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Cardiac Emergency Preparedness Programs

Helping communities build safer, healthier spaces through training, planning, and lifesaving equipment.

North Central District Health Department offers several program and training opportunities to improve emergency preparedness and increase access to lifesaving resources across our communities. Many provided through or in collaboration with the American Heart Association.

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On this page you will find:

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  • CPR TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES CPR/AED/First Aid Classes

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  • CARDIAC EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANS (CERP) - Building a Safer Emergency Response System

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  • AED PAD REPLACEMENT PROGRAM - AED Pad & Battery Replacement Assistance​

CPR TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES 

CPR/AED/First Aid Classes

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Community members, organizations, schools, and workplaces can participate in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) training courses designed to increase confidence and preparedness during emergencies.

What We Offer:

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  • Heartsaver CPR Classes ⟶ For the general populus, non-medical professionals

    • Basic: CPR/AED for Adult, Child, Infant + Simple First Aide

    • Total: Basic + (Full) First Aid

    • CPR/AED ONLY

    • Pediatric: Child and Infants CPR, AED, First Aid

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  • BLS (Basic Life Support) CPR Classes ⟶ For medical professionals, with access to or advanced medical equipment, to build coordination and team skills during a cardiac event

    • Example: CNA, EMT, Nursing Home/ Assisted Living Staff and support Staff, Nursing Students, Dentists, Doctors, etc..

 

  • Renewal for both Heartsaver and BLS

 

  • Hands-Only CPR ⟶ for children, teens, young adults, and older

    • Learning how to perform lifesaving compressions and when to call 911 (no certification)

    • Free to community members

 

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Here’s how to sign up ⟶ https://nalhd.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_djviafjXsUtAvJk

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​Contact TyLinn Dodd or Danielle Roessler
tylinn@ncdhd.ne.gov | danielle@ncdhd.ne.gov
402-336-2406

                                                                                  Summer Promo

   Course                        Regular Fee                       (6/1/26–8/31/26)

 

Basic Life Support               $60                                        $40

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Basic Life Support -

Renewal                               $45                                         $30

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Skill Assessment Only -

BLS Renewal

(Online Token

Purchased Separately)        $40                                         $25

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Heartsaver                            $75                                        $50

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Heartsaver - Renewal          $60                                         $40

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Skill Assessment Only -

Heartsaver Renewal

(Online Token

Purchased Separately)        $55                                         $35

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Student -

Basic Life Support CPR       $10

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Out of Office Class Policy:
Minimum of 8 participants per class. Businesses with fewer than 8 participants that wish to maintain a private class will be charged the full class minimum (course price × 8 participants).

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Red square icons, heart with an electrocardiogram line and "CPR" text

CARDIAC EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANS (CERP)

Building a Safer Emergency Response System

group of people standing around a table working on a plan.
The American Heart Association Cardiac Emergency Response Plan Cycle: create, Share, practice, activate, Evaluate

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Organizations are strongly encouraged to develop a Cardiac Emergency Response Plan (CERP) to help staff respond quickly and effectively during a cardiac emergency.

 

“The American Heart Association Cardiac Emergency Response Plan (CERP) is a written document that establishes the specific steps to reduce death from cardiac arrest in any setting – be it a school, community organization, workplace, or sports facility.”

- American Heart Association

 

 

CERP Support Includes

  • Planning guidance

  • Templates and resources

  • Staff preparedness education

  • AED placement considerations

 

Why It Matters

  • Improves emergency response coordination

  • Increases preparedness confidence

  • Supports safer public spaces

 

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Contact info for CERP Assistance: TyLinn Dodd ⟶ tylinn@ncdhd.ne.gov

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AED PAD REPLACEMENT PROGRAM

Replace Expired or Used AED Pads

It is important to know where an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) can be found in the event of a Cardiac Emergency. Expired AED pads can reduce emergency readiness. This funding opportunity helps organizations maintain functional and up-to-date equipment.

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​Important Reminder

  • Check expiration dates regularly

  • Maintain equipment according to manufacturer recommendations

  • Eligible Items: Replacement electrode pads

  • Limit number of applications accepted

 

 

​​APPLICATION PROCESS

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How to Apply:

  • Review program guidelines

  • Complete the application form

  • Submit required documentation to tylinn@ncdhd.ne.gov

  • Await confirmation and follow-up communication

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Application Requirements

  • Organization information

  • Contact representative

  • Equipment or training request details

  • Agreement to program participation expectations​

An Automated External Defibrillator machine
A CPR dummy with AED pads on and a child practicing CPR.

Locations of AEDs in North Central Nebraska

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