Intermountain Healthcare has released its current schedule of upcoming classes and events, featuring specialized athletic performance training alongside a variety of medical certification courses for healthcare professionals. The new listings include high-intensity sports programs and advanced life support instruction available both online and in person.
Athletic Performance Programs
The healthcare provider's latest athletic offerings focus on physical conditioning through its Sports Performance Training programs. One specific upcoming event includes a five-session high-intensity sports performance special designed for athletes looking to improve their physical capabilities.
In addition to the intensive five-session program, Intermountain Healthcare is offering a Sports Performance Training course centered on speed and power. This in-person program aims to enhance an athlete's agility, strength, explosive power, and overall athleticism across various sports disciplines.
Advanced Medical Training
For medical practitioners and healthcare workers, Intermountain Healthcare has listed several advanced certification and skill-building opportunities. These professional development courses include the Heartcode ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) program, which is specifically designed for healthcare professionals who respond to cardiovascular emergencies both within and outside of hospital settings.
Pediatric care training is also a significant component of the current schedule. The provider is offering the Heartcode PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) course for professionals responding to emergencies involving infants and children. Additionally, the Pediatric Echo Bootcamp Conference provides lectures and hands-on scanning training intended to improve pathology recognition and scanning skills for the neonatal and pediatric populations.
CPR and First Aid Instruction
The schedule includes several foundational life-saving courses focused on CPR and first aid for both professionals and the general public. The Heartcode BLS (Basic Life Support) Skills Class is available for healthcare professionals needing to maintain proficiency in CPR and basic cardiovascular life support skills.
For those requiring training in automated external defibrillator usage, the Heartsaver CPR AED Skills Class provides instruction on how to use an AED in a safe, timely, and effective manner. Related offerings include the Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Skills Class, which expands the scope of training to include first aid alongside resuscitation techniques.
Pediatric and Trauma Training
Intermountain Healthcare is also providing specialized instruction for pediatric-specific emergencies and general first aid. The Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED course trains participants to manage illnesses and injuries in infants or children during the critical minutes before professional medical help arrives.
For broader emergency response needs, the Heartsaver First Aid Skills Class provides training on the basics of responding to the most common first aid emergencies. Other advanced trauma-related offerings include the ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) Traditional 2 Day Course based on the 11th Edition and an ATLS Refresher Course for the 11th Edition.
Professional Development Opportunities
The provider's educational lineup also features specialized communication training and interactive sessions. The Medical Interpreter Training is a comprehensive program lasting more than 40 hours, designed to prepare individuals to provide interpretation services in various professional settings.
Furthermore, the Project ECHO initiative offers free, expert-led online sessions. These sessions are designed to allow participants to explore the various services offered by Intermountain Healthcare and receive answers to specific questions. The provider noted that CME credit may be available for participants attending these online sessions.
Course Delivery Formats
The full range of Intermountain Healthcare's scheduled events includes both in-person and online formats to accommodate different learning needs. While the athletic training sessions are listed as in-person, many of the professional medical courses, such as Project ECHO and Medical Interpreter Training, offer online participation options.
