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43rd Annual
2018
VAVRS Rescue College
Virginia, Tech
June 8—June 17, 2018
Come
Join
the
Adventure...
The VAVRS would like to acknowledge the following for their support of the 2017
Rescue College. It is through the generous support of individuals, agencies and
corporations listed below that enable us to provide Rescue College free to our
members.
2018
The VAVRS would like to thank our college staff and faculty, each of whom are
top instructors in their given field of rescue training. We are grateful for their time
and talents and thank each of them for making this educational opportunity for our
members an outstanding learning experience.
RESCUE COLLEGE 2017 DONATIONS & SERVICE FACILITIES
The Pepsi Bottling Group David Brumfield, D&M Used Parts
All Call Towing Shelor Motor Mile
Office of Emergency Medical Services Total Car Care, Derrick Lancaster
Virginia Tech Athletic Department Floyd Childress, Childress Farm
Lester Karlin Tom Gabbard
Mike Goforth Casey Underwood & Crew Lt. John Noel and Virginia State Police
SSA R. Clay Overholt and Virginia State Police
Chief Bobby Carner and Blacksburg Fire Department
Long Shop McCoy Fire/Rescue
Chief Dave English and Blacksburg Volunteer Rescue Squad
Chief Joe Coyle and Christiansburg Rescue Squad
Chippenham & Johnston-Willis Hospitals, with Assistance from Brad Taylor
2017 Rescue College Instructor Staff for all of the VAVRS Programs Taught
THE 2018 RESCUE COLLEGE COMMITTEE
Wayne Myers, Chair
John Craig Curtis Crawford Alfred Smith
Steve Southworth Jimmy Rice Kelly Walters
Kathy Eubank
2018 VAVRS President Scott Davis
2018 AVAVRS President Ailease Short
2018 VAJVRS President Adarah Williams
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To all potential Rescue College participants:
The 2018 Rescue College Committee wants to help you understand our brochure since in the past we have
had opportunities arise that we hope can be addressed in this letter.
We have divided this year’s brochure into several sections:
EMS programs for EMS Certification Levels
Management Programs
Technical Rescue Programs
Youth Rescue Programs
Instructor Programs
We want you to take as many programs as you wish; however, when registering, please make sure that your
courses do not conflict in begin and end dates.
Some programs require special PPE so please look at the beginning of the Technical Programs or within the
descriptions to verify the need for those items.
If there are book fees or specialty fees, we have attempted to provide those within the course description.
Please note with your class acceptance letter from the instructor, we will try to verify the cost of the books
since they can change after the printing of this brochure.
Some of the Technical Rescue Programs require that you have other certifications before taking them and we
have noted those requirements within the course description. If a course requires you to hold another
certification you MUST mail a copy of it with your registration. If it is not submitted with your registration, your
registration will be returned as incomplete.
All VAVRS Instructor programs require that you hold either instructor certification with:
Virginia Department of Fire Programs, Virginia Office of EMS, Virginia Department of Criminal Justice
System, Accredited Instructor Certifications or you will be required to take METHODS OF INSTRUCTION.
This course is offered twice a year: at the VAVRS Spring BOG and at the annual Rescue College. In the
course description you will find the dates of the Spring BOG and the annual Rescue College. If you currently
hold any of the instructor certifications you MUST submit that documentation with your registration. If it is not
submitted, your registration will be returned as incomplete.
The VAVRS Instructor programs require that you hold basic certification and take a pretest on which you must
score an 80 to successfully qualify for the program. These pretests are available by contacting the VAVRS
State Office who will supply you with the contact information for the Course Coordinators and/or Instructor
Trainers who will administer them. You will need to make arrangements to take the pretest (s) prior to the
deadline of Monday, March 26, 2018. Please note the pretests are good for two Rescue Colleges.
If you have any questions please contact the VAVRS Office at:
800 833 0602
804 749 8191
vavrs@vavrs.com
They will be glad to assist you.
We look forward to seeing you at the 2018 Rescue College.
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CONTENTS:
Lodging Information page 4
Registration & Schedule of Events page 4
College Deadlines page 5
EMS Programs page 6
Management Programs page 10
Technical Rescue Programs page 12
Youth Rescue Programs page 16
Instructor Programs page 17
Registration Procedures page 20
Registration Form page 21
THE VAVRS STATE RESCUE COLLEGE
is held annually to offer basic and instructor level training programs.
State Rescue College provides training that enables providers to become
better qualified in the many phases of basic and specialized rescue
services statewide.
OUR GOAL
is to increase the level of patient care provided statewide. By
successfully training candidates who exhibit advanced knowledge and
leadership skills in a particular VAVRS course to become qualified
instructors, we increase the basic and advanced levels of emergency
service provided statewide. Specialized education in these areas will
assist our members in their effort to become well-rounded and productive
members of their rescue organization. The VAVRS is committed to
providing a variety of exceptional training programs; from EMT
recertification to Operational Medical Director Training to Management
programs and Technical Rescue training utilizing the most current
training course outlines available.
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LODGING INFORMATION
Discount room rates have been secured at the conference headquarters, The Inn at Virginia Tech Skelton Conference
Center, for all participants needing housing during college. When making your room reservations, you must state that
you are attending the VAVRS Rescue College to receive the discounted room rate. You must CALL the Inn at Virginia
Tech and Skelton Conference Center direct to make your room reservations. (Sorry - Discount room rate is NOT AVAILABLE
with on line reservations.)
To make your reservations call the Conference Headquarters:
The Inn at Virginia Tech Skelton Conference Center
901 Prices Fork Rd
Blacksburg, Virginia 24061
540-231-8000
Special Discounted Room rate is $99.00 + 5.3% tax per night (Virginia State Sales tax is subject to change
without prior notification). Students are responsible for their own housing reservations. You are advised to make your
reservations early as rooms will sell out. Affordable breakfast, lunch buffets, dinner specials and entertainment will be
available daily at the hotel restaurant and sports lounge. Reservation cut-off date is Monday May 7, 2018.
Additional Lodging: Hilton Garden Inn, 900 Plantation Rd, Blacksburg, VA 24060 540-552-5505
Group Code VAVRS reservation deadline 5/4/2018 - $108.00 plus applicable taxes
Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 1020 Plantation Rd., Blacksburg, VA 24060 540-552-5636
(located 1/2 block from The Inn)
Courtyard Marriott, 105 S. Park Dr., Blacksburg, VA 24060 540-552-5222
(located 1 mile from The Inn)
Hyatt Place Blacksburg/University 650 University Blvd, Blacksburg, VA 24060 540-552-7500
Hotel rates/tax comparable to The Inn; early registration is recommended.
