Classes & Programs 

We offer a variety of classes and prgrams focusing on health topics. 

In addition to special programs, we have regularly scheduled classes in CPR and First Aid and Prepared Childbirth and Breastfeeding. 

Prepared Childbirth & Breastfeeding Brochure

Session 1
 
Please bring two pillows and a blanket. Topics include:

  • Signs of early labor

  • Labor process, warning signals, when to call the doctor

  • Signs of advanced labor

  • Epidurals/pain medication

  • Pushing process

  • Care of mom and baby immediately after birth

  • Relaxation/breathing exercises

Session 2

  • Overview of the birthing process

  • Discomforts of pregnancy

  • Caesarean sections

  • Interventions (inductions, fetal monitors)

  • Care of mom and baby at home

  • Breast/bottle feeding

  • Bathing

  • Circumcision

  • Tour of BirthCare unit

  • Car Seat Safety

Breastfeeding Class
 

Wednesday evenings from 6-8:30 p.m.
Hutchinson Community Hospital
Conference Room A.

Making a decision on how you will feed your baby? 

This class, taught by a registered lactation consultant, discusses the benefits of breastfeeding for both mom and baby and offers practical information to help get breastfeeding off to a good start.

Bring your spouse or a support person! Class registration is encouraged during last trimester if possible. 

Fee:

The Breastfeeding Class is free with a full $50 full payment for Childbirth Classes. 

If you take the Breastfeeding Class by itself or with a Refresher Class, the fee is $10.

 

Community CPR and First Aid Classes

CPR and First Aid Brochure 

  • Health Care Provider Course

(BLS with AED)BLS for Healthcare Providers is designed for the licensed healthcare professional. The curriculum includes; relief of Foreign-Body Airway Obstruction in responsive victims, bag mask ventilation, rescue breathing with mouth-to-mouth and mouth-to-barrier device ventilation, use of an AED for adults and children, and 2 rescuer CPR.

  • HeartSaver AED

HeartSaver AED is designed for lay responders who are serving as rescuers as part of their job responsibilities. This could include daycare providers, police, firefighters, lifeguards, etc. This course covers CPR, relief Foreign-Body Airway Obstruction and use of an AED. 

  • CPR for Family & Friends  

This time efficient course is designed to meet the needs of lay rescuers who are learning CPR to protect family members, friends, and coworkers. This course prepares lay rescuers to perform CPR and relief Foreign-Body Airway Obstruction in adult, child and infant. This is a non-certification class. 

  • HeartSaver First Aid & Adult CPR/AED  

HeartSaver First Aid and Adult CPR/AED course is designed to meet the needs of a lay responder who must perform adult CPR, relief of Foreign-Body Airway Obstruction, use of an AED, and first aid.

  • HeartSaver Pediatric First Aid & CPR

HeartSaver Pediatric First Aid and CPR is designed to meet the needs of a lay responder who must perform pediatric CPR, relief of Foreign-Body Airway Obstruction, use of an AED and first aid.

Contact:

Education Services
Hutchinson Area Health Care
1093 Highway 15 S. 
Hutchinson, MN 55350
(320) 234-3832 or (320) 234-5081

 

Hutchinson Area Health Care | 1095 Highway 15 S. | Hutchinson, MN 55350-5000