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Why the IAFC's Fire Officer Curriculum Works for Northern Virginia Fire and Rescue Departments
How do you prepare a state's entire fire and rescue training program for success? Dereck Baker, Division 7 Chief, has found that 98% of students pass their Fire Officer I and II exams using PSG's Fire Officer book and Navigate curriculum, and estimates that 99% of instructors choose to use Navigate because the resources included are very beneficial to students. -
How Navigate Creates an Individualized Learning Experience for Every Student, According to This Program Director
How do you choose which learning styles to cater to with modern Fire students? Ken Koerber, Program Director at NIPSTA, finds that Navigate offers a variety of tools and capabilities that foster a personalized learning experience for each student's learning style and individual needs. -
Crash Responder Safety Week
With this year’s Crash Responder Safety Week upon us, we honor and support all who keep the public roadways safe for travel. -
How to Prepare Your Students for Real-World EMS, According to This Paramedic Program Director
With so much critical information to cover in a paramedic course, how do you ensure your students are prepared for the field? Tim Reitz, longtime Paramedic Program Director, has found that using several different teaching styles and utilizing both a textbook and online resources is the key to a successful teaching and learning experience. -
How the Pandemic is Affecting First Responders' Mental Health
Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, first responders were already facing a disproportionately high number of mental health issues and substance use disorders due to the traumatic nature of their jobs. The introduction of the COVID-19 pandemic compounded this long list of factors. -
Fire Prevention Week: Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety [Infographic]
Each October, Fire Prevention Week highlights the importance of fire safety education in our communities. This year, Fire Prevention Week will take place October 3-9, 2021. -
3 Myths and Facts About The Flipped Classroom in EMS Education
Curious about the EMS flipped classroom, but unsure if it is right for your course? We’re uncovering three common misconceptions to ensure you have the information you need. -
100+ Common Fire Service Acronyms to Help Your Students in the Field
As seasoned fire service professionals know, there are many acronyms and abbreviations used in all aspects of a fire career. To help your students in the field, we have put together a list of 100+ fire service acronyms that can be referenced as they begin to navigate the complex terminology used in the fire service. -
An Interview with Community Risk Reduction Author Beverley Walker
As part of the Jones & Bartlett Learning Public Safety Group Author Interview series, we had the chance to talk with Beverley Walker about her book, Community Risk Reduction: Principles and Practice. -
An Interview with Fire Author Dave Sweet
As part of the Jones & Bartlett Learning Public Safety Group Author Interview series, we had the chance to talk with Dave Sweet about the Revised Second Edition of his book, Vehicle Rescue and Extrication: Principles and Practice.
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Customer Spotlight Q&A: Dr. Mandy Gattis Enhances Her Passion for First Responder Mental Health Through the Mental Health Resilience Officer Course
Dr. Mandy Gattis, Project Coordinator at South Carolina EMS Association, talks about her experience taking the NAEMT Mental Health Resilience Officer course and how it's shaped her expertise and experience in her job.Full story
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Customer Spotlight: St. George Fire Protection District Prepares the Next Generation of EMTs with the PSG EMT Training Solution
Justin Arnone, Chief of Medical Services at St. George Fire Protection District, talks about his organization's success using the PSG EMT 12E training solution and Navigate to train and prepare the next generation of EMTs.Full story
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Recognizing the Symptoms of Hypothermia: What You Need to Know
Hypothermia happens when heat loss occurs faster than heat production and the body’s core temperature falls below 95°F (35°C). One incorrect assumption associated with hypothermia is that it only relates to cold outdoor exposure. Hypothermia can happen any time of year and can even happen indoors on a sunny summer day.Full story
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How to Enhance Your Classroom with the Competency Tracker 2022
Are you providing your students with the latest materials for success? Take a look at some of the most important features in Fisdap's all-new Competency Tracker.Full story
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Medical Director Discusses the Importance of Evidence-Based Content for EMS Recertification
Evidence-based medicine uses the scientific method to organize and apply current data to improve health care decisions. Despite its ubiquitous usage in health care, it is relatively new to prehospital care. Is it time for a change?Full story