REGISTRATION & SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
All students are required to pick up their registration packet prior to attending any classes. The registration booth will
be located in the lobby area of the Conference Center.
Registration Booth Hours:
Day Date Times
Saturday 6-09-2018 7:00 am - 9:00 am 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Sunday 6-10-2018 7:00 am - 9:00 am 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday 6-11-2018 7:00 am - 9:00 am 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 6-12-2018 7:00 am - 9:00 am 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 6-13-2018 7:00 am - 9:00 am 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Thursday 6-14-2018 7:00 am - 9:00 am 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Friday 6-15-2018 7:00 am - 9:00 am 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Saturday 6-16-2018 7:00 am - 9:00 am
Friday, June 15, 2018, 6:00 p.m. - Cook Out
All classrooms and practical sessions are for enrolled students only.
NO ONE OTHER THAN REGISTERED Students WILL BE ALLOWED IN CLASSROOMS OR IN PRACTICAL
TRAINING AREAS.
* VAVRS APPAREL WILL BE ON SALE AT THE REGISTRATION DESK *
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COLLEGE DEADLINE DATES
INSTRUCTOR PRETEST DEADLINE
MONDAY, MARCH 26, 2018
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
MONDAY, APRIL 2, 2018
CANCELLATION DEADLINE
MONDAY, APRIL 9, 2018
PLEASE NOTE:
Registration Fee:
Administrative Fee of $50 for VAVRS members
●● Non member Administrative fee
*IF YOU are taking ACLS, AMLS, GEMS, PALS, PEPP, PHTLS, TACTICAL MEDIC there is an fee $400 for the 1st class and $350 for each
additional class
* IF YOU are taking a VAVRS one day class there is a fee of $200, a two day class is $250 and additional class or classes would be $250 each
NOT REFUNDABLE FOR ANY REASON AFTER 5/21/2018.
You may submit the fee by one of the following credit or debit card, money order, cashier check.
CLASSES LIMITED:
In order to reserve a space in the class or classes you wish to take, register EARLY.
2018
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EMS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
FOR EMR, EMT, AEMT, Intermediate, Paramedic
EMS-000 CATEGORY 1 CEU HOURS FOR EMR, EMT, AEMT, Intermediate, Paramedic Instructor(s): TBD
This course will provide all 16 hours of Category 1 required topics for the purpose of re-certification for ALL providers.
AGES: 16 and up
Course # Day Date Time Category Area BLS Area ALS Speaker
EMS-001-1 Sat 6/9/2018 8:00 am to 9:00 am Airway 11 16
EMS-001-2 9:10 am to 10:10 am Cardiovascular 12 17
EMS-001-3 10:20 am to 11:20 am Trauma 13 18
EMS-001-4 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Medical 14 19
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm LUNCH
EMS-001-5 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm Operations 15 20
EMS-001-6 2:40 pm to 3:40 pm Airway 11 16
EMS-001-7 3:50 pm to 4:50 pm Cardiovascular 12 17
EMS-001-8 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm Trauma 13 18
EMS-001-9 Sun 6/10/2018 8:00 am to 9:00 am Airway 11 16
EMS-001-10 9:10 am to 10:10 am Cardiovascular 12 17
EMS-001-11 10:20 am to 11:20 am Trauma 13 18
EMS-001-12 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Medical 14 19
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm LUNCH
EMS-001-13 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm Operations 15 20
EMS-001-14 2:40 pm to 3:40 pm Medical 14 19
EMS-001-15 3:50 pm to 4:50 pm Cardiovascular 12 17
EMS-001-16 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm Operations 15 20
EMS-001 PREHOSPITAL TRAUMA LIFE SUPPORT—PHTLS Instructor(s): Stuart Davis EMS & Rescue Education Specialists
Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) courses are nationally recognized continuing education programs for prehospital
emergency health care professionals that bring the care of the trauma patient into a single focus.
PHTLS courses provide a prehospital trauma care philosophy, stressing the need to treat the multisystem trauma patient as a unique
entity with specific needs. This may require an approach to the trauma patient that varies from traditional treatment modalities.
PHTLS courses are based on the Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), a course for physicians developed by the American
College of Surgeons-Committee on Trauma. More importantly, PHTLS courses follow the principles of care of trauma patients as
developed by the Committee on Trauma . MAXIMUM of 25. Textbook is required for class, information will be sent with
acceptance letter. CLASS IS FOR BLS AND ALS PROVIDERS, NURSES OR EQUIVALENT.
CEU’S OFFERED FOR EMR, EMT, AEMT, Intermediate, Paramedic
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 12
Age 16 and up: if 16-18 MUST have letter of recommendation from agency
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 13
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EMS EMS
EDUCATIONAL
EDUCATIONAL
PROGRAMS
PROGRAMS
FOR
FOR
EMR,
EMT-B;
EMT,EMT-E;
AEMT, EMT-I;
Intermediate,
EMT-P Paramedic
EMS-002 ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT-ACLS Instructor(s): Stuart Davis EMS & Rescue Education Specialists
The AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support course is totally redesigned for healthcare providers who either direct or participate in
the resuscitation of a patient, whether in or out of hospital. Through the ACLS course, providers will enhance their skills in the
treatment of the adult victim of a cardiac arrest or other cardiopulmonary emergencies. ACLS emphasizes the importance of basic life
support CPR to patient survival; the integration of effective basic life support with advanced cardiovascular life support interventions;
and the importance of effective team interaction and communication during resuscitation. ACLS is based on simulated clinical
scenarios that encourage active, hands-on participation through learning stations where students will practice essential skills
individually, as part of a team and as team leader. Realistic simulations reinforce the following key concepts: proficiency in basic life
support care, recognizing and initiating early management of pre-arrest conditions; managing cardiac arrest, identifying and treating
ischemic chest pain and acute coronary syndromes, recognizing other life-threatening clinical situations (such as stroke) and providing
initial care, ACLS algorithms, and effective resuscitation team dynamics. ACLS is appropriate for paramedics, pediatricians, house
staff, physicians, respiratory therapists. MAXIMUM of 25. Textbook is required for class, information will be sent with
acceptance letter. CLASS IS FOR INTERMEDIATE, PARAMEDIC OR NURSING EQUIVALENT.
