Iowa Western Community College

You will complete the online BLS Instructor Essentials course. Once you finish the online portion you will come in and do hands-on where we will go over all the material. Call 712-325-3255 or 712-325-3256 to schedule the in-person hand-on. Then there is being monitored in one of the classes here at IWCC. The cost covers the online, new instructor material, and your card. The American Heart Association is always seeking professionals to conduct training in first aid, CPR, AED, and advanced cardiovascular care. If you are passionate about saving lives, motivated to facilitate learning, feel comfortable in group settings, and find it easy to make complex concepts understandable to others, you may be a perfect candidate. Online course will go to the e-mail that you sign up with. 

HeartCode® BLS Online is a self-directed, comprehensive eLearning program that uses adaptive learning technology to allow learners to acquire and demonstrate Basic Life Support skills using a personalized learning path that adapts in real time to a learner’s performance. The program is designed for healthcare professionals who need Basic Life Support training for their clinical duties. An eLearning link will be sent to your personal e-mail. Call 712-325-3255 or 712-325-3256 to set up your skills. Cost also includes cost of the card.

Iowa Lakes Community College – Spirit Lake Campus
October 28th, 2026-September 29th, 2027
800 21st Street Spirit Lake, Iowa 51360
Wednesdays 0900-1600
Paramedic course enhances the skills of current EMTs or AEMT to become nationally registered paramedics. Along with course work students will complete internship time and a capstone experience to be able to complete the course and sit for National Registry. Students will also gain certification in ACLS, PALS, AMLS, and PHTLS. Basic Life Support (BLS) provider card should be current or needs to be obtained before the start of class. 

Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED (Asthma care video is optional) online is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who needs first aid & CPR AED training and a course completion card for job, regulatory (e.g., OSHA), or other requirements. The course is intended for those involved in childcare who have a duty to respond to illnesses and injuries in children/infant in the first few minutes until professional help arrives. It is also ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared to respond effectively to emergencies at work, home, or in the community. An eLearning link will be sent to your personal e-mail. Please call 712-325-3255 or 712-325-3256. This will be the last class for 2026. New class for 2027 coming soon.

Heartsaver® Total—First Aid CPR AED Online is a self-directed course that provides students with the highest quality training in the lifesaving skills of first aid, CPR, and how to use an AED. The flexibility to complete the cognitive portion of the course at their own pace and location. The Heartsaver Total track is a comprehensive course designed for those requiring training to meet OSHA or other regulatory agency requirements. An eLearning link will be sent to your personal e-mail. call 712-325-3255 or 712-325-3256 to set up skills.

HeartCode® BLS Online is a self-directed, comprehensive eLearning program that uses adaptive learning technology to allow learners to acquire and demonstrate Basic Life Support skills using a personalized learning path that adapts in real time to a learner’s performance. The program is designed for healthcare professionals who need Basic Life Support training for their clinical duties. An eLearning link will be sent to your personal e-mail. Call 712-325-3255 or 712-325-3256 to set up your skills. Cost also includes cost of the card.

Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED (Asthma care video is optional) online is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who needs first aid & CPR AED training and a course completion card for job, regulatory (e.g., OSHA), or other requirements. The course is intended for those involved in childcare who have a duty to respond to illnesses and injuries in children/infant in the first few minutes until professional help arrives. It is also ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared to respond effectively to emergencies at work, home, or in the community. An eLearning link will be sent to your personal e-mail. Please call 712-325-3255 or 712-325-3256. This will be the last class for 2026. New class for 2027 coming soon.

Heartsaver® Total—First Aid CPR AED Online is a self-directed course that provides students with the highest quality training in the lifesaving skills of first aid, CPR, and how to use an AED. The flexibility to complete the cognitive portion of the course at their own pace and location. The Heartsaver Total track is a comprehensive course designed for those requiring training to meet OSHA or other regulatory agency requirements. An eLearning link will be sent to your personal e-mail. call 712-325-3255 or 712-325-3256 to set up skills.

Looft Hall TBD 9am – 4pm. 
This in-person course prepares youth ages 11-16 to safely and confidently care for children and infants. It includes hands-on activities, videos, and discussions to develop essential real-life readiness babysitting skills. The course covers feeding, diapering, picking up and holding, children's safety and emergency response. This course includes CPR certification. Participants receive a 10-year Babysitter's Training certificate upon completion. 

HeartCode® BLS Online is a self-directed, comprehensive eLearning program that uses adaptive learning technology to allow learners to acquire and demonstrate Basic Life Support skills using a personalized learning path that adapts in real time to a learner’s performance. The program is designed for healthcare professionals who need Basic Life Support training for their clinical duties. An eLearning link will be sent to your personal e-mail. Call 712-325-3255 or 712-325-3256 to set up your skills. Cost also includes cost of the card.

HeartCode® BLS Online is a self-directed, comprehensive eLearning program that uses adaptive learning technology to allow learners to acquire and demonstrate Basic Life Support skills using a personalized learning path that adapts in real time to a learner’s performance. The program is designed for healthcare professionals who need Basic Life Support training for their clinical duties. An eLearning link will be sent to your personal e-mail. Call 712-325-3255 or 712-325-3256 to set up your skills. Cost also includes cost of the card.

