Events by Facility:

Baby's First Massage

• The program is a combination of home study and 4.5 hours of hands-on training.
• July 12, Oct. 25
• Facilitator: Teresa Kirkpatrick Ramsey
• Cost: $225
• Hours: 27.4
• For details: www.babysfirstmassage.com or (937) 433-5000

Beeber Pharmacy

• For more information, contact Educational Concepts, LLC, (419) 305-3043 or by e-mail: ed_concepts@hotmail.com

Pathophysiology and Advanced Geriatric Assessment: Putting It All Together

• May 21 and 22, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Instructor: Cynthia Liette
• Hours: CE 13.4
• Cost: $120

Basic Phlebotomy Skills for Medical Professionals

• June 13, 8 a.m.-noon or 1-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Cynthia Liette
• Hours: CE 3.5
• Cost: $30

Center of Nursing Excellence, Miami Valley Hospital

• Miami Valley Hospital (OH-015) is an approved provider of continuing education by the Ohio Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission of Accreditation, OBN-001-91. Provider status valid through April 1.
• For details, call Roxi DiSalvo (937) 208-3957 or e-mail rdisalvo@mvh.org

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The Children's Medical Center of Dayton

CMC Grand Rounds

• Topics available at www.childrensdayton.org
• Wednesday, 8:30-9:30 a.m.
• Kogut Auditorium

Dayton Children's and AAA Miami Valley Car Seat Check

• At The Greene, Beavercreek
• Thursday, May 22, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
• Call (937)224-2841 for more information

Dayton Children's Car Seat Check

• Dayton Children's, One Children's Plaza
• Thursday, June 19, 9 a.m.-noon
• Appointments needed
• Contact the Family Resource Center at (937)641-3700

Dayton Dietetic Association

Standards of Practice for Dietitians and Registered Dietary Technicians

• Sinclair Community College, location TBD
• May 13, 6 p.m.
• Speaker: Gretchen Robinson from the American Dietetic Associations House of Delegates.
• Hours: CEUs available.
• For more information: Ann M. Partlow (937) 436-6405 or partlowa@stleonard.net

Dayton Veterans Affairs Medical Center

• Additional information will be available at: www.dayton.va.gov/conference/info.htm

Grandparents/Caregivers Raising Grandkids

• Christ United Methodist Church, 3440 Shroyer Road, Kettering
• For details, contact Judy Hadley (937)293-3151 or
  Shirley Schumacher (937) 298-4720

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The Greater Dayton Area Faith Community Nurse/Health Ministers Support & Networking Group

• For more information, contact the Good Samaritan Hospital Health Ministries Program office at (937) 227-9454.

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Greene County Medical Reserve Corps Training

• Courses, include: Incident Command System, National Incident Management and Volunteer Reception Center
• Free to health related workers.
• For more information visit www.serveohio.org
• Sign up at www.mrc.train.org: search for "Greene"
• Contact: Donald E. Brannen, Greene County MRC Coordinator, (937) 374-5660 or dbrannen@gcchd.org

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Greene Memorial Hospital

Diabetes Support Group Meeting

• Room 110/120, Menapace Building, GMH
• First Tuesday of every month, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• For more information, call (937) 352-2695.

Cancer Center Support Group

• GMH, outpatient surgery waiting area, 1st floor
• First Tuesday of every month, 7 to 9 p.m.
• The meetings are open to the public.
• Cost: Free
• Call (937) 352-2680 for details.

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Good Samaritan Hospital Health Ministries Program

• For more information, contact Judy Hudson, Good Samaritan Hospital Health Ministries Program Assistant (937) 227-9454.

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Hondros College

The RN Pearls for NCLEX Review

• Hondros College, 7600 Tyler's Place, West Chester
• June 26 and 27, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Instructor: Cynthia Liette
• Cost: $100 for outside participants
• For more information, call (419) 305-3043

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Institute of Holistic Leadership

Holistic Health Seminars/Certifications

• www.ihlead.com
• Patti McCormick (937) 285-0343
• Certifications and training in holistic medicine; CEUs available
• Call (937) 285-0343 or e-mail info@ihlead.com for more information

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Kettering Health Network

RMR (resting metabolic rate) & Body Fat Analysis

• May 6, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
• Kettering Fitness & Wellness Center at Fairmont High School, 3351 Shroyer Road, Kettering
• Cost: $23 Years Ahead Plus+ members, all others $25