CEU’S OFFERED FOR Intermediate, Paramedic
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday, June 10
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday, June 11 AGES: 18 and up
EMS-003 PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT - PALS Instructor(s): Stuart Davis EMS & Rescue Education Specialists
The goal of the PALS course is to provide the student with: Information needed to recognize infants and children at risk for
cardiopulmonary arrest, information and strategies needed to prevent cardiopulmonary arrest in infants and children and the
cognitive and psychomotor skills needed to resuscitate and stabilize infants and children in respiratory failure, shock or
cardiopulmonary arrest. PALS is based on simulated clinical scenarios that encourage active, hands-on participation through learning
stations where students will practice essential skills individually, as part of a team, and as a team leader. Realistic simulations
reinforce the following key concepts: proficiency in basic life support care, recognizing and initiating early management of pre-arrest
conditions, managing cardiac arrest, recognizing other life-threatening clinical situations (such as respiratory distress) and providing
initial care, PALS algorithms, and effective resuscitation team dynamics. PALS is appropriate for paramedics, pediatricians, house
staff, physicians, respiratory therapists. MAXIMUM of 25. Textbook is required for class, information will be sent with
acceptance letter. CLASS IS FOR INTERMEDIATE, PARAMEDIC OR NURSING EQUIVALENT.
CEU’S OFFERED FOR Intermediate, Paramedic
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Friday, June 8
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 9 AGES: 18 and up
EMS-004 GERIATRIC EDUCATION FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES - GEMS
Instructor(s): Stuart Davis EMS & Rescue Education Specialists
The GEMS course is designed to address all of the special needs of the older population, including the geriatric objectives within the
National Standard Curricula for EMS and for the National Registry Refresher course. The program provides basic knowledge and
skills necessary to: describe the four aspects of the GEMS Diamond (geriatric, environmental, medical, social); discuss and describe
the physical and social aspects of aging, independence and ageism; principles and strategies for communicating effectively with the
elderly; principles for various trauma and medical emergencies; end of life care, hospice and palliative care program; assessment for
abuse, documentation and reporting and who is at risk; EMS and community responsibilities for the quality of life in our older
population. MAXIMUM of 25. Textbook is required for class, information will be sent with acceptance letter. CLASS IS
FOR BLS AND ALS PROVIDERS, NURSES OR EQUIVALENT
CEU’S OFFERED FOR EMT, AEMT, Intermediate, Paramedic
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 16 Age 16 and up: if 16-18 MUST have letter of recommendation from agency
EMS-005 ADVANCED MEDICAL LIFE SUPPORT - AMLS Instructor(s): Stuart Davis EMS & Rescue Education
This AMLS course is designed for all levels of healthcare providers. AMLS is the first course that offers a "think-outside-the-box"
method of assessing and managing a patient in medical crisis. It emphasizes using scene size up, interactive group discussion on
potential treatment strategies, history, and probabilities in diagnosing a patient's medical problem. AMLS implements an initial
assessment-based approach that progresses to a diagnostic-based approach to develop a treatment plan for a specific medical
condition. This 16 hour, two-day program consists of interactive lectures, teaching and evaluation stations. The interactive/case
based lectures include the following topics: Patient Assessment, Airway Management, , Assessment of the Shock Patient, Dyspnea/
Respiratory Failure, Chest Pain, altered Mental Status, and Abdominal Pain. Teaching stations follow the associated lectures each
day. MAXIMUM of 25. Textbook is required for class, information will be sent with acceptance letter. CLASS IS FOR
BLS AND ALS PROVIDERS, NURSES OR EQUIVALENT.
CEU’S OFFERED FOR EMT, AEMT, Intermediate, Paramedic
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thursday, June 14
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 15 AGES: 18 and up
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EMS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
FOR EMR, EMT, AEMT, Intermediate, Paramedic
EMS-006 TACTICAL MEDIC COURSE - Instructor(s): Stuart Davis EMS & Rescue Education Specialists
The Tactical Medic Course is a “hands-on” program developed by the military for those individuals needing special tactics and training
in trauma care when unique environmental conditions prolonged transport times, or other special situations exist. This course will
cover CASEVAC, BEDEVAC, equipment selection and team health. There will be both classroom and scenario training including
tourniquets, advanced airway techniques, thoracic and abdominal trauma and needle decompression as well as many other useful
techniques. MAXIMUM of 25. Textbook is required for class, information will be sent with acceptance letter. CLASS IS
FOR BLS AND ALS PROVIDERS, NURSES OR EQUIVALENT.
CEU’S OFFERED FOR EMT, AEMT, Intermediate, Paramedic
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 15
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 16 Age 16 and up: if 16-18 MUST have letter of recommendation from agency
EMS-007 PEDIATRIC EDUCATION FOR PREHOSPITAL PROFESSIONALS - PEPP Instructor(s): TBD
PEPP represents a complete source of prehospital medical information for the emergency care of infants and children. Developed by
the American Academy of Pediatrics, PEPP is an exciting curriculum designed to teach prehospital professionals how to better assess
and manage ill or injured children.
PEPP is a comprehensive, innovative, and highly visual course featuring case-based lectures, live-action video, hands-on skills
stations, and small group scenarios.
The Basic Life Support (BLS) course is geared toward the Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) and Emergency Medical Technician
(EMT) and the Advanced Life Support (ALS) course is geared toward the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) and
Paramedic. The PEPP Course Coordinator should determine which course (BLS or ALS) is most appropriate for an individual. Any
health professional who is responsible for the emergency care of children may find this course beneficial.
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 9
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday, June 10 AGES: 16 and up
EMS-008 EMS AND FORENSIC EVIDENCE Instructor: Clay Overholt
As EMS providers we find ourselves in situations that require observation and that “BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU DISTURB SIGN”.
This program will present “food for thought”, relating to the potential or actual crime scene. Learn how you can do the best for your
patient, their family, the medical examiner and for those investigating these events.
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 13 AGES: 16 and up
EMS-009 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS FIRST RESPONDER AWARENESS - BASIC Instructor: Ken Frenier
This one-day course is designed to introduce rescue personnel who may be subject to discovering, reacting to and conducting initial
operations at the scene of a hazardous chemical release. Students will be trained to recognize a potentially hazardous situation, to
take appropriate steps to provide for self protection and to initiate effective response actions.
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday, June 14 AGES: 16 and up
EMS-010 INFECTIOUS DISEASE CONTROL Instructor: Karen Wagner
This course meets OSHA regulations and OEMS required hours for infection control training. The class covers blood borne
pathogens and airborne diseases. Do you know about OSHA regulations? Do you know how to protect your health? If not, you
should attend this course.
