Community Emergency Preparedness -Bethel University VT

Community Emergency Preparedness -Bethel University VT

  • ALL AGES

Be ready to use Stop the Bleed, Narcan, and Run Hide Fight. This class could help you save a life in an emergency.

By Bethel Revitalization Initiative

Date and time

Sunday, March 30 · 2:30 - 5pm EDT

Location

White River Valley Ambulance

3190 Pleasant Street Bethel, VT 05032 United States

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours 30 minutes
  • ALL AGES
  • Free venue parking

Description

Students will learn Stop the Bleed techniques, Narcan training in case of drug overdose, Run Hide Fight training for school settings, and other personal preparedness techniques. This class is for anyone in the community who wants to be better prepared for an emergency.


Professor(s) or Facilitator(s): Misha McNabb, A-EMEL, NRP
Public Health Specialist III; Emergency Preparedness

Organizer: Sally Roberts, Office Manager at White River Valley Ambulance, whiterivervalleyambulance.org

Session Type: Class


Restrictions or Requirements:No Restrictions, children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This is both a power point and hands on learning experience.


Materials or Prep: None


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About Bethel University - Vermont

Bethel University Vermont (BU) is a free community pop-up university based in Bethel, Vermont, created by the Bethel Revitalization Initiative. We offer free classes and meet-ups by the community, for the community, during the month of March each year. Learn more about Bethel University and check out more free class and event listings at betheluniversityvt.org.

Frequently asked questions

How can I get to Bethel? Where do I park, find a bus, or get directions?

Visit https://betheluniversityvt.org/take-a-class-2/venues/ for directions, venue addresses, bus schedules, and parking info. Free parking is at most venues and downtown. The Tri-Valley Transit offers commuter and weekend routes to White River Valley towns, Montpelier, and the Upper Valley.

Are the classes accessible? Do you offer accommodations?

Visit https://betheluniversityvt.org/take-a-class-2/venues/ for more detailed info. Most class venues are wheelchair accessible and have accessible parking. Zoom events have captioning. Contact us to request a hearing induction loop or other accommodations; we will help if we can.

Do you cancel for snowstorms or bad weather? How do I know?

BU typically follows White River Valley SU school cancellation policies, but we also may cancel if a professor can’t safely drive or is sick. If a class is postponed or cancelled, we will email students and professors ASAP. Check your email several times on your class day to be sure class is on.

I registered, but I’m sick or I can’t come. How do I cancel?

Look in your Eventbrite registration confirmation email, or login if you have an account or the app. You should see a link to change or cancel your registration. If not, email us at betheluniversityvt@gmail.com.

I’m not sure if I can come. Can I still register?

Please register only if you will definitely come. We work really hard to offer these amazing, free classes and we often have wait lists. It’s a big problem when people register and don’t show up. If you register and decide you can’t come, please cancel ASAP.

Is this a real university? Can I get credit for taking a class?

No, BU is not a formal or accredited university. We are a community pop-up university based in Bethel, Vermont. We give everyone the chance to teach, share, and learn.