Sleep Disorders

• May 2, 10-11 a.m.
• Conover Health Plus, 333 Conover Dr., Suite D, Franklin
• Cost: Free

Common Allergies and Life Style

• May 15, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
• Englewood Health Center, 1250 National Rd., Clayton
• Cost: Free

Use it or Lose it

• May 20, 6-7 p.m.
• Englewood Health Center, 1250 National Rd., Clayton
• Cost: Free

Osteoporosis Screenings

• May 19, 9:30 a.m.-noon
• Kettering Connection, Town & Country Shopping Center, 300 E. Stroop Rd. Kettering
• Cost: $10 Years Ahead Plus+ members; all other $15

Digestive System Basics

• June 10, 2-3 p.m.
• Englewood Health Center, 1250 National Rd., Clayton
• Cost: Free

Sit and Fit

• June 10, 10-11 a.m.
• Kettering Medical Center-Sycamore, 4000 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd., Miamisburg
• Cost: $3 Years Ahead Plus+ members; all other $5

Exercise for those with Diabetes

• June 24, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
• Englewood Health Center, 1250 National Rd., Clayton
• Cost: $3 Years Ahead Plus+ members; all other $5

Lupus Awareness Program

• Monthly meetings are held on the second Tuesday, noon-2 p.m., and the fourth Thursday, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• Dr. Charles R. Drew Health Center, 1323 W. Third St, Dayton
• For information, call (937) 225-5045 or contact the 24-hour lupus information line at (937) 225-6300.
• Combined Health District of Montgomery County, 117 S. Main St., Dayton

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Mercer Health Center

• For more information, contact Educational Concepts, LLC, (419) 305-3043 or by email: ed_concepts@hotmail.com.

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Miami Valley Hospital Trauma Program

Trauma and Critical Care Update 2008

• Hosted by Miami Valley Hospital, Atrium Medical Center, Good Samaritan Hospital, and Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine.
• Ponitz Center at Sinclair Community College
• Friday, May 16, 8- 4:30 p.m.
• CE credits are given for: Nursing, Respiratory Therapists, Radiology Technologists, Physician CME, ACEP
• If further information is needed, call the Trauma Program Office at Miami Valley Hospital, (937) 208-2312.

Perinatal Consortium for Educational Opportunities (PCEO)

• Contact Mary Ann Swank, swankm@childrensdayton.org.
• This information is also available at www.PCEORegion2.org.

AWHONN: Two-Day Workshop

• This course has been developed by AWHONN and taught by Region II AWHONN Instructors. Utilizing NICHD terminology this two-day course focuses on the application of essential fetal heart monitoring knowledge and skills in intrapartum nursing practice. This is not an orientation course. Preparation in advance is necessary by the participants.

Mind Games in OB

• Kettering Medical Center
• May 30, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Registration deadline: May 16

Neonatal Complications

• Southview Hospital
• June 16, 7:30 a.m.-4:15 p.m.
• Registration deadline: June 2

S.T.A.B.L.E.

• Joint Twp. District Memorial Hospital, St. Mary's
• June 4, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Registration deadline: May 21

What If?

• Southview Hospital
• May 19, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Registration deadline: May 5

Perinatal Education Associates Inc.

Waterbirth Credentialing Workshop

• June 20
• Instructor: Barbara Harper
• Hours: Nursing & ACNMA CEUs applied for.
• Cost: $350
• Contact: Connie L. Livingston (937)312-0544

Sinclair Community College Center for Nursing Continuing Education

• Sinclair Community College (OH-101/07-01-09) is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Ohio Nurses Association (OBN-001-91), an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
• Continuing education courses are available on the Sinclair Website at ce.sinclair.edu for radiologic technology, nephrology / dialysis technology and nursing. An online RN refresher program is available at nursing.sinclair.edu.
• Contact: (937) 512-2563 or e-mail:brenda.marcks@sinclair.edu.

