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| Office of National Coordinator for Health IT Offers Training | Free, Federally Funded Rural and Community Clinic Curriculum and Trainer Training
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This health information technology training program was designed for rural clinics and community health centers to help equip them to meet Meaningful Use (MU) criteria and to increase workforce capacity for the design, configuration, use, and maintenance of informatics interventions that improve health care delivery.
The federal Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT (ONC) invites trainers from rural health clinics, community health centers and community colleges to download free, complete courseware, and register for free virtual trainer training.
- 8-week, 40-hour course
- Designed for a broad rural healthcare audience, including those
in clinical, non-clinical, and leadership roles - Equips clinic staff with the skills and knowledge needed to help advance health IT projects and meet meaningful use requirements
- Tested in 11 Washington state community and migrant clinics
- Use some or all materials
Access all resources online at the federally funded National Training & Education Resource (click to follow link)
On this site you can browse the course elements in each of the 8 weekly modules and download lectures and other course elements.
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| Washington Student Achievement Council - Site Information | | State Loan Repayment Site Application System Now Open
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National Multiple Sclerosis Society Offers Free Professional Resources | |
Hopes to Increase Access to Care for People with MS
The National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society's Professional Resource Center, which houses the most comprehensive library of MS information in the world, provides a variety of information and consultation services. Their goal is to partner with healthcare professionals to enhance quality of care and increase access to care for people with MS. These FREE resources, available to help make your work easier, include:
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| Health Workforce Information Center | State-by-State Health Workforce Resources
Are you interested in comparing our state to others in our region or across the country? Do you need examples of approaches other states have taken to address health workforce issues?
HWIC's new State-by-State guide brings together reports, web sites, maps and other resources that provide information and statistics by state, focused on a range of health workforce topics and professions. These resources may be useful for: - grantwriting,
- research,
- to compare state-level policies and approaches to addressing health workforce concerns, and
- to find workforce data and data sources for each state
HWIC State-by State Resource Guide
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Columbia Regional Learning Center | |
One of the 14 Preparedness and Emergency Response Learning Centers (PERLCs)
The Columbia Regional Learning Center is funded by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to provide training for the public health workforce.
The CRLC provides FREE, online certificate training courses, webinars, and lectures designed for individuals working in health systems including, but not limited to: Health Care, Public Health, Home Health, Medical Reserve Corps (MRC), Community Health, Regional Learning Centers, and Emergency Management. All of the CRLC's certificate courses are developed based on CDC Public Health Preparedness and Response Competencies and Public Health Emergency Preparedness Capabilities. Visit the CRLC website. Top |
| WA Health IT Education Resource Inventory | |
Listing of Post-Secondary HIT Education Programs Offered in Washington
The Washington Health Information Industry-Education Council (WHIIEC) has released the first edition of the WA Health IT Education Inventory. This document provides useful information to Washington residents who are considering a career in health information technology and informatics, either at the beginning of their careers or contemplating a mid-career change.
The inventory is free and it lists post-secondary education programs offered in Washington or online that will prepare students for a career in health information technology or enhances the health information skill sets of those in other health-related occupations.
Visit the Washington State Health Care Authority website
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Upcoming Rural Health Conference - March 20/21, 2013 in Spokane | |
26th Annual NW Regional Rural Health Conference
The conference is designed to be of interest to a wide range of rural health advocates including providers, community leaders, administrators, board members, commissioners, policy makers, public health professionals, and others.
The conference strives to stay abreast of current policy and regulatory developments at the federal, regional, state and local levels which impact healthcare delivery. Join colleagues from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska to share strategies and cutting edge ideas, discuss innovations and out-of-the-box ideas, and share success stories.
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Provide information on thTope effects of various system changes from state, regional and national perspectives. -
Equip workshop participants with the tools to decide on the best course of action for their situation. -
Disseminate information and strategies on rural health policy, research, management and practice issues. -
Provide a forum for discussion and idea exchange on rural health issues.
For more information and to register visit Washington Rural Health Association website.
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Washington State Hospital Association Webcasts | |
Educational Meetings & Webcasts
The Washington State Hospital Association offers a number of educational and networking  events through out the year. Events vary from conference calls and webcasts, to in person meetings at sites through out the state.
To visit their Event Calendar, Webcast page, and the Governance Education pages, use the link below to review the latest WSHA information.
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| National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians | |
Free Webinar - Tips for a Successful EMS Education Program
The NREMT is a non-profit organization founded in 1970 whose mission is to serve as the national EMS certification organization by providing a valid, uniform process to assess the knowledge and skills required for competent practice required by EMS professionals throughout their careers. Prior to the 1970's,
a national certification standard for emergency medical care did not exist.
The NREMT has certified over one million EMS providers since its inception. 270,000 are Nationally Certified at the current time. Entry requirements for certification include completing a state-approved EMS education course, and passing the NREMT written and practical examinations.
Webinar Link: https://www.nremt.org/nremt/about/resourcesWebinars.asp
Also visit the National Highway Traffice Safety Adminstration's Office of Emergency Medical Services.
NHTSA's Office of EMS is dedicated to promoting a sufficient, stable, and well-trained EMS workforce, as well as enhancing the health and safety of all EMS providers. To this end, OEMS supports workforce research and develops resources designed specifically for EMS providers.
You will find official U.S. Department of Transportation (US DOT) National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Education Standards (with related Instructional Guidelines) and National Standard Curricula (NSC). Link: http://ems.gov/EducationStandards.htm
Prior to using the Education Standards or Curricula, you should contact our WA State EMS Office to see what versions are currently adopted and used. Link: http://www.doh.wa.gov/LicensesPermitsandCertificates/ProfessionsNewReneworUpdate/EMSEducationandCertification.aspx
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