Spring/Summer 2016 Kirkwood Continuing Education
Nurses & Allied Health Practitioners Long-term Care | AHA
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Welcome to Kirkwood Continuing Education
Nurses and Allied Health Practitioners, including Long-term Care, American Heart Association At Kirkwood Community College, we are committed to providing you with the highest standard of continuing education and giving you the best learning experience possible. As a valued healthcare professional in the Kirkwood seven-county service area, we invite you to attend the quality education courses listed throughout this catalog to meet your continuing education and professional development requirements. Our continuing education offerings for nurses, allied health professionals and long-term care/vocational health practitioners are dedicated to helping you build and enhance your professional health care career. We provide required courses, a wide range of CEU/CEH offerings and American Heart Association classes to meet your interests and needs. Courses are conveniently offered at a variety of locations throughout the Kirkwood service area. Our classes are affordable, held in a friendly environment and taught by highly skilled facilitators who will provide you with the training necessary to help advance your career. Feel free to provide us feedback if you have a need for a specific continuing education program you would like for us to consider offering. If you would like to be a program presenter, please do not hesitate to contact us. Whether you are looking for a new career, professional development, or simply a refresher course, Kirkwood is here to support your professional education needs. Registration is easy and quick, so don’t delay.
Laura Daman, BA, RN
Nursing & Allied Health Programs laura.daman@kirkwood.edu
Bev Riege, RN
Long-term Care & Vocational Health bev.riege@kirkwood.edu
Brian Rechkemmer, AAS, NREMT-P AHA Classes brian.rechkemmer@kirkwood.edu
CONTENTS Nursing and Allied Health
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Long-term Care/Vocational Health
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American Heart Association
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Registration Information
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Kirkwood Community College declares and affirms to its students, employees and to the public that it does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, physical or mental ability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical attributes, veteran status, genetic information, socioeconomic status, and actual or potential parental, family or marital status in its educational programs, activities, admission procedures or employment practices. The College affirms its commitment to comply with all applicable federal and state laws, regulations and orders. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact Michael Roberts, Executive Director of Human Resources at Kirkwood Community College, 313 Kirkwood Hall, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd., SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, or by phone to 319-398-5572, or email to michael.roberts@kirkwood. edu; or Vice President, Student Services, Jon Buse, 115 Iowa Hall, at 319-398-5584, or email to jon.buse@kirkwood.edu; or Vice President, Academic Affairs, Bill Lamb, 100 Iowa Hall, at 319-398-5509, or email to bill.lamb@kirkwood. edu; or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576.
Nursing and Allied Health Classes Assessment Lab: A Skills Review Course for RNs
Phlebotomist Training Course
Clinical assessment is a core nursing function and the means by which nurses begin the process of care planning. The goal of this program is to offer the registered nurse an opportunity to update and refresh their general clinical assessment skills to support optimal outcomes and best-practice nursing care. Multiple body systems will be addressed, such as cardiac, neurological and respiratory systems. Participants will have the opportunity to utilize state-of-the-art simulation equipment for this hands-on learning experience. The student must be a registered nurse with an active Iowa license, or, if inactive, must be eligible for relicensure. Nursing CEUs will be awarded at course completion. Objectives: 1) Identify the purpose of a comprehensive clinical assessment and how it contributes to patient care, 2) Describe various systems assessments with relationship to cardiac, neurological and respiratory conditions, 3) Review common disease states, appropriate assessment techniques and related assessment findings, and 4) Demonstrate and practice proper clinical assessment of the patient. CEUs: 0.32 Registered Nurses. Iowa Board of Nursing, Provider #30. 100 percent attendance is required to receive certificate. CHNC-9000 / 1 session / $75 >78334 W 6-9pm Mar 30 Lunsford Linn Hall 2017
This non-credit program prepares students to function as a phlebotomist in a medical laboratory setting. Students will learn to obtain blood specimens via primary phlebotomy techniques in order to facilitate collection and testing. Course content includes anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system, medical terminology prefixes and suffixes, abbreviations and customer service skills. Class consists of classroom work, graded tests and quizzes, and lab practicals followed by an 80-hour clinical experience in a laboratory setting. Included in the cost of the course is a certification exam, which students may take upon successful course completion. Successful passing of the exam results in the Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT), which is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCAA) and issued through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Prior to registering, all students must take the COMPASS reading placement test by contacting the Kirkwood Community College Test Center at 319-398-5456 in Cedar Rapids or 319-887-3642 in Iowa City. Applicant must achieve a passing score of 76 to be considered eligible to register for the Phlebotomy program. After receiving the assessment score, the applicant must contact the Program Director at 319-398-5626 to complete the registration process. Applicants must be 18 years old and have evidence of high school diploma or equivalent. Costs associated with the program that are not included in the tuition: Textbook and workbook, background check fee ($45), immunization/ health information tracking fee ($30) and any fees that may be associated with the health requirements. Special notice: The mandatory 80-hour (two-week) clinical experience is held following successful completion of the lecture/lab portion of the class. Clinical hours will be scheduled Monday through Friday, approximately 7am to 4pm. Please note that evening or weekend hours are NOT available for the clinical experience. Clinical sites are located throughout Kirkwood’s seven county area, with assignment to clinicals by random selection. Students should not expect that their clinical site will be in the same city as their class. Students are responsible for their own transportation to their clinical assignment. Informational guidelines and student expectations for the clinical experience, including the background check process and health requirements, will be explained during the first week of class. Textbooks required: Phlebotomy Essentials, 6th Edition, McCall & Tankersley, and Student Workbook for Phlebotomy Essentials, 6th Edition. Both available at the Kirkwood bookstore. CHHO-6000 / 20 sessions / $999 >79830 TTh 6-9pm Apr 12-Jun 16 Wacha Kirkwood Reg Ctr at UI 218 >79843 TTh 6-9pm Aug 16-Oct 20 Wacha Linn County Reg Ctr 402
OASIS-C1 Submissions and CASPER Reporting System Training This workshop, offered over the Iowa Communications Network (ICN), will provide students with the most recent information on the use and implementation of OASIS data transmission and reports on QIES systems. The target audience includes home health agency staff responsible for OASIS automation/data transmission. Those who submit OASIS data and want a refresher and information about the new process are encouraged to attend. This program is cosponsored by Telligen and the Consortium of Community Colleges. Objectives: 1) Review the QIES Automation process, 2) Learn to access validation reports, 3) Learn to complete OASIS correction activity, 4) Access OASIS CASPER reports, 5) Recognize new OASIS technical updates, 6) Recognize new CASPER updates, and 7) Identify Resources/CMS update. CEUs: 0.2 Nurses. Social Workers and others needing this class will receive a certificate of completion. 100 percent attendance required for CEU/CEH credit. CHNC-4400 / 1 session / $25 >78614 T 1-3:15pm Apr 5 Kufner Linn Hall 2182
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Dental Radiography Update
Expanded Functions Dental Assisting Course Kirkwood Community College Continuing Education offers an Iowa Dental Board approved EFDA course for the qualified dental assistant. The Kirkwood EFDA course is designed so the student can obtain their EFDA certificate without leaving their dental office. Coursework is completed through directed text readings along with evaluation measures and completion of clinical skills within their dental office. Students are assigned an instructor who will oversee their progress within the course. Once accepted into the course, the student is required to attend an orientation session. Alternative orientation options will be considered for those who live a great distance from Kirkwood’s main campus in Cedar Rapids. Students are given six months to complete the readings, evaluation measures and clinical skills. Online quizzes assist students in obtaining the information needed to pass a required post-assessment. The expanded functions offered in this course are: • Taking Occlusal Registrations • Placement and Removal of Gingival Retraction • Fabrication and Removal of Provisional Restorations • Applying Cavity Liners and Bases, Desensitizing Agents and Bonding Systems • Placement and Removal of Dry Socket Medication • Placement of Periodontal Dressings • Testing Pulp Vitality NEW FOR 2016: • Removal of Adhesives (Hand Instrumentation Only) • Preliminary Charting of Existing Dental Restorations and Teeth • Monitoring of Nitrous Oxide Inhalation Analgesia (Please note: this function is not included with our standard EFDA course; it is an add-on with a separate registration fee) Successful completion of all ten functions certifies the Dental Assistant as a Level 1 EFDA. Individuals who have already earned an EFDA certificate may enroll in a special “bridge” course developed to help the student to complete missing functions in order to earn their Level 1 EFDA. Certain limitations do apply and the student must provide documentation of previously completed functions. If you have questions about the EFDA program, or to begin the enrollment process, please contact Laura Daman at laura.daman@kirkwood.edu.
