focus, disseminate info to state Training Center Coordinators—36 in MN, Gayle Steiner is TCC for MnSCU MRTC and AHA BLS Regional Faculty.

Contact info: 651-201-1796 or [email protected] Training Center Faculty (experienced instructors, QA partners with TC, teach instructor classes and do instructor monitoring. Must be current instructor. Appointed and trained by training center coordinator. Instructors (do provider level classes, key to community training #’s) (4,000+ Instructors in MRTC) The MRTC trained >125,000 students in past year.

III. Aligning with TC AHA Training Center alignment all instructors need to be aligned with a training center. MRTC—we are national, and can move with you if you teach around the country. Database/web/online ordering and rental of equipment is unique. Instructor Re-certification Must attend a classroom renewal course every 2 years.

See Program Administration Manual (PAM) on the Instructor Network under Additional Tools, pg 54.

Ideally good to renew within the Training Center. Ok to recert at another TC, but need our Instructor Profile form to stay with MRTC.

Instructor Profile form-use only for those joining the MRTC, other generic AHA forms in PAM for non-MRTC instructors. Send in Profile form when all completed/+monitoring form+dues+AHA I.N. registration. If a card has not been received within a week call us..

Call Gayle 651-201-1796 for AHA questions/ course issues Call MRTC Asst., Tak Wong at 651-201-1795 for website support/ordering/billings

IV. Resources: Resources: www.heart.org & www.onlineaha.org & www.AHAInstructorNetwork.org

Various AHA apps/YouTube for Hands Only and FAST stroke assessment Registering for AHA Instructor Network You must register to get your AHA ID# that you put on all provider cards you issue. The MRTC puts your AHA ID# on your instructor card. This site is an on-going resource (PAM, forms, Updates, certification reminders).

Program Administration Manual on AHA I.N. only. MRTC Website: Go through website, entering classes, ordering online. http://tinyurl.com/MRTC-OnlineOrderingSite ECC Provider Course Matrix—lists classes that you can teach with your certification, see MRTC website: http://minnstate.edu/system/asa/workforce/mrtc/updates/index.html under Resources Instructor Manuals for specific courses w/lesson maps & Skills Checklists must

have at all classes you teach, lots of new info in the lastest manuals.

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.heart.org/

http://www.onlineaha.org/

http://www.ahainstructornetwork.org/

http://tinyurl.com/MRTC-OnlineOrderingSite

http://minnstate.edu/system/asa/workforce/mrtc/updates/index.html

V. Courses 2015 Guidelines all ACLS, BLS, HS, PALS materials are available. HCP (now called BLS Provider) There is a new renewal course for BLS courses (1/2018). HeartCode Part 1, online and Part 2 in the classroom—new requirements for practice.

Accelerated versions (less practice) for ACLS and BLS available. Agendas on AHA I.N.

VI. Miscellaneous Manikins --cleaning have Safety Data Sheet for bleach solution 2019 Feedback Manikin/Device requirement measures rate/depth. Peds coming. HS Cards paper/eCards increased in price on 10/3/2017, books decreased. HS in K-12 Schools card version for students & staff, use HS curriulum Instructors keep: roster-w/test scores, skills checklists & evals. x 3yrs for possible audit Cards: must give a current 15-_ _ _ _ card for any certification course.

1. E-card will be required in 2018. My Card User Guide on MRTC website Ordering Materials page in eCard Section (and on AHA Instructor Network). You can use up your hard copy cards they won’t expire.

2. Hardcopy cards & eCards d iscounted if purchased by the 96-pack. Must print hardcopy cards. No handwriting. Tips on website on Ordering Materials page.

Monitoring of Instructors New Instructors (monitored before teaching on their own)

and renewing (within the 2 year certification period). Come to renewal class with this completed. New monitoring form on website under Forms/Instructor Forms.

Heart Safe Community Project Promotes CPR training for bystanders. If meet all the criteria, signage under city name to say “Heart Safe City”. http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/healthimprovement/programs-initiatives/in-

communities/heartsafe.html MN Resuscitation Consortium grant $$ available for training projects.

www.mrc.umn.edu great resource for AED registration questions also (see below). You’re the Cure all AHA members to join. Keeps you in the loop on MN heart related political nationally and locally issues. No obligation, just join at:

http://yourethecure.org/aha/advocacy/default.aspx . New bill to be introduced to mandate a maintenance plan for anyone who has an AED.

Heart Walks around the state. Looking for volunteers to staff AED or CPR demos, etc.

http://www2.heart.org/site/TR/HeartWalk/MWA-MidWestAffiliate?pg=entry&fr_id=3161 MN Sudden Cardiac Arrest Survivor’s Network a good resource to enhance your classes. VII. Cover Questions TCFUpdateFeb2018.doc

http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/healthimprovement/programs-initiatives/in-communities/heartsafe.html

http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/healthimprovement/programs-initiatives/in-communities/heartsafe.html

http://www.mrc.umn.edu/

http://yourethecure.org/aha/advocacy/default.aspx

http://www2.heart.org/site/TR/HeartWalk/MWA-MidWestAffiliate?pg=entry&fr_id=3161

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