Emergency Services
Emergency Services are a crucial component of any community, encompassing a diverse range of professionals and organizations that are dedicated to ensuring public safety during crises. Fire Department Emergency Medical Services (EMS) are one part of a community backbone. EMS and Fire Services play a pivotal role in safeguarding lives and properties during a crisis. EMS departments, equipped with skilled Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians (AEMT), Paramedics, and life-saving equipment, provide immediate medical care to patients in different situations. Simultaneously, Fire Departments respond to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents, utilizing specialized training and advanced tools to combat emergencies effectively. Together, these dedicated individuals collaborate seamlessly to ensure a rapid and comprehensive response, embodying the frontline heroes who stand ready to protect and serve communities in their times of need.
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Some of the classes at Iowa Western Continuing Education include:
- CPR Training
- EMT
- Paramedic Classes
- Fire Science Classes
Available Courses
Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid – Includes Adult – Child – Infant (Blended eLearning)
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
The Heartsaver Total course path of the Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Online course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by Iowa Western. Students who successfully complete the online course and skills session will receive a CPR/AED/First Aid Course Completion card, valid for two years.
This class is intended for anyone who is interested in learning or required to complete a CPR course. It will include Adult-Child-Infant (all ages) as well as CPR/AED/First Aid.
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) – CPR for Healthcare Providers – Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
These courses are structured to meet the certification and training needs for those involved in healthcare, or those who plan to enroll in healthcare courses (nursing, physicians, dentistry, EMT or paramedic, CNAs and others).
This course will include training on AED (Automated External Defibrillator), infant, child, and adult CPR, foreign body obstruction, and the use of bag-value mask device for the healthcare provider.
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) – CPR for Healthcare Providers – Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
These courses are structured to meet the certification and training needs for those involved in healthcare, or those who plan to enroll in healthcare courses (nursing, physicians, dentistry, EMT or paramedic, CNAs and others).
This course will include training on AED (Automated External Defibrillator), infant, child, and adult CPR, foreign body obstruction, and the use of bag-value mask device for the healthcare provider.
Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid – Includes Adult – Child – Infant (Blended eLearning)
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
The Heartsaver Total course path of the Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Online course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by Iowa Western. Students who successfully complete the online course and skills session will receive a CPR/AED/First Aid Course Completion card, valid for two years.
This class is intended for anyone who is interested in learning or required to complete a CPR course. It will include Adult-Child-Infant (all ages) as well as CPR/AED/First Aid.
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) – CPR for Healthcare Providers – Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
These courses are structured to meet the certification and training needs for those involved in healthcare, or those who plan to enroll in healthcare courses (nursing, physicians, dentistry, EMT or paramedic, CNAs and others).
This course will include training on AED (Automated External Defibrillator), infant, child, and adult CPR, foreign body obstruction, and the use of bag-value mask device for the healthcare provider.
May 5, 2025- August 6, 2025 at the Council Bluffs Campus in Ashley Hall. Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6pm-10pm and every other Saturday from 9am-4pm.
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 also be required to complete 36 hours of field internship and 24 hours of ER internship.
Wednesday, May 7th 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.
Wednesday, May 7th – ONLINE (Zoom)
This course is for instructors that are currently aligned with Iowa Western or would like to become aligned with Iowa Western and need their instructor certification renewed. This course has paperwork that must be completed before class. The paperwork and Zoom link will be emailed upon registration completion.
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) – CPR for Healthcare Providers – Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
These courses are structured to meet the certification and training needs for those involved in healthcare, or those who plan to enroll in healthcare courses (nursing, physicians, dentistry, EMT or paramedic, CNAs and others).
This course will include training on AED (Automated External Defibrillator), infant, child, and adult CPR, foreign body obstruction, and the use of bag-value mask device for the healthcare provider.
May 15, 2025 from 6:00pm-8:00pm at Page/ Fremont County Center
Thin Line Between Two Families training provides information on how to strengthen and bring balance between your home and First Responder families. Learn how to improve communication, boundaries, and overall balance while managing the stress of being a First Responder.
Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid – Includes Adult – Child – Infant (Blended eLearning)
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
The Heartsaver Total course path of the Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Online course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by Iowa Western. Students who successfully complete the online course and skills session will receive a CPR/AED/First Aid Course Completion card, valid for two years.
This class is intended for anyone who is interested in learning or required to complete a CPR course. It will include Adult-Child-Infant (all ages) as well as CPR/AED/First Aid.
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) – CPR for Healthcare Providers – Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
These courses are structured to meet the certification and training needs for those involved in healthcare, or those who plan to enroll in healthcare courses (nursing, physicians, dentistry, EMT or paramedic, CNAs and others).
This course will include training on AED (Automated External Defibrillator), infant, child, and adult CPR, foreign body obstruction, and the use of bag-value mask device for the healthcare provider.
Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid – Includes Adult – Child – Infant (Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
The Heartsaver Total course path of the Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Online course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by Iowa Western. Students who successfully complete the online course and skills session will receive a CPR/AED/First Aid Course Completion card, valid for two years.
This class is intended for anyone who is interested in learning or required to complete a CPR course. It will include Adult-Child-Infant (all ages) as well as CPR/AED/First Aid.
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) – CPR for Healthcare Providers – Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
These courses are structured to meet the certification and training needs for those involved in healthcare, or those who plan to enroll in healthcare courses (nursing, physicians, dentistry, EMT or paramedic, CNAs and others).
This course will include training on AED (Automated External Defibrillator), infant, child, and adult CPR, foreign body obstruction, and the use of bag-value mask device for the healthcare provider.
Wednesday, June 4th – ONLINE (Zoom)
This course is for instructors that are currently aligned with Iowa Western or would like to become aligned with Iowa Western and need their instructor certification renewed. This course has paperwork that must be completed before class. The paperwork and Zoom link will be emailed upon registration completion.
Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid – Includes Adult – Child – Infant (Blended eLearning)
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
The Heartsaver Total course path of the Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Online course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by Iowa Western. Students who successfully complete the online course and skills session will receive a CPR/AED/First Aid Course Completion card, valid for two years.
This class is intended for anyone who is interested in learning or required to complete a CPR course. It will include Adult-Child-Infant (all ages) as well as CPR/AED/First Aid.
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) – CPR for Healthcare Providers – Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
These courses are structured to meet the certification and training needs for those involved in healthcare, or those who plan to enroll in healthcare courses (nursing, physicians, dentistry, EMT or paramedic, CNAs and others).
This course will include training on AED (Automated External Defibrillator), infant, child, and adult CPR, foreign body obstruction, and the use of bag-value mask device for the healthcare provider.
Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid – Includes Adult – Child – Infant (Blended eLearning)
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
The Heartsaver Total course path of the Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Online course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by Iowa Western. Students who successfully complete the online course and skills session will receive a CPR/AED/First Aid Course Completion card, valid for two years.
This class is intended for anyone who is interested in learning or required to complete a CPR course. It will include Adult-Child-Infant (all ages) as well as CPR/AED/First Aid.
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) – CPR for Healthcare Providers – Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
These courses are structured to meet the certification and training needs for those involved in healthcare, or those who plan to enroll in healthcare courses (nursing, physicians, dentistry, EMT or paramedic, CNAs and others).
This course will include training on AED (Automated External Defibrillator), infant, child, and adult CPR, foreign body obstruction, and the use of bag-value mask device for the healthcare provider.
Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid – Includes Adult – Child – Infant (Blended eLearning)
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
The Heartsaver Total course path of the Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Online course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by Iowa Western. Students who successfully complete the online course and skills session will receive a CPR/AED/First Aid Course Completion card, valid for two years.
This class is intended for anyone who is interested in learning or required to complete a CPR course. It will include Adult-Child-Infant (all ages) as well as CPR/AED/First Aid.
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) – CPR for Healthcare Providers – Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
These courses are structured to meet the certification and training needs for those involved in healthcare, or those who plan to enroll in healthcare courses (nursing, physicians, dentistry, EMT or paramedic, CNAs and others).
This course will include training on AED (Automated External Defibrillator), infant, child, and adult CPR, foreign body obstruction, and the use of bag-value mask device for the healthcare provider.
Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid – Includes Adult – Child – Infant (Blended eLearning)
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
The Heartsaver Total course path of the Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Online course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by Iowa Western. Students who successfully complete the online course and skills session will receive a CPR/AED/First Aid Course Completion card, valid for two years.
This class is intended for anyone who is interested in learning or required to complete a CPR course. It will include Adult-Child-Infant (all ages) as well as CPR/AED/First Aid.
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) – CPR for Healthcare Providers – Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
These courses are structured to meet the certification and training needs for those involved in healthcare, or those who plan to enroll in healthcare courses (nursing, physicians, dentistry, EMT or paramedic, CNAs and others).
This course will include training on AED (Automated External Defibrillator), infant, child, and adult CPR, foreign body obstruction, and the use of bag-value mask device for the healthcare provider.
Wednesday, July 2nd – ONLINE (Zoom)
This course is for instructors that are currently aligned with Iowa Western or would like to become aligned with Iowa Western and need their instructor certification renewed. This course has paperwork that must be completed before class. The paperwork and Zoom link will be emailed upon registration completion.
Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid – Includes Adult – Child – Infant (Blended eLearning)
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
The Heartsaver Total course path of the Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Online course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by Iowa Western. Students who successfully complete the online course and skills session will receive a CPR/AED/First Aid Course Completion card, valid for two years.
This class is intended for anyone who is interested in learning or required to complete a CPR course. It will include Adult-Child-Infant (all ages) as well as CPR/AED/First Aid.