12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 13 AGES: 16 and up
EMS-011 DESIGNATED INFECTION CONTROL OFFICER UPDATE ONLY *must hold current certification as DICO -
Instructor: Karen Wagner
This course is to provide the needed updated information for those individuals who are already certified as Designated Infection
Control Officer(s). The information will bring you up to date on what you need to know and meet the requirements to maintain your
certification.
8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 13 AGES: 18 and up
EMS-012 DESIGNATED INFECTION CONTROL OFFICER Instructor: Karen Wagner
This course is designed to teach you the responsibilities of the Infectious Disease Control Officer for your organization. It will cover all
the tools you will need to hold this position as required by the Virginia Office of EMS for all EMS Agencies.
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thursday June 14 AGES: 18 and up
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EMS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
FOR EMR, EMT, AEMT, Intermediate, Paramedic
EMS-013 SPORTS INJURY/SPORTS MEDICINE FOR EMS PROVIDERS Instructor: Mike Goeforth
As EMS providers we find ourselves in situations that require observation and that “BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU DISTURB SIGN”.
This program will present “food for thought”, relating to the potential or actual crime scene. Learn how you can do the best for your
patient, their family, the medical examiner and for those investigating these events.
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 13 AGES: 16 and up
EMS-014 DEFENSIVE TACTICS Instructor(s): Va State Police
This course is designed to teach you how to apply techniques should they be needed to keep you safe. It will cover both classroom
and practical education.
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 9
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday, June 10 AGES: 16 and up
EMS-015 MENTAL HEALTH AND FIRST AID FOR PUBLIC SAFETY Instructor(s): Scott Davis & Steve Southworth
Mental Health First Aid for Public Safety is an 8-hour course, that teaches a 5-step action plan:
*defusing the crisis *promoting mental health literacy *combating stigma of mental illness
*enabling early intervention through recognition of signs & symptoms *connecting people who care
Participants learn the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems, builds understanding of the importance of early
intervention, and, most importantly, teaches individuals how to help someone in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge.
you how to help someone who may be experience a mental health or substance use challenge. The training helps you identify,
understand and respond to the signs of addictions and mental illnesses. Taught to police, first responders, corrections officer, and
other public safety audiences around the country. This course provides more response options to help deescalate incidents and
better understand mental illnesses so they can respond to mental health related calls appropriately without compromising safety.
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 9 AGES: 16 and up
EMS-016 SUICIDE AWARENESS: AN INTRODUCTION TO CRISIS RESPONDERS
Presented by: Trisha Copeland & Melissa Krebs, ICISF
The ability to recognize and effectively intervene with suicidal individuals is one of the most challenging aspects of crisis intervention.
This course is recommended for those without formal mental health training. The course is designed to increase awareness of
suicide, and equip participants with information and basic skills to respond to a person considering suicide. Discussions,
demonstrations, and scenarios will be used to facilitate learning. This is an introductory level course.
Program Highlights: · Overview of suicide · Crisis intervention and suicide prevention · Preventative and Protective Factors
· Risk and Recognition · Strategies for Responding to those considering suicide · Referral Skills and Resources
Completion of “Suicide Awareness: An Introduction for Crisis Responders” and receipt of a certificate indicating full attendance
(7 Contact Hours) qualifies as a class in ICISF’s Certificate of Specialized Training Program. AGES: 16 and up
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Thursday, June 14
EMS-017 GROUP CRISIS INTERVENTION Presented by: Trisha Copeland & Melissa Krebs, ICISF
Designed to present the core elements of a comprehensive, systematic and multi-component crisis intervention curriculum, the Group
Crisis Intervention course will prepare participants to understand a wide range of crisis intervention services. Fundamentals of Critical
Incident Stress Management (CISM) will be outlined and participants will leave with the knowledge and tools to provide several
group crisis interventions, specifically demobilizations, defusing and the Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD). The need for
appropriate follow-up services and referrals when necessary will also be discussed.
This course is designed for anyone in the fields of Business & Industry Crisis Intervention, Disaster Response, Education, Emergency
Services, Employee Assistance, Healthcare, Homeland Security, Mental Health, Military, Spiritual Care, and Traumatic Stress.
Program Highlights
· Relevant research findings · Relevant recommendations for practice
· Incident assessment · Strategic intervention planning
· “Resistance, resilience, recovery” continuum
· Large group crisis interventions · Small group crisis interventions
· Adverse outcome associated with crisis intervention
· Reducing risks
Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) Completion of “Group Crisis Intervention” and receipt of a certificate indicating full
attendance (14 Contact Hours) qualifies as a class in ICISF’s Certificate of Specialized Training Program .
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 15
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 16 AGES: 16 and up
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M-101 AUXILIARY WORKSHOPS Instructor(s): J.C. and Fran Phillips, Ailease Short
An exciting two day class for Auxiliary and Support Group Members. Some of the items the class will touch on are: Parliamentary
Law; Suggestions or Changes you would like to see in the AVAVRS, your District or you Auxiliary; By the book writing of minutes;
AVAVRS bylaw revisions to be presented at the 2018 Convention; Officer training/Leadership. Other areas of education will be taught
as time permits.
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 15
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 16 AGES: 16 and up
M-102 EMS LEADERSHIP CHALLENGE - SUMMIT Instructor(s): Gary Dalton, Karen Wagner
All organizations need effective leadership to ensure success and the EMS Leadership Challenge is designed to help you develop the
skills needed to coordinate the functions of an EMS team. This 4-Phase program focuses on interpersonal, operational, self-
management and technical skills enhancement. The EMS Leadership Challenge, developed by the VAVRS, is recognized by VA
Office of EMS as the Gold Standard in EMS Leadership training. Candidates utilize core leadership competencies during this exciting
and interactive training program. Phase One- Candidates complete an online self assessment and pre-summit reading assignment;
Phase Two- Attend the EMS Leadership Summit, a two-day classroom session working with peer EMS leaders and professional
leadership development consultants; Phase Three-Work with a personal mentor to complete self-study assignments; and Phase
Four- Complete and present an EMS Leadership Project. This program is recommended for all EMS personnel who have the desire
to develop and take their leadership skills to the highest level. VA College credits are available upon completion of the program.