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Sinclair Community College Mental Health Technology

• Sinclair offers courses in chemical dependency that meet the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board 270-hour requirement for specific education. This spring Sinclair will offer Introduction to Substance Use Disorders, Dual Diagnosis and Assessment of Chemical Dependency Disorders.
• One-day courses are offered to students, graduates and professionals for continuing education. Call (937) 512-2845 or e-mail (linda.mowrey@sinclair.edu).
• Mental Health Technology is now an approved provider of continuing education for the Ohio Counselor Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board for counselors and social workers. .
• MHT also offers one-credit hour courses that are approved for continuing education credit by the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board and Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist Board.
• To enroll in courses at Sinclair, go to www.sinclair.edu. New students must first apply to the college. Be sure to mark on the application that you are taking courses for personal interest.
• Contact the Mental Health Technology office (937) 512-2845.

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Sinclair Community College Online Continuing Education

• The program provides professional CE credits for radiologic science professionals, nephrology practitioners and nurses. Several new CE courses have been launched in radiology and nursing and the dialysis CE course inventory is growing.
• All courses are structured as independent, self-paced learning experiences, affordably priced and can be accessed at any time.
• Review the course lists at ce.sinclair.edu. The CE programs are recognized by appropriate professional organizations so that credits apply to the practitioner's credential requirements.
• Sinclair's CE program is seeking content experts in the areas of nursing, radiologic sciences and nephrology. Individuals who are interested in authoring CE course should contact Denise.Moore@sinclair.edu. Authors are reimbursed for devlopment services.

Sinclair Community College Dental Hygiene Program

Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office

• David Ponitz Sinclair Center
• Wednesday, July 16, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
• Prerequisites: Ohio Dental Hygiene License (current), current certification in Basic Life Support (CPR), at least 2 years and 3,000 hours of experience in the practice of Dental Hygiene
• Instructor: Stephen Holliday, DDS, Professor
• Cost: $125
• Enrollment: Limited to 30
• Registration deadline: July 1
• Pre-course reading materials will be mailed after your course registration has been received
• Dental Hygiene Program (937)512-2779

Local Anesthesia Certification for Dental Hygienists

• Approved by the Ohio Dental Board
• Sinclair Community College
• Instruction: Friday, Oct. 31, and Nov. 7, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Clinical: Saturday, Nov. 1, and 8, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Presenter: Sinclair Dental Hygiene Faculty
• Cost: $795, includes all supplies, lunch, refreshments, parking and 29 hours of continuing education
• Registration deadline: October 20
• Capacity is limited to 32 students. Eligibility requires valid Ohio dental hygiene license. Proof of licensure and CPR certificate must be submitted with payment.
• For additional information, call Judy Fronsoe (937)512-2779

The Southern Ohio Valley - Case Management Society of America (SOV-CMSA)

• Contact: Micki (800) 318-4408

Southwest Ohio HMA Quarterly Chapter Meeting

The Link Between Sleep Apnea and Diabetes

• Victor Cassano Community Health Center, 165 Edwin C. Moses Drive, Dayton.
• Thursday, May 15, 6-8:30 p.m.
• Presenter: Joyce E. Gray
• Registration deadline: May
• For details, contact the Good Samaritan Hospital Health Ministries Program office (937)227-9454

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Spanish for Nurses

• This offering has been approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing through the OBN Approver Unit at UVMC OBN-005-92.
• A CD program that trains nurses to speak Spanish
• Hours: 19.2
• Runs on a Mac or PC
• Cost: $39.50 ($35 + tax and shipping)
• Quantity discounts and group study course also available
• Pay by check to: SHAPES Language Training, PO Box 406; Yellow Springs, OH 45387
• For more information, contact robin@rmelnick.com or call Robin Melnick (937) 767-2372; SHAPES Language Training – www.rmelnick.com

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TriHealth Integrative Health & Medicine

• TriHealth Fitness & Health Pavilion
• 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Cincinnati
• Call (513) 985-6786 to register
• All prices, times and classes subject to change without notice.
• www.integrativehealth.trihealth.com

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UVMC

• All UVMC Continuing Education courses are individually approved by various professional organizations. Check each course description for specific approvals. Contact hour certificates will be awarded for successful completion of the individual programs. Successful completion is defined as attendance of entire program and submission of a completed evaluation form at the conclusion of the program. Individual courses may also have additional requirements for successful completion, which will be made known prior to the start of the program. Late arrivals and early departures may forfeit official continuing education certificates.
• UVMC is authorized as an approver and provider of continuing education in nursing by the Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN-005-92). As such, UVMC may approve continuing education programs submitted by agencies within Ohio, as well as from other states.
• Contact: Yolanda Munguia at (937) 440-4922.

