San Francisco Paramedic Association - Northern California Training Facility. Phone 415-543-1161.

San Francisco Paramedic Association

The San Francisco Paramedic Association is pleased to announce that it will hold the California EMS Educator Workshop and Retreat from June 12th through 14th, 2008. This innovative and exciting program will be held at the beautiful Marconi State Conference Center, located on the magical coastline of West Marin County, just north of San Francisco.

Participants who complete the workshop will fulfill not only the requirements of California Code of Regulations Title 22 for primary EMS instructor, but be exposed to new, different and better ways of teaching and learning. The course will utilize a wide variety of methods that will model the philosophy of useful, exciting, and fun education that challenges students to master key concepts in EMS.

The program facilitators are no strangers to creative learning methods. David Page is a paramedic program instructor at Inver Hills Community College (MN). Arthur Hsieh is the Education Director at the San Francisco Paramedic Association (CA). Both educators bring their considerable experience, knowledge and skills to create an educational experience like no other.

Located in bucolic Marin County, the historic Marconi State conference center (www.marconiconference.org) is a leisurely 1 1⁄2 hour drive from San Francisco. A state of the art conference facility, it is secluded enough for participants to fully engage with the workshop, yet highly accessible to the amazing coastline of Richardson and Tomales Bays. The Marconi State Park itself has numerous hiking trails and breathtaking vistas to rest the mind between sessions. The workshop schedule will allow for ample exploration of the area.

Accommodations are all inclusive. Housed in either triple or double style loft rooms, participants will have access to three meals daily, served at the center’s restaurant style eatery. Meals rise far above the standard fare, using fresh local produce and other delicious ingredients.

The exciting workshop and retreat promises to be challenging, interesting, and fun! Come prepared to work hard, yet enjoy the camaderie of fellow educators in a beautiful, peaceful setting. Seating is quite limited; do not delay! We look forward to seeing you there!

Dates:
June 12 through 14, 2008. The first day begins at 8:30 am. The last day ends at 4:30pm.

Location:
18500 Highway 1, Marshall, California 94940
Marconi Conference Center, Marshall, California

Rates:
Conference Tuition: $300 members $350 nonmembers

Day Tripping:

For those who want to attend but wish to stay somewhere other than the site. Rate is $70 per person, per day ($210) and includes materials, site fee, three meals daily, plus snack service during workshop.

Day Trip Rate Thursday, Friday, and Saturday

Lodging:
Rates are per night includes sales and hotel taxes, three meals daily, plus snack service during workshop. If you are traveling from a distance, check in is Wednesday evening June 11.

Triple: $166 per person ($498) - Double: $195 per person ($585)

Triple Occupancy 3 nights Check in Wednesday, June 11th, out the 14th

Double Occupancy 3 nights Check in Wednesday, June 11th, out the 14th

Requirements:
Pre-class: There will be assignments that are to be completed prior to attending the program. Facilitators will review and provide feedback on the pre class assignments.
Reading Materials: We strongly recommend that you purchase and bring an instructional methods textbook. We recommend you purchase one of the following:

Click the titles to purchase these books from EMSbooks.com, you can find other providers online as well.
Foundations of Education: An EMS Approach

Foundations for the Practice of EMS Education

Dress:
Casual. The weather is generally cool in the morning and mid-70s during the day.

Transportation:
If coming from out of area, please note that there is no public transportation to the facility. There are shuttles that travel from the major San Francisco airports to the closest towns of Novato and Petaluma. Contact the office for additional information and we will try to assist you.

Registration:
Registration is on a first come, first served basis. Registration occurs at time of payment. You may register in one of the following ways:

Over the Internet: Click here to register using a VISA or Mastercard.

Fax or Mail: Complete the attached registration form and fax it to 415.543.0415 with your credit card information, or mail it with your check to the address listed on the form.
Phone: Call the registration office at 415.543.1161 and one of us will be happy to assist you.

Printable copy of The California EMS Educator Workshop & Retreat

Cancellation and Refunds:
While highly unlikely, the SFPA reserves the right to cancel the program up to two weeks before the event. Refunds will be provided in that circumstance.

If you must cancel, the following policy applies: Due to the nature of this program, there is no rescheduling. If you cancel by May 28, 2008 you will receive a refund of your tuition and lodging, minus a $100 processing fee. If you cancel between May 29 and June 11, you will receive 50% of your tuition fee plus lodging.

If you do not cancel, and do not attend the program for any reason, you will receive no refund.

Continuing Education:
40 hours of continuing education will be awarded for EMS personnel (EMSA Provider #38-0008) and registered nurses (BRN Provider #8101).

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Day Trip Rate Thursday, Friday, and Saturday

Triple Occupancy 2 nights Check in Thursday, June 12th, out the 14th
Triple Occupancy 3 nights Check in Wednesday, June 11th, out the 14th

Double Occupancy 2 nights Check in Thursday, June 12th, out the 14th
Double Occupancy 3 nights Check in Wednesday, June 11th, out the 14th