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Friday, June 15
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday, June 16 AGES: 18 and up
M-103 PARLIAMENTARY LAW Instructor(s): J.C. & Fran Phillips
A comprehensive review of Parliamentary Law as used in the volunteer setting. If you are a leader or wish to become a leader of your
organization, this is the class for you. There are breakout sessions with problems to solve from actual events that happen frequently.
Some of the areas covered will be: the proper way of voting and counting ballots; the importance of correct minutes; leadership
success; how to conduct an executive session meeting; what happens when charges are preferred against a member?; do you have a
Harassment policy?; other topics will be covered to give you an overall educational experience.
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thursday, June 14 AGES: 16 and up
M-104 MANAGING VOLUNTEER AND SMALL COMBINATION RESCUE SQUAD AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS
Presented by: Jerry Ozog, Educational Specialist, VFIS
This workshop reviews 17 key areas of fire department management, e.g. budgeting, bylaws, when to request legal assistance,
strategic planning and more. This interactive workshop provides tips for Officers and Board Members in areas which help and assess
your emergency services organization.
AGES: 16 and up
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Friday, June 15
M-105 EMERGENCY SERVICE STRATEGIC PLANNING
Presented by: Jerry Ozog, Educational Specialist, VFIS
This program is designed to assist volunteer and combination emergency service organizations in improving their overall performance.
Whether called “transformation,” “performance management, or “strategic planning,” the development of a strategic focus is the core
to long term success. Based on two texts from VFIS, “Transforming the Volunteer Fire Service” and “Volunteer Fire Service Strategic
Focus Model,” a road map to planning and decision-making for your organization is the end result. The workshop is the core product
to understand what change is needed and how to implement that change.
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Friday, June 15 AGES: 16 and up
VAVRS - Saving Lives Through Education Page 10MANAGEMENT COURSES
M-106 THE EFFECTIVE RESCUE SQUAD AND FIRE DEPARTMENT LEADER
Presented by: Jerry Ozog, Educational Specialist, VFIS
This presentation is designed for Board Members, Commissioners and Executive Leaders of Emergency Service Organizations. This
session will examine ten (10) essential elements within an organization. If one or more of those elements are not working well or are
being ignored, a crisis that ay threaten the organization’s future will likely occur. An additional goal of the “top 10 Threat o Your ESO”
program is to present an introduction to promoting a proactive approach to overall organizational effectiveness.
AGES: 16 and up
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 16
M-107 VOLUNTEER RETENTION & RECRUITMENT FOR THE EMERGENCY SERVICE
Presented by: Jerry Ozog, Educational Specialist, VFIS
The intent of the retention and recruitment presentation is to initiate a foundation for a long term program by exploring challenges and
solutions. The presentation will consist of various potential strategies for participant’s consideration in their R&R efforts. The
intent of this information sharing is that with careful and conscientious follow-up, a program can be developed that can yield tangible
results.
AGES: 16 and up
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 16
M-108 EMS OFFICER 1 Presented by: Virginia Office of EMS
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to effectively manage EMS agency operations and administration
at the first line supervisory level. Major topics covered in this course are the role of the EMS officer and an AIC or supervisor, facing
compliance and accountability issues of the 21st century, recognizing and managing cultural diversity, safety/wellness, TQM,
interfacing with the community and media at large, functional leadership, effective communications, incident management system(s)
and managing multiple casualty incidents. Prerequisite: Students must bring a laptop. Limited to 24 Students. Each student is
required to bring a laptop and there will be homework assignments due prior to the start of the class (these will be sent after registration
deadline to allow plenty of time to complete) - 3 day class Target Audience: ALS, BLS and Administrators
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 9 AND 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Sunday, June 10 concluding 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday, June 11
AGES: 18 and up
M-109 PROMOTING RESPECT AND INCLUSION Presented by: David Tesh & Christina
This course is designed to raise awareness of how our personal beliefs and experiences impact our actions, words and decision
making processes, ultimately affecting our interactions with others. Through this facilitated discussion, we will identify personal and
group beliefs and behaviors that influence the workplace and our ability to serve our community.
AGES: 16 and up
This class will be offered 4 different times please sign up for the class you wish to take utilizing the correct “course number.”
M-109 PROMOTING RESPECT AND INCLUSION Presented by: David Tesh & Christina
10:00 am to 12 noon Saturday, June 9
M-110 PROMOTING RESPECT AND INCLUSION Presented by: David Tesh & Christina
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Saturday, June 9
M-111 PROMOTING RESPECT AND INCLUSION Presented by: David Tesh & Christina
9:00 am to 11:00 am Sunday, June 10
M-112 PROMOTING RESPECT AND INCLUSION Presented by: David Tesh & Christina
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Sunday, June 10
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Students wishing to enroll in the Rescue Tech Program may take all 3 Rescue Tech classes consecutively or one individual
program. If you plan to progress from Basic & Light Duty Awareness and Low Angle Operations to Vertical Rescue—High Angle
Operations, you must have successfully completed the entire Basic & Light Duty-Rescue Awareness and Low Angle Operations
program. If you plan to progress from Vertical-Rescue - High Angle Operations Level to Advanced Vertical-Technical Level you must
successfully have completed Basic & Light Duty Rescue-Awareness and Low Angle Operations and Vertical Rescue– High Angle
Operations Level to advance.
Students must provide special gear/protective equipment as required for these classes. Students
MUST bring your own protective gear: gloves, helmets, hard-soled shoes, eye protection, heavy long
sleeved shirt and long pants. RAPPELLING HARNESS IS NEEDED FOR T-301 AND T-302.
Students should be prepared for all types of weather. Classes requiring practical work will be held regardless of weather conditions.
THESE CLASSES ARE PHYSICALLY DEMANDING AND REQUIRE PHYSICAL ENDURANCE.
T-300 BASIC AND LIGHT DUTY RESCUE AWARENESS AND LOW ANGLE OPERATIONS
Instructor(s): Jimmy Rice and Greg Rice
This course is the first step for those wishing to learn rope rescue techniques. This course is designed to teach the basic rescue
skills and techniques, the proper use of rescue equipment such as ladders, ropes, etc., and the correct way to rescue
persons from heights above or below ground This class is a prerequisite to Vertical Rescue-High Angle Operations
8:00 a.m. - 6: 30 p.m. Saturday, June 9 AGES: 16 and up
8:00 a.m. - 6: 30 p.m. Sunday, June 10
8:00 a.m. - 6: 30 p.m. Monday, June 11
T-301 VERTICAL RESCUE - HIGH ANGLE OPERATIONS LEVEL
Instructor(s): Bill Camm and Jimmy Rice
This course is designed to offer basic and practical information on the application of rescue techniques from various levels above
and below the ground. Emphasis will be placed upon actual rappelling, ascending, rappelled rescue, lowering systems,
hauling system, stretcher rigging and all safety procedures. Additional information will be sent to each candidate after
acceptance. NOTE: Candidates will be tested at the beginning of the class to prove their ability to tie certain knots. Students should
be prepared for this requirement.