In-person classes are Monday and Wednesday nights 6:00pm to 10:00pm and will be located at 6 7th Street Woodbine, Iowa 57579. At Ignite Pathways

Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs) provide immediate lifesaving care to critical patients who access the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system. EMRs have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide immediate lifesaving interventions while awaiting additional EMS resources to arrive. EMRs also provide assistance to higher-level personnel at the scene of emergencies and during transport. EMRs are a vital part of the comprehensive EMS response. Under medical oversight, EMRs perform basic interventions with minimal equipment.

Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED (Asthma care video is optional) online is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who needs first aid & CPR AED training and a course completion card for job, regulatory (e.g., OSHA), or other requirements. The course is intended for those involved in childcare who have a duty to respond to illnesses and injuries in children/infant in the first few minutes until professional help arrives. It is also ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared to respond effectively to emergencies at work, home, or in the community. An eLearning link will be sent to your personal e-mail. Please call 712-325-3255 or 712-325-3256. This will be the last class for 2026. New class for 2027 coming soon.

Heartsaver® Total—First Aid CPR AED Online is a self-directed course that provides students with the highest quality training in the lifesaving skills of first aid, CPR, and how to use an AED. The flexibility to complete the cognitive portion of the course at their own pace and location. The Heartsaver Total track is a comprehensive course designed for those requiring training to meet OSHA or other regulatory agency requirements. An eLearning link will be sent to your personal e-mail. call 712-325-3255 or 712-325-3256 to set up skills. This is the las sign up for 2026. New classes for 2027 will be up soon.

HeartCode® BLS Online is a self-directed, comprehensive eLearning program that uses adaptive learning technology to allow learners to acquire and demonstrate Basic Life Support skills using a personalized learning path that adapts in real time to a learner’s performance. The program is designed for healthcare professionals who need Basic Life Support training for their clinical duties. An eLearning link will be sent to your personal e-mail. Call 712-325-3255 or 712-325-3256 to set up your skills. Cost also includes cost of the card. This is the last class for 2026. New classes will be added for 2027 soon.

Looft Hall TBD 9am – 4:30pm. 
This in-person course prepares youth ages 11-16 to safely and confidently care for children and infants. It includes hands-on activities, videos, and discussions to develop essential real-life readiness babysitting skills. The course covers feeding, diapering, picking up and holding, children's safety and emergency response. This course includes CPR certification. Participants receive a 10-year Babysitter's Training certificate upon completion. 

Jan 11th, 2027, to April 29th, 2027
Face to Face class in Ashley Hall Room 0218 
Mondays and Thursdays from 6:00pm-10:00pm.
EMT course emphasizes the development of student skills within a patient assessment-based program, recognition of signs and symptoms regarding illness or injury and proper procedures when rendering emergency care to the sick or injured. Students will also be required to complete 36 hours of field internship and 24 hours of ER internship. Students also need to obtain there BLS provider card before the start of the course. 

Hybrid course from Jan 11th, 2027, to April 29th, 2027
This is a Self-Study course
7 Saturday's a month from 9:00am-4:00pm in Ashley Hall for skills. 
EMT course emphasizes the development of student skills within a patient assessment-based program, recognition of signs and symptoms regarding illness or injury and proper procedures when rendering emergency care to the sick or injured. Students will also be required to complete 36 hours of field internship and 24 hours of ER internship. Students will need to obtain there BLS provider before the start of class. 

Jan14th 2027 to Dec 9th2027
Thursday 09:00-16:00(9am-4pm)
Clarinda Campus – 705 East Washington Street in Opitz Hall.
This Paramedic course enhances the skills of current EMTs or Advanced EMT to become nationally registered paramedics. 
Along with course work students will complete internship time and a capstone experience to be able to complete the course and sit for the National Registry. 
Students will also gain certification in ACLS, PALS, AMLS, and PHTLS.
Students will need to obtain and hold a current Basic Life Support (BLS) provider card if they do not have a current one before the start of class.  

Jan14th 2027 to Dec 9th2027
Thursday 09:00-16:00(9am-4pm)
Ashley Hall 0218This Paramedic course enhances the skills of current EMTs or Advanced EMT to become nationally registered paramedics. 
Along with course work students will complete internship time and a capstone experience to be able to complete the course and sit for the National Registry. 
Students will also gain certification in ACLS, PALS, AMLS, and PHTLS.
Students will need to obtain and hold a current Basic Life Support (BLS) provider card if they do not have a current one before the start of class. 

Class meets every Monday and Thursday from 6:00pm-10:00pm in Ashley Hall 0218
The EMT course emphasizes the development of student skills in patient assessment-based program, recognition of signs and symptoms regarding illness or injury and the proper procedures when rendering emergency care to the sick or injured. Students will be required to complete clinical/field internship.
Students need to get the BLS CPR completed before class.