At the end of the class participants will be able to: Define hoarding disorder Understand legal and ethical considerations Define the term ‘mandated reporter’ Understand how hoarding impacts first responders Be aware of community resources and how to activate them Understand the importance of calm and compassion
At the end of the class participants will be able to: Define hoarding disorder Understand legal and ethical considerations Define the term ‘mandated reporter’ Understand how hoarding impacts first responders Be aware of community resources and how to activate them Understand the importance of calm and compassion
Domestic violence, also referred to as intimate partner violence (IPV), is a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over another partner. These behaviors can manifest in a variety of ways to include physical, emotional, psychological, and financial abuse. EMS has unique opportunities to intervene in cases of domestic violence. This training will describe the signs and dynamics of IPV, the barriers that exist for those who need help, and demonstrate a referral to an IPV advocacy center.
Domestic violence, also referred to as intimate partner violence (IPV), is a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over another partner. These behaviors can manifest in a variety of ways to include physical, emotional, psychological, and financial abuse. EMS has unique opportunities to intervene in cases of domestic violence. This training will describe the signs and dynamics of IPV, the barriers that exist for those who need help, and demonstrate a referral to an IPV advocacy center.
Description: In this 4-hour Trauma-Informed First Responder training, participants will be provided with an introduction to trauma-responsive systems and learn about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and how early childhood trauma impacts brain development and future health outcomes. The course will also explore how policing and other first responder professions are impacted by secondary traumatic stress and how to implement trauma-responsive practices into your work with children and families.Objectives: 1. Understand the impact trauma has on the developing child and family. 2. Understand the first responder’s role in supporting children and families who have experienced trauma. 3. Explore fears and concerns about addressing trauma in your job role. 4. Explore strategies to support trauma-informed work with children and victims of domestic and/or sexual violence, substance misuse, etc. 5. Build understanding of how to navigate relationships with trauma-exposed children and families. 6. Increase awareness of available services/resources for first responders, children, and families. 7. Increase positive interactions with families.
Medications are an important part of a patient’s history. This program reviews common medications, explains mechanism of action, possible effects of overdose or failure to comply, as well as using a patient’s medication list to understand their medical history. We will also review protocols for medications used by EMT and AEMT providers and further understand their role in treating the patient
This course will benefit anyone interested in the “how” and “why” of Compliance and EMS Investigations. Compliance Coordinator, Elizabeth Goguet, will present an overview of the rules and laws that govern EMS Providers. To include the formal investigative process, information will be presented on historical and current investigations, along with how the citizens, visitors, and EMS Providers in the State of New Hampshire can utilize (or avoid) the Compliance Section at the Division of Fire Standards and Training & EMS. Time at the end will be left for questions and discussion.
Medications are an important part of a patient’s history. This program reviews common medications, explains mechanism of action, possible effects of overdose or failure to comply, as well as using a patient’s medication list to understand their medical history. We will also review protocols for medications used by EMT and AEMT providers and further understand their role in treating the patient.
This training provides an overview of abuse, neglect and exploitation laws in NH and the mandate to report to adult protective services. Learn what to look for, and how to document and testify to what you observed. Real case examples will be shared to enhance the learning experience. • Role of EMS in adult protection matters • Defining elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation • Statistics • Relevant statues • How to respond to a suspected case
Presented by the NH Office of the Attorney General, this training provides an overview of abuse, neglect and exploitation laws in NH and the mandate to report to adult protective services. Learn what to look for, and how to document and testify to what you observed. Real case examples will be shared to enhance the learning experience.
