Iowa Western Community College

Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner online, followed by a hands-on session. Successful blended learning can reach students with varying learning styles and in different environments. It combines the flexibility of online training with skills practice and testing for CPR and other psychomotor skills.
Hands-on sessions are conducted in person with an AHA Instructor or by using a Voice Assisted Manikin (VAM), where available. These skills sessions focus on meaningful skills practice, debriefing, team scenarios, discussions of local protocols, and skills testing.

Please call 712-325-3255 to schedule your in person skills.

This class will be for New BLS Instructors that are interested in aligning with IWCC. 
https://cpr.heart.org/en/pam/resources-for-pam
1.You will need to have a current BLS provider card
2.Fill out the Instructor Candidate Application for each discipline to affiliate with an AHA Training Center. 
3. Register at ATLAS using your personal email address to ensure continued access.
4. Successfully being monitored teaching within 6 months after completing the hands-on session of the Instructor Essentials 
5. Course (Training Center Coordinators [TCCs] may require additional monitoring, if needed)
6. An instructor’s status can be renewed only by TF at the Instructor’s primary TC. Criteria for renewal varies based on discipline. Refer to the appropriate Instructor Manual for the discipline-specific Instructor renewal criteria.

Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner online, followed by a hands-on session. Successful blended learning can reach students with varying learning styles and in different environments. It combines the flexibility of online training with skills practice and testing for CPR and other psychomotor skills.
Hands-on sessions are conducted in person with an AHA Instructor. These skills sessions focus on meaningful skills practice, debriefing, team scenarios, discussions of local protocols, and skills testing. This will be conducted at IWCC Looft Hall and will need to be done before your card will be issued. Please contact the IWCC Continuing Education office to get signed up for your skills. Please remember to bring your completion certificate to the skills class.

Please call 712-325-3255 to schedule your in person skills.

This class will be for NEW BLS Instructors that are interested in aligning with IWCC.

https://cpr.heart.org/en/pam/resources-for-pam

1.You will need a current BLS Provider card

2.Fill out the Instructor Candidate Application for each discipline to affiliate with an AHA Training Center

3.Register at ATLAS using your personal email address to ensure continued access.

4.Successfully being monitored teaching within 6 months after completing the hands-on session of the Instructor Essentials

5.Course (Training Center Coordinators may require additional monitoring, if needed)

6.An instructor's status can be renewed only by TF at the Instructor's primary TC. Criteria for renewal varies based on discipline. Refer to the appropriate instructor manual for the disciple-specific instructor renewal criteria. 

Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner online, followed by a hands-on session. Successful blended learning can reach students with varying learning styles and in different environments. It combines the flexibility of online training with skills practice and testing for CPR and other psychomotor skills.
Hands-on sessions are conducted in person with an AHA Instructor or by using a Voice Assisted Manikin (VAM), where available. These skills sessions focus on meaningful skills practice, debriefing, team scenarios, discussions of local protocols, and skills testing. You will need to contact IWCC continuing education to set this up. 

Please call 712-325-3255 to schedule your in person Skills

Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner online, followed by a hands-on session. Successful blended learning can reach students with varying learning styles and in different environments. It combines the flexibility of online training with skills practice and testing for CPR and other psychomotor skills.

Hands-on sessions are conducted in person with an AHA Instructor. These skills sessions focus on meaningful skills practice, debriefing, team scenarios, discussions of local protocols, and skills testing. This will be conducted at IWCC Looft Hall and will need to be done before your card will be issued. Please contact the IWCC Continuing Education office to get signed up for your skills. Please remember to bring your completion certificate to the skills class

Call 712-325-3255 to schedule your in person skills.

Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner online, followed by a hands-on session. Successful blended learning can reach students with varying learning styles and in different environments. It combines the flexibility of online training with skills practice and testing for CPR and other psychomotor skills.

Hands-on sessions are conducted in person with an AHA Instructor. These skills sessions focus on meaningful skills practice, debriefing, team scenarios, discussions of local protocols, and skills testing. This will be conducted at IWCC Looft Hall and will need to be done before your card will be issued. Please contact the IWCC Continuing Education office to get signed up for your skills. Please remember to bring your completion certificate to the skills class

Call 712-325-3255 to schedule in person skills.

Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner online, followed by a hands-on session. Successful blended learning can reach students with varying learning styles and in different environments. It combines the flexibility of online training with skills practice and testing for CPR and other psychomotor skills.

Hands-on sessions are conducted in person with an AHA Instructor. These skills sessions focus on meaningful skills practice, debriefing, team scenarios, discussions of local protocols, and skills testing. This will be conducted at IWCC Looft Hall and will need to be done before your card will be issued. Please contact the IWCC Continuing Education office to get signed up for your skills. Please remember to bring your completion certificate to the skills class

Call 712-325-3255 to schedule your in person skills.

Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner online, followed by a hands-on session. Successful blended learning can reach students with varying learning styles and in different environments. It combines the flexibility of online training with skills practice and testing for CPR and other psychomotor skills.
Hands-on sessions are conducted in person with an AHA Instructor or by using a Voice Assisted Manikin (VAM), where available. These skills sessions focus on meaningful skills practice, debriefing, team scenarios, discussions of local protocols, and skills testing. You will need to contact IWCC continuing education to set this up. 

Please call 712-325-3255 to schedule your in person skills.

Wednesday, November 5th 10:00AM – 1:00PM – Looft Hall – Room #112
This course is intended for those interested in becoming a CPR instructor.  Check out AHA Instructor Requirements before registering for this course.  Candidates interested in becoming an instructor must complete instructor paperwork and show their current BLS provider certification prior to registration. Call 712.325.3294 or 712.325.3255 or email ekea@iwcc.edu with current certification.

Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner online, followed by a hands-on session. Successful blended learning can reach students with varying learning styles and in different environments. It combines the flexibility of online training with skills practice and testing for CPR and other psychomotor skills.
Hands-on sessions are conducted in person with an AHA Instructor. These skills sessions focus on meaningful skills practice, debriefing, team scenarios, discussions of local protocols, and skills testing. This will be conducted at IWCC Looft Hall and will need to be done before your card will be issued. Please contact the IWCC Continuing Education office to get signed up for your skills. Please remember to bring your completion certificate to the skills class.

Please call 712-325-3255 to schedule your in person skills.

Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner online, followed by a hands-on session. Successful blended learning can reach students with varying learning styles and in different environments. It combines the flexibility of online training with skills practice and testing for CPR and other psychomotor skills.

Hands-on sessions are conducted in person with an AHA Instructor. These skills sessions focus on meaningful skills practice, debriefing, team scenarios, discussions of local protocols, and skills testing. This will be conducted at IWCC Looft Hall and will need to be done before your card will be issued. Please contact the IWCC Continuing Education office to get signed up for your skills. Please remember to bring your completion certificate to the skills class.

Please call 712-325-3255 to schedule your in person skills.

Traditional EMT class from January 12, 2026- May 15, 2026 in Atlantic 

The EMT course emphasizes the development of student skills in a 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.

Traditional EMT class held from January 12, 2026- May 15, 2026 in Council Bluffs on Monday and Thursdays. Class will be held in Ashley Hall.

The EMT course emphasizes the development of student skills in a 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.

EMT Hybrid in Council Bluffs from January 12, 2026- May 15, 2026 

Face to face portion is held on campus in Ashley Hall

Class will meet every Monday via Zoom from 6:00pm-9:00pm and every other Saturday, alternating between Zoom (9am-12pm) and Face-to-Face (9am-4pm) in Ashley Hall. The EMT course emphasizes the development of student skills in a 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.

Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner online, followed by a hands-on session. Successful blended learning can reach students with varying learning styles and in different environments. It combines the flexibility of online training with skills practice and testing for CPR and other psychomotor skills.
Hands-on sessions are conducted in person with an AHA Instructor or by using a Voice Assisted Manikin (VAM), where available. These skills sessions focus on meaningful skills practice, debriefing, team scenarios, discussions of local protocols, and skills testing.

Please call 712-325-3255 to schedule in person Skills.

Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner online, followed by a hands-on session. Successful blended learning can reach students with varying learning styles and in different environments. It combines the flexibility of online training with skills practice and testing for CPR and other psychomotor skills. 
Once the on-line portion is completed, please contact IWCC Continuing Education to get signed up for your skills.  These skills sessions focus on meaningful skills practice, debriefing, team scenarios, discussions of local protocols, and skills testing. Once skills have been completed then your card will be issued. Please remember to bring your certificate with you when completing the online portion. 

Please call 712-325-3255 to schedule your in person Skills.

Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner online, followed by a hands-on session. Successful blended learning can reach students with varying learning styles and in different environments. It combines the flexibility of online training with skills practice and testing for CPR and other psychomotor skills. 
Once the on-line portion is completed, please contact IWCC Continuing Education to get signed up for your skills.  These skills sessions focus on meaningful skills practice, debriefing, team scenarios, discussions of local protocols, and skills testing. Once skills have been completed then your card will be issued. Please remember to bring your certificate with you when completing the online portion. 

Please call 712-325-3255 to schedule your in person Skills.

Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner online, followed by a hands-on session. Successful blended learning can reach students with varying learning styles and in different environments. It combines the flexibility of online training with skills practice and testing for CPR and other psychomotor skills.
Hands-on sessions are conducted in person with an AHA Instructor or by using a Voice Assisted Manikin (VAM), where available. These skills sessions focus on meaningful skills practice, debriefing, team scenarios, discussions of local protocols, and skills testing.

Please call 712-325-3255 to schedule your in person Skills.