Courses

Interested individuals may purchase a one year subscription" for 24/7 EMS.  This allows you to take as many on-line EMS CE classes as you would like within a 12 month period.   Over 100 courses are available with most worth 1.5 CEH's.  All courses are approved by CAPCE and can count towards core CEH's in Iowa.     

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This presentation will help law enforcement officers better understand the Active Shooter, his attack, the environment in which we will fight him, what is most likely to happen, how attacks in some types of locations differ from others, and demonstrate over 20 law enforcement lessons-learned from successes and failures in efforts to interdict this threat.  This information will improve the law enforcement officer's mental, skill, and tactical preparation to stop this threat.  This presentation will not include any law enforcement sensitive information, but will include adult topics, language, photos, and videos.   

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Join us for an enriching, interactive conference designed to elevate the skills, knowledge, and professionalism of administrative professionals across industries. This event offers a unique opportunity for administrative assistants, office managers, executive assistants, and other administrative support staff to connect, learn, and grow in their careers. You'll walk away with actionable strategies to enhance your productivity, increase your value within your organization, and build a strong network of peers from diverse sectors. Whether you are a seasoned administrative professional or just starting in the field, this conference will provide you with the resources and support needed to thrive and advance in your role.  

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The goal of this face-to-face traditional ACLS provider course is to increase the participants knowledge in regards to enhancing their skills in the treatment of cardio-pulmonary arrest and peri-arrest patients based on current AHA guidelines through active participation in a series of simulated cardiac and respiratory cases.  

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AMLS emphasizes the use of the AMLS Assessment Pathway, a systematic tool for assessing and managing common medical conditions with urgent accuracy. Students learn to recognize and manage common medical crises through realistic case-based scenarios that challenge students to apply their knowledge to highly critical patients. The course emphasizes the use of scene size-up, first impression, history, detailed physical assessment, and interactive group discussion on differential diagnosis and potential treatment strategies to systematically rule out and consider possibilities and probabilities in treating patients' medical crises. 

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This is an entry basic level course in regards to obtaining and interpreting 12 lead and associated EKGs. It will include a review of single lead rhythm intrepretation as well as acute coronary syndromes pathogenesis. Participants will not only be able to obtain and intrepret 12-lead EKGs for signs of STEMI but will undestand the coorelation between 12-lead changes, STEMI location, STEMI progression and coronary involvement.   

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Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) builds on the foundation of Basic Life Support (BLS), emphasizing the importance of continuous, high-quality CPR. The instruction and simulated cases in this advanced course are designed to help enhance their skills in the recognition and intervention of cardiopulmonary arrest immediate post-cardiac arrest, acute arrhythmia, stroke, and acute coronary syndromes. HeartCode ACLS through RQI is a blended learning delivery method for the AHA's ACLS Course. HeartCode 2025 ACLS is a self-directed, comprehensive eLearning program that uses adaptive learning technology to allow learners to acquire and demonstrate ACLS skills using a personalized learning path that adapts in real time to a learner's performance and gives learners more control to complete the course at their own pace. . Because of it's adaptive approach learners will usually take need 8.5-11 hours to finish this portion.  Providers may take the course at any time. Providers first complete the online portion of HeartCode ACLS (RQI Part 1) and then when done, contact IHCC to schedule a hands-on skills session with a BLS skills check off (RQI Part 2) which will take approximately 45 minutes.  

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August 31, 2026 to August 26, 2027, WWW - Online

This course is for the individual who has already completed the Heartcode ACLS on-line class (part 1) and just needs to complete a skills check off (part 2).  If individuals have not yet purchased the Heartcode ACLS on-line class directly from the AHA they should register for our ACLS Heartcode Complete (Part 1 & 2) class. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) builds on the foundation of Basic Life Support (BLS), emphasizing the importance of continuous, high-quality CPR. The instruction and simulated cases in this advanced course are designed to help enhance their skills in the recognition and intervention of cardiopulmonary arrest immediate post-cardiac arrest, acute arrhythmia, stroke, and acute coronary syndromes. Providers will need to bring their certificate fron the on-line class to this skill check off.  At the skill check off they will need to demonstrate adult compressions, ventilations and 2-person CPR.  The skill check off will take approximately 30 minutes. After registering, they will be sent an email with instructions on how to schedule the skill check off which can be done at any time the College is open. 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 fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA. 

