Preparations for Class Start Next Week

Candidates - 

We have 12 candidates and great instructor crew assembled and are looking forward to a great class.  

In preparation for the start of class next week, I'd like to point out/reiterate a few items to focus on: 

- As you know, our first class is next Tuesday, Aug. 15.  We'll start class at 6PM, but I'd advise you show up a 15 mins or so early to take care of some paperwork, get to know a few folks, and get settled. Location specifics/directions on the blog. 

- As you saw in the "Class Materials" section of the blog, be sure you have read the initial chapters in the book, and in particular, it's very important to spend some extra time to read and fully digest the "Guide to Assessment".   Assessment is a foundation of medical treatment, and is critical to have down 100% so that you can determine and direct appropriate treatment.  We spend the first class sessions on this important skill, and it's important that you arrive at class with this well studied so that we can hit the ground running.

- As you also saw in the blog, our class is driven in large part by scenarios - simulated situations where you'll be applying the skills you're learning in class.  With this approach, you'll get dirty - spending time on the floor, with moulage, etc.  As such, it's best to wear old clothes that you're comfortable exposing to such situations. 

- Finally, we have a set of supplies you'll be receiving Tuesday. Bring something to carry it all in such as what's described in the blog, i.e. backpack good; shopping bag not. 

Looking forward to having you all in class this year.  Shoot me a note with any questions you may have,
Bill

OEC SouthBay 2017 Open for Registration

At long last, our schedule and logistics issues are resolved.  The up-to-date Syllabus, Location, and other relevant info are posted on the tabs above.  Registration is via Eventbrite here.

As in past years, we'll need a minimum of 10 candidates to run the class, maximum 15.  Given the initial interest, we shouldn't have any issues filling this year's class up.

Looking forward to seeing you all in class.

OEC Southbay 2017

Plans for the OEC Southbay 2017 course are underway.  We'll have more detail in the May late June timeframe.  If you're interested in the course, shoot me a note and I'll put you down on the "interested" list & we'll reconnect in May to begin the registration process.

In the meantime, get out and enjoy the great snow this year.

Big Congratulations Candidates on Your Final Exam Success!

Big congratulations on success in your final exam this weekend.  100% pass, many perfect scores, and broad accolades from the examiners.  I'm confident you'll go on to be great patrollers!

I've added a few pics to the class photo album here:  https://goo.gl/photos/zosAhJevmCaVNLkK9

See you all at the party on Tuesday!

Final Exam Protocol - Candidate Version

Candidates - Here is the protocol for the final exam.  Download & read.

We'll go over in class on Thursday.

Link to document here.

Practical Final Exam Tips

Awesome Mass Casualty Night 2016!

Huge thanks to the volunteers and patrollers who did a super job acting it up for tonight's event.  You made it a great event & learning experience for the candidates.  Pictures from the event here  (with thanks to all those who sent in pics).  Go to the bottom of the album for tonight's pics.  Samples below. Thanks again!