This November, the Epilepsy Foundation is launching the #removethefilter campaign for National Epilepsy Awareness Month (NEAM). This new social media campaign seeks to give a voice to those who suffer from epilepsy across America. Epilepsy is more common than many people think. One in ten people across the world will have a seizure in […]
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Happy EMS Week 2021!
Welcome! We’re celebrating all level emergency medical responders! Please provide your contact information and we’ll send you a free set of medical shears to thank you for your service. Stay safe!
Continue ReadingHeart Attack First Aid Kit
Welcome! Complete the form below for your Heart Attack First Aid Kit. Each kit contains a guide for signs and symptoms of heart attack and emergency actions for yourself or others when signs or symptoms of heart attack are present.
Continue ReadingLearning CPR at VES in the age of COVID-19
There is a new normal now as we deal with face covering and social distancing during our CPR/AED and First Aid classes. Many people are wondering if we CAN teach a class and still be safe from COVID-19. As the State of Illinois has floated through the Phases, we’ve adhered to guidelines that are both […]
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With new restrictions due to COVID-19 and social distancing, our classes will now be occurring in the blended learning format. We will be limiting the in-person interactions to necessary skills testing to ensure the safety and health of all customers This type of certification includes two (2) steps: online learning and in-person skills testing. This […]
Continue ReadingCOVID-19 Precautions for Classes Phase 3 and 4
Here is an outline of the precautions we are taking due to COVID-19, both at on-site locations as well as our Vital Education training center. COVID-19 Precautions for classes at your location; blended learning. Students cannot be sick Up to 10 students per session with minimum distance of 6′ between students and their manikin workspace. […]
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