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August 31, 2026 to August 26, 2027, WWW - Online

HeartCode BLS uses a personalized adaptive algorithm that sets students on the most efficient path to BLS mastery. Students follow a continuously adapting learning path that is personalized by their own inputs: their performance and their self- reported confidence level related to each probe. The course content is presented in the form of self-directed learning content, probes, and Cognitive Assessment Activities. The student has a choice of completing a pre-hospital or in-hospital contextualized track. After completing the online portion, students will complete the hands-on assessment session with a HeartCode compatible manikin.  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 fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA. 

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August 31, 2026 to August 26, 2027, WWW - Online

This course is designed specifically for those who have completed their online Heartcode BLS course via the American Heart Association's eLearning website. Registration for this course is for the required skills assessment portion only. 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 fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA. 

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August 31, 2026 to August 26, 2027, WWW - Online

This course is designed specifically for those who have completed their online Heartsaver CPR-AED course via the American Heart Association's eLearning website. Registration for this course is for the required skills assessment portion only. 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 fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA. 

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August 31, 2026 to August 26, 2027, Rosenman Center - Room 126 - AHA Classroom

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course aims to improve outcomes for pediatric patients by preparing healthcare providers to effectively recognize and intervene in patients with respiratory emergencies, shock, and cardiopulmonary arrest by using high-performance team dynamics and high-quality individual skills. The course includes a series of case scenario practices with simulations that reinforce important concepts. HeartCode PALS through RQI is a blended learning delivery method for the AHA's PALS Course. HeartCode 2025 PALS is a self-directed, comprehensive eLearning program that uses adaptive learning technology to allow learners to acquire and demonstrate PALS skills using a personalized learning path that adapts in real time to a learner's performance and gives learners more control to complete the course at their own pace. . Because of it's adaptive approach learners will usually take need 6-7 hours to finish this portion.  Providers may take the course at any time. Providers first complete the online portion of HeartCode PALS (RQI Part 1) and then when done, contact IHCC to schedule a hands-on skills session with a BLS skills check off (RQI Part 2) which will take approximately 45 minutes.  

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August 31, 2026 to August 26, 2027, WWW - Online

This course is for the individual who has already completed the Heartcode PALS on-line class (part 1) and just needs to complete a skills check off (part 2).  If individuals have not yet purchased the Heartcode PALS on-line class directly from the AHA they should register for our PALS Heartcode Complete (Part 1 & 2) clASS. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course aims to improve outcomes for pediatric patients by preparing healthcare providers to effectively recognize and intervene in patients with respiratory emergencies, shock, and cardiopulmonary arrest by using high-performance team dynamics and high-quality individual skills. Providers will need to bring their certificate fron the on-line class to this skill check off.  At the skill check off they will need to demonstrate adult/child and infant compressions, ventilations and 2-person CPR.  The skill check off will take approximately 45 minutes. After registering, they will be sent an email with instructions on how to schedule the skill check off which can be done at any time the College is open. 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 fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA. 

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August 31, 2026 to August 26, 2027, WWW - Online

This is a basic cardiac dysrhythmias course for the individual with minimal dysrhythmias interpretation experience.  Participant's will understand the correlation between the function of the electrical conduction system of the heart to ECG rhythm formation. All pacemaker origin sites, premature and escape beats, and blocks will be covered. This course will also discuss clinical manifestations of the dysrhythmias and their treatment.   