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This presentation will provide the dental professional with the latest information on dental imaging, including common safety techniques for both you and your patient. A comparison of types of imaging useful in your practice will be presented, and case studies will be utilized to assist with understanding dental imaging. This program meets the Iowa Dental Board continuing education requirements for dental assistants who wish to renew their qualification in dental radiography. Objectives: 1) Identify key individuals in the development of dental imaging, 2) Identify radiation safety techniques in exposing dental imaging, 3) Compare analog and digital imaging, and 4) Identify dental anomalies by case studies. CEHs: 2.0 Dental Assistants, Dental Hygienists, Dentists. 100 percent attendance required for CE credit. Approved sponsor, Iowa Dental Board. CHDE-4000 / 1 session / $59 >80473 T 6:30-8:45pm Apr 26 Spaight Linn Hall 2017 >80476 W 6:30-8:45pm Jun 15 Spaight Linn Hall 2017
EKG Technician Training Program Meet the demand for cross-trained health professionals by adding EKG skills to your resume. Our comprehensive 60-hour EKG Technician Training Program prepares you to function as an EKG Technician. An EKG technician is a medical professional trained in operating specialized equipment used to measure the heart’s performance. Technicians work directly with patients, administer the test and provide the resulting data to physicians for analysis. Electrocardiogram (EKG) tests are critical in helping doctors determine heart health problems in patients. EKGs check the electrical activity of the heart to access heart rhythm, rate, strength and timing. They can be used to check the heart’s general health and electrical activity, and to look for signs of heart disease, heart attack, effects of medication or causes of unexplained chest pain. This non-credit course includes important practice and background information on the anatomy and physiology of the heart, medical disease processes, medical terminology, medical ethics, and legal aspects of patient contact. Students will practice with EKG equipment and perform hands-on labs including introduction to the function and proper use of the EKG machine, and other clinical practices. There is no externship component; all preparation is through lectures, online learning and hands-on training (labs). Prerequisites: Minimum 18 years of age with high school diploma or its equivalent. Prior to registering, all students must take the COMPASS reading placement test by contacting the Kirkwood Test Center at 319-398-5456 in Cedar Rapids or 319-887-3642 in Iowa City. Applicant must achieve a passing score of 76 to be considered eligible to register for the EKG Technician Training Program. After receiving their assessment score, the applicant must contact the Program Director at 319-398-5626 to complete the registration process. A certificate of completion will be awarded upon successful completion of the EKG Technician Training Program and students will be prepared to sit for a certification exam, which is included in the cost of the course. CHHO-5700 / 16 sessions / $799 >79855 MW 9:15am-12:15pm May 2-Jun 27 TBA Kirkwood Reg Ctr at UI 218 >80014 MW 9:15am-12:15pm Sept 12-Nov 2 TBA Kirkwood Reg Ctr at UI 218
I liked that the instructor walked through examples of ideas that could be difficult to understand. Christen M Nolte
SAVE THE DATE! Abilities in Action 2016 Conference & Expo The Abilities in Action Conference and Expo is a premiere combination of information and technology for professionals working in the direct care field. This year’s conference will be held on Wednesday, October 12 at the Kirkwood Training and Outreach Services (KTOS) Center in Marion. Professional CEU/ CEHs are included in the $59 conference fee. Watch for more information in the fall catalog or call conference coordinator Laura Daman at 319-398-5626.
