Course Catalog

2020 Guideline AHA Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED

Reflecting the latest science and education from the 2020 Guidelines AHA  for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC), the AHA’s HeartSaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED Course provides students the highest quality training in the lifesaving skills of first aid and/or CPR and use of an AED, with emphasis on emergencies that occur with children and infants. These courses empower students to act with confidence in the event of an emergency at work, home, or in the community.

2020 Guideline AHA Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED

Reflecting the latest science and education from the 2020 AHA Guidelines for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC), the AHA’s HeartSaver First Aid CPR AED Courses provide students the highest quality training in the lifesaving skills of first aid and/or CPR and use of an AED. These courses empower students to act with confidence in the event of an emergency at work, home, or in the community.

2020 Guidelines AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Instructor Course

The Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Instructor Essentials Course is an intensive course for instructor candidates who have already successfully completed the ACLS Provider Course. The role and scope of practice of healthcare providers can vary greatly, so there are no profession-specific guidelines for becoming an AHA Instructor in a specific discipline. Instructor candidates should exemplify integrity, demonstrate strong ethics, communicate clearly, and model a dedication to quality of training.

2020 Guidelines AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Provider Course

ACLS Provider Course is designed for healthcare providers who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies. Through instruction and active participation in simulated cases, students will enhance their skills in the recognition and intervention of cardiopulmonary arrest, post-cardiac arrest care, acute arrhythmia, stroke, and acute coronary syndromes (ACS).

2020 Guidelines AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)

The goal of the 2020 Guidelines AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) course is to train participants to save the lives of victims in cardiac arrest through high-quality CPR. 

2020 Guidelines AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor Course

The BLS Instructor Essentials Course is an intensive course for instructor candidates who have already successfully completed the BLS Provider Course. The role and scope of practice of healthcare providers can vary greatly, so there are no profession-specific guidelines for becoming an AHA Instructor in a specific discipline. Instructor candidates should exemplify integrity, demonstrate strong ethics, communicate clearly, and model a dedication to quality of training.

2020 Guidelines AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Instructor Course

The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Instructor Essentials Course is an intensive course for instructor candidates who have already successfully completed the PALS Provider Course. The role and scope of practice of healthcare providers can vary greatly, so there are no profession-specific guidelines for becoming an AHA Instructor in a specific discipline. Instructor candidates should exemplify integrity, demonstrate strong ethics, communicate clearly, and model a dedication to quality of training. 

2020 Guidelines AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider Course

The goal of the PALS Provider Course is to improve outcomes for pediatric patients by preparing healthcare providers to effectively recognize and intervene in patients with respiratory emergencies, shock, and cardiopulmonary arrest by using high-performance team dynamics and high-quality individual skills. This course uses precourse preparation, didactic instruction, and active participation in learning stations and simulated cases.

Basic ECG Rhythm Interpretation

the use of ECG monitoring is a collaborative effort. This course teaches electrocardiography, which includes understanding cardiac anatomy and physiology, the components of the cardiac cycle, and basic heart rhythms.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - August Online Training

A Nursing Assistant competency evaluation program provides specific standards for Nursing Assistant related knowledge and skills. The purpose of a Nursing Assistant competency evaluation program is to ensure that candidates who are seeking to be Nursing Assistants understand these standards and can competently and safely perform the job of an entry-level Nursing Assistant.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - December Online Training

A Nursing Assistant competency evaluation program provides specific standards for Nursing Assistant related knowledge and skills. The purpose of a Nursing Assistant competency evaluation program is to ensure that candidates who are seeking to be Nursing Assistants understand these standards and can competently and safely perform the job of an entry-level Nursing Assistant.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - November Online Training

A Nursing Assistant competency evaluation program provides specific standards for Nursing Assistant related knowledge and skills. The purpose of a Nursing Assistant competency evaluation program is to ensure that candidates who are seeking to be Nursing Assistants understand these standards and can competently and safely perform the job of an entry-level Nursing Assistant.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - October Online Training

A Nursing Assistant competency evaluation program provides specific standards for Nursing Assistant related knowledge and skills. The purpose of a Nursing Assistant competency evaluation program is to ensure that candidates who are seeking to be Nursing Assistants understand these standards and can competently and safely perform the job of an entry-level Nursing Assistant.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - September Online Training

A Nursing Assistant competency evaluation program provides specific standards for Nursing Assistant related knowledge and skills. The purpose of a Nursing Assistant competency evaluation program is to ensure that candidates who are seeking to be Nursing Assistants understand these standards and can competently and safely perform the job of an entry-level Nursing Assistant.

Community Health Worker (CHW)

The roles of Community Health Workers are tailored to the communities that they serve. Generally, CHWs promote access to services, provide health education, support care delivery, and promote advocacy. Since CHWs are typically community members, they have strong community connections and greater opportunities to build relationships and extend the reach of healthcare services. Research consistently demonstrates that CHWs increase care outcomes and quality of care in rural populations. The training and retention of CHWs is essential for improving healthcare for rural Montanans.  