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Certified Clinical Medical Assistants are sought-after professionals who work in medical clinics, hospitals and various other medical settings. Certified Clinical Medical Assistants work under the supervision of a licensed physician and/or nurse practitioner and perform various administrative and clinical functions. This post-secondary program is designed for both traditional and non-traditional students.  It is on-line, self-paced within time-frame parameters, and can be completed while working, taking other college classes or while enrolled in the last few months of high school. Students may enroll at any time of the year. The program includes a 249-hour interactive online course, followed by an 80-hour clinical internship at an area medical clinic.   The online program is a digital learning resource which allows learners to confidently build key CCMA skills. It is comprised of several online courses covering key foundational learning pieces as well as vital competency-based and professional skills. Students will cover Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, both Clinical and Administrative Skills as well as various Soft Skills to assure proper patient care and communication. This certificate program also includes a certification exam study guide and practice tests. Completion of this program enables graduates to sit for the CCMA exam from the National Healthcare Association (NHA), awarding CCMA certification.   

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August 31, 2026 to August 26, 2027, WWW - Online

This course introduces the student to the knowledge, skills, and communication techniques to function as an accountable member of the health care team in a variety of healthcare settings including long term care facilities. Classroom theory, laboratory practice, and clinical experience will be incorporated to prepare the student to address the patient's physical, social, and emotional needs. Students successfully completing this course will be awarded a CNA 75-hour course certificate. Students will also be prepared to take the State written and skills exams to be placed on the Iowa Direct Care Workers Registry should they desire.    

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October 7, 2026 to December 16, 2026, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
October 12-29, 2026, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
November 2-19, 2026, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
November 30, 2026 to December 17, 2026, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
January 11-28, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
February 8-25, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
March 8-25, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
April 12-29, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
May 10-27, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
June 7-24, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
July 12-29, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
August 9-26, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A

This class is designed to meet the requirements of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA '89) for preparing instructors to teach the state approved 75-hour nurse aide curriculum.    

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This course will include classes for continuing education or topics of interest with a variety of specific topics for CNAs and other Direct Care Workers.  

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Students who successfully pass both the State CNA Registry written and skills exams will be placed on the Iowa Direct Care Registry making them eligible to work as a CNA in a long term care center. Any individual may challenge the CNA exams. IHCC offers the CNA Skills Registry Examinations on Fridays, typically once per month. All students must be preregistered and prepaid, no walk-ins will be allowed for the exam. 

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Friday, October 2, 2026, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
Friday, October 30, 2026, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
Friday, November 20, 2026, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
Friday, December 18, 2026, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
Friday, January 29, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
Friday, February 26, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
Friday, March 26, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
Friday, April 30, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
Friday, May 28, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
Friday, June 25, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
Friday, July 30, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
Friday, August 27, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A

This course is one of four needed for the Computed Tomography (CT) Certificate Program.  This certificate provides a core program of computed tomography courses for registered radiologic technologists that builds on previous educational experiences and affords the student the opportunity to acquire attitudes, knowledge and skills necessary to perform in the role of a CT technologist.  This program consists of a core of four on-line didactic courses (RT Sect Anat / CT Procedures / CT Pt Care & Safety / CT Prin & Instr).  These courses may be taken in any order. In addition to the didactic courses, students must also complete specified numbers of skills at their place of employment to earn the certificate. Students who are not currently employed need to contact IHCC about other options to complete clinical. Students successfully completing this program will receive a certificate of completion from IHCC. They are then, after submitting transcripts, eligible to sit for the ARRT Computed Topography (CT) Board Exam. 

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This course is one of four needed for the Computed Tomography (CT) Certificate Program.  This certificate provides a core program of computed tomography courses for registered radiologic technologists that builds on previous educational experiences and affords the student the opportunity to acquire attitudes, knowledge and skills necessary to perform in the role of a CT technologist.  This program consists of a core of four on-line didactic courses (RT Sect Anat / CT Procedures / CT Pt Care & Safety / CT Prin & Instr).  These courses may be taken in any order. In addition to the didactic courses, students must also complete specified numbers of skills at their place of employment to earn the certificate. Students who are not currently employed need to contact IHCC about other options to complete clinical. Students successfully completing this program will receive a certificate of completion from IHCC. They are then, after submitting transcripts, eligible to sit for the ARRT Computed Topography (CT) Board Exam. 