General Information

• Pre-registration is required.
• Registration fee includes: contact hours, course materials and beverage breaks. Lunch is on your own unless otherwise indicated.
• Refund Policy: UVMC reserves the right to cancel any course that has not met minimum registration requirements. Registrants will be notified if a program is canceled and a full refund will be issued. If a registrant requests a refund at least 24 hours prior to the start of a program, a full refund will be issued.
• Course location, unless specified otherwise, is the UVMC Main Campus in Troy.

Nursing Update Course

• UVMC offers a Nursing Update Course (formerly UVMC's Nurse Refresher Course), designed for nurses who have been out of a clinical practice for two or more years. Nursing Update Course core classes that the participant must attend are designated by an asterisk (*). There are nine required courses for participation in the clinical exposure component. Call (937) 440-4920.

Coming Soon

• Take classes at your convenience with online classes and classes on CD/DVD.
• For the latest course information check us out at www.uvmc.com/events/viewmonth.asp

Critical Thinking Series

• Upper Valley Medical Center offers a 10-session Critical Thinking Series. Participants may enroll at any time during the year. The critical thinking series is geared to entry-level critical care nurses and/or advanced medical-surgical nurses who desire to learn more about critical care concepts. The * symbol indicates component classes of the series. Classes may be taken individually or as a part of the whole course; the entire critical thinking series consists of 7 class topics, the basic cardiology course and a final test. For more information, call (937) 440-4920.

Self-Learning Packet

• UVMC offers an independent study for RNs and LPNs to meet the continuing education re-licensure requirement concerning knowledge of the laws and rules, which govern the practice of nursing in Ohio. The cost is $20. To order, call (937) 440-4920. 1.0 OBN contact hour of Category A (Information directly related to Chapter 4723 of the Ohio Revised Code) will be awarded for successful completion.

ACLS

• One-day recertification class
• UVMC Main Hospital
• Thursday, May 22, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Cost: $90 UVMC employees; $125 others, plus book charge

ACLS

• UVMC Main Hospital
• Tuesday, September 9; Monday, September 15, 22 and 29, 6-9:30 p.m.
• Thursday, Oct. 16 and 23, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., EMS Center
• Saturday, Nov. 15 and 22, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Cost: $90 UVMC employees; $125 others, plus book charge

PALS

• For information regarding upcoming PALS classes, call (937) 440-4920

IV Therapy Course for LPNs

• This 40-hour Ohio Board of Nursing approved course meets the requirements of Rule 4723-17 OAC and of the Law that became effective Sept. 24, 1999. Effective Jan. 1, 2004, the Ohio Board of Nursing requires an additional fee in order to issue an LPN IV Therapy card.
• Monday-Friday, Aug. 4-8, 8:00 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructors: Meisha Kreinbrink
• Cost: $350 + $25 Licensing Fee
• Hours: 40 OBN
• New, beginning Aug. 1, this class will be offered as an independent study.

PCT II Course

• The 84-hour didactic portion of the course will include: the role of the PCT, communication, infection control, pre-op and post-op patient care, and specifics for caring for patients with problems of the various body systems.
• Weekdays, May 19-June 2, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Cost: $500 classroom and clinical; $425 classroom only
• For more information, call (937) 440-4920

Care of the Surgical Patient

• Thursday, Sept. 4, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Instructor: Meisha Kreinbrink
• Cost: $45
• Hours: 6

Gastrointestinal System

• Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Instructor: Meisha Kreinbrink
• Cost: $45
• Hours: 6

Presentation Skills: Back to the Basics

• Friday, August 14, 12-4 p.m.
• Instructor: Meisha Kreinbrink & Marci Langekamp
• Cost: $30
• Hours: 3.75

I'm working with Whom? Working Together with Different Generations

• Tuesday, August 26, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
• Instructor: Michael King & Meisha Kreinbrink
• Cost: $30
• Hours: 3.75

Pharmacology

• Tuesday, September 18, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Instructor: Meisha Kreinbrink
• Cost: $45 per day
• Hours: 6

Oncology Nursing Course

• The Oncology Nursing Society's (ONS) Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Course provides a comprehensive review of the knowledge needed to administer cytotoxic and biotherapeutic agents. Upon successful completion, participants will receive an ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Card. The card is valid for 2 years. Participants must be licensed Registered Nurses who have been employed as such for a minimum of six months.
• This course is limited in size, and pre-registration is required. Registration and payment MUST be received by May 16.
• For more information, contact Sarah Jones at 937) 440-4827 or sjones@uvmc.com.
• Course coordinator: Sarah Jones
• Fridays, June 6 and June 13, 8 p.m.-5 p.m.
• Cost: $175
• Hours: 13.5
• ONS is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the ANCC. ONS is approved as a provider of continuing nursing education by the California State Board of Registered Nursing, Provider No. 2580.

