Medical Training Classes

[Guest Drop]

Hello everyone! I don't create or reply to many topics here at TGO, but I read with a lot of interest many evenings.

I am looking for some feedback to see what the demand might be for people who would like to attend basic medical or tactical medical classes. The classes could be tailored to fit about any need but attendees wouldn't meet national certification or state licensing requirements. The classes would though, follow the sound principles of nationally recognized basic trauma care methodologies. I could foresee 1 or 2 day classes depending on the depth of material and practical exercises. I believe in providing common sense instruction to those who might be called upon to treat people who have been injured.

I hope I posted this in the proper place and I appreciate your comments.

Thanks!

[Chucktshoes]

I have been looking for this kind of class for a while. I can tell you that there is a demand for it in the Memphis area.

[thundersnow]

+1 for the nashville area!

[Metalhead]

+1 for the nashville area!

 

http://gandlacademy.com/medical-training/

[jacob]

[quote name="Chucktshoes" post="1090703" timestamp="1389068057"]I have been looking for this kind of class for a while. I can tell you that there is a demand for it in the Memphis area.[/quote] I would be interested and could probably rope another 5 or so people depending on the cost...

[CQB Elite]

[quote name="jacob" post="1090905" timestamp="1389114909"]I would be interested and could probably rope another 5 or so people depending on the cost...[/quote] Count me in too!

[badben]

I would be interested also.  I am in the Summertown area.  Depending on family requirements, I may or not be able to attend, depending on time and location.

[Guest Drop]

Thanks for the replies so far. I hope I can hear back from some more people. I am running a couple of scenarios through my head to see if this is feasible. I really think it is though.

Thanks!

[CQB Elite]

[quote name="Metalhead" post="1090901" timestamp="1389114681"][url="http://gandlacademy.com/medical-training/"]http://gandlacademy.com/medical-training/[/url][/quote] I'm looking for something a little more than CPR or First Responder courses as I had a 40 hour First Responder class in my law enforcement academy. Sort of want a tactical medic class. Any suggestions of who might offer this type of training to civilians?

[whitewolf001]

From Cookeville but Nashville OR Knoxville is within my reach. I think everyone should have classes like this under their belt and should be taught as a course in school.

Edited January 8, 2014 by whitewolf001

[Guest Cogent Design]

I would be interested in this as well.

[RobertNashville]

I'm planning to take Emergency Action Medical from Tactical Response and also the course from The Patriot Nurse but I'd be interested in what you are describing as well.

 

Medical and defensive shotgun are the two areas I've decided to take training in this year!

[Guest Drop]

I've been out of touch after a death in the family. I'm keeping an eye on the thread to gauge interest. After bouncing this off other EMS instructors, it would seem that starting in west Tennessee makes the most sense. Thank you for the replies.

[Shorty]

I'd be interested.

[DaveS]

How much is the cost? I need an EMT refresher!

 

Dave

[bourne]

One more for Nashville area. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

[Trekbike]

In the Nashville area and would possibly be interested depending on the details.

[Slappy]

I actually told my wife this year that one of my new years resolutions is to get medical training.  I have no prior medical training and don't want to be caught flat footed in a situation where I could have made a difference but didnt have basic knowledge.  Keep me updated on this please!  

[bigbabysweets]

Have you guys looked at the C.E.R.T. classes in your areas? They are run by FEMA which worries me a bit, but might have some good info, especially in the higher classes....

[Guest theconstitutionrocks]

Tactical medicine...in a nutshell...

 

Lay down cover/suppressive fire/return fire

Grab casualty, remove from line of fire

Airway, breathing, stop the bleeding, evac

 

If patient is in cardiac arrest from trauma he's probably not going to make it.

[Guest Drop]

Thank you for the additonal replies since my last post!

 

Here is an update so far...

 

I have started the coordination process with the college to offer this class through Continuing Education.  That way it will fall under the umbrella of the Allied Health Department, their Program Director, and Medical Director (a physician).  That allows the instructors to offer this type of training and allows full access to the college's resources and facilities.  We are putting together the cirriculum now, but I don't know of a time frame yet.  I will post more information once we make a little more progress.

 

Thanks,
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[Guest Drop]

I forgot to ask about the cirriculum content..

 

Here are the basic thoughts so far

 

1.  Introduction to First Aid (or what ever title we give it)

2.  History of Injuries/Phases of Care

3.  Treatment Priorities (CAB)

4.  Bleeding/Bleeding Control

5.  Pressure Dressings

6.  Tourniquets

7.  Hemostatic Agents

8.  Other wound management

9.  Airway Management

10. Chest Wound Management

11. Human Anatomy/Physiology

12. Shock

13. Penetrating Injuries

14. Instruction Review

 

This is just a basic cirriculum guide that I'm still working on.  There will of course be demonstration and practical exercises for the tourniquets, bandaging, chest seals, bleeding control techniques, airway management, and other skills. 

 

I don't know if this can be done in 8 or 16 hours.  Still trying to figure that out.

 

Does anyone have suggestions to add or delete from the cirriculum so far?

 

Again thanks in advance!

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[crashgordan]

Following

[Guest Drop]

The curriculum was submitted to the college and I'm now working with the Program Director to move the class forward. Things seem to be moving slowly but there are several things happening in the background. I will post more as it develops but I am predicting this class will be offered in the fall. Not sure what campus location yet though.

Thanks,
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[SupaRice]

Any updates on this? I'm definitely interested...