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This course is one of four needed for the Computed Tomography (CT) Certificate Program.  This certificate provides a core program of computed tomography courses for registered radiologic technologists that builds on previous educational experiences and affords the student the opportunity to acquire attitudes, knowledge and skills necessary to perform in the role of a CT technologist.  This program consists of a core of four on-line didactic courses (RT Sect Anat / CT Procedures / CT Pt Care & Safety / CT Prin & Instr).  These courses may be taken in any order. In addition to the didactic courses, students must also complete specified numbers of skills at their place of employment to earn the certificate. Students who are not currently employed need to contact IHCC about other options to complete clinical. Students successfully completing this program will receive a certificate of completion from IHCC. They are then, after submitting transcripts, eligible to sit for the ARRT Computed Topography (CT) Board Exam. 

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De-escalation will provide information to accurately assess potentially violent confrontations and when feasible, defuse them with easy-to-grasp, successfully applied tactics to avoid use-of force crises.   

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This course will overview ECG rhythm identification for the individual with minimal dysrhythmias interpretation experience.  Participant's will understand the correlation between the function of the electrical conduction system of the heart to ECG rhythm formation. Basic sinus, atrial, and junction rhythms will be discussed and premature beats, escape beats and blocks will be introduced.   

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This course will overview ECG rhythm identification for the individual with minimal dysrhythmias interpretation experience.  Participant's will understand the correlation between the function of the electrical conduction system of the heart to ECG rhythm formation. Basic sinus, atrial, and junction rhythms will be discussed and premature beats, escape beats and blocks will be introduced.   

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This course is designed to prepare the student to provide emergency medical care at an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) level as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Services Education Standards. This course provides the student with basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide lifesaving interventions while awaiting additional EMS response and to assist higher level personnel at the scene and during transport. Students who complete this course successfully are eligible to apply for National Registry Emergency Medical Responder certification examinations. Prerequisites: Be at least 17 years of age at the time of enrollment. Must be able to speak, write and read English proficiently. A background check will be run by the state before awarding Iowa certification.    

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This course is designed to instruct Emergency Medical Service (EMS) providers in the skills needed to effectively develop and teach EMS courses or Emergency Medical continuing education. It can also be of value to individuals in a variety of professions who want to become educators or learn more about techniques of adult education and educational processes. *EMS participants successfully completing this course will receive their "T" (teaching) endorsement on their Iowa EMS certification. Nurses may also be granted EMS-I endorsment.    

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The non-credit EMT program provides complete training in best practices of basic level emergency medical response. Emergency Medical Technicians provide out of hospital emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical services (EMS) system. EMTs have the basic knowledge and skills necessary to stabilize and safely transport patients ranging from non-emergency and routine medical transports to life threatening emergencies. Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response system, under medical oversight. Emergency Medical Technicians perform interventions with the basic equipment typically found on an ambulance. Emergency Medical Technicians are a critical link between the scene of an emergency and the health care system.   This program utilizes the National Emergency Medical Services Education Standards for the Emergency Medical Technician from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  Completion of this program enables graduates to sit for National Registry of EMTs EMT Certification Exams.   

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September 16, 2026 to May 19, 2027, Rosenman Center - Room 126 - AHA Classroom

NAEMT's EMS Vehicle Operator Safety (EVOS) course addresses the knowledge gap that leads to injuries and deaths, and focuses on the specific behaviors that need to be changed to create a culture of safe driving. Drawing on the most current research about the behaviors and other hazards that lead to crashes, EVOS features case studies and analyses of both common and catastrophic collisions. EVOS challenges EMS practitioners to reconsider their preconceptions about safe vehicle operations. (Classroom only)   

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These classes provide continuing education or refresher training for EMS and First Response groups.  

