Intermountain Healthcare has released its current schedule of community classes and events, offering a wide array of in-person and online programming focused on emergency response training, physical fitness, and specialized health education for families and surgical patients.
Emergency Response Training Options
The healthcare provider's upcoming offerings include a variety of emergency response sessions designed for both the general public and medical professionals. In-person training options feature the Heartsaver CPR AED Skills Class, which prepares participants to use an automated external defibrillator effectively, as well as the Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Skills Class and the basic Heartsaver First Aid Skills Class for common emergencies.
For specialized medical personnel, Intermountain Healthcare is providing advanced clinical training. This includes the Heartcode BLS (Basic Life Support) Skills Class, the Heartcode ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life and Support) course for hospital and out-of-hospital responders, and the Heartcode PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) class for those managing infant and childhood emergencies. The schedule also lists ATLS Refresher and traditional two-day courses based on the 11th Edition of Advanced Trauma Life Support.
Specialized Safety and Support
Community safety training extends to specialized age-based and injury-specific programs. The Super Sitter Safety Class is available for participants aged 9 to 15 to learn safe childcare practices for infants and young children. Additionally, the organization offers a free 'Stop The Bleed' in-person course to teach life-saving techniques during bleeding emergencies.
Other specialized in-person sessions include an Infant CPR and Car Seat Safety Class, which is available both online and in person, and the Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED class for managing illnesses or injuries in infants and children. For those managing long-term health transitions, the organization also provides Grief Support Classes held in a compassionate environment.
Fitness and Diabetes Prevention
Physical wellness and fitness programs are also part of the current schedule. Intermountain Healthcare is hosting 'Walk with a Doc,' a free community walking event held in person. For more structured physical training, the provider offers a 16-week Healthy Lifestyles Diabetes Prevention Program.
Athletic development is addressed through specialized high-intensity sessions, including a five-session Sports Performance Training Special and a program focused on speed, power, agility, and strength designed to enhance overall athleticism for various sports.
Online Prenatal and Family Education
A significant portion of the available programming is delivered through online platforms, particularly focusing on prenatal and postpartum care. The 'Birth Basics' series includes online material for Utah and Idaho residents as a prerequisite to virtual Q&A sessions. Other digital offerings include the Understanding Birth eClass, Understanding Natural Childbirth eClass, and specialized modules such as Understanding Your Cesarean Birth eClass and Understanding Your Multiples eClass.
Educational resources also extend to breastfeeding and newborn care through the Understanding Breastfeeding eClass and the Understanding Your Newborn eClass. For families, the Super Siblings online program provides interactive learning for siblings of new babies, while the Understanding Fatherhood and Understanding Grandparenting eClasses offer guidance for different family roles.
Surgical Prep and Chronic Care
Intermountain Healthcare is also providing digital resources for surgical preparation and chronic disease management. Online classes are available for patients undergoing joint replacement surgery, specifically covering hip, knee, or shoulder procedures. For those considering weight loss interventions, the provider offers online pre-operative education through a Surgical Weight Loss Pre Op Class as well as a Surgical Weight Loss Seminar.
Diabetes management continues in the digital space with the Way to Wellness Information Session, a CDC-recognized one-year program for adults looking to lose weight, and a Prediabetes 101 Class designed to help patients reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Additionally, the Project ECHO sessions are available online at no cost, providing expert-led discussions where participants can explore available services and ask questions.
Ongoing Health Education
The full list of available classes includes various other specialized modules such as the Understanding Mother Baby Care eClass, which prepares parents for the return home after birth. All listed programs are part of Intermountain Healthcare's ongoing effort to provide accessible health education and preventative care tools to the community.
