Crash and Learn is the premiere outdoor conference that offers an all-encompassing experience like no other. This resuscitation retreat is not only accredited and affordable, but it prioritizes educating clinicians that directly impact patient outcomes.
Unlike other conferences, Crash and Learn does NOT have slide presentations, business casual dress, unrelated company booths, or encouragement of a “party” atmosphere. The educational content is the highest priority. Sessions cover an array of evidence-based topics including the following:
Subject matter experts instruct via whiteboard lectures, hands-on workshops, and/or high-fidelity simulations. Not only are these methods proven to better promote retention of information, but attendees are able to interact directly with world-renowned educators. Additionally, instructors and students are able to spend time together before and after education sessions, so the learning never stops.
Goals
An application for accreditation has been submitted to Commission on Accreditation for Pre-Hospital Continuing Education (CAPCE).
For the first time, Heavy Lies the Helmet is excited to present Crash and Learn 2025 pre-conference learning sessions unlike any other. Take advantage of this robust learning opportunity the day before registration at Healthnet’s Charleston facility and surrounding area.
Address:
Healthnet Aeromedical Services
110 Wyoming St
Charleston, WV 25302
Time: 0800 – 1700 EST (Lunch 1200 – 1300)
Up to 8 hours of Continuing Education Hours (CEH)
To maintain an individualized learning experience, participants will sign up for specific workshops upon arrival to the facility. Sessions can only accommodate a limited number of participants, so these will be awarded on a first-come/first-served basis. Participants will have the ability to attend multiple sessions. Be aware, some sessions are longer than others which will limit your ability to participate in some.
Learning Tracks
Prolonged Flight Care (4 hours)
In partnership with Anyone Not Ready (ANR), this HLTH introductory course will immerse you in a high-fidelity, air medical simulation. Adapting Prolonged Field Care (PFC) or Prolonged Casualty Care (PCC) concepts to civilian practice, this course will test your ability to manage critically ill patients and in multiple environments with minimal resources. You may even have to manage your own flight crew…
Incapacitated Pilot (4 hours)
In partnership with the National EMS Pilots Association (NEMSPA), this HLTH introductory course will immerse you in a midair, air medical incident. As a medical crew member inside a BK-117 fuselage, you will learn basic aviation, navigation, and communication concepts in the event your pilot becomes incapacitated. Land and live as soon as possible during this exhilarating session under the guidance of real HEMS pilots.
Survivor (4 hours)
In the chaos following an aircraft crash, every decision counts. Courtesy of Jim Warren, Chief of Emergency Services in Yellowstone National Park, this hands-on workshop pushes participants to apply Crew Resource Management (CRM) while battling the human factors that threaten survival. Using real-world life support equipment, you’ll learn how to execute critical survival strategies. When everything goes wrong, will your crew get it right?
Sim ‘Til You Puke (2 hours)
Rub shoulders with the likes of Dan Rauh and Dr. Amanda Humphries of HLTH in multiple rounds of emergency and critical care simulations. As a small team, you will be tasked with assessing, diagnosing, and treating critically ill patients inside a facility and/or ambulance. This intense course is designed to push the limits of your clinical knowledge and critical thinking ability, so we suggest participating BEFORE lunch.
Surgical Airway (2 hours)
Sponsored by The Resus Tailor, this skill-based workshop focuses on the art of cricothyrotomy. Utilizing state-of-the-art models, you will develop the skills necessary to perform surgical airways effectively. This course will also teach you how to quickly identify the need for this life-saving intervention while managing the stress of performing a low frequency, high risk procedure in the field.
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Summit Bechtel Reserve
2550 Jack Furst Drive
Glen Jean, WV 25846
The Summit is accessible via I-77 and I-64 (via SR-19) just outside of Beckley, WV.
Nestled in the wilds of West Virginia, the Summit Bechtel Reserve is an expansive 10,000-acre property boasting world-class facilities, scenic views, lodging, and recreational activities that are second to none. You are sure to have a “mountain top” experience when you host your next event at the Summit. Strategically located close to major highways, the Summit is within 500 miles of 63% of the US Population and easily reached by all surrounding States.
Situated in the wilds of West Virginia, The Summit Bechtel Reserve is a training, Scouting, and adventure center for the millions of youth and adults involved in Scouting America and anyone who loves the outdoors. The Summit Bechtel Reserve is also home to the National Scout Jamboree and the Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base.
The mission of Scouting America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