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Individuals who already posses their EMS Instrucror endorsement must take this course once every 2-year recertification period to maintain their instructor (T) endorsement. This class will be held via a live, on-line platform from the EMS Bureau. After registering for class, registrants will sent sent a link to pre-register for the class with the state. 

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These classes provide continuing education or training for fire fighters or rescue groups.  

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This program provides classroom and skills training needed for entry-level firefighting. Unit I includes: Intro, communications & building construction. 

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This program provides classroom and skills training needed for entry-level firefighting. Unit 2 includes: Fire dynamics, PPE & portable fire extinguishers. 

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This program provides classroom and skills training needed for entry-level firefighting. Unit 3 includes: Ropes & knots, ground ladders, & forcible entry. 

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This program provides classroom and skills training needed for entry-level firefighting. Unit 4 includes: structural search & rescue, tactical ventilation and fire hose. 

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This program provides classroom and skills training needed for entry-level firefighting. Unit 5 includes: hose operations and hose streams, fire suppression, overhaul, property conservation, and scene preservation. 

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This program provides classroom and skills training needed for entry-level firefighting. Unit 6 includes: first aid and HazMat- analyzing the incident and Action Options & Response objectives. 

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This program provides classroom and skills training needed for entry-level firefighting. Unit 7 includes: HazMat- personal protective equipment, product control, and decontamination. 

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This program provides classroom and skills training needed for entry-level firefighting. Unit 8 includes: National Incident Management System - Incident Command Structure. 

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This program provides classroom and skills training needed for entry-level firefighting. FF II, Unit I includes: Building materials, structural collapse, technical rescue and vehicle extrication. 

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This program provides classroom and skills training needed for entry-level firefighting. FF II, Unit 2 includes: Foam fire fighting, liquid & gas fires and incident scene operations. 

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This program provides classroom and skills training needed for entry-level firefighting. FF II, Unit 3 includes: Fire origin and cause and maintenance & testing. 

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This program provides classroom and skills training needed for entry-level firefighting. FF II, Unit 3 includes: Community risk reduction, NIMS & ICS. 

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This course is designed for individuals wishing to become ACLS instructors. Students must 1) have current AHA ACLS provider status 2) must complete an AHA Instructor application which includes:              a) become aligned with an AHA Training Center              b) have an instructor recommendation 3) complete the on-line ACLS Instructor Essentials class through the AHA 4) obtain an Instructor Package ( Instructor manula and videos) Students must be successfully monitored teaching an ACLS class at their location within 6 months of the instructor course before thier instructor card will be issued.   

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This course is designed to certify participants to teach BLS and/or Heartsaver courses according to standards set by the American Heart Association. 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 fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA. 

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This course is designed for individuals wishing to become PALS instructors. Students must 1) have current AHA PALS provider status 2) must complete an AHA Instructor application which includes:              a) become aligned with an AHA Training Center              b) have an instructor recommendation 3) complete the on-line PALS Instructor Essentials class through the AHA 4) obtain an Instructor Package ( Instructor manula and videos) Students must be successfully monitored teaching an ACLS class at their location within 6 months of the instructor course before thier instructor card will be issued.   

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This program is designed to provide the student with an introduction to the field of magnetic resonance imaging. It will include an overview of the history and development of MRI. Topics of study will include patient care, imaging procedures and sequence parameters and options, data acquisition and processing, and physical principles of image formation. Basic cross sectional anatomy will be discussed.. Students will complete a variety of learning activities in this on-line program. Students will have 12 weeks to complete the course. 

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This program introduces the modality of mammography and describes the roles and responsibilities of a mammographer. Radiographic imaging of the breast will be discussed. Topics of study include anatomy of the breast, recommended guidelines for mammography, the mammographic equipment utilized and quality control measures conducted to assure quality examinations. Students will complete a variety of learning activities in this on-line program. Students will have 12 weeks to complete the course. 