AGES: 16 and up
Reference Material: On Rope, by Allen Padgett and Bruce Smith.
Prerequisite: Must be certified in Basic and Light Duty Awareness and Low Angle Operations
8:00 a.m. - 6: 30 p.m. Tuesday, June 12
8:00 a.m. - 6: 30 p.m. Wednesday, June 13
8:00 a.m. - 6: 30 p.m. Thursday, June 14
T-302 ADVANCED VERTICAL RESCUE - TECHNICAL LEVEL
Instructor(s): Bill Camm and Jimmy Rice
This course is the third step in the Rescue Tech series. It is designed for those wishing to learn advanced rope techniques. Students
will obtain extensive hands-on experience and have classroom instruction. Emphasis will be placed on rope changeovers, rigging/
operating high-lines, tripods and all safety procedures. Skills and knowledge from Basic & Light Duty Rescue-Rescue Tech Level I
and Vertical Rescue-Rescue Tech Level II courses will be utilized in this course. NOTE: Candidates WILL BE tested at the beginning
of the class on basic rigging, anchors and certain knots. Students should come prepared to demonstrate these skills.AGES: 16 and up
Prerequisite:
Must be certified in Basic and Light Duty Awareness and Low Angle Operations and Vertical Rescue - High Angle Operations Level
8:00 a.m. - 6: 30 p.m. Friday, June 15
8:00 a.m. - 6: 30 p.m. Saturday, June 16
8:00 a.m. - 1: 00 p.m. Sunday, June 17
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Technical Rescue Programs
The following courses are offered at the basic certification level. Spaces are limited and classes will be filled on a first come, first
serve basis. Please note that some classes require prerequisites for registration. You may be required to submit additional
documentation with your registration form. Students who register for courses that require special protective equipment/gear must
bring the following items to college: *leather gloves, *hard-soled shoes, *safety helmet, *eye protection, *heavy duty clothing (turn-out
gear, jeans, long sleeve shirt are recommended). Students taking classes with practical sessions should be prepared for long periods
of time outdoors in all types of weather. Classes will be held regardless of weather conditions. Students must be at least 16 years of
age to attend all classes unless otherwise noted. CEU’s for those holding any level of EMT are available for all courses.
T - 303 CAVE RESCUE Instructor: Earl Carter
This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of cave search and rescue techniques, transfer and removal, protection, etc., that
rescue personnel would encounter in a cave rescue. Material Reference: Universal Study Guide for Cave Rescue Training, 2nd
edition, National Speleological Society. Prerequisites: Minimum 16 years of age. The course is physically demanding so persons
taking this class should be in good physical condition. MUST provide own protective gear. Specifics will be mailed to those who are
accepted into the program.
AGES: 16 and up
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 9
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday, June 10
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday, June 11
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 12
T - 304 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATOR TRAILER OPERATIONS Instructor(s): Bubby Bish and Doug Eberhardt
This program was developed to assist in education and hands-on training involving the towing of trailers. This topic includes didactical
hours. You must hold current EVOC certification to take this course. A copy of your EVOC certification must accompany your
application.
AGES: 18 and up
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 13 ONE DAY CLASS
T - 305 FARM MACHINERY EXTRICATION - BASIC Instructor(s): Scott Masincup and Charlie Provost
Developed in cooperation with Virginia Tech’s Agricultural Engineering Department, this course stresses the safe and proper
techniques of handling agriculture related accidents. This course includes machinery upsets, victims caught within large machinery,
agricultural chemicals and pesticides. Actual hands-on extrication practice will be provided. This class is a prerequisite for the Farm
Machinery Extrication-Advanced. Students will be required to provide their own protective gear. MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE.
AGES: 18 and up
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 13
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 14
T - 306 FARM MACHINERY EXTRICATION - ADVANCED Instructor(s): Scott Masincup and Charlie Provost
This program is offered to those who have completed Farm Machinery Extrication-Basic. The course will cover rescues from confined
spaces such as silos, grain bins and various holding pits.
PREREQUISITES: MUST be certified in Farm Machinery Extrication-Basic. Students will be required to submit a copy of their
current basic certification. Students MUST also have completed Basic and Light Duty Rescue- Rescue Tech Level I and SUBMIT a
copy of certification. Students MUST provide their own protective gear. MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE.
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Friday, June 15 AGES: 18 and up
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 16
T - 307 VEHICLE RESCUE AWARENESS AND OPERATIONS - BASIC
Instructor: John Craig
This course will teach the latest skills and fundamentals of vehicle rescue. Emphasis will be placed on an orderly and effic ient
approach to the accident situation, safety procedures, protective equipment and use of tools. The tools will include, but will not be
limited to, hand tools, power tools, hydraulic tools, air bags. The course meets NFPA standards. STUDENT MUST PROVIDE FULL
TURN OUT GEAR. (VAVRS/DFP/OEMS CERTIFICATION CLASS). MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE. *LIMITED TO 25 STUDENTS*
AGES: 16 and 17 CLASSROOM ONLY
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday, June 10 VEHICLE RESCUE AWARENESS CERTIFICATION WILL BE ISSUED
this class is from 8am to 1pm on Sunday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday, June 11 MUST be 18 to take full course
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T - 308 SCHOOL BUS RESCUE Instructor(s): John Craig and Wayne Myers
The School Bus Rescue program is designed to give the students a well-rounded education in the subjects of bus construction, types
of buses and stabilization techniques. It will teach the student how to utilize equipment and resources already at their disposal, as
well as recognize the resources in the community that can be readily used in School Bus Rescue. Consideration of multiple victims as
well as basic and advanced rescue techniques are taught in a mix of field and classroom exercises. PREREQUISITES: MUST BE
CERTIFIED AND SUBMIT COPY OF CERTIFICATION WITH REGISTRATION IN VEHICLE AWARENESS AND OPERATIONS.
