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ANSONIA - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers at 219 Division St. is accepting applications for upcoming semesters of its Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Phlebotomy, and Patient Care Technician (PCT) programs.
The PCT and Phlebotomy programs begin May 19. The CNA summer programs will begin June 9 and July 14.
The 15-week PCT program requires students to attend classes Monday through Thursday. The program offers ample hands-on training and opportunities for practical experience in the school's fully equipped mock hospital room and during the 80 hours of clinical experience.
The course tuition includes textbook, liability insurance, CPR certification, clinical rotations and national certification exams.
The 13-week Phlebotomy program is Mondays and Wednesdays either during the day from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or during the evening from 5-9 p.m. The program offers an optional 32-40 hours of clinical experience.
The course tuition includes lab coats, books, malpractice insurance, CPR certification and a national certification exam fee.
The six-week CNA course offers students an affordable and condensed schedule with classes Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or 5 p.m.-9 p.m. CNA program content includes infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, communications, body mechanics, moving and positioning residents, personal care skills, nutrition, measuring vital signs, and restorative care.
The program’s clinical experience will be at Griffin Hospital and a long-term stay facility, totaling 40 hours. After successfully completing the course and clinical experience, students will be qualified to take the certification exam for a Nursing Assistant in Connecticut. The CNA course tuition fee includes the course book and workbook CPR training, clinical rotation and liability insurance.
The School of Allied Health Careers has partnered with TEAM, The Workplace, Inc. and many other grant options resulting in minimum out of pocket expenses.
The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health accepts students 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED or any in-school youth (juniors and seniors) enrolled in high school. Students must be proficient in the English language to apply for admission. The COVID 19 vaccination series is required prior to enrollment.
Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited.
For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
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DERBY - Derby Public Library invites all young adults ages 12 to 17 to a Teen Advisory Board meeting at 3:30 p.m. Jan. 31.
Attendees are encouraged to voice their ideas for improving and expanding young adult library services and teen programming.
Focus will include participant input that contributes to the library fulfilling its mission of quality-of-life enhancements in: knowledge; entertainment; and citizenship.
For more information stop by the Library, 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482, or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.
This is a press release from Tony DeLos, young adult librarian.
DERBY - The Derby Historical Society has just published its January/February newsletter.
Click HERE to view and download the newsletter featuring the Osborne family history, upcoming educational programs, and more.
This is shared from the Historical Society's Facebook page.
Shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
DERBY - Craft expert Lisa Lupa will lead three crafting sessions at Derby Public Library this summer.
For the July 24th session, choose between (20) Nail-and-String craft designs (sample shown ) Other samples of this craft project are on display at the Adult Circulation Desk and on our website (www.derbypubliclibrary.org)
Register using the following links. (All programs are 6-7:30 p.m.)
Mon., July 24 - https://bit.ly/3NnjvQE
Wed., Aug. 9 - https://bit.ly/46p2Ftw (samples to follow)
Wed., Aug 23 - https://bit.ly/44ogfvy (samples to follow)
This is from Derby Public Library's Facebook page.
Friends - we are excited to announce that Men Who Cook will be back for the first time since 2019!
This long-standing event brings our community together over good food, drinks, dancing, raffles, and more.
We look forward to highlighting our wonderful volunteer chefs, as well as the numerous programs TEAM runs to better the lives of individuals and families in our region, including Meals on Wheels, housing and food support programs, childcare, our Diaper Bank, medical transportation, income tax assistance, and so much more.
Tickets are on sale, and sponsorship opportunities are available.
See further details at https://teaminc.org/men-who-cook/
More information to come!
This is shared from TEAM's Facebook page.
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The accelerated CNA and MA programs start Jan. 9, and Phlebotomy and PCT will begin Jan. 10.
The accelerated CNA course offers students an affordable and condensed classroom schedule with classes Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
The CNA content includes infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, communications, body mechanics, moving and positioning residents, personal care skills, nutrition, measuring vital signs, and restorative care.
Students will practice skills prior to their clinical experience. The program’s clinical experience will be at Griffin Hospital and a long-term care facility. The clinical hours are 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for a total of 40 hours.
After successfully completing the course and clinical experience, students will be qualified to take the certification exam for a Nursing Assistant in Connecticut.
The CNA course tuition fee includes the course book and workbook, CPR training, a 40-hour clinical rotation, and liability insurance.
The 17-week PCT program requires students to attend didactic and skills review on Mondays and Fridays, and have the option to take the 14-week Phlebotomy program on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday either during the day or evening.
The PCT program offers ample hands-on training and opportunities for practical experience in the school's fully equipped hospital simulation room and during clinical experience at the hospital or long-term care facility.
The 14-week Phlebotomy program offers 32-40 hours of clinical experience. The course tuition includes textbook, liability insurance, CPR certification, clinical rotations, and national certification exams. College credits are offered for eligible certification earners.
The MA program runs for 28 weeks with classes five days a week from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., including 160 clinical hours at Griffin Faculty Physicians primary care and specialty offices such as gastroenterology, OB-GYN, surgical and cardiology.
Medical assistants perform both clinical and administrative duties and assist a variety of providers. The MA course tuition includes textbook, liability insurance, CPR certification, online modules and certification practice tests, clinical externships, and national certification exam. College credits are offered for eligible certification earners.
The School of Allied Health Careers has partnered with Meritize to offer student loans in which applicants can enhance credit evaluation and loan options by sharing their academic profiles.
Pre-approval is available at https://apply.meritize.com.
Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED and is proficient in the English language may apply for admission. The primary COVID-19 vaccination series and booster are required prior to enrollment. Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited.
For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.
About the School of Allied Health Careers
Griffin Hospital's School of Allied Health Careers was one of the first hospital-based schools of its kind to be authorized by the Connecticut Department of Higher Education and offers Phlebotomy and other professional educational programs to provide training, education, and certification in selected health careers. College credits are offered for eligible certification earners. Classes are taught by certified instructors or Master’s prepared nurses in the Griffin Hospital Medical Building at 300 Seymour Ave., Derby.
ANSONIA - The Ansonia Police Department is pleased to announce our involvement in two programs to assist residents of Ansonia who are autistic or have a family member with autism.
The first program is the Blue Envelope program sponsored by the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicle and the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association.
Any licensed driver on the autism spectrum is encouraged to come to the Ansonia Police Department and pick up an envelope that they can put their registration and insurance information in.
The envelope contains helpful tips and information for the driver on what to do and what happens during a car stopped by the police. More information regarding this program can be found at www.portal.ct.gov/DMV-Blue-
The second program is an Autism Safety Alert Form developed by Walk with Derek.
Ansonia residents can complete the form which has identifying information for the autistic individual, tips for first responders when dealing with the individual, emergency contact information, and a photo of the person.
These forms will be used by first responders when responding to calls involving the individual or will help in positively identifying the individual should first responders come in contact with them and no other family member is present.
The forms can be picked up at the Ansonia Police Department 65 Main St. Ansonia, CT 06401 or downloaded from the City of Ansonia website, http://cityofansonia.com/
The form can be mailed or returned in person to the Police Department.
This is a press release from Lt. Patrick Lynch.