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Defensive Tactics is a refresher/update for peace officers and jailers who have already received basic Defensive Tactics certification.  This course will provide the student with an update on methods to protect themselves and others by providing training on avoiding and minimizing initial attacks along with training on the effective physical control of violent and/or non-compliant subjects.  We will review safe mechanisms for arrest procedures including handcuff/restraint application and the searching of subjects. A brief review of use of force principles and case law will also be reviewed.   

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This basic refresher course will introduce or refamiliarize the student with the anatomy of both rolled and latent fingerprints. This will be a hands-on course where students utilize the various methods to develop and lift fingerprints. 

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This is a refresher course for peace officers and jailers who have already passed the ILEA Basic Handgun Qualification course.  We will focus on providing acceptable marksmanship and shot placement working both from the draw and ready positions under time and stress constraints. The course will also emphasize shooting from positions of cover and concealment and moving with a firearm.   

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The internet is the new playground. This is a 2-day school on how to start online investigations for your agency.  No matter how big or small your community is, predators are there or willing to travel there. The emphasis will be on chatting. You will begin chatting on day one with the assistance of an instructor, with presentations throughout both days. Dave Murgia is a Sergeant with the Des Moines County Sheriff's Office, with 19 years of Law enforcement experience. He has conducted numerous online enticing and sexual exploitation cases. These cases have been at both the state and federal level. The cases have primarily been in Des Moines County but has led to the identification and prosecution of predators in various parts of Iowa and across the United States. 

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This basic refresher course will introduce or refamiliarize the student with the basic principles necessary to recognize, document and collect evidence from the scene of a crime. It is designed for the investigator, patrol officer or anyone that may be involved in securing and collecting evidence from a crime scene.   

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This precision driving course focuses on different techniques for vehicle control, cognition, multitasking skills, application of legal principals, and use of force.  This course is designed to build up best practices in driving skills before adding elements such as emergency driving, pursuit driving, and scenarios.  Participants will show proficiency through practical tests and scenarios. This course will meet the requirements for the ILEA Reserve Academy, Module F precision driving and will also meet the qualified immunity standard for new officers prior to attending an academy class.  The course is also a great refresher for certified officers currently working in Iowa.   

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Saturday, September 19, 2026, North Campus - Room 129B - Criminal Justice Classroom

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 licensed skilled 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. Students will be required to complete clinical at their place of employment which must be a hospital, a  skilled nursing facility or a end-stage renal dialysis unit. Prerequisites:  Current unrestricted Iowa license to practice as a licensed practical nurse Documentation of 1,040 hours of practice as a licensed practical nurse Employment in a licensed hospital, a licensed skilled nursing facility or a certified end-stage renal dialysis unit whose policies allow the licensed practical nurse to perform procedures related to the expanded scope of intravenous therapy.*    

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The purpose of this course is to prepare individuals to safely administer non-parenteral medications in agencies/facilities licensed by DIA.  The emphasis is on safe administration and students are provided with classroom, laboratory and clinical experiences to assist in achieving the course competencies. A minimum of 10 hours of clinical must be completed at the student's place of employment where the student must be evaluated by an RN there assigned to directly supervise actual medication administration to satisfy the clinical there. Following completion of clinical, participants will have 2 chances to pass the state med aide examination for certification.     Course Pre-requisites*: In order to take this course, the applicant must be drug free and working in an agency/facility licensed by DIA.  Other requirements include:   If employed in a certified nursing facility All applicants must be employed for at least six months by the facility sponsor Must be eligible on the Iowa Nurse Aide Registry Provide recommendation from the administrator in the facility in which they are employed   If employed in a residential or related type of agency licensed by DIA      Provide recommendation from the administrator in the facility in which they are employed   *The new rules apply only to individuals employed in residential care facilities licensed for more than 15 beds.  Residential care facilities licensed for 15 or fewer beds may continue to use medication managers to administer nonparenteral medications.  The requirement that CMAs working in nursing facilities or skilled nursing facilities must first be a certified nursing assistant remains unchanged as this is a federal requirement.   