Infection Control for the Dental Office This program provides participants with updated information on currently recommended infection control practices for the dental office. Learn about occupational exposures, preventive measures, medical waste management, and the protocols for antisepsis, disinfection and sterilization. Meets Iowa Dental Board continuing education requirements for Infection Control content. Objectives: 1) Discuss protocol for antisepsis and hand hygiene, 2) Discuss sterilization procedures and monitoring, 3) Discuss disinfection procedures, 4) Discuss occupational exposures and preventive measures, and 5) Discuss medical waste management. CEHs: 2.0 Dental Assistants, Dental Hygienists, Dentists. 100 percent attendance required. Approved sponsor, Iowa Dental Board. CHDE-4500 / 1 session / $59 >81111 W 6:30-8:45pm May 11 Malmberg Katz Family Healthcare Sim Ctr 2017 >81117 M 6:30-8:45pm Aug 8 Malmberg Katz Family Healthcare Sim Ctr 2017
Child Abuse and Mandatory Reporting As a child abuse mandatory reporter, this program provides the participant with information on the investigation, identification and legalities of child abuse. The curriculum for this program is approved by the Iowa Department of Public Health Abuse Education Review Panel, approval #2000. Objectives: 1) Define what constitutes child abuse according to Iowa law and identify who is mandated to report, 2) Identify physical and behavioral indicators of child abuse, 3) Discuss how to make a report and what happens after a report is made, 4) Discuss confidentiality and liability, and 5) Acquaint participants with the function/purpose of the Child Protection Center and the Child Protection Center process. CEUs: 0.2 Nurses, Medical Assistants (responsible for own approval), Direct Care Staff. CEHs: 2.0 EMS Providers (informal hours), First Responders, Social Workers, Nursing Home and Residential Administrators, Psychologists, Child Care Staff, Physical Therapists, PTAs, Occupational Therapists, OTAs, Dental Hygienists, Dentists, Dental Assistants. All participants with 100 percent attendance will receive a certificate of attendance. Health professionals not listed above may submit this certificate to their respective boards for continuing education credit. Iowa Board of Nursing Provider #30. Iowa Dental Board Approved Sponsor. CHNC-2000 / 1 session / $29 T 6:30-8:45pm / Apr 12 / Nicholls Blomme >74727 Linn Hall 2188 >74728 Linn County Reg Ctr 314 >74729 Iowa City Credit Ctr 119 >74730 Tippie-Mansfield Ctr KTS-3 >74731 Benton County Ctr KTS-3 >74732 Cedar County Ctr KTS-3 >74733 Iowa County Ctr KTS-3 >74734 Jones Reg Education Ctr KTS-3 >74735 Washington Reg Ctr 236 T 6:30-8:45pm / Aug 16 / Nicholls Blomme >74936 Linn Hall 2188 >74937 Linn County Reg Ctr 314 >74939 Iowa City Credit Ctr 119 >74940 Tippie-Mansfield Ctr KTS-3 >74942 Benton County Ctr KTS-3 >74944 Cedar County Ctr KTS-3 >74945 Iowa County Ctr KTS-3 >74946 Jones Reg Education Ctr KTS-3 >74950 Washington Reg Ctr 236
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Advanced Cardiac Life Support This 12-hour program reviews emergency cardiac care according to the American Heart Association ACLS guidelines. Participants will work in a relaxed small group environment, working through case studies and simulating skills on manikins. Two-year recommended renewal. Materials fee $40 included in cost of class. Objectives: 1) Recognize and initiate early management of periarrest conditions that may result in cardiac arrest or complicate resuscitation outcome, 2) Demonstrate proficiency in providing BLS care, including prioritizing chest compressions and integrating use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), 3) Recognize and manage respiratory arrest, 4) Recognize and manage cardiac arrest until termination of resuscitation or transfer of care, including immediate post-cardiac arrest care, 5) Recognize and initiate early management of acute coronary syndromes (ACS), including appropriate disposition, 6) Recognize and initiate early management of stroke, including appropriate disposition, and 7) Demonstrate effective communication as a member or leader of a resuscitation team and recognize the impact of team dynamics on overall team performance. CEUs: 1.14 Nurses. Nursing CEUs approved through the Iowa Board of Nursing, provider #30. 100 percent attendance required for CE credit. A course evaluation will be available upon program completion. Course tuition includes CE course completion certificate. CHCP-1400 / 1 session / $155 >79512 W 8am-8pm Apr 20 Fridal Linn Hall 2112
T 6:30-8:45pm / Jul 12 / Nicholls Blomme >74908 Linn Hall 2188 >74909 Linn County Reg Ctr 314 >74910 Iowa City Credit Ctr 119 >74912 Tippie-Mansfield Ctr KTS-3 >74913 Benton County Ctr KTS-3 >74914 Cedar County Ctr KTS-3 >74915 Iowa County Ctr KTS-3 >74917 Jones Reg Education Ctr KTS-3 >74919 Washington Reg Ctr 236
Dependent Adult Abuse and Mandatory Reporting
Social Work Ethics
Are you aware of your obligations as a mandatory reporter of dependent adult abuse? Our speaker will share the latest updates for mandatory reporters, their roles and responsibilities, and recognition of abuse. The curriculum for this program is approved by the Iowa Department of Public Health Abuse Education Review Panel, approval #163. Objectives: 1) Give an overview of the program in Iowa, 2) Be aware of the existence of dependent adult abuse, 3) Discuss the dynamics of abuse, 4) Define abuse situations and the concepts which will assist in identifying abuse, 5) Understand the responsibility and duties of mandatory reporters, 6) Describe the legal issues and the limitations of the law. CEUs: 0.2 Nurses, Medical Assistants (responsible for own approval), Direct Care Staff. CEHs: 2.0 Nursing Home and Residential Administrators, Psychologists, Department Heads, Physical Therapists, PTAs, Occupational Therapists, OTAs, Social Workers, Dental Professionals, EMS Providers (informal hours) All participants with 100 percent attendance will receive a certificate of attendance. Health professionals not listed above may submit this certificate to their respective boards for continuing education credit. Iowa Board of Nursing Provider #30. Iowa Dental Board Approved Sponsor. CHNC-2100 / 1 session / $29 T 6:30-8:45pm / May 17 / Nicholls Blomme >74868 Linn Hall 2188 >74869 Linn County Reg Ctr 314 >74870 Iowa City Credit Ctr 119 >74871 Tippie-Mansfield Ctr KTS-3 >74872 Benton County Ctr KTS-3 >74873 Cedar County Ctr KTS-3 >74874 Iowa County Ctr KTS-3 >74875 Jones Reg Education Ctr KTS-3 >74876 Washington Reg Ctr 236
The purpose of this program is to review the NASW Code of Ethics and the implications for Iowa social worker conduct. Ethical dilemmas and a decision-making model will be reviewed and discussed. An emphasis will be placed on the ethical principle of dual relationships and its implications for professional practice. The target audience for this program is social workers. The content of this class meets the ethics continuing education requirement for social workers in the state of Iowa. Objectives: 1) Discuss the NASW Code of Ethics Code of Conduct for social workers, 2) List ethical challenges related to the social work profession, 3) Discuss ethical dilemmas and apply an ethical decision-making model to dilemmas, and 4) Define professionalism and discuss relationships between professionalism, self-determination, and dual relationships. CEHS: 3.6 Social Workers. 100 percent attendance is required to receive certificate. Health professionals not listed may choose to submit their certificate to their respective boards for continuing education credit. CHNC-5000 / 1 session / $59 >80573 Th 6-9:15pm May 19 McSweeney Linn Hall 2017 >80574 W 6-9:15pm Aug 24 McSweeney Linn Hall 2017
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I loved the small class size with personal attention and plenty of hands-on work. Mariane Arcenas
The speakers were very knowledgeable and interesting to listen to! Deborah Laltopper
