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'''Eligibility:''' WFA training is open only to [[Volunteer Statuses|Active NETs in good standing]] who have current CPR/AED certification recorded in MIP at the time they register for the class. | '''Eligibility:''' WFA training is open only to [[Volunteer Statuses|Active NETs in good standing]] who have current CPR/AED certification recorded in MIP at the time they register for the class. | ||
* If you have current CPR/AED certification which is not recorded in your MIP profile, | * If you have current CPR/AED certification which is not recorded in your MIP profile, [Mailto:net@portlandoregon.gov email PBEM] a scan or PDF of your non-expired certification card. | ||
* If you need a CPR/AED certification or recertification class, monitor NET Bulletins and/or the MIP Activity schedule for announcements of free PBEM-provided trainings. You may also obtain CPR/AED certification from a number of other third parties; the out-of-pocket cost is typically $80-130, which PBEM cannot reimburse. | * If you need a CPR/AED certification or recertification class, monitor NET Bulletins and/or the MIP Activity schedule for announcements of free PBEM-provided trainings. You may also obtain CPR/AED certification from a number of other third parties; the out-of-pocket cost is typically $80-130, which PBEM cannot reimburse. | ||
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# This is a '''three-day, 18-hour, in-person training.''' Two days are in the classroom and the final day includes outdoor field exercises. Some pre-class studying must be completed in advance. | # This is a '''three-day, 18-hour, in-person training.''' Two days are in the classroom and the final day includes outdoor field exercises. Some pre-class studying must be completed in advance. | ||
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# '''Participants must already have current CPR/AED certification to register for the class.''' PBEM will not offer any CPR/AED certification classes scheduled before these WFA classes begin. If your CPR/AED certification is current but not listed in your MIP Profile, please email a scan or PDF of your non-expired certification card | # '''Participants must already have current CPR/AED certification to register for the class.''' PBEM will not offer any CPR/AED certification classes scheduled before these WFA classes begin. If your CPR/AED certification is current but not listed in your MIP Profile, please [Mailto:net@portlandoregon.gov email PBEM] a scan or PDF of your non-expired certification card. | ||
# Please '''review the Sample Student Handbook''' which includes a list of the class topics. | # Please '''review the Sample Student Handbook''' which includes a list of the class topics. | ||
# '''A few hours of pre-work is required.''' Your Student Book and assignment will be provided in advance. | # '''A few hours of pre-work is required.''' Your Student Book and assignment will be provided in advance. | ||
# PBEM offers this training to Active NETs for free, but '''the value of this class is around $400. Unexplained no-shows waste your tax dollars''' and could preclude a volunteer from other future advanced training opportunities. | # PBEM offers this training to Active NETs for free, but '''the value of this class is around $400. Unexplained no-shows waste your tax dollars''' and could preclude a volunteer from other future advanced training opportunities. | ||
# However, '''if you have any signs of illness before class''', please do not come! Instead | # However, '''if you have any signs of illness before class''', please do not come! Instead [Mailto:net@portlandoregon.gov email PBEM] to let us know; this will not be held against you of course. | ||
These requirements are not negotiable. Many Active NETs are eligible for this training and PBEM does not have time to consider exceptions. | These requirements are not negotiable. Many Active NETs are eligible for this training and PBEM does not have time to consider exceptions. | ||