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This examination is for individuals who have met all prerequisites to challenge the medication aide state exam.  Individuals with equivalent med aide certification from another state and nursing students or graduates may be eligible to challenge. Contact IHCC for eligibility and prerequisite requirements. IHCC offers the Med AIde state written examination on a one-on-one basis by appointment only. Tests are administered in the Indian Hills Ttesting Center located in Trustee Hall. 

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This course is designed to prepare individuals to safely administer non-parenteral medications in a fifteen bed or less residential facility, child care facility, or a supervised living apartment or in an assisted living facility.  Emphasis is placed on the safe administration of medications and observation of obvious medication reactions. This program includes all lab/clinical time so students successful in the program leave ready to function in a medication manager capacity.    

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September 28-30, 2026, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
October 26-28, 2026, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
December 14-16, 2026, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
January 25-27, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
February 22-24, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
March 22-24, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
April 26-28, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
May 24-26, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
June 21-23, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
July 26-28, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A
August 23-25, 2027, Advanced Technology Center - Room 111A

These classes provide continuing education for nursing or a mix or nursing an allied health professions.   

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The Paramedic program prepares individuals to use critical thinking skills to provide advanced medical treatment and transportation under medical oversight for patients with illness or injury-related disease. The Paramedic provides both emergent and non-emergent advanced medical care for patients, performing skills in a variety of possible settings including pre-hospital, emergency departments, critical care units and cardiac catheter labs. This course includes didactic, lab/simulation, clinical, field and a capstone experience to accomplish its goals. This program is nationally accredited and follows the most current National EMS Education Standards. 

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February 2, 2027 to December 16, 2027, Rosenman Center - Room 126 - AHA Classroom

This course will include partnership EMS continuing education classes with a variety of specific topics for primarily EMS relicensure.  

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Pharmacy Technicians are sought-after professionals who work in pharmacies located in hospitals, drug stores, retail businesses and grocery stores. Pharmacy technicians work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and perform many pharmacy-related functions. This post-secondary program is designed for both traditional and non-traditional students.  It is on-line, self-paced within time-frame parameters, and can be completed while working, taking other college classes or while enrolled in the last few months of high school. Students may enroll at any time of the year. The program includes a 148-hour interactive online course facilitated and monitored by a pharmacist instructor, followed by a 120-hour clinical internship at an area retail or hospital based pharmacy.   The online course (Pharmaseer) is a digital learning resource which allows learners to confidently build key technician skills. It includes an optional special and individualized math component (Pharmaseer Math) which provides students with skills to master pharmaceutical calculations.  This certificate program also includes a certification exam study guide and practice tests. Completion of this program enables graduates to sit for the ExCPT exam from the National Healthcare Association (NHA), awarding CPhT certification.   

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August 31, 2026 to August 26, 2027, WWW - Online

This non-credit program provides skill development in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and standard precautions. It includes vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles and blood cultures, and specimen collection on adults, children, and infants. Emphasis on infection prevention, patient identification, specimen labeling, quality assurance, specimen handling, processing, accessioning, professionalism, ethics, and medical terminology. It includes classroom, lab and a clinical component. The class and lab will provide the student with instruction in specimen collection with actual hands-on practice and competencies. Students will complete a clinical internship following successful completion of the classroom and lab portion of the program. This credential will allow an individual to work as a Phlebotomy Technician but is also excellent for other healthcare professionals wanting to develop/authenticate phlebotomy skills and receive an additional credential in order to enhance their current practice. Students will be eligible to sit for the National Healthcare Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam. A CPT study guide, sample test and cost for the first attempt at the exam are included in the course cost.   