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) – CPR for Healthcare Providers – Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
These courses are structured to meet the certification and training needs for those involved in healthcare, or those who plan to enroll in healthcare courses (nursing, physicians, dentistry, EMT or paramedic, CNAs and others).
This course will include training on AED (Automated External Defibrillator), infant, child, and adult CPR, foreign body obstruction, and the use of bag-value mask device for the healthcare provider.
Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid – Includes Adult – Child – Infant (Blended eLearning)
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
The Heartsaver Total course path of the Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Online course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by Iowa Western. Students who successfully complete the online course and skills session will receive a CPR/AED/First Aid Course Completion card, valid for two years.
This class is intended for anyone who is interested in learning or required to complete a CPR course. It will include Adult-Child-Infant (all ages) as well as CPR/AED/First Aid.
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) – CPR for Healthcare Providers – Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
These courses are structured to meet the certification and training needs for those involved in healthcare, or those who plan to enroll in healthcare courses (nursing, physicians, dentistry, EMT or paramedic, CNAs and others).
This course will include training on AED (Automated External Defibrillator), infant, child, and adult CPR, foreign body obstruction, and the use of bag-value mask device for the healthcare provider.
Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid – Includes Adult – Child – Infant (Blended eLearning)
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
The Heartsaver Total course path of the Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Online course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by Iowa Western. Students who successfully complete the online course and skills session will receive a CPR/AED/First Aid Course Completion card, valid for two years.
This class is intended for anyone who is interested in learning or required to complete a CPR course. It will include Adult-Child-Infant (all ages) as well as CPR/AED/First Aid.
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) – CPR for Healthcare Providers – Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
These courses are structured to meet the certification and training needs for those involved in healthcare, or those who plan to enroll in healthcare courses (nursing, physicians, dentistry, EMT or paramedic, CNAs and others).
This course will include training on AED (Automated External Defibrillator), infant, child, and adult CPR, foreign body obstruction, and the use of bag-value mask device for the healthcare provider.
Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid – Includes Adult – Child – Infant (Blended eLearning)
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
The Heartsaver Total course path of the Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Online course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by Iowa Western. Students who successfully complete the online course and skills session will receive a CPR/AED/First Aid Course Completion card, valid for two years.
This class is intended for anyone who is interested in learning or required to complete a CPR course. It will include Adult-Child-Infant (all ages) as well as CPR/AED/First Aid.
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) – CPR for Healthcare Providers – Blended eLearning
This course is paired with an in-person skills session that will need to be completed and scheduled separately by contacting Continuing Education at 712.325.3255 or by email at ce@iwcc.edu.
These courses are structured to meet the certification and training needs for those involved in healthcare, or those who plan to enroll in healthcare courses (nursing, physicians, dentistry, EMT or paramedic, CNAs and others).
This course will include training on AED (Automated External Defibrillator), infant, child, and adult CPR, foreign body obstruction, and the use of bag-value mask device for the healthcare provider.
August 13, 2025 – July 15, 2026
Orientation is August 13, 2025 from 8:00am-4:00pm.
Zoom will be every Monday from 6:00pm-8:00pm
Lecture in Ashley Hall every Wednesday from 8:00am-9:00am followed by Lab until 4:00pm.
Paramedic course enhances the skills of current EMTs to become naturally 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, and PHTLS.
August 18, 2025- December 12, 2025
Face to Face class in Ashley Hall on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00pm-9:00pm.
EMT course emphasizes the development of student skills in 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.
Hybrid course from August 18th, 2025 – December 12, 2025.
Zoom held every Monday from 6:00pm-9:00pm.
Face to face every other Saturday from 9:00am-4:00pm in Ashley Hall.
EMT course emphasizes the development of student skills in 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.
Wednesday, September 3rd 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.
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.
Refunds: You may cancel your registration 5 business days prior to the start of the class date and receive a 100% refund excluding the $50 non-refundable processing fee. If contacting outside Iowa Western Community College’s Continuing Education Department business hours, leave a voicemail and or send the department an email. Iowa Western’s Continuing Education is not responsible for refunds if contact is not pursued via voicemail and or email. In compliance with the IWCC policy, refunds will only be produced in the form of a check. A check will be issued within 14 business days after the refund is admitted to the customer. Refund will be sent to the customer’s address that is on file. Certain program restrictions may apply. Contact Continuing Education for more details at ce@iwcc.edu.
Cancellations: Iowa Western reserves the right to cancel any class where difficulties arise in staffing or scheduling or where a minimum enrollment is not achieved. A full refund will be issued for all canceled classes.
Transfers/Withdrawals: Transfers may be subject to $25.00 transfer fee. Non-attendance for a class does not constitute a withdrawal and refunds are not issued for non-attendance. Transfers may be made up to two full business days (unless otherwise noted in the class information) prior to the start date of the class. After that time, transfers will not be permitted and no refund will be issued.