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Monroe Township is committed to the health and safety of its residents and is proud to provide health and safety related courses and demonstrations to individuals, corporations, and civic groups.
The educational arm of this Division has trained more than 2,850 people that are members of local EMT's, Firefighters, Police Department, Township school nurses, adult communities, and nursing facilities. The training includes everything from CPR and basic first aid, as well as training Township personnel in state disaster preparedness procedures.
Why is CPR so important?
CPR is the critical link that buys time between the first link (call 911) and the third link (use the AED). The earlier you give CPR to a person in cardiac or respiratory arrest, the greater their chance of survival. CPR keeps oxygenated blood flowing to the brain and heart until defibrillation and other advanced care can restore normal heart action.
Who should learn CPR?
Most often cardiac arrest occurs suddenly among middle-aged or elderly people at home. This is why it is very important for family members and friends of people with suspected heart problems to learn CPR. Cardiac arrest is not restricted to any age group or location. Although it is most common in the elderly, it can occur in infants, children, and adolescents. For this reason, everyone should be prepared to respond to cardiac emergencies. Candidates for CPR training include:
o Responders to workplace emergencies
o Health club staff and trainers
o Employers and employees
o Teachers and students
o Caretakers of young and old
o Senior citizens
There are several courses offered at a variety of levels-tailored to each student's need. The following course descriptions can help individuals select the appropriate course for themselves and/or a group. Please contact the training center for further information regarding course dates, locations, costs and/or arranging a class at your location.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Courses
Friends & Family-A basic introduction to CPR for the general public. Students learn Adult and Child CPR and how to relieve choking. A module that covers infant and child CPR and choking relief is also available. No testing involved. Great course for grandparents concerned for grandchildren. 1.5-2.5 hours.
Heartsaver-A more formal program for the general public and those requiring a CPR card for employment. Students learn Adult and Child CPR and how to relieve choking. A module that covers infant CPR and choking is also available. A skills test is required to receive a completion card. 2-3 hours.
Heartsaver AED-Adult CPR, choking relief , and the use of the automated external defibrillator is covered in this class. A completion card is issued upon successful completion of skills testing. 2.5-3.5 hours.
Healthcare Provider - A comprehensive program for anyone involved in healthcare. Includes adult, child and infant CPR, relief of foreign body airway obstruction, use of a bag mask and automated external defibrillator. 4.5 hours
Healthcare Provider Recertification-This course is designed for those healthcare workers who currently hold a valid card, but need to renew. Students are required to submit a copy of the card and written and skills testing will verify the students knowledge in Healthcare Provider CPR for a new completion card.
First Aid Courses
The Heartsaver First Aid Course teaches rescuers the knowledge & skills they need to recognize emergencies at the worksite and give aid. Some rescuers are required to take the course as part of their employer's effort to comply with OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) regulations. For others, whose job involves working with the public, such as daycare workers, law enforcement officers, firefighters, lifeguards, special ed teachers, & flight attendants taking this course may be a requirement for employment. Courses range from 3.5 to 7.5 hours.
Defensive Driving Courses
The defensive driving course is six hour comprehensive awareness course covering road hazards, following distances, braking effectiveness and other common driving issues.
In NJ, the defensive driving course (DDC) has been approved for a 2 point reduction on your DMV license and a 5% discount on personal insurance premiums. This discount is good for three years. It is also worth 6 elective EMT CEU's. The course lasts approximately 6 hours. NJ EMT Training Fund Eligible
Pet CPR & First Aid
Learn to be prepared for pet emergencies. Learn how to : Save your pet from choking, perform Rescue Breathing, Pet CPR, check pulse, breathing and temperature rates, treat wounds, fractures, burns, sudden illnesses, signs of poisoning and to safely approach and restrain you injured pet. Student workbook furnished.
Blood Borne Pathogen Course
In March 1992, OSHA's Blood borne Pathogen Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030 took effect. This standard was designed to prevent more than 200 deaths and 9,000 blood borne infections every year. While the standard was primarily aimed at hospitals, funeral homes, nursing homes, clinics, law enforcement agencies, emergency responders, and HIV/HBV research laboratories, anyone who can "reasonably expect to come in contact with blood or potentially infectious materials" as part of their job is covered by the standard. This training module is designed to provide a basic understanding of blood borne pathogens, common modes of their transmission, methods of prevention, and other pertinent information.
First Responder Education
Pre-hospital education provided by Monroe Township includes several courses tailored to those who provide care in the emergency setting. Courses can be taken by EMT's, firefighters, police officers, security guards, nurses, physician assistants, and anyone that may act as a first responder.
o First Responder Course
o Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
o Geriatric Education for Emergency Medical Services
o Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator
o Incident Command System
o Pediatric Education for Pre-hospital Professionals
o Specialized Elective CEU programs
NJ EMT Training Fund Forms are accepted for eligible participants for many EMS courses. Please contact our office at 732-521-4400 extension 143 for additional information.
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