Platte Valley Ambulance Service is offering their first ever Citizen Medic Class! The classes are FREE of charge, and will take place on Wednesdays (& Occasional Saturdays) starting July 11 through August 22. By signing up for this class, you’ll learn about our very own Platte Valley Ambulance service, and all participants will be certified in CPR/AED & First Aid. In addition, students will receive life-saving skid car training.
Immerse yourself in the work of your local Medics! Observer rides will also be made available to all participants. Call 720.288.2087 to register – spots may fill up fast so sign up today! Click here to download a flyer to share or post on your communication board.
Schedule of Events
Wednesday July 11 – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
- Introduction to the Ambulance Service (Chief Craigle & Assistant Chief Mulberry)
- History (Chief Craigle)
- Philosophy (Chief Craigle)
- Response Matrix (Assistant Chief Mulberry)
Saturday, July 14- 09:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- HeartSaver CPR/AED
- Lunch
- HeartSaver First Aid
Wednesday, July 18 – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Airway Management
- Intubation
- Surgical Airway
- I-Gels
- Ventilators
Wednesday, July 25 – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Emergency Vehicle Operations
- Costs of putting an ambulance on the road
- Introduction to the fleet
- Emergency Vehicle Principles
- Ceiling Inspections
Wednesday, August 1 – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Trauma Management
- Chest Decompression
- IO Insertion
- TQs
- Wound Packing
- Active Shooter Scenarios
Saturday (To Be Announced)
- Skid Control with First Gear
Wednesday, August 8
Special Events
- Bike Team (Justin and Team)
- Event Carts
- Safe Lifting and Moving
- Scenarios and Bike Rodeo
Wednesday, August 15
Budget and Billing:
- Helicopter Show and Tell
- PVAS Budget
- PVAS Billing Process
Wednesday, August 22
Graduation Ceremony!
