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Carlton Trail Regional College offers great safety training options. Our certified trainers are industry recognized, and all classes meet Occupational Heath & Safety Standards. We have regularly scheduled and customized traning to fit your needs.

Construction Safety Training System - CSTS | Watrous

csts Interactive video computer system that trains you in the basics of construction safety.

Program requires 100% mastery of 12 Lessons.

Many of our programs as well as several local construction worksites now require official construction safety training.

Cost $65 + GST

Click here to go to the CSTS website for more info

B.O.A.T. Challenge Exam | Watrous

Description:	Effective September 15, 2009, everyone operating a pleasure craft fitted with a motor and used for recreational purposes must hold a Pleasure Craft Operator (PCO) card. Get your certification today! Our offices have Study Guides available, and if you wish, call us to make arrangements to challenge the BOAT Exam.
Location:	Watrous
Credit:	No
Fees:	$30 (includes exam and licensing fee)
Additional Info:	Contact the Watrous office at 946-2094 to make arrangements to write. Visit www.lifesavingsociety.sk.ca/boat.html for more information.

St. John's First Aid/CPR with AED | Watrous

Description:	Standard Level First Aid is designed to meet industry, business and government requirements. CPR Level C includes adult, child, infant CPR, choking, and includes two-rescuer CPR. Automated External Defibrillation (AED) is a life-saving technique that is revolutionizing first aid and pre-hospital care. Make your home, school or workplace a safer place!
Location:	Watrous
Dates:	November 27 & 28, 2010
Time:	9 am - 5 pm
Fees:	$174 (includes materials)
Additional Info:	Contact the Watrous office at 946-2094 to register.

Practical Nursing [SIAST] | Watrous

Description:	Practical Nursing is a diploma program. Gain the knowledge and skill development required to provide professional nursing care. Graduates are eligible to write the national licensure examination for registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Saskatchewan. Practical Nurses may find employment in diverse health care settings, such as acute care hospitals, medical centres, home care facilities, and extended care facilities.
Location:	Watrous
Start Date:	February 14, 2011
Application Deadline:	May 31, 2010
Prerequisites:	Grade 12 with a minimum overall average of 65% in the following five subjects: English Language Arts A30, English Language Arts B30, any 30 level mathematics, one of Biology 30, Chemistry 30 or Physics 30, and one of Social Studies 30, History 30 or Native Studies 30.
Fees:	approx $11,000 for the entire two-year program
Additional Info:	65 weeks over three academic years As part of the registration process, a criminal records check is required. As well, proof of medical fitness, immunization history, and a current Standard First Aid/CPR "C/AED certification are required prior to final acceptance into the program. Contact the College office at 946-2094 for application details.

There are 22 classes associated with this program:

