This course was created with healthcare professionals in mind. Basic Life Support (BLS) skills are applicable to any healthcare setting. This hands-on learning program is based on the American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines.
Course Content:
This half-day course is $40, which includes the BLS Provider Manual (contains BLS reference card) and BLS certification card that is valid for 2 years.
*The BLS for Healthcare Professionals course is for healthcare professionals only.
If you want to be prepared in the event of an emergency, this course is for you. By taking this course, you will learn the critical skills needed to respond to and manage an emergency until medical services arrive. This is hands-on program is based on the American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines.
Course Content:
This full-day course is $60, which includes the Heartsaver First Aid, CPR & AED student workbook and certification card that is valid for two years.
Learn how to perform high-quality CPR, first aid, and proper Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) use specific to infants and children. The Heartsaver Pediatric course is beneficial to anyone who cares for children, whether that’s part of your job description, or just occasionally hanging out with young kids at family gatherings. This hands-on learning program is based on the American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines.
Course Content:
This full-day course is $60, which includes the Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED Student Workbook and CPR certification card that is valid for 2 years.
IPC FHN is one of just 5 Satellite Education Centers for the Illinois Poison Center. As a Satellite Education Center, IPC FHN provides many hours of poison prevention training and support throughout northwest Illinois. Poison prevention materials and poison prevention programming are available at no charge for community groups and schools.
For more information, call us at 1-877-6000-FHN (1-877-600-0346) ext. 901.
Stop the Bleed, a nationally-recognized program, is designed to teach non-medical people, the everyday members of the community, the importance of stopping hemorrhage. In addition, it teaches the skills necessary to control and if possible, stop bleeding in people with traumatic injuries. The goal of this training is to provide an immediate response to bleeding when trained responders or a first aid kit is not available.
Course Content:
This 2-hour course is $25, which includes a Stop the Bleed kit with a tourniquet, bleeding control supplies, gloves, and instructions.
This is a 1-day class designed to prepare students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The Instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. Students even get to use manikins to practice rescue skills like choking rescue and CPR. This course adds basic CPR practice but does NOT lead to certification.
Course Content:
This full-day course is $50.00 which includes the Safe Sitter Essentials Student Handbook and completion card.
One of the many decisions parents need to make as they prepare for the birth of their baby is whether to breastfeed or bottle-feed. This class will be helpful to those parents who have already decided to breastfeed their baby or need to know more about breastfeeding in order to make a decision.
The single-session breastfeeding class is held the first Tuesday of every other month from 7–9 p.m. Although the session is free, registration is required to insure we have adequate materials. No referral is needed.
Register online, or for more information call the FHN Family Birthing Center at 815-599-6221.
The FHN and Stephenson County Health Department Prenatal Classes are presented by Doulas as well as OB Registered Nurses. These classes provide information about pregnancy, labor, delivery, cesarean section, and postpartum recovery.
Please note: One element of the training will focus on relaxation, breathing techniques, comfort measures, and aromatherapy. We do not teach Lamaze or Bradley methods.
Para acomodar a las familias de habla hispana, agregaremos 3 clases prenatales para 2024. 5 de marzo, 4 de junio, y 5 de noviembre de 4:00 p.m. a 7:30 p.m. en el comedor de conferencias en el nivel inferior de Hospital Conmemorativo de Freeport.
Impartidas por la enfermera obstetra registrada Juana Peñaloza, estas clases brindan información sobre el embarazo, el trabajo de parto, el parto, la cesárea y la recuperación posparto.
Regístrate aquí. Llame al 815-599-6221 o hable con su proveedor de obstetricia para obtener más información.
The Sibling Class provides an opportunity for brothers and sisters awaiting a new baby in the family to learn about what to expect when the new baby arrives. The free class video presentation includes a tour of the FHN Family Birthing Center, viewing a real baby, learning how to hold a baby, and ways to help Mom.
You can watch the video at any time. No referral is needed; call 815-599-6221 for more information.
Sports Injury Reduction: This program provides information to enhance athletic performance and reduce the risk of sports injury.
Individual Training for Athletes: This program provides custom training programs for athletes. The personalized training program begins by assessing the athlete for prior injuries. The trainer then leads the athlete through specific exercises and provides a workout plan to help achieve specific athletic goals, along with education on proper exercise technique and body mechanics.
The cost of these programs varies; no referral is needed. For more information, contact FHN Sports Medicine at 815-599-6340.
The Diabetes Education Program teaches diabetes patients the skills they need to manage their disease. Education is provided in a variety of ways including individual appointments and group sessions. The group classes and one-on-one appointments are taught by a diabetic educator and registered nurse.
Our comprehensive Basics program provides well-rounded information to help patients achieve and maintain optimal blood glucose control. Topics discussed include nutrition, exercise, blood glucose testing, diabetes-related complications, wellness, and overall self-management skills.
A healthcare provider’s referral is necessary for this program, and there is a cost to attend. Diabetes education may be covered by private health insurance, and Medicare Part B covers this program. For more information, contact Diabetes Program Coordinator Megan Christensen, MSN, RN, CNL at 815-599-6253 or email mchristensen@fhn.org.
MNT is not about dieting. Instead, it's about managing your disease through a healthy approach to your eating habits and lifestyle. Available through FHN, Medicare Part B covers nutrition services provided by registered dietitians, a nutrition expert on disease management.
A healthcare provider’s referral is necessary for this program, and there is a cost to attend. Diabetes education may be covered by private health insurance, and Medicare Part B covers this program. For more information, contact Diabetes Program Coordinator Megan Christensen, MSN, RN, CNL at 815-599-6253 or email mchristensen@fhn.org.
Other services include insulin pump therapy, blood glucose testing, insulin instruction, and continuous blood glucose sensor monitoring. A healthcare provider's referral is necessary for these programs. For more information, contact Diabetes Program Coordinator Megan Christensen, MSN, RN, CNL at 815-599-6253 or email mchristensen@fhn.org.
FHN also offers this diabetes program free of charge. This program is not as comprehensive as Diabetes Self-Management Training, and is open to the community, with no referral needed.
The pre-diabetes program Small Steps Big Rewards is a national pre-diabetes education program presented jointly by the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This two-hour class helps individuals at risk for type 2 diabetes take the first step toward preventing diabetes and living a longer, healthier life. You should attend if you have one or more of these diabetes risk factors:
For more information, contact Diabetes Program Coordinator Megan Christensen, MSN, RN, CNL at 815-599-6253.
A 12-week online health and wellness program designed to promote healthy eating and a healthy, fit lifestyle.
Find out more and register at fhn.org/getfit.
Health and feeling good are important factors in children's ability to live up to their potential. FHN's school health programs provide students with tools they need to grow up to be productive, responsible ,and intelligent adults. The programs are informative, fun, and best of all - FREE! Teachers, please contact us at 1-877-600-0346 ext. 901 about how to make these classes part of your school-year curriculum.
Kindergarten
Grades 1 - 4
Grades 5 - 6
The FHN Speakers' Bureau coordinates presentations for FHN healthcare providers and team members to talk with local organizations and share our expertise so that people in the community can become healthier and better-informed healthcare consumers. We can match a speaker to your needs. This service is free. For more information, call FHN Community Services at 815-599-7437 or email jroach@fhn.org.