Training for Mandatory Reporters of Child Abuse and Dependent Adult Abuse It is the role and responsibility of all persons who in the course of employment, examine, attend, counsel, or treat children and dependent adults to protect them from harm perpetrated by others. The goal of this course is to increase the knowledge and awareness of child and dependent adult abuse. This course meets the training requirement for mandatory reporters who work with both children and dependent adults on a regular basis. It does not meet the training requirements for persons who work with only one population and not both children and adults. The curriculum for this program is approved by the Iowa Department of Public Health Abuse Education Review Panel, approval #2032. 100 percent attendance is required for CE credit. Objectives: 1) Have an awareness of the existence of child and dependent adult abuse; 2) Define abuse situations and the concepts that will assist in identifying abuse; 3) Understand the responsibilities and duties of mandatory reporters. CEUs: 0.3 Nurses, Medical Assistants (responsible for own approval), Direct Care Staff. CEHs: 3.0 EMS Providers (informal hours), Nursing Home and Residential Administrators, Psychologists, Department Heads, Social Workers, Dental Assisants, Dental Hygienists, Dentists. All participants with 100 percent attendance will receive a certificate of attendance. Health professionals not listed above may submit this certificate to their respective boards for continuing education credit. Iowa Board of Nursing Provider #30. Iowa Dental Board Approved Sponsor. CHNC-2200 / 1 session / $35 T 6-9:15pm / Jun 14 / Nicholls Blomme >74898 Linn Hall 2188 >74900 Linn County Reg Ctr 314 >74901 Iowa City Credit Ctr 119 >74902 Tippie-Mansfield Ctr KTS-3 >74903 Benton County Ctr KTS-3 >74904 Cedar County Ctr KTS-3 >74905 Iowa County Ctr KTS-3 >74906 Jones Reg Education Ctr KTS-3 >74907 Washington Reg Ctr 236
KICK Camp: Blue’s Anatomy: Health Careers Camp Does your child think they might have a future in healthcare? At this camp, students will explore careers in various areas such as dental, medical, diagnostic and therapeutic services, emergency care, dietary and vision services. They will go on a field trip and experience a hands-on activity in medical simulation in Kirkwood’s state-of-the-art Katz Family Healthcare Simulation Center. This camp is for youth ages 9-15. Benefits for your child include: 1) Social skills development in leadership, communication, and participation, 2) self-respect and character building through resourcefulness, responsibility and learning skills, and 3) career exploration. CLYO-2400 / 4 sessions / $169 >79170 MTWTh 12:30-4pm Jul 11-Jul 14 Abbott Linn Hall 2112
Expanded IV Therapy for the Licensed Practical Nurse This course is designed to prepare the licensed practical nurse to perform procedures related to the expanded scope of intravenous therapy, using a peripheral intravenous catheter, a midline catheter and a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC line), in a licensed hospital, a nursing facility and a certified end-stage renal dialysis unit as identified in 655 IAC Chapter 6. Major emphasis is placed on the specialized skills needed to provide intravenous therapy related to the expanded scope of the licensed practical nurse for clients who are age 12 or older and for clients who weigh 80 pounds or more. During this course the licensed practical nurse will learn: The major legal implications of intravenous therapy (IV) relative to Iowa Code chapter 152 and 655 IAC Chapters 4 and 6, select IV devices used in administering intravenous solutions and drugs, indicating the criteria for use, precautions, complications of each, and documentation of equipment used, specific to a midline and PICC line sites, be knowledgeable of the anatomy and physiology of central veins, demonstrate the principles of infection control, manage IV therapy to decrease the risk of complications, specific to midline and PICC line sites, analyze the major drugs used intravenously, giving precautions, dose and effects, rate of infusion, side effects and reactions, factors controlling stability and compatibility, preparation, and administration of each drug, demonstrate the maintenance and care of the client with a midline or PICC line site and/or infusion, in a simulated laboratory setting and in a clinical setting in accordance with 655 IAC Chapter 6, and perform techniques for preparing and administering IV solutions and additives in simulated and clinical situations with appropriate supervision, according to agency policy. Prerequisites: 1) Unrestricted Iowa nursing license or an unrestricted license in another state recognized for licensure in this state pursuant to the nurse licensure compact contained in Iowa code 152E, 2) Documented 1040 hours as a LPN, currently employed in a licensed hospital, licensed skilled nursing facility, or a certified end-stage renal dialysis unit whose written policies and procedures allow the licensed practical nurse to perform procedures related to the expanded scope of intravenous therapy, and 3) completed agency agreement. Contact Laura Daman at Kirkwood Community College Continuing Education, 319-398-5626, to begin the process of satisfying the prerequisites. All prerequisites need to be completed and returned no later than September 1. Once satisfactory documentation of the prerequisites has been met, the student will be enrolled in the course. Please note that in the event of college or instructor cancellations, November 14 will be used as a make-up day if needed. Required Textbook: IV Therapy Made Incredibly Easy!, 4th edition, ISBN13: 978-1-60547-198-3. Students will need to purchase on their own and bring text to class. Book is available in the main campus Kirkwood Bookstore. Math Test Requirements: A math competency test will be administered at the first class (unit 1) and the student must score at least 90 percent or better to continue in the class. Students will be sent a practice test prior to the first class. CEUs: 5.0 Licensed Practical Nurse. 100 percent attendance required. Continuing Education will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of both the didactic and lab/clinical portions of the course. Documentation of course completion shall be maintained by the licensed practical nurse and their employer. Approved by Iowa Board of Nursing Provider #30. CHHO-3050 / 9 sessions / $429 >81225 M 5-9:30pm Sep 12-Nov 7 Zimmerman Katz Family Healthcare Sim Ctr 2017
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  HOMESTUDY FOR HEALTH OCCUPATIONS (No Nursing CEUs) CHHO-3010-67808
The instructor was very approachable and gave thorough explanations. Magnolia Tagunao
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Basic Medical Terminology
$99
This course is for people who wish to work in medical records, doctors’ offices and insurance companies. Medical terms, word roots, suffixes and prefixes will be emphasized. Students may register and start this course anytime. Once registered, students have six months to complete the coursework. A certificate of completion will be issued upon successful completion of the course.
TEXTBOOKS – HOME STUDIES IN NURSING Earn continuing education credit and maintain your state licensure without leaving the comfort of your home or office. Home Studies in Nursing are textbook-based courses that may be started when you are ready to start; once registered, the student then has 8-weeks to complete their coursework. All materials are mailed to the student within 10 working
days of registration, or, they may arrange to pick up their materials at the college. Upon completion, students return the completed post-test and evaluation form in the provided postage-paid envelope. The test is reviewed and graded, and based upon a passing score, a CEU certificate is issued. Iowa Board of Nursing Provider #30.
SECTION #
COURSE TITLE
DESCRIPTION
CEUs
TUITION
CHNC-8010-67795
Communication for Nurses
Communication is a key element for ensuring patient safety. Learn to develop
0.6
$69
0.4
$89
1.0
$89
0.5
$69
0.21
$45
0.6
$69
1.0
$75
2.0
$109
0.8
$89
0.75
$75
0.5
$75
0.6
$69
the professional communication skills you need to prevent errors and avoid patient injuries. Gain a full understanding of how communication is tied to desired clinical outcomes.
CHNC-8010-67798
Excessive Crying in Infancy
Understand the problems associated with an infant’s excessive crying, and learn solutions and techniques for helping families cope.
CHNC-8010-67800
Healing the Dying
Learn the sociological, spiritual and emotional aspects for terminal patients and their families and be able to assist all persons through the dying process.
CHNC-8010-67794
Caring for Patients from Different Cultures
Cultural competency is very important in healthcare. Understanding different cultures and world views facilitates increased communication and understanding between patients, providers and family members. Includes many examples of the different cultures in America today and how they approach illness and health.
CHNC-8010-67805
The Aging Eye
This course provides updated information on the aging eye, common disorders and treatment options. With an increasingly elderly population, healthcare professionals will provide care to more patients with ocular disease and visual disorders/impairments.