Comprehensive Advanced Life Support (CALS)

Comprehensive Advanced Life Support (CALS) provides a variety of educational resources designed specifically for rural health care teams to meet their emergency medical training needs. Through its core Provider Course and its additional learning labs and modules, CALS teaches an effective approach to the care of critically ill/injured patients manifesting a wide range of emergencies including trauma, cardiac, strokes, pediatric, OB, neonatal, airway compromise, and sepsis. The course is most typically taught in the rural or remote facility, where resources are limited. More than 96% of participants report that taking the CALS course enhanced their skills, confidence and teamwork abilities, leaving them better prepared to treat critically ill or injured patients.

Comprehensive Advanced Life Support (CALS) - Hosted by Clark Fork Valley Hospital (Plains, MT)

Comprehensive Advanced Life Support (CALS) provides a variety of educational resources designed specifically for rural health care teams to meet their emergency medical training needs. Through its core Provider Course and its additional learning labs and modules, CALS teaches an effective approach to the care of critically ill/injured patients manifesting a wide range of emergencies including trauma, cardiac, strokes, pediatric, OB, neonatal, airway compromise, and sepsis. The course is most typically taught in the rural or remote facility, where resources are limited. More than 96% of participants report that taking the CALS course enhanced their skills, confidence and teamwork abilities, leaving them better prepared to treat critically ill or injured patients.

Comprehensive Advanced Life Support (CALS) - Hosted by Northeast Montana STAT Air Ambulance Cooperative (Glasgow, MT)

Comprehensive Advanced Life Support (CALS) provides a variety of educational resources designed specifically for rural health care teams to meet their emergency medical training needs. Through its core Provider Course and its additional learning labs and modules, CALS teaches an effective approach to the care of critically ill/injured patients manifesting a wide range of emergencies including trauma, cardiac, strokes, pediatric, OB, neonatal, airway compromise, and sepsis. The course is most typically taught in the rural or remote facility, where resources are limited. More than 96% of participants report that taking the CALS course enhanced their skills, confidence and teamwork abilities, leaving them better prepared to treat critically ill or injured patients.

Comprehensive Advanced Life Support (CALS) - Hosted by Prairie County Hospital District (Terry, MT)

Comprehensive Advanced Life Support (CALS) provides a variety of educational resources designed specifically for rural health care teams to meet their emergency medical training needs. Through its core Provider Course and its additional learning labs and modules, CALS teaches an effective approach to the care of critically ill/injured patients manifesting a wide range of emergencies including trauma, cardiac, strokes, pediatric, OB, neonatal, airway compromise, and sepsis. The course is most typically taught in the rural or remote facility, where resources are limited. More than 96% of participants report that taking the CALS course enhanced their skills, confidence and teamwork abilities, leaving them better prepared to treat critically ill or injured patients.

Covid-19 Training - FREE Webinars

The impact of the coronavirus disease, COVID-19, is being felt all over the world. With lots of information being rolled out, it’s important to receive and share accurate information. Arch Pro Coding takes pride in delivering the most pertinent, correct, and up-to-date information possible on documentation, coding, and billing. They have partnered with many experts and will continue to release these videos as new information arises. Stay tuned for our next webinar Facilitating HIPAA Compliance During the COVID 19 Pandemic. This video/webinar is free to everyone so please feel free to share. If you have questions or concerns please contact Arch Pro Coding at 404-937-6633 or email at info@ArchProCoding.com

EMS Education:

Montana Health Network Provides initial EMT Courses, EMT Endorsement Training, Continuing Education & EMT Refresher Courses

ENPC-Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course

ENPC, 6th Edition, is now available! Instructors are prepping to begin teaching ENPC, 6th Edition, with the new provider manual that is patient-presentation based, focusing on recognizing normal and abnormal findings and appropriate interventions. Here are a few highlights of the changes: The addition of "The Child with a Rash" and "The Child with Special Health Care Needs"The reintroduction of a chapter on trauma, "The Child with an Injury""The Child in Need of Stabilization" will include resuscitation and critically ill presentationsENPC, 6th Edition, courses will be added as they become available to the course listings.The course is designed to provide the core-level pediatric knowledge and skills needed to properly assess and implement evidence-based interventions to improve outcomes for this high-risk patient population.Earn 18.25 CNE hours

Fundamentals of Behavioral Health

The purpose of the Fundamentals of Behavioral Health Course is to improve the quality of care. The Montana Fundamentals of Behavioral Health (FBH) training provides the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and respond to behavioral health issues and mental health disorders. This includes adapting to unpredictable situations that may be encountered and responding to angry and/or aggressive behavior. Online course consists of six self-paced units delivered over 8 weeks.

