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From choosing between training formats to passing your certification the first time, these posts cover the practical side of healthcare education. Topics include how different AHA® course formats compare, what hands-on requirements actually mean, exam preparation tips, and career pathways in fields like phlebotomy and vocational nursing. If you’re deciding how to train, what to expect from a course, or where a certification can take you, start here.

8 08, 2018

Simple Steps to Saving Lives…Part 2

August 8th, 2018|Classes, Education|

In this week’s edition of the Heartbeat Blog, we will continue to explore one of our upcoming courses, Infection Control Guidelines for Long Term Care Facilities. As we mentioned before, hospital acquired infections are largely preventable, but they continue to be one of the reasons for patients' mortality and morbidity. Give us a call at 510-452-1100 to learn more about our continuing education courses. Our courses will help prepare you for whatever being a CNA throws your way, from the [...]

1 08, 2018

Simple Steps to Saving Lives…

August 1st, 2018|Classes, Education|

In this week’s edition of the Heartbeat Blog, we will be exploring another of our continuing education titles, Infection Control Guidelines for Long Term Care Facilities. Hospital acquired infections continue to be a major contributor to the mortality and morbidity of our patients, yet they are largely preventable! Of course, if you'd like to learn more and earn some continuing education units in the process, be sure to give us a call at 510-452-1100.  Courses are currently being offered in [...]

24 07, 2018

Need a New Career? Consider Becoming an EMT!

July 24th, 2018|Career Programs, Classes, Education|

Become an EMT with Project Heartbeat's EMT Academy With the California unemployment rate holding at 4.3%, many Californians are looking for a job. Do you have grit, a strong stomach and the will to provide service to your community? If so, perhaps you should consider becoming an  emergency medical technician (EMT)  at Project Heartbeat's EMT Academy in Oakland, CA or our new campus in Sacramento California. Are There Actually Jobs for EMTs in California? A quick search of Indeed [...]

18 07, 2018

Learn More About Diabetes With Project Heartbeat

July 18th, 2018|Classes|

In this week’s edition of the Heartbeat Blog, we will continue to explore diabetes, its causes and risk factors.  Of course, if you'd like to learn more and earn some continuing education units in the process, be sure to give us a call at 510-452-1100.  Courses are currently being offered in both our Oakland and Sacramento locations.  All CNA courses are approved by the California Department of Public Health (NAC approved CE # 1187). One of the most important aspects [...]

27 06, 2018

Choosing Online and In-Person ACLS Courses with Project Heartbeat

June 27th, 2018|Advanced Nursing, Classes, Education|

They Are Both Excellent Courses, How Do I Choose? One of the most common questions we get at Project Heartbeat is, "How do I decide between Project Heartbeat's American Heart Association in-person ACLS or Project Heartbeat's American Heart Association Online ACLS course?"  While they are both great courses, one may be more suitable to your needs.  Here are some items to consider: 1. How Busy Are You?   Busy medics, nurses and doctors looking to revert their Advanced Cardiac Life Support [...]

20 06, 2018

Advance Your Career with an EMT Certification

June 20th, 2018|Career Programs, Classes, Education|

How Does Having an EMT Certification Help Your Career? For those new to medicine or the world of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) it may not be clear what a national certification as an EMT can do for your career.  Here are a few of the more obvious benefits: 1. Employers want candidates with real world experience. More and more candidates these days have one or more college degrees, but it also seems like fewer candidates these days have actual real-world [...]

17 12, 2017

Blood Culture Collection Tutorial 202

December 17th, 2017|Classes, Research|

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7y1_aM9L6Is Blood Culture Collection Tutorial This instructional video demonstrates best practices for proper blood culture collection in a clinical setting. The focus is on correct site preparation, sterile technique, and minimizing contamination to ensure accurate test results and patient safety. Viewers will learn: How to properly prepare the collection site Why blood cultures must be drawn from two separate sites Correct scrub and dry times to reduce contamination Proper use of transfer devices and culture bottles Recommended [...]

17 10, 2017

Register for our Basic ECG and Pharmacology or Advanced 12 Lead ECG Interpretation Classes! See below for class availability and information

October 17th, 2017|Classes, Education, Research|

Upcoming ECG & Pharmacology Training Dates The AHA’s ECG & Pharmacology Course has been updated to reflect the 2010 AHA Guidelines for CPR and ECC. This classroom-based, Facilitator-led course is designed to improve electrocardiogram (ECG) recognition skills and pharmacology knowledge for treating cardiovascular emergencies. This course is for healthcare professionals who participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies. This includes personnel in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care and critical care units such as physicians, [...]

3 10, 2017

There’s also a Private SFSU PALS class on October 14 and 15! See below for more information

October 3rd, 2017|Classes, Research|

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Initial Certification Date/Time: Sat 10/14/2017 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM This class also meets on: Sun 10/15/17 from 9:00a to 4:00p Location: San Francisco State University, School of Nursing, Burke Hall, 3rd fl Class Price: $250.00 Notes: Private Course for SFSU School of Nursing Students. Contact NSNA president, Emma Covington, for discount promo code Audience The PALS Course is designed to provide healthcare providers the ability to respond to emergencies for infants and [...]

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