Class Descriptions

ACLS Beginner Class
Wednesday April 16 & Thursday April 17. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. each day. Must attend both days. Call 756-3585 to register and to receive pre-test.

ACLS Instructor Course-Beginner
Call 756-3585 for information on future classes.

ACLS Recertification Class
Thursday June 12 Noon-5:00 p.m.
Call 756-3585 to register and to receive pre-test.

Arthritis Exercise Program
Our certified instructors demonstrate basic, gentle routines that include stretching, strengthening and fitness exercises that can help you regain your ability to do everyday activities. Each session consists of two-1hour sessions each week, for eight weeks.
Call 753-6000 to register. Class size is limited.

Childbirth Education Classes
Two-day weekend session that teaches expectant parents a variety of topics including: Nutrition, Role of the Coach, Breathing and Relaxation Techniques for Labor, Care and Characteristics of the Newborn, Breastfeeding, Parenting Skills, Post Partum Issues, and Infant Safety. A tour of the labor and delivery rooms, birthing rooms, and maternity suites is also included. Instruction is provided in a pleasant, informal setting that encourages participation. Discussion is supplemented by demonstrations and audio visual aids.
Call 756-3750 to register or for more information.

CPR Basic Life Support Beginner Class
Geared towards healthcare professionals, this six-hour course teaches one and two person CPR, infant and child CPR.
Tuesday May 20 & Thursday May 21 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. both evenings required. Call 756-3585 to register.

CPR Instructor Heartsaver/First Aid
Call 756-3585 for information on future classes.

CPR Instructor Core Course
Wednesday May 14. 4:00-8:00 p.m. Call 756-3585 to register.

CPR Instructor Course (Recertification)
A three hour recertification class for those interested in teaching CPR. Tuesday April 29. Offered at the following times: 9:00 a.m.-Noon; Noon-3:00 p.m. and 3:00-6:00 p.m.
Call 756-3585 to register.

Diabetes Education Classes
Designed to help the person with diabetes and his/her family manage the disease. Registered dietitians, registered pharmacists and a certified diabetes educator, all on the CRMC staff, will conduct the classes. Topics include: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Diabetes; Nutrition; Testing for Sugar; Preventing Complications; Oral Medications and Insulin; and Exercise.
--Begins Thursday May 1 (4 weekly sessions) 6:00-8:00 p.m.
--Begins Thursday June 5 (4 weekly sessions) 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Call 756-3585 to register.

Diabetic Support Group
Learn how to manage the disease with support from others with diabetes. Meets the last Tuesday of every month (except July & August)
--Tuesday April 29      7:00 p.m.
--Tuesday May 27       7:00 p.m.
--Tuesday June 24       7:00 p.m.

Call 756-3585 for more information.

Grief & Loss Support Group
Many people have a difficult time coming to terms with the loss of a loved one or other special person in their lives. Open to anyone dealing with a loss or grief and needs to share with others. A different topic will be discussed each month. Meets the last Tuesday of the month from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
--Tuesday April 29
--Tuesday May 27
--Tuesday June 24
Call 756-3179 for more information.

Grief Recovery Group
Grief Recovery is a process group that helps a person to work through emotions such as guilt, anger, sadness, emptiness or just not able to shake the sense of loss. The group is open to those who are dealing with loss due to death, divorce, job, relationship or other losses.
Next 8-week session begins Monday June 16 from 4:00-5:00 p.m. To register, or learn more about the Grief Recovery Group, contact Chaplain Ina Warren at 756-3179.

Infant Loss Support Group
The group provides grief support for parents, grandparents, and siblings who have suffered the loss of a child due to a miscarriage, stillbirth, SIDS, or other circumstance.   Meets the second Tuesday of the month from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
--Tuesday April 8
--Tuesday May 13
--Tuesday June 10
Call 756-3750 for more information.

Man to Man Prostate Cancer Support Group
All individuals, families and caregivers who are coping with, or are interested in learning more about prostate cancer, are invited to attend. Cortland Regional Medical Center and the American Cancer Society serve as co-sponsors for the monthly prostate cancer support group meetings.Each meeting features a speaker on an important topic in the field of prostate cancer or a topic of interest to families. Meets last Wednesday of each month.
--Wednesday April 30    5:30 p.m.
--Wednesday May 28       5:30 p.m.
--Wednesday June 25       5:30 p.m.
Call 753-7845 for more information

PALS Beginner Class
Thursday May 15 and Friday May 16. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. each day. Call 756-3585 to register and to receive pre-test.

PALS Recertification Class
Friday June 13 Noon-5:00 p.m.
Call 756-3585 to register and receive pre-test.

Tobacco Free for Life
Make the commitment to quit and look forward to a healthier life! Next "Tobacco Free For Life" class begins Tuesday May 6th.
This 7 week program, developed at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, teaches all the skills necessary to successfully beat the addiction to cigarette smoking. The course is taught by trained smoking cessation specialists and looks at the many components of the smoking habit. These specialists develop a clear and concise plan based on each class members individual needs.
Call 756-3807 to register and for information on class fee.