CHNC-8010-67807
The Practice of Patient Education – A Case Study Approach
This book is for all healthcare providers who want to know more about how to effectively teach patients and families. Includes multiple examples and case studies, evidence-based patient education practice and key issues in patient education.
CHNC-8010-67804
Surefire Documentation: How, What, & When Nurses Need to Document
Surefire Documentation demonstrates all aspects of routine care for a wide range of conditions. Learn how to deal with challenging situations, patient relationships and understand the nurse’s role in documenting difficult professional problems.
CHNC-8010-67802
Oncology Nursing Secrets
This course details information on cancer, treating cancer, hematological malignancies, solid tumors, symptom management, oncology management, and factors to consider when caring for people with cancer.
CHNC-8010-67799
Genetics Nursing Portfolios: A New Model for Credentialing
Get information and guidance on using portfolios to document the competencies of nurses practicing in genetic healthcare settings, according to accepted practices.
CHNC-8010-67801
CHNC-8010-67797
Nursing Leadership and Management: A Practical Guide
Learn what constitutes nursing leadership and nursing management, and
Community Health Nursing: A Practical Guide
This course offers information about Community Health Nursing; the roles of
identify the skills needed to be a good leader or manager.
the community health nurse, the populations the nurses serve and the areas of concern, including legal issues of community health nursing.
CHNC-8010-67803
Sibling Abuse Trauma
This course focuses on child maltreatment and integrates research, theory and clinical experiences. Sibling Abuse Trauma is written with a healthy and complex appreciation of broader issues in the field of family Violence and family therapy.
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Long-term Care/ Vocational Health Classes 90-hour Food Service Certificate Program
24-hour Food Production (online)
Kirkwood Community College provides programs for many facets of the food service industry. Students receive Kirkwood certificates of completion for attending all six courses in the 90-hour Food Service Training program. These courses include: • Food Service Safety and Sanitation (online) • Meal Service for Food Service Supervisors (online) • Modified Diets (online) • Food Preparation (online) • 24-hour Food Production (online) (prerequisite: Food Preparation) • Food Service Management (online)
Students build on the Food Preparation course by preparing and evaluating quantity food recipes in his or her long-term care setting. Food production systems appropriate for the long-term care setting are reviewed, with emphasis on quality control and quantity preparation techniques. This course includes travel to two additional foodservice sites within the vicinity of the students employment, chosen by the student, and preferably in the long-term care setting. Prerequisite: Food Preparation (CHLT-1045). CHLT-1055 / 1 session / $209 >77845 Aguiar Jun 6-Jul 31
All six courses must be successfully completed to obtain the 90-hour Food Service Training certificate required by the Department of health for dietary managers in LTC facilities. The 90-hour certificate is issued upon successful completion of all six courses in the 90-hour Food Service Training program. Prospective students must have access to the following: 1) High-speed Internet access, 2) access to Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox browsers (not Google, Chrome, or Safari), 3) Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel, 4) Adobe Acrobat for PDF file, 5) computer with speakers so YouTube videos can be viewed, 6) printer. Login information is sent via e-mail one week prior to start date of class. Check online for additional course offerings.
Modified Diets (online) This course designed to familiarize students with the dietary modification, implementation and care of clients requiring therapeutic diets including sodium restriction, diabetes, added fiber, renal, and texture modifications. Textbook (required): Iowa Simplified Diet Manual, 11th Edition, ISBN 978-0813811963. CHLT-1035 / 1 session / $149 >77842 Aguiar Apr 11-May 8
Food Service Safety and Sanitation (online) This course focuses on food service sanitation and safety for the employee and client, with an emphasis on safe food handling; and HACCP throughout all foodservice systems from procurement, receiving, preparation, service, and storage. Textbook (required): Serv Safe, 6th Edition, ISBN #978-0133908398. Textbooks are available at the Kirkwood Bookstore on the Main Campus in Cedar Rapids. CHLT-1015 / 1 session / $149 >77843 Aguiar May 9-Jun 5
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Food Management (online) Students in this course will learn personnel management, interviewing and hiring skills, orientation and training procedures, discipline, evaluation techniques, human resource management, leadership, and quality assurance. Key management systems related to budget, employee productivity, and communication styles are also included. CHLT-1065 / 1 session / $209 >80715 Aguiar Jul 18-Aug 28
Food Preparation (online) This course is designed for students to observe and practice hands-on cooking methods, follow standardized recipes, and evaluate cooking methods based on product evaluation of foods prepared in his or her facility. Key preparation skills include mise en place, knife handling, and preparation of fruits, vegetables, salads, starches, soups, sauces, cereals, pasta, eggs, and meat products. Management course requires travel to two local care facilities to tour and evaluate. CHLT-1045 / 1 session / $149 >80717 Aguiar Aug 29-Sep 25
Health Support Professional The Department of Inspections and Appeals recently approved a Health Support Professional advanced training series for Medicare reimbursement for medical home health, public health and hospice aides. For more information on upcoming classes on Medicare reimbursement, please call Bev Riege at 319-398-4970.
NEW: CCDI/Dementia Training This course meets the requirements of Chapter 58 for all staff working in a CCDI or facility working with people with chronic confusion or dementia. This course is mobile and can be brought to your facility! For more information, please contact Bev Riege at 319-398-4970 or Deanna Schnebbe at 319-398-5438.