Interfacility Monthly CNA Professional Development Courses

Montana Health Network introduces an exciting educational opportunity to ease your monthly CNA training responsibilities. Enrolled students gain exclusive access to CNA professional development modules on the CareLearning educational platform. Our Nurse Educators at MHN will assign monthly modules, followed by group discussions where participants, comprising CNAs from various Eastern Montana facilities, exchange insights. This unique forum encourages interaction among CNAs, fostering the sharing of ideas on effective practices within different facilities.

Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB®)

Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB®) is an in-person training with a variety of session options, including a 4-hour, 8-hour or two-day course option.  

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

Mental Health First Aid USA is an 8-hour training to teach participants how to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it helps trainees identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders.

Naloxone Master Trainer

The Naloxone Master Trainer course is presented by Best Practice Medicine and hosted at Montana Health Network. Completion of the Naloxone Master Trainer program authorizes individuals to conduct Naloxone Training for those eligible for liability protections when administering Naloxone to a suspected opiate overdose in Montana under the 2017 Help Save Lives from Overdose Act (HB333).  

Nurse Preceptor Modules

“Preceptors live at the intersections of education and practice and of the present and the future. They practice at the point where theoretical learning meets reality and where the gap between current and needed knowledge and expertise gets filled. Preceptors are the essential link between what nurses are taught and what they do, and between what nurses know and what they need to know. Having competent preceptors is critical to educating nursing students, transitioning new graduate nurses to the professional nursing role, and transitioning experienced nurses to new roles and specialties” (Ulrich, 2012, p. xxv). The purpose of the MT Center for Health through Nursing (MT CAHN), Academic Progression in Nursing (APIN) Preceptor Modules is to prepare preceptors to effectively support the development of students and new nurses in their academic progression within the profession. 

PEARS-Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization Course

This one-day American Heart Association course is ideal for prehospital providers, in-hospital healthcare providers outside of critical and emergency care areas, and outpatient clinic staff

Rural Nurse Residency

The role of the rural nurse is complex; caring for patients across the age continuum with varying health conditions and often fulfilling the role of multiple healthcare professionals all while making split second decisions. The majority of academic preparation for nurses takes place in an urban setting. The new graduate does not get a glimmer of practice in a rural setting. With the literature demonstrating nurse graduates are not fully prepared for the role of a professional nurse, how can we expect new graduates to take on the challenge of a rural setting? The Rural Nurse Residency Program utilizes the strength of a network of Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) to supply the human resources for the program. Having a cohort through the Rural Nurse Residency Program, gives the nurse graduate a decreased sense of isolation. Rural facility recruitment may not require the hiring of a nurse graduate yearly, through participation in a Rural Nurse Residency, a cohort of nurse graduates have the benefit of participating in a larger group while being the only nurse graduate hired by their facility.

Safe Sitter ®

Safe Sitter® began because of a tragedy: the accidental death of a nurse’s young child while in the care of an adult babysitter.Patricia A. Keener, M.D. recognized the vulnerability of young children when cared for by unprepared providers, so she created a program to teach young teens how to be better, safer babysitters. For more than 35 years, Safe Sitter® has been a leader in providing life skills, safety skills, and child care training for youth. Now a national nonprofit organization with over 900 Registered Providers in all 50 states, Safe Sitter® continues to help build safer communities by providing youth with the skills they need to be safe while home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting.Offer Safe Sitter® classes in your community! Safe Sitter® is a turn-key program that is easy to add to your existing offerings, and the medically accurate course content follows guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association.

Setting Others for Success!

The workshop is designed for those who work in support positions in any industry. Business professionals and team members of all levels, back office support teams and front line support teams will benefit from this course.

Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)

Every second counts when stabilizing life-threatening trauma cases. This course, taught by qualified emergency nurses, prepares you with the knowledge, critical thinking skills and hands-on training needed to provide high-quality, trauma nursing care. After completing this course, you will be able to properly assess and implement evidence-based interventions to improve outcomes for your patients.Here’s a glimpse into what you’ll learn:The latest trauma nursing practice recommendations Systematic assessment and application of careRapid identification of life-threatening injuries

Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP)

Like many areas across the country, rural and critical access hospitals in eastern Montana faced a shortage of registered nurses (RNs). Montana Health Network (MHN) implemented a program to recruit nursing students to work at rural hospitals as Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP), with the hope that these students will return to the hospitals after graduation. The program offered a loan forgiveness program to RN students who returned to an MHN member hospital and worked for at least two years after graduating from nursing school. The program started in 2009. In 2005, the Montana Board of Nursing adopted rules that allow nursing students to be employed as Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAPs). 

Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA)

Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. This 6-hour training gives adults who work with youth the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to children and adolescents (ages 6-18) who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care.