MEDICAL FIRST RESPONDER PROGRAM
The Solon Township Fire Department announces the Winter 2020 Medical First Responder (MFR) course. This program is primarily designed for future emergency medical service personnel, but is appropriate for anyone who may respond to emergencies, including fire/rescue personnel, nurses, coaches or athletic trainers, and safety professionals. Participants who successfully complete this program are eligible to take National Registry certification exam, and apply for licensure through the State of Michigan.
Medical First Responders provide immediate lifesaving care to critical patients who access the emergency medical services system. MFRs have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide immediate lifesaving interventions while awaiting additional EMS resources to arrive. MFRs also provide assistance to higher-level personnel at the scene of emergencies and during transport. Medical First Responders are a vital part of the comprehensive EMS response. Under medical oversight, Emergency Medical Responders perform basic interventions with minimal equipment.
[From the: National EMS Scope of Practice Model]
The State of Michigan MFR education objectives can be found here
LOCATION
Solon Township Fire Department
2305 Nineteen Mile Rd NE. Cedar Springs, MI 49319
This program is a satellite location of the Plainfield Township Fire Department Education program. It is approved by the MDHHS-BETP.
DATES
MANDATORY ORIENTATION
October 28th, 2020 7PM-9PM
CLASS SESSIONS
All Tuesday In-person sessions are 6:00 p.m – 10:00 p.m.
All Tuesday Virtual sessions are 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
All Saturday sessions are 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Students will have a 1 hour lunch
This MFR course is designed for students who are motivated, academically disciplined, and technologically proficient with standard computer applications. Students will complete required reading and course lessons online and attend hybrid skill sessions on scheduled days.
COST
$1000.00 (payment plans available)
Includes: Textbooks, BLS CPR card, EMSTesting.com access, and first attempt at the NREMT exam fees
This course has been approved by the Kent County Fire Training Committee for up to $8,500.00 in funding assistance. This is issued as a refund upon successful course completion. You MUST also register in SMOKE for class number 2021-2-41-Q69A-0096 to be eligible to receive this funding. This course is open to all Michigan Firefighters.
TECHNICAL AND COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Students will need regular access to a reliable computer with:
- Recent operating system
- Robust high-speed internet connection
- Current Flash player
- Active email account
Students need to be able to create user accounts, navigate a web-based learning platform, send and receive emails, attach files, and open attachments using common computer applications. Students without solid academic or computer skills are encouraged to consider a traditional classroom format instead.
Computer requirements can be found HERE.
CRIMINAL HISTORY
Students who have poor driving records or have criminal history should consult the coordinator prior to beginning class, as this may preclude you from MDHHS licensure. Students who have been convicted of certain felonies are automatically precluded from certification. Read more about MDHHS licensure rules HERE.
REGISTRATION
Registration is required. Anyone interested in attending should complete the registration form and make the $50 nonrefundable deposit by October 24th, 2020.
Enrollment is limited and will be accepted until the class is filled. (Students will be added to a waiting list and additional sessions may be added.) BDI and the host department reserve the right to cancel any program due to insufficient enrollment, at which time deposit/registration fees would be refunded. Late registration will be accepted at the discretion of the program manager. The remaining balance of $950.00 is due by orientation (10/28/2020). Payment plans are available upon request.
Students who have poor driving records or have criminal history should consult the coordinator prior to beginning class, as this may preclude you from MDHHS licensure. Students who have been convicted of certain felonies are automatically precluded from certification. Read more about MDHHS licensure rules HERE.