Personal Activities of Daily Living (PADL) A Call to Mentoring; Instructor Training Would you like tools to help decrease staff turnover in a healthcare setting? This one day program is a thoughtful presentation that uses a number of teaching strategies and tools that foster interaction. Participants will increase their knowledge and skills needed to build a peer mentor program for Direct Care Staff and build team morale. Including discussion on potential benefits and challenges of peer mentoring. CHLT-6200 / 1 session / $249 >80916 Th 9am-4:30pm Apr 14 Riege KCETC 1206
This course introduces the Direct Care Worker to services to assist an individual in meeting their basic needs. The topics include: Professionalism, reporting and documentation, legal and regulatory guidelines, person-centered approach, cultural considerations, special populations, safety, infection control, personal hygiene support, functional support, safe patient handling, mobility assistance, vital signs, nutritional support, and elimination support. Prerequisite: Students must have completed the Core class, CHLT-4510 prior to taking this course. CHLT-4520 / 16 sessions / $299 >81368 TWTh 3:30-6:30pm May 12-Jun 16 Boston Linn County Reg Ctr 506
Medication Aide This course teaches the individual safe methods of administering oral medicines in a nursing home and residential facility. Class consists of 46 hours of classroom work. Ten hours of clinical observation by an RN is required after completion of the classroom portion. 100 percent attendance is required. You need a letter of recommendation from your current employer that includes the name of the RN who will be supervising the clinical portion of this class. CHLT-4000 / 12 sessions / $399 >80557 TTh 8:30am-12:30pm May 10-Jun 16 Griffiths KCLL 202/208
Health Monitoring and Maintenance This course introduces the Direct Care Worker to services that support and maintain an individual’s health and provide functional support for certain conditions. The topics include: Aging process, support for the person with sensory, musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular respiratory, skin, urinary, and reproductive conditions, as well as diabetes mellitus, neurologic and nervous disorders, mental illness and substance abuse disorders, pain, cancer, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and end of life. CHLT-4550 / 9 sessions / $199 >81370 TWTh 3:30-6:30pm Jun 21-Jul 7 Boston Linn County Reg Ctr 506
Health Support Professional Certificate Program This certificate program will provide an introduction to key skills needed to be a Direct Care Worker. Classes included: Core, Personal Activities of Daily Living (PADL), and Health Monitoring and Maintenance. CHLT-4600 / 27 sessions / $557 >81366 TWTh 3:30-6:30pm May 10-Jul 7 TBA Linn County Reg Ctr 506
Core This course builds a basic foundation of knowledge and introduction to the Direct Care Workers profession. The topics include: Person centered approach, communication and interpersonal skills, infection control, documentation and mobility assistance and walker safety. CHLT-4510 / 2 sessions / $59 >81367 TW 3:30-6:30pm May 10-May 11 Boston Linn County Reg Ctr 506
Supervising in Health Care Facilities This course meets the requirements under the Nurse Practice Act for the LPN employed in a supervisory position in long-term care. The learner will examine selected management problems, discuss related basic theory and principles, and apply these in solving problems. Health care facilities or organization, management tasks and skills, leadership qualities and appreciation of the individual needs of residents and staff members will be discussed throughout the course. The RN may also find this to be a beneficial course to develop management skills. This is a hybrid class which includes 18 hours of on-line study along with 24 hours of face to face classroom. 4.0 Nursing CEUs will be awarded upon successful completion of the course. CHLT-2500 / 7 sessions / $410 >81552 MTh 8-11:30am May 23-Jun 16 Nica Linn Hall TBA
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Nurse Aide Training This course is designed to meet the training requirements for the nurse aide in long-term care facilities. Emphasis is placed on achieving a basic level of knowledge of the resident, and demonstrating skills to provide safe and effective resident care. Students must complete a background check permission form at www.kirkwood.edu/nurseaide promptly after registration. This must be completed no less than 48 business hours before the first day of class. Textbook required: Hartman’s Nursing Assistant Care, 3rd edition, Hedman. Book is available at the Kirkwood bookstore. Expenses for training and competency evaluation program must be paid by employing nursing facility. Call for more information. CHNA-1000 / sessions vary / $539 SECTION #
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MWTh 5-9pm Benton County Ctr
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8am-12pm Linn County Reg Ctr
MTWTh 7am-2:30pm Northbrook Manor
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TWTh 4-9:15pm Linn Hall
TWTh 3-9:15pm TBA – Cedar Rapids
Klein
>80199 May 23-Jul 11
MTWTh 4-8:15pm Kirkwood Reg Ctr at UI
MTWTh 3:45-9pm Briarwood Health Care Ctr
Malley
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MTWTh 6am-2pm TBA
MTWTh 8am-12:15pm Highland Ridge
Van Heukelom
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MTWTh 9am-2:45pm Kirkwood Reg Ctr at UI
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Cart
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This class gave me the opportunity to start a new career! Beatriz Valdez-Warner
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This is the written portion of the CNA test. To register for the written exam, call 319-398-1022 or 1-800-332-8833. After registration, please call the Test Center at 319-398-5456 to schedule an appointment date and time for your exam. You will need to register separately for the skills exam, and must successfully pass both the written and skills tests with a 70 percent or greater score to be placed on the Iowa Direct Care Workers Registry. You will have two hours to complete this part of the exam. If you have a documented learning disability and would like to receive accommodations, please contact Learning Services at 319-398-5574 two weeks prior to the scheduled test date. You may take the written exam three times. If you are unable to pass after the third attempt, the course must be retaken prior to retesting. CHNA-2000 / 5 sessions / $50 >76713 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Mar 28-Apr 1 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >76853 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Apr 4-Apr 8 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >76854 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Apr 11-Apr 15 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >76855 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Apr 18-Apr 22 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >76862 WThF 9am-5:30pm May 11-May 13 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >76864 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm May 16-May 20 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >76865 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm May 23-May 27 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >78183 TWThF 9am-5:30pm May 31-Jun 3 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >78241 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Jun 6-Jun 10 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >78243 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Jun 13-Jun 17 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >78245 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Jun 20-Jun 24 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >78246 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Jun 27-Jul 1 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >78247 TWThF 9am-5:30pm Jul 5-Jul 08 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >78251 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Jul 11-Jul 15 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >78252 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Jul 18-Jul 22 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >78253 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Jul 25-Jul 29 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >78254 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Aug 1-Aug 05 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >78255 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Aug 15-Aug 19 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >78256 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Aug 22-Aug 26 Riege Cedar Hall 2055 >78258 MTWThF 9am-5:30pm Aug 29-Sep 2 Riege Cedar Hall 2055
This is the AM skills only portion of the CNA State exam and is scheduled from 8:30 am to 11:50 pm. Doors will open at 8:00 am and close promptly at 8:30 am. Please arrive by 8:30 am. A picture state or federal issued ID must be presented prior to testing. You must be registered for this specific date and time in order to test - no walk-ins will be accepted. Candidates will test in the order of arrival. The skills exam is designed to be a realistic nurse aide assignment, so please dress professionally. You will have up to 45 minutes to complete this portion of the exam. If a minimum score of 70 percent or greater is not achieved, you may repeat the exam up to three times in a year to earn the passing score. If this score is not achieved after the third attempt, the nurse aide course must be retaken prior to retesting. Both the written and skills testing must be successfully completed with a 70 percent or greater score to be placed on the Iowa Direct Care Workers Registry. CHNA-3000 / 1 session / $85 >76969 F 8:30-11:25am Apr 8 Riege Linn Hall 2134 >76970 F 8:30-11:25am Apr 15 Riege Linn Hall 2134 >76971 F 8:30-11:25am May 13 Riege Linn Hall 2134 >76972 F 8:30-11:25am May 20 Riege Linn Hall 2134 >76973 F 8:30-11:25am May 27 Riege Linn Hall 2134