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PHTLS has been developed by NAEMT to provide the practicing prehospital and/or emergency care provider with a specific body of knowledge related to the prehospital assessment and care specifically of the trauma patient. PHTLS promotes critical thinking as the foundation for providing quality care. This 2-day provider course incudes lectures intertwined with skills and scenario practice. A certificate of completion from NAEMT will be awarded.  It is based on the current NAEMT's PHTLS 9th edition curriculum. Students are required to obtain a current PHTLS book for this course. Books are available through multiple on-line sources. Prerequisite: Licensure as an EMS provider or nurse.   

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This course contains no sessions
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PHTLS has been developed by NAEMT to provide the practicing prehospital and/or emergency care provider with a specific body of knowledge related to the prehospital assessment and care specifically of the trauma patient. PHTLS promotes critical thinking as the foundation for providing quality care. This 2-day provider course incudes lectures intertwined with skills and scenario practice. A certificate of completion from NAEMT will be awarded. This PHTLS course is offered in a hybrid format, where a portion of the course is taken online in an interactive, web-based class, followed by a one day face-to-face meeting for skill stations and patient simulations.  Students will be emailed a link for the on-line portion of the course approximately 10 days before class.  This course is based on the current NAEMT's PHTLS 9th edition curriculum. Students are required to obtain a current PHTLS book for this course. Books are available through multiple on-line sources. Prerequisite: Licensure as an EMS provider or nurse.   

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This course is one of four needed for the Computed Tomography (CT) Certificate Program.  This certificate provides a core program of computed tomography courses for registered radiologic technologists that builds on previous educational experiences and affords the student the opportunity to acquire attitudes, knowledge and skills necessary to perform in the role of a CT technologist.  This program consists of a core of four on-line didactic courses (RT Sect Anat / CT Procedures / CT Pt Care & Safety / CT Prin & Instr).  These courses may be taken in any order. In addition to the didactic courses, students must also complete specified numbers of skills at their place of employment to earn the certificate. Students who are not currently employed need to contact IHCC about other options to complete clinical. Students successfully completing this program will receive a certificate of completion from IHCC. They are then, after submitting transcripts, eligible to sit for the ARRT Computed Topography (CT) Board Exam. 

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The Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) is a course developed by the Emergency Nurses Association to present a firm foundation in trauma nursing and to provide nurses with core or basic trauma cognitive knowledge and psychomotor skills that are associated with the delivery of professional nursing care to the trauma patient. After completing this course, participants will be able to properly assess and implement evidence-based interventions to improve outcomes for patients.   This is a partially hybrid course as some learning modules must be completed on-line before class. Verification of successful course completion is based on passing the Trauma Nursing Process (TNP) psychomotor skills station at the end of the class and passing the written exam on-line after class. Verification from ENA is valid for four years. Please note registration closes 2.5 weeks before class to allow for mailing of books to participants and completion of on-line modules. Prerequisites: Must be a registered nurse. Other professions may audit only. Participants should have 6 months emergency experience before taking the class. 

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This course is an introduction to and investigation of a career choice in Occupational Therapy. A foundational overview of the history, philosophy, ethics, and role of occupational therapy in the health care environment is provided. The roles and functions of the occupational therapist and occupational therapy assistant in traditional and emerging practice areas, as well as the role of the AOTA will be explored. Models of care and the essentials of success in the OTA program will be discussed. Students will complete required HIPPA, Infection Control and Mandatory Reporting for child/adult training for Health Care Providers.  Once the student has registered and paid online the instructor will contact you on how to proceed with the class.      

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Virtual reality simulators provide an unparalleled level of realism, immersing users in real-world scenarios to help them develop critical skills and prepare for the challenges they could face in the field.  Personalized, immersive scenarios are designed to provide the most realistic training possible, increasing your preparedness and setting you up for success. Virtual reality training can help improve response times, increase situational awareness, and reduce your risk for error. The simulator environment allows officers to utilize the various lethal and less lethal tools that are available to law enforcement officers in the field.   

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