In an effort to inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals, two local non-profit organizations hosted a dynamic First Aid Field Day Saturday. The event, organized by the Governor’s Institutes of Vermont and the Vermont AHEC Network, brought together high school students eager to learn vital first-aid skills.In an effort to address the critical shortage of healthcare providers in the state. For over 40 years, the Governor’s Institutes of Vermont has been committed to supporting young minds interested in health and medicine. This collaboration with The Vermont AHEC Network aims to create a pathway for students to explore potential careers in healthcare right here in Vermont.“Our mission is to help folks find opportunity in Vermont, see that they can stay in this state, and see that there are mentors and professionals they can connect with to build a career” said Ross Johnston, Programs Manager at the Governor’s Institutes of Vermont. The event featured a variety of hands-on activities designed to simulate real-life medical emergencies. Participants engaged in scenarios like hands-only CPR, certification training, and a triage exercise where they learned to prioritize care in a high-pressure environment.“It’s really important, especially for high school students in the exploration phase, to help them focus on what matters to them. This helps them understand the type of environment they want to work in, whether it’s a hospital or a clinical setting,” explained Tracy Truzansky, Education/Training Director at Northern Vermont AHEC. One of the highlights of the day was the live scenario exercise, where students applied their skills in a realistic setting. Lanie Billings, Health Careers Program Manager, noted, “We want students to have hands-on experience and learn from up-and-coming medical professionals.”Ila Bullard, a participant from Green Mountain Technology and Career Center, emphasized the importance of practical learning.“Hands-on learning is so important because if you don’t physically try it, there’s no way to know if you can do it,” Bullard said.Thomas Halligan, a University of Vermont student and former program participant, shared his positive experience. “In emergency situations, having familiarity with the equipment helps improve access to lifesaving skills. Events like these are essential for getting the next generation involved in healthcare,” Halligan said.As the demand for quality healthcare continues to rise, the organizers of the First Aid Field Day are committed to expanding this initiative each year. By inspiring students to pursue careers in healthcare.
In an effort to inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals, two local non-profit organizations hosted a dynamic First Aid Field Day Saturday.
The event, organized by the Governor’s Institutes of Vermont and the Vermont AHEC Network, brought together high school students eager to learn vital first-aid skills.
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In an effort to address the critical shortage of healthcare providers in the state.
For over 40 years, the Governor’s Institutes of Vermont has been committed to supporting young minds interested in health and medicine.
This collaboration with The Vermont AHEC Network aims to create a pathway for students to explore potential careers in healthcare right here in Vermont.
“Our mission is to help folks find opportunity in Vermont, see that they can stay in this state, and see that there are mentors and professionals they can connect with to build a career” said Ross Johnston, Programs Manager at the Governor’s Institutes of Vermont.
The event featured a variety of hands-on activities designed to simulate real-life medical emergencies. Participants engaged in scenarios like hands-only CPR, certification training, and a triage exercise where they learned to prioritize care in a high-pressure environment.
“It’s really important, especially for high school students in the exploration phase, to help them focus on what matters to them. This helps them understand the type of environment they want to work in, whether it’s a hospital or a clinical setting,” explained Tracy Truzansky, Education/Training Director at Northern Vermont AHEC.
One of the highlights of the day was the live scenario exercise, where students applied their skills in a realistic setting.
Lanie Billings, Health Careers Program Manager, noted, “We want students to have hands-on experience and learn from up-and-coming medical professionals.”
Ila Bullard, a participant from Green Mountain Technology and Career Center, emphasized the importance of practical learning.
“Hands-on learning is so important because if you don’t physically try it, there’s no way to know if you can do it,” Bullard said.
Thomas Halligan, a University of Vermont student and former program participant, shared his positive experience.
“In emergency situations, having familiarity with the equipment helps improve access to lifesaving skills. Events like these are essential for getting the next generation involved in healthcare,” Halligan said.
As the demand for quality healthcare continues to rise, the organizers of the First Aid Field Day are committed to expanding this initiative each year.
By inspiring students to pursue careers in healthcare.