MUST BE ABLE TO CLIMB A LADDER CARRYING 75 LBS. MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE. MUST PROVIDE OWN FULL TURN
OUT GEAR. THIS CLASS IS LIMITED TO 25 STUDENTS. *LIMITED TO 25 STUDENTS* AGES: 18 and up
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 12
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 13
T - 309 ADVANCED VEHICLE EXTRICATION Instructor(s): John Craig, , Cecil Leach ,Wayne Myers
This course will offer classroom and scenario training. This course will deal with: Update on Air bag and stored gas inflator avoidance.
Hybrid and electric vehicles and dealing with advanced metals used in new vehicles that hydraulic cutters will not cut. Advanced
stabilization, using specialized equipment, dealing with cars under and over other cars, cars over obstructions, cars on embankments,
floor removal and tunneling, side removal and dash lifts. This is a hands on course. *LIMITED TO 25 STUDENTS*
Regular Course Prerequisites: AGES: 18 and up
- Minimum 18 years of age
- MUST hold current certification in VEHICLE RESCUE AWARENESS AND OPERATIONS
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thursday, June 14
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 15
T - 310 SEARCH AND RESCUE - BASIC Instructor: Bob Wingfield
This course stresses the importance of pre-planning for search and rescue, search management, tactics, incident command and
victim evacuation. Additional information will be sent to each registrant upon enrollment acceptance. Students will participate in a
field search session. This program is the same program that is taught by Virginia Department of Emergency Management. The
certificate issued will be a joint certification with VAVRS and VDEM.
AGES: 16 and up
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Friday, June 15
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 16
T - 311 INTRODUCTION TO SWIFT WATER RESCUE - BASIC - Instructor(s): John Nunnally & John Ennis
This one-day course is designed to introduce rescue personnel to different types of water related emergencies. Emphasis will
be placed on safety tactics, strategy, equipment, resources and medical considerations. This is designed for the student who is
interested in learning the procedures to assist during a water rescue without actually entering the water.
AGES: 16 and up
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thursday, June 14 ONE DAY CLASS
T - 312 SWIFT WATER RESCUE - BASIC Instructor(s): John Nunnally & John Ennis
This course is designed to introduce rescue personnel to water related emergencies through both classroom and practical application.
Hands-on practice will be stressed with emphasis being placed on safety, strategy, equipment usage, resources for performing swift
water rescue, and medical considerations.
PREREQUISITES: MUST be in good physical condition. Student MUST be an average or better swimmer capable of performing a
reasonably good surface dive, swim at least 250 yards fully clothed with a personal flotation device (PFD) and tread water at least 15
minutes without a PFD. MUST provide your own personal protective clothing to include: a pair of shoes that can be worn in a pond or
a river or wet suit booties, a wet suit, a pair of scuba fins, a helmet (water rescue type), 1 pair of leather gloves, a personal flotation
device (PFD) RESCUE TYPE III ONLY. MUST have completed Introduction to Swift Water Rescue Basic within the past 12 months
and MUST submit a copy of your certification with registration. Those attending the Introduction to Swift Water Rescue and continuing
on to Swift Water Rescue at the college are NOT required to submit certification.
*** THURSDAY, JUNE 18 POOL WORK WHICH IS MANDATORY
9:00 p.m. - FINISH Thursday, June 14 (Mandatory for those taking Swift Water Rescue Class)
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Friday, June 15
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Saturday, June 16
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Sunday, June 17
VAVRS - Saving Lives Through Education Page 14Technical Rescue Programs
T - 313 SPECIAL EVENTS AND OFF-ROAD OPERATIONS (SEOR-OPS) Instructor(s): Tarry Pribble and Gerald Layne
Special Events Vehicle and All Terrain Vehicle for EMS and Fire use.
This is an 16 -hour “Best Practices” course that includes both classroom and practical exercises. Topics include: safety, Virginia
laws, preparing to ride, basic & advanced skills, and hands-on practical evolutions.
Prerequisites: EVOC, safety equipment (helmet, gloves, safety glasses, boots) students MUST provide their own vehicle for the
practical evolutions.
AGES: 16 and up
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 9
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday, June 10
T - 314 TRICKS OF THE TRADE Instructor(s): TBA
Tricks of the trade goes way beyond the V.M.R. course content. The main focus of the class is specialized machinery and equipment.
This also covers everyday commercial kitchen equipment and small shops with machinery and presses, so even a small town will
have the potential for this type of rescue call. The other aspect of this class is on impalements. Impalements can come in many forms
— such as wood sign poles, car accidents into the woods with tree entrapment into car or patient, steel sign posts, fence posts, rebar
from construction sites — the list for both is almost truly endless. Many times these types of calls can only have a good outcome, if
the first responder is well trained and keeps up with their training and new theories and concepts. These types of calls are truly gory
and very traumatic to all parties involved to say the least. Other special skills for these types of calls require a specially trained
paramedic, usually termed as a “crush medic.” To say the least, crush injury/crush syndrome is an extremely life threatening issue,
and in some cases even the very best “crush medic” crew and rescue company can, and do with regret, have a morbid outcome.
PPE is required must be certified in Vehicle Rescue Awareness & Operations AGES: 18 and up
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 16
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Y– 400 RESCUE CAMP FOR YOUTH Instructor(s): Gail Rice and Debbie Rice
A fun-filled exciting program for children ages 8 to 12, covering basic EMS skills and rescue work. The students will participate in
hands-on training, learning teamwork, and safety. Students will be exposed to several of the rescue classes being taught at the
Rescue College.
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thursday, June 14
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 15
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 16
Y– 401 RESCUE EXPLORERS Instructor(s): Gail Rice and Debbie Rice
A class for young adults 13 to 15 years of age interested in learning about EMS. The program will cover basic skills and other rescue
work. The students will participate in hands-on training sessions. Students will be exposed to several of the rescue classes being
taught at Rescue College.
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thursday, June 14
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 15
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 16
VAVRS - Saving Lives Through Education Page 16500: Instructor Level Courses
The following classes are Instructor Level training courses.
Students wishing to enroll in these courses MUST be a member of the VAVRS, or VAVRS member agency. Instructor candidates
MUST provide all documentation as requested when submitting their registration form.
Incomplete applications will not be accepted and will be returned.
Instructor class enrollment is limited.
INSTRUCTOR CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS - PRETEST REQUIREMENTS and HOW TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR
PRETEST:
All Instructor Candidates MUST provide a copy of their current basic certification and successfully complete (80 or above) an
instructor pretest in the course they wish to instruct, pretest DEADLINE is March 26, 2018.