PM Nurse Aide State Skills Testing This is the PM skills only portion of the Nurse Aide State exam and is scheduled from 11:30 am to 4:00 pm. Please arrive by 11:15 am. Doors will close promptly at 11:30 am. A picture or federal issued ID must be presented prior to testing. You must be registered for this specific date in order to test - no walk-ins will be accepted. Candidates will test in the order of arrival. The Skills exam is designed to be a realistic nurse aide assignment, so please dress professionally. You will have up to 45 minutes to complete this portion of the exam. If a minimum score of 70 percent or greater is not achieved, you may repeat the exam up to three times in a year to earn the passing score. If this score is not achieved after the third attempt, the nurse aide course must be retaken prior to retesting. Both the written and skills testing must be successfully completed with a 70 percent or greater score to be placed on the Iowa Direct Care Workers Registry. CHNA-3500 / 1 session / $85 >76974 F 11:30am-4:30pm Apr 8 Riege Linn Hall 2134 >76977 F 11:30am-4:30pm Apr 15 Riege Linn Hall 2134 >76978 F 11:30am-4:30pm May 13 Riege Linn Hall 2134 >76979 F 11:30am-4:30pm May 20 Riege Linn Hall 2134 >76980 F 11:30am-4:30pm May 27 Riege Linn Hall 2134
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American Heart Association Classes Adult First Aid Prompt action in an emergency medical situation can really make a difference. Are you prepared? In this class you will learn basic first aid and CPR in a relaxed environment. It fulfills OSHA requirements for bloodborne pathogens and first aid for business and industry. This class will also suffice for the renewal of your current Medic First Aid. Two-year recommended renewal. CHCP-1200 / 1 session / $59 >79526 Sa 8am-12pm Apr 9 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79521 W 6-10pm May 18 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79527 Sa 8am-12pm May 21 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79528 Sa 8am-12pm Jun 11 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79522 W 6-10pm Jun 15 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79529 Sa 8am-12pm Jul 16 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79523 W 6-10pm Jul 20 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79530 Sa 8am-12pm Aug 13 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79525 W 6-10pm Aug 17 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112
CPR for Healthcare Providers This will prepare you with basic skills in cardiac emergencies and increase your awareness of cardiovascular risk factors, signs and symptoms of cardiovascular disease and prudent heart living. This course includes cardiopulmonary resuscitation procedures for infant, child and adult (including two-rescuer). It includes the management of foreign body airway obstruction, the use of barrier devices and the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). This course will meet the needs of a new and a renewal course. Two-year recommended renewal. CHCP-1000 / 1 session / $69 >80397 M 8am-12pm Mar 28 Surom Linn Hall 2112 >80534 M 5-9pm Mar 28 Gusta Linn Hall 2112 >80445 Th 6-10pm Mar 31 Moore Linn Hall 2112 >80374 Sa 8am-12pm Apr 2 Moore Linn Hall 2112 >80389 Sa 1-5pm Apr 2 Moore Linn Hall 2112 >80520 M 5-9pm Apr 4 Batcheler Linn Hall 2112 >80509 W 5-9pm Apr 6 Hunt Linn Hall 2112 >80446 Th 6-10pm Apr 7 Moore Linn Hall 2112
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CPR Instructor (New Recognition) This course advances current CPR for Health Care Providers to the level of instructor. It reviews CPR for infants, child and adult (including two rescuer), as well as management of foreign body airway obstruction and the use of barrier devices. Participants must take a written exam and skills testing. Additional book fee of $29 will be added to cost of this course. Two-year recommended renewal. CHCP-1600 / 1 session / $134 >79518 W 6-10pm Mar 30 Cline Linn Hall 2112 >79519 W 6-10pm Jun 29 Cline Linn Hall 2112 >79520 W 6-10pm Aug 31 Cline Linn Hall 2112
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CPR Instructor Renewal This course renews current CPR instructors and reviews CPR for infant, child and adult (including two-rescuer). You will also review management of foreign body airway obstruction and the use of barrier devices. Participants will be required to take a written examination prior to recognition. Two-year recommended renewal. CHCP-1700 / 1 session / $69 >79513 T 6-10pm Apr 5 Cline Linn Hall 2112 >79514 T 6-10pm May 3 Cline Linn Hall 2112 >79515 T 6-10pm Jun 7 Cline Linn Hall 2112 >79516 T 6-10pm Jul 5 Cline Linn Hall 2112 >79517 T 6-10pm Aug 2 Cline Linn Hall 2112
Advanced Cardiac Life Support This 12-hour program reviews emergency cardiac care according to the American Heart Association ACLS guidelines. Participants will work in a relaxed small group environment, working through case studies and simulating skills on manikins. Two-year recommended renewal. Materials fee $40 included in cost of class. Objectives: 1) Recognize and initiate early management of periarrest conditions that may result in cardiac arrest or complicate resuscitation outcome, 2) Demonstrate proficiency in providing BLS care, including prioritizing chest compressions and integrating use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), 3) Recognize and manage respiratory arrest, 4) Recognize and manage cardiac arrest until termination of resuscitation or transfer of care, including immediate post-cardiac arrest care, 5) Recognize and initiate early management of acute coronary syndromes (ACS), including appropriate disposition, 6) Recognize and initiate early management of stroke, including appropriate disposition, and 7) Demonstrate effective communication as a member or leader of a resuscitation team and recognize the impact of team dynamics on overall team performance. CEUs: 1.14 Nurses. Nursing CEUs approved through the Iowa Board of Nursing, provider #30. 100 percent attendance required for CE credit. A course evaluation will be available upon program completion. Course tuition includes CE course completion certificate. CHCP-1400 / 1 session / $155 >79512 W 8am-8pm Apr 20 Fridal Linn Hall 2112
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Renewal This four-hour program reviews emergency cardiac care according to the American Heart Association ACLS guidelines. Participants will work in a relaxed small group environment, working through case studies and simulating skills on manikins. Two-year recommended renewal. CHCP-1500 / 1 session / $89 >79509 T 6-10pm May 17 Gilchrist Linn Hall 2112 >79510 T 6-10pm Jun 21 Gilchrist Linn Hall 2112 >79511 T 6-10pm Aug 16 Gilchrist Linn Hall 2112
Pediatric Advanced Life Support Renewal This four-hour program re-emphasizes the use of American Heart Association PALS algorithms. Most of this program is spent practicing skills in the small group setting with the attention on the pediatric population. Two-year recommended renewal. CHCP-2200 / 1 session / $89 >79507 T 6-10pm Apr 19 Gilchrist Linn Hall 2112 >79508 T 6-10pm Jul 19 Gilchrist Linn Hall 2112
Pediatric CPR For Youth Babysitters This class is designed to run in conjunction with a babysitting course. Practice confident handling of an emergency situation and demonstrate the ability to perform CPR when a young child is in danger. Students who successfully complete this course will receive a CPR card. CHCP-0105 / 1 session / $25 >80666 Sa 12-4pm Apr 16 Stamp Jones Reg Education Ctr 117
Pediatric First Aid The Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid course is designed to meet the regulatory and credentialed training requirements for child care workers in all 50 states. This course teaches basic first aid, CPR and AED skills for children, such as what to do when a child or infant has a breathing problem, how to give compressions and breaths to an infant or child, and how to stop bleeding that can be seen. CHCP-1300 / 1 session / $59 >79538 T 6-10pm Mar 29 Cline Linn Hall 2112 >79532 Sa 1-5pm Apr 9 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79539 T 6-10pm Apr 26 Cline Linn Hall 2112 >79534 Sa 1-5pm May 21 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79540 T 6-10pm May 31 Cline Linn Hall 2112 >79535 Sa 1-5pm Jun 11 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79541 T 6-10pm Jun 28 Cline Linn Hall 2112 >79536 Sa 1-5pm Jul 16 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79542 T 6-10pm Jul 26 Cline Linn Hall 2112 >79537 Sa 1-5pm Aug 13 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79543 T 6-10pm Aug 30 Cline Linn Hall 2112
Babysitting Course This course is geared for the beginning babysitter. Instruction includes first aid, infant and child CPR, what to do in case of choking, safety issues, diaper changing, games and easy meal ideas. Learners must be at least nine years old to register. CHCP-2600 / 1 session / $34 >79544 Sa 8am-12pm Apr 30 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79545 Sa 8am-12pm Jul 30 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112 >79546 Sa 8am-12pm Aug 27 Schnebbe Linn Hall 2112
Every part of class was amazing! Gilda Donre
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 REGISTRATION Information is subject to change without notice. Pre-register by calling Kirkwood Community College, 319-398-1022 or toll-free 800-3328833, between 8 am and 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The college accepts Discover, MasterCard or Visa, please have your card number ready. You may also register online at www.kirkwood.edu/ce for most classes. Classes begin promptly at the time designated. Students should sign in 20-30 minutes ahead of the designated start time. Please dress for fluctuation in room temperature. Please have your professional license number with you. Be advised, children are not allowed in classes due to liability concerns. If attending with a child, you will be asked to leave and your tuition will not be refunded.
