Protraining Classes
Our Protraining® Courses are for anyone with limited or no medical training who needs a course completion card for work, regulatory, or other requirements. These courses also meet OSHA requirements. For many of our courses, students receive a course completion card that is valid for two years.
Protraining (CPR First Aid AED) is a classroom, video-based, instructor-led course that teaches adult CPR and AED use, as well as how to relieve choking on an adult. First Aid will also be covered in this course. This course teaches skills with AHA’s research-proven Practice-While-Watching (PWW) technique, which allows instructors to observe the students, provide feedback and guide the students’ learning of skills.
Most teachers, gym trainers, day care workers, foster parents, construction workers, etc, require this course certification. If you are unsure of the exact course certification you are needing, please check with your employer.
Basic Life Support
The Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Classroom Course is designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare professionals the ability to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner.
This course is for healthcare professionals who need to know how to perform CPR, as well as, other lifesaving skills, in a wide variety of in-hospital and out-of-hospital settings.
This course covers the following topics:
- Critical concepts of high-quality CPR
- The American Heart Association Chain of Survival
- 1-Rescuer CPR and AED for adult, child and infant
- 2-Rescuer CPR and AED for adult, child and infant
- Differences between adult, child and infant rescue techniques
- Bag-mask techniques for adult, child and infant
- Rescue breathing for adult, child and infant
- Relief of choking for adult, child and infant
- CPR with an advanced airway
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
The Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider Course is a video-based, Instructor-led course designed to teach the importance of high-performance team dynamics and communication, systems of care, recognition and intervention of cardiopulmonary arrest, immediate post-cardiac arrest, acute dysrhythmia, stroke, and acute coronary syndromes (ACS).
This course is for healthcare professionals who need to know how to perform ACLS skills, as well as, other lifesaving skills, in a wide variety of in-hospital and out-of-hospital settings.
Course Content
- Basic life support skills, including effective chest compressions, use of a bag-mask device, and use of an AED
- Recognition and early management of respiratory and cardiac arrest
- Recognition and early management of peri-arrest conditions such as symptomatic bradycardia
- Airway management
- Related pharmacology
- Management of ACS and stroke
- Effective communication as a member and leader of a resuscitation team
Please contact PLATINUM EMS ACADEMY for ACLS Course schedule.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider Course is a video-based, Instructor-led course that uses a series of simulated pediatric emergencies to reinforce the important concepts of a systematic approach to pediatric assessment, basic life support, PALS treatment algorithms, effective resuscitation and team dynamics.
This course I for healthcare professionals who need to know how to perform PALS skills, as well as, other lifesaving pediatric skills, in a variety of in-hospital and out-of-hospital settings.
Course Content
- High-quality Child CPR AED and Infant CPR
- Recognition of patients who do and do not require immediate intervention
- Recognition of cardiopulmonary arrest early and application of CPR within 10 seconds
- Apply team dynamics
- Differentiation between respiratory distress and failure
- Early interventions for respiratory distress and failure
- Differentiation between compensated and decompensated (hypotensive) shock
- Early interventions for the treatment of shock
- Differentiation between unstable and stable patients with arrhythmias
- Clinical characteristics of instability in patients with arrhythmias
- Post–cardiac arrest management
Please contact PLATINUM EMS ACADEMY for PALS Course schedule.
Bloodborne Pathogens
Protraining Bloodborne Pathogens Course is a classroom course that teaches employees how to protect themselves and others from being exposed to blood or blood-containing materials.
This course is designed to meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
requirements for bloodborne pathogens training when paired with site-specific instruction.
This course is designed for anyone with a reasonable chance of coming into contact with bloodborne pathogens such as:
- Correctional Officers
- Childcare workers
- Security guards
- Maintenance workers
- School personnel
- Hotel housekeepers
- Health and fitness club staff
- Tattoo artists
Please contact Platinum EMS Academy for the Bloodborne Pathogens Course schedule.
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Which EMS program is right for me?
The right program depends on your current level of training and your career goals. Platinum EMS Academy offers training for students beginning their journey in emergency medical services as well as those ready to advance their skills. If you are unsure which course is the best fit, contact us and we will be happy to help you choose the appropriate program.
Do I need previous medical or EMS experience to enroll?
Requirements vary depending on the program. Some courses are designed for students beginning their EMS education, while advanced courses may have prerequisite certification or training requirements. Review the individual course information or contact Platinum EMS Academy before enrolling if you have questions about eligibility
What is included with my tuition?
Course inclusions vary by program but may include classroom and hands-on instruction, a Platinum EMS Academy uniform shirt, textbook or book rental, online learning resources, and access to course materials. Any items students are responsible for purchasing separately will be listed with the individual program information.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. Platinum EMS Academy offers payment options for eligible programs to help make EMS education more affordable. A non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your seat, with the remaining tuition paid according to the payment schedule for your program. Because tuition and payment arrangements vary by course, please review the specific program page for current pricing and payment information.
What are the class schedules?
Schedules vary by program and class session. Many of our EMS programs are designed to accommodate students who are working or have other responsibilities. Current class dates, meeting times, and availability will be provided with the individual course information. Because class sizes are limited, we recommend registering early.
Will I receive hands-on training?
Absolutely. Hands-on training is an important part of the Platinum EMS Academy experience. Depending on the program, students participate in skills labs, realistic patient-care scenarios, and practical training using equipment found in the EMS environment. Some programs also include required field clinical experience on an ambulance.
What happens after I complete my EMS course?
After successfully completing an eligible EMS program, students move on to the appropriate certification and licensing process for their level of training. This may include completing the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) examination and meeting applicable state licensing requirements. Our goal is to prepare you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed for that next step.
Still Have Questions?
Choosing an EMS program is an important decision, and we want you to feel confident before you enroll. Contact Platinum EMS Academy and we will be happy to answer your questions about courses, schedules, tuition, payment options, or getting started.