Pretests are available by contacting the VAVRS Office who will supply you the information to contact the Course Coordinator or an
Instructor Trainer. You may also contact the VAVRS Office 800-833-0602 or 804-749-8191 or vavrs@vavrs.com to travel to their
location and take the pretest (this is not valid for the “ropes” courses). All pretests are sent to VAVRS Office to be graded and you
will receive a letter from the office regarding your score for the pretest. This letter must be mailed with your application. The pretest is
good for 2 Rescue College events.
INSTRUCTOR CANDIDATES MUST DEMONSTRATE DURING THEIR RESPECTIVE COURSES the ability to effectively organize
and present in both the classroom environment and where applicable, the practical environment, all the materials presented in the
course in which you wish to become an instructor. If you cannot present all the material appropriately you will not gain the instructor
certification you are seeking.
REGISTRATION: To register for an Instructor Class, YOU MUST SUBMIT WITH YOUR REGISTRATION:
a copy of your current basic certification card
Copy of your successfully completed pretest
Copy of prior teaching certifications (for exemption to the Methods course)
A completed registration form to the VAVRS Office by the deadline date April 2, 2018.
IF THESE ITEMS ARE NOT INCLUDED REGISTRATION WILL BE RETURNED.
I - 500 METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
*REQUIRED TO BECOME VAVRS INSTRUCTOR UNLESS YOU ARE EXEMPT SEE BELOW*
Instructor: Stephen Ayers
Open to anyone interested in becoming a VAVRS Instructor, this class provides skilled instruction in basic adult education processes.
Students will participate in classroom scenarios as well as requirements for becoming and maintaining instructional certification with
the VAVRS. ALL INSTRUCTOR CANDIDATES are REQUIRED to complete the Methods of Instruction class. If you are currently
certified as a VAVRS, DFP or EMT B INSTRUCTOR or hold Educational Degrees/Certificates, submit a copy of these documents with
your registration to be considered for an exception from this program.
AGES: 18 and up
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS COURSE IS ALSO OFFERED AT THE SPRING BOARD OF GOVERNORS MEETING WHICH WILL
BE March 24 and 25, 2018 at Holiday Inn Tanglewood, Roanoke, Virginia, 24018. THE CLASS WILL BE SATURDAY March 24
from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 25, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If other programs are offered they will be posted
on the VAVRS website at www.vavrs.com under training.
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 12
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 13
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I - 501 BASIC AND LIGHT DUTY RESCUE AWARENESS AND LOW ANGLE OPERATIONS - INSTRUCTOR
Instructor(s): Jimmy Rice and Greg Rice
This course is designed for rescue personnel who have completed the Basic and Light Duty Rescue-Rescue Tech Level I course and
wish to progress to the level of instructor. MUST be a minimum of 18 years of age and provide your own protective gear.
IF YOU ARE NOT CURRENTLY CERTIFIED AS AN INSTRUCTOR YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO ATTEND THE METHODS OF
INSTRUCTION CLASS TO COMPLETE YOUR INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION.
AGES: 18 and up
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 9
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Sunday, June 10
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 11
I - 502 VERTICAL RESCUE - HIGH ANGLE OPERATIONS LEVEL Instructor(s): Bill Camm and Jimmy Rice
This course is designed for rescue personnel who have completed the Basic Vertical Rescue-Rescue Tech Level II AND Basic and
Light Duty Rescue-Rescue Tech Level I Instructor course who wish to progress to the level of Vertical Instructor. Topics that will be
discussed include: rappelling, rigging and hauling systems. Additional information will be sent to each candidate after acceptance.
MUST be 18 years of age, certified as a Basic and Light Duty Rescue-Rescue Tech Level I Instructor. MUST mail copy of
your current Basic and Light Duty Rescue-Rescue Tech Level I instructor certification and basic card in Vertical Rescue-
Rescue Tech Level II certifications with registration. MUST provide your own protective gear.
AGES: 18 and up
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 12
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 13
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 14
I - 503 ADVANCED VERTICAL RESCUE - TECHNICAL LEVEL Instructor(s): Bill Camm and Jimmy Rice
This course is designed for rescue personnel who have completed the Advanced Vertical Rescue-Rescue Tech Level III basic and
have been certified as a Basic and Light Duty Rescue-Rescue Tech Level I Instructor and Vertical Rescue-Rescue Tech Level II
Instructor who wish to progress to the level of Advanced Vertical Rescue-Rescue Tech III Instructor. Topics that will be discussed
include: rappelling, rigging and hauling systems. Additional information will be sent to each candidate after acceptance. MUST be 18
years of age, certified in Basic and Light Duty Rescue-Rescue Tech Level I Instructor, Vertical Rescue-Rescue Tech II
Instructor and hold basic certification in Advanced Vertical Rescue-Rescue Level III and submit copies of each with your
registration. MUST provide your own protective gear.
AGES: 18 and up
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Friday, June 15
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 16
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sunday, June 17
I - 504 EDUCATIONAL COORDINATOR INSTRUCTOR INSTITUTE Instructor(s): Virginia Office of EMS Staff
The VAVRS is pleased to HOST the June Educational Coordinator Instructor Institute. Offered and taught by the Virginia Office of
EMS. Program specifics will be handled by OEMS Class enrollment is by invitation only. Contact OEMS at 1-800-523-6019.
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday, June 9 through Monday, June 11 (potential dates) AGES: verify with Va OEMS
I - 505 EDUCATIONAL COORDINATOR UPDATE Instructor(s): Virginia Office of EMS Staff
This update is hosted by the VAVRS for the Office of EMS. Pre-registration is not required. For information, please contact the
Office of EMS at 1-800-523-6019.
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 8
I - 506 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATOR - INSTRUCTOR
Instructor(s): Bubby Bish, Doug Eberhardt, Gary Dalton
This course is designed for rescue personnel who have completed the basic EVOC course and who wish to become an instructor.
The EVOC is patterned after the Department of Transportation Safety’s EVOC Guide. Instructor candidate must be 21 years of age,
an active squad member for three years, be certified in Basic EVOC for at least one year, submit a copy of your DMV driving record .
NO MORE than 30 days old from the date of registration and a copy of your current driver’s license. Must have completed National
Traffic Incident Management (TIM) Responder course and submit certification. AGES: 21 and up
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Thursday, June 14
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Friday, June 15 PRETESTS ARE REQUIRED FOR INSTRUCTOR COURSES PAGE 18 FOR DETAILS
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday, June 16
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