Cancellation: Kirkwood Community College has the option to cancel a class if minimum enrollment is not met. Refunds will be automatic.
Weather cancellations: The decision to cancel Continuing Education classes will be made by 6:30 am for daytime classes and by 3:30 pm for evening classes. If the media outlets announce that Kirkwood Community College is closed, all Kirkwood locations are closed. If your class is held at a public school that has closed for the day and canceled all activities, Continuing Education classes offered at that location are canceled. If your class is held at a private business, please contact the business directly for the current status of the class. Please check www.kirkwood.edu/ce to find out if your particular Continuing Education class is affected by this notice. Please check your local TV/radio stations for an up-to-date list of area cancellations. Canceled Continuing Education class postings are available online at www.kirkwood.edu/ce. You may also contact Continuing Education Registration at 319-3981022 for updated information.
Refunds: A refund will be given only if the cancellation notice is received at least one business day before the class or workshop begins, unless otherwise noted.
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CEUs: Continuing Education Credits (CEUs/ CEHs) will be granted by Kirkwood Community College. As an organization accredited to offer continuing education, Kirkwood Community College verifies that these courses meet the continuing education criteria for nursing and allied health professionals. CE certificates will be awarded by Kirkwood upon attendance of all sessions of a program and/or class. Partial CEUs will not be awarded; 100 percent attendance is required for CE credit. A fee of $15 will be charged for replacement of lost certificates. A course evaluation will be available upon program completion.
Course tuition includes CEU/course completion certificates (with 100 percent attendance) and any handouts provided by the instructor.
Cafeteria: Service is available on the Kirkwood campus Monday through Friday and is open to the public.
Kirkwood Telecommunications System The Kirkwood Telecommunications System (KTS) uses live, interactive television to bring you these classes near your home. Through this system, you are able to see your instructor and interact at all times. Discussions take place as in any other class. 4/12/16 Child Abuse and Mandatory Reporting 5/17/16 Dependent Adult Abuse and Mandatory Reporting 6/14/16 Training for Mandatory Reporters of Child Abuse and Dependent Adult Abuse 7/12/16 Dependent Adult Abuse and Mandatory Reporting 8/16/16 Child Abuse and Mandatory Reporting
KTS LOCATIONS: Benton County Benton County Center Tippie-Mansfield Center
Cedar County Grievance policy: Participants who wish to express concern or dissatisfaction with any program should contact Laura Daman at 319-3985626.
Cedar County Center
Iowa County Iowa County Center
Johnson County Iowa City Campus, 1816 Lower Muscatine Road
Jones County Cellular phones: Please do not bring to workshops/classes.
Nursing Continuing Education Advisory Committee Becky Cooper, RN Susan Grieder, BSN Edie Nebel, MSN Mary Strong, MSN Sheila Scheib, BSN, MBA Trista Schaffner, RN
Iowa Board of Nursing Approved Provider #30. Medical assistants responsible for own approvals. All courses are constructed in accordance with the rules set forth by the licensing boards for each occupation listed. Health professionals not listed may submit the course CEU/CEH certificate of completion to their respective boards for continuing education credit.
Jones County Regional Center
Linn County Kirkwood Community College Main Campus 2188 Linn Hall Kirkwood Resource Center, 1030 5th Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids Linn County Regional Center 1770 Boyson Road, Hiawatha
Washington County Washington County Center
Kirkwood Community College Campus Our main campus covers 680 acres of Iowa countryside located near the intersection of I-380 and Highway 30, on the southern edge of Cedar Rapids. Twenty-six modern buildings house classrooms, laboratories and lecture halls. A map and directions to the campus are available at www.kirkwood.edu/maincampus.
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REGISTRATION – Four easy ways to register:
Log on to our website at www.kirkwood.edu/ce.
Fill out the enrollment form below and fax to 319-398-7741.
Call 319-398-1022 or 800-332-8833 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. any weekday. Please have the section number of the class and your social security number available.
Fill out the enrollment form below and mail with payment to: Kirkwood Continuing Education 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
A CONFIRMATION LETTER WILL BE MAILED TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS.
Social Security Number
Sex:
Phone: (Day) ______________________________________________
Male
Female
(Night)______________________________________________________
Name__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Last
First
Middle Initial
Address________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Street & Number
City ________________________________________________________________ State _______________ Zip__________________________ Date of Birth ____________________________________ Email__________________________________________________________________ Professional License # _______________________________________ Courses Title___________________________________________________ Title__________________________________________________________ Section No. ______________________Tuition $______________
Section No. ______________________Tuition $______________________
Title___________________________________________________ Title__________________________________________________________ Section No. ______________________Tuition $______________
Section No. ______________________Tuition $______________________
Title___________________________________________________ Title__________________________________________________________ Section No. ______________________Tuition $______________
Section No. ______________________Tuition $______________________
Method of Payment Check attached for $ ___________________
1. Make Check payable to Kirkwood Community College. Pay the amount under “tuition” only. (Many classes have additional
charges for materials or supplies. These will be collected in class.) Write the social security number, class section number
and name of person attending on check. Mail this form and check to the above address.
2. Credit Card (circle)
MasterCard
Visa
Discover
Credit Card No. __________________________________________ Exp. Date ________________
Your signature ___________________________________________ Date ____________________
3. Company Billing
Date _____________________ 20 ______
Billings: If this is to be billed, list sponsoring agency (we do not bill individuals):
Agency __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address _________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Individual granting approval ________________________________________________ Phone_________________________________
Continuing Education for Nurses and Allied Health Practitioners, Long-term Care, American Heart Association
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Continuing Education Kirkwood Community College 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404
Spring/Summer 2016 Kirkwood Continuing Education
Nurses & Allied Health Practitioners Long-term Care | AHA