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9.20.11 - Go Red For Women ™ presents: 'Just a Little Heart Attack'
This You Tube video stars and is directed by Emmy-nominated actress Elizabeth Banks.
"A little film about a super mom who takes care of everyone except herself" -- Elizabeth Banks
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8.30.11 - August TC Tidbits
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6.30.11 - June 2011 TC Tidbits
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5.13.11 - May TC Tidbits
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3.1.11 New BLS Healthcare Provider Pricing
Click the link above to find new BLS Healthcare Provider pricing. The new Healthcare Provider materials are available for pre-order. Download a order form from Instructor Resources & News > Order Forms for Supplies.
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10.18.2010 - New 2010 AHA Guidelines for CPR & ECC
Get more information on the new 2010 AHA Guidelines. Click the link above to learn about what changes will be taking place over the next few months.
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9.28.10 - AHA Instructor Network Down 9/30 through 10/4
In preparation for the re-design of the ahainstructornetwork.org, the current Instructor Network will be taken down THIS Thursday, September 30, at 7:00 p.m., Central Time, and will remain down for the entire weekend. The new site will “go live“ the morning of Monday, October 4. This means that you will not be able to access the site, including the ECC Class Connector at anytime over the weekend. AHA appreciates your patience while they work to bring the new AHA Instructor Network to you.
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6.25.10 - OnlineAHA.org is New and Improved
AHA recently re-launched their e-learning website, www.onlineAHA.org. The site offers a convenient and flexible alternative to classroom based CPR and First Aid courses. Click the link above to check out the site, browse their course catalog and even watch free demo videos.
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6.1.10 - 2010 AHA Guidelines Preliminary Information
Click the link above to view a letter from the American Heart Association that outlines information about the release of the AHA materials for the new 2010 guidelines.
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6.1.10 - National CPR & AED Week
Help the American Heart Association celebrate National CPR & AED week by visiting www.cprweek.org!
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2.9.10 - Winter 2010 Training Concepts Newsletter
Click the link above to download the lastest Training Concepts newsletter. You'll find information about the infant Prestan manikin, AHA community CPR promotion, helpful instructor reminders, and much more!
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11.2.09 - H1N1 and CPR Training
This AHA Training Memo addresses precautions Instructors should take to minimize the risk of H1N1 transmission during AHA CPR courses. Click the link above to read more.
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10.26.09 - Save Lives by Strengthening the AED Law in IL
Help support the AED law in IL by contacting your senator. Click the link above to be connected with AHA's web effort to strengthen this important law. It's a quick and easy way to get involved.
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5.13.09 - Spring 2009 Training Concepts Newsletter
Click the link above to download the lastest Training Concepts newsletter. You'll find information about the new AHA Bloodborne Pathogens course, adding your classes to American Heart's website, CPR & AED Awareness Week, and more!
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4.30.09 - AHA Launches New Class Connector
AHA recently launched a new class finder on americanheart.org. The ECC Class Connector allows AHA instructors to list their own classes to the website for the general public to find. As an instructor you need to have a free account on ahainstructornetwork.org. For more information click the link above to download the Instructor User Guide.
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4.15.09 - Zoll AED Plus Defibrillator Recall
Zoll AED Plus Defibrillators that were manufactured from May 2004 through February 2009 and distributed from May 2004 through February 9, 2009 have been recalled for failure to deliver a shock. Please click the link above for more information and contact information for Zoll.
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3.5.09 - AHA Releases New Bloodborne Pathogens Course
The long-awaited AHA Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens course has been released. Please click the link above to learn more information about teaching this course.
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12.10.08 - Learn More about Agonal Breathing
A recent study suggests that many people mistake "gasping" during a cardiac arrest for breathing. Click the link above to educate yourself so that you can educate others!
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9.29.08 - New Training Manikin
The Prestan Professional Manikin is now available. The manikin is available with a CPR Rate Monitor that allows for instant feedback when students are practicing chest compressions. See a video of this along with the other manikin features by clicking the link above. Call the office to place your order.
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9.15.08 - New Pediatric Mask for Manikin Practice
We are now carrying pediatric micro-masks for manikin practice. The training valves that you are currently using will fit this mask. Please click the link above to see an image of this. Call our office to place your order today!
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8.14.08 - Updated AED Law
The IL AED law has been updated and now includes specifics for AED's with outdoor activities. These updates will mostly effect outdoor activities at schools and park districts. Please click the link above to be directed to a copy of the law.
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4.16.08 - New AED Trainer Available
A new universal AED trainer is now available for your classes. This trainer is only $150 from Training Concepts, which is over $100 less than most other trainers. Contact the office today at 708.596.3155 to place an order. To see an image of the trainer click on the link above.
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3.31.08 - AHA Statement about Hands-Only CPR
On March 31, 2008 American Heart Association made a major announcement for adding Hands-Only CPR into the current courses. Click here to find all the information you need on how this will be incorporated into your classes.
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12.12.07 - IL Governor Signs New AED Legislation
Governor Blagojevich signed new legislation requiring all outdoor fitness and sports facilities to have AEDs. Click the Headline above to read more!
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