Semester One:
APHY 162 Anatomy & Physiology 1	You will study the human body, how it is constructed and how it functions to maintain homeostasis. You will focus on the interaction between the structures of the body cells, tissues, organs and organ systems. The course content includes levels of organization of the human body, cells, tissues, integument and the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular and respiratory systems. You will apply your theoretical knowledge in practical setting by performing dissections of specimens as part of the mandatory lab component.
NURS 161 Nursing Arts 1	You will study the development of basic nursing competencies that support health promotion and illness prevention. Your clinical experience will focus on developing your understanding of the concerns of older adults and the support they require in order to remain independent members of their communities.
NURS 162 Personal/Professional Relationships 1	You will explore the concept of self in relation to others. You will develop basic therapeutic communication skills. Through reflection and understanding your nature, you will experience awareness, personal growth and development of critical thinking skills. You will also explore verbal, nonverbal, written and technological communication.
NURS 171 Health & Healing 1	Within a caring holistic context, you will be introduced to the concept of health as it applies to yourself and others. You will explore the concept of primary health care. You will discuss health services delivery and determinants. You will examine health promotion activities and explore community resources.
NURS 172 Health Challenges 1	Your studies will focus on the concepts of holistic nursing care related to specific health challenges of the older adult. You will discuss the concepts related to growth and development of the adult and older adult, and examine the concept of polypharmacy in the older adult. You will also discuss the introductory concepts of microbiology and selected specific microorganisms. You will explore the chain of infection and learn about emerging infections in Canadian communities.
PRAC 162 Practicum 1	You will have the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in holistic nursing care of individuals who require assistance with activities of daily living in the context of partnership with the client.
SOCI 160 Sociology 1	You will explore the basic concepts of sociology. These include culture, socialization, deviance, stratification, race and ethnicity.
Semester Two:
APHY 262 Anatomy & Physiology 2	You will study the human body, how it is constructed and how it functions to maintain homeostasis. The course builds on the information you learned in APHY 162 (Anatomy and Physiology 1). You will focus on the study of systems involved with integration, control, absorption, excretion and reproduction. You will apply your theoretical knowledge in practical setting by performing dissections of specimens as part of the mandatory lab component.
NURS 238 Nursing Arts 2	You will focus on developing and applying nursing competencies associated with rehabilitative and supportive care of the adult. Your experiential learning will emphasize caring for individuals with chronic health challenges.
NURS 240 Personal/Professional Relationships 2	You will focus on therapeutic relationships with an emphasis on caring, advocacy and diversity. You will explore trends and issues in nursing. You will discuss the scope of professional practice for the practical nurse.
NURS 291 Health & Healing 2	You will focus on rehabilitative and supportive care  within an interdisciplinary team. You will explore  palliative and rehabilitative nursing with an emphasis  on valuing client self-determination, ecologic  approaches, and holistic wellness. You will also  examine mental health nursing and explore the mental  health services available in Saskatchewan. In  addition, you will build upon your basic reporting  and recording skills.
NURS 293 Health Challenges 2	Your studies will focus on the concepts of holistic nursing care related to specific health challenges of the adult. Using the primary health care approach, you will explore chronic health challenges specific to various body systems.
PHAR 160 Introductory Pharmacology	You will study the basic concepts of pharmacology and related nursing responsibilities in the context of patient safety. Your studies will focus on drug classifications, drug preparations, drug actions and interactions, and the channels of drug administration. You will receive information about Canadian drug laws, use and availability. You will study selected drug classifications in depth. You will also receive information about researching drugs.
PHAR 264 Administration of Medications	Your studies will focus on the administration of medication throughout the life span in the context of systems and patient safety. The course content includes aspects of the metric system essential for the calculation of drug dosages for adults and children. You will explore the principles concerning safe administration of medications, learn how to prepare and safely administer medications via the enteral, percutaneous, and parenteral (subcutaneous and intramuscular) routes, learn how to assess for signs and symptoms of adverse reactions and the action to take to protect the client.
PRAC 260 Practicum 2	You will have the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in holistic nursing care of individuals requiring rehabilitative and/or supportive nursing care with the client as a partner.
Semester Three:
NURS 241 Nursing Arts 3	You will focus on developing and applying nursing competencies associated with curative and restorative care across the lifespan. You will develop the beginning competencies necessary to assist childbearing families and children achieve health. Your experiential learning will emphasize caring for individuals with acute health challenges.
NURS 243 Personal/Professional Relationships 3	You will reflect upon the professional roles, responsibilities and relationships of the practical nurse, within the context of your own evolving nursing experience and your role as a team member.
NURS 292 Health & Healing 3	You will focus on fundamental nursing concepts related to the curative and restorative care of children and adolescents. You will discuss family-centered perinatal nursing and the new family. You will also discuss growth and development from infancy to adolescence. You will explore the concepts of teaching and learning, and client education.
NURS 294 Health Challenges 3	Your studies will focus on the concepts of holistic nursing care related to specific health challenges of the perioperative client. You will study specific types of surgical treatment and post-operative nursing care, applying concepts of patient safety. Using the primary health care approach, you will explore the concepts of holistic nursing care related to health challenges of the adult. You will discuss specific challenges to learning.
SOCI 260 Sociology 2	Your studies will focus on the structure, functions and roles of the institution of the family. The course content includes tracing the stages of the developing family and some of the issues that disrupt the family unit.
Semester Four:
NURS 295 Nursing Transitions 4	The course provides opportunities for you to integrate theory and practice in holistic nursing care of individuals requiring curative and restorative nursing care and to concentrate on the transition from the role of student to graduate practical nurse. You will be introduced to the leadership role in the health care system and the concept of patient safety from a systems approach. You will explore interdisciplinary cooperation in more detail. Your studies will also focus on intravenous therapy (specifically the administration of intravenous medications), the use of intermittent-access devices, and the initiation of intravenous lines.
SOCI 261 Sociology 3	You will further explore the concepts of sociology by focusing on respectful interactions when caring for clients of all cultures. Emphasis will be given to providing culturally respectful care to clients of Aboriginal ancestry across the lifespan. Diversity within the Aboriginal culture will be explored.