PCT Course

• This course will provide curriculum to the patient care technician (PCT) that will enable them to provide multi-tasked care to the patient in a safe, clean environment. The PCT will realize their role as part of the team working for the benefit of the patient, the unit, and the organization. The 84-hour didactic portion of the course will include: the role of the PCT, Communication, Infection Control, Pre-op and post-op patient care, and specifics for caring for patients with problems of the various body systems. For details, call (937) 440-4920.
• Weekdays, May 19-June 2. No class on May 26., 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Cost: $500 classroom and clinical; $425 classroom only

Nurse Aide Training Program

• This ODH-approved course is required to work in LTC facilities and eligible to work in home care. After completion, one may sit for the state nurse aide exam. For details and dates, call (800) 432-8862.

Nurse Aide Convention

• July 16
• Cost: $40
• More information will be mailed to long-term care facilities.
• Call (937) 440-4920 for details

Wayne Hospital

Advanced Dysrhythmias

• Wayne Hospital; Greenville
• May 15, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Instructor: Cynthia Liette
• Hours: CE: 6.7
• Cost: $60; no charge for Mercer Health and Wayn Hospital employees

Wilson Memorial Hospital

• To register for any of the following courses, for a fee schedule or for any questions, contact the Education Department of Wilson Memorial Hospital at (937)498-5409

ACLS (Advance Cardiovascular Life Support)

• Medical Office Building, Conference Rooms A & B, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• May 14 & 21, July 8 and 23, Sept. 9, 11 & 17, Nov. 4 and 12
• Participants can take a 1-day, 2-day or 3 day course depending on previous ACLS courses taken.
• Prerequisites: Must be a rhythm analysis-competent Physician, Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Emergency Medical Technician

CCU (Critical Care Unit) Classes

• Medical Office Building, Conference Rooms A & B, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Session 2: Aug. 13 - Cardio Day 1
  Sept. 23: Cardio Day 2
  Oct. 15: Respiratory
  Oct. 29: Neurology and Renal
• Prerequisites: Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse

EKG Classes "How to Read"

• Medical Office Building, Conference Rooms A & B
• Sept. 25, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Hemodynamics

• Nov. 20, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Medical Office Building, Conference Room B
• Prerequisites: Registered Nurse

Neonatal Resuscitation for Providers

• Medical Office Building, Conference Rooms A & B
• Oct. 27, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Prerequisites: Must work in the medical field with infants: Physician, Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Medical Technician or Obstetric Patient Care Technician

Neonatal Resuscitation Re-certification

• Medical Office Building, Conference Rooms A & B
• Oct. 22, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
• Prerequisites: Must work in the medical field with infants: Physician, Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Medical Technician or Obstetric Patient Care Technician

Neonatal Resuscitation Re-certification

• Medical Office Building, Conference Rooms A & B
• Oct. 21, 4:40 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
• Prerequisites: Must work in the medical field with infants: Physician, Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Medical Technician or Obstetric Patient Care Technician

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

• Medical Office Building, Conference Rooms A & B, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Oct. 29, 30 - Provider
• Oct. 28 - Recertification
• Prerequisites: Must work in the medical field with children: Physician, Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Medical Technician or Obstetric Patient Care Technician

Rhythm Analysis Course for Registered Nurses

• Medical Office Building, Conference Rooms A & B, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Oct. 2, 7, 9, 14 and 21
• Prerequisites: Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Emergency Medical Technician

Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine

Dayton-Area Pathology Meeting

• More info: www.med.wright.edu/path/dapg/schedule.html

Wright State University Department of OB/GYN

Grand Rounds

• Bieser Auditorium, Miami Valley Hospital
• Every Wednesday, 8 a.m.
• Hours: 1.0
• Contact: Becky Bezich (937) 208-6645

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