5/7/25
'BIG DEAL'…read more [My Feedback]
I cared about the 'knowledge' I gained more than anything.
A Tip on Timing: Before I get into my feedback, just Be Prepared to Start the Online Portion 'the Day You Get Access'. Pick the date wisely. 2 days scheduled for each Module or you will fall so far behind, you will have to start over. It is fast-paced. Minimum 2-3 hours a day. They will send you the expected start and finish date for each module. Order the Yellow Hartman Book before the course access begin-date to get a head start. Skim through it and then sign up for the course. A lot of what is in the book is covered in the online content, but the book has more information that you will need to answer the questions. The online content has more real-life perspective.
The 3-day Skills Labs are for the in person demonstration of the skills. As far as the 'Knowledge part' is concerned, one should come prepared from online study and the yellow Hartman book prior to Skills Labs.
'About The Instructors and The Course'
What stood out about the NA course at the Utah Training Centers (a total discovery for me) is:
1. Linda! Now that I have taken the course Skills Labs, Linda!
What an incredible person, what a great example, so unusual, never heard of, never seen, never heard of. The grit, the resilience, the mental strength to do what she continues to do despite her challenges that appeared out of nowhere. Most would take that limitation and disappear. Linda is the only one, one of only few, perhaps, ONLY ONE I KNOW, that remained strong enough to adapt and continue her passion for Nursing Education. Not just that, with a sense of humor and her demonstrated ability to work as if it is no big deal. It is a VERY BIG DEAL!
I liked the focus on getting this done, fast!
Cheryl in their office is EXTREMELY helpful in doing her best to make sure you have what you need.
Cat works alongside Linda. She is the one teaching in the videos, alongside others. Very thorough and very responsive.
2. The curriculum was very detailed, STRUCTURED, and easy to follow.
The videos, the written content, the Hartman book), just the right summary of the most essential knowledge and skills we ALL need, and may need at some point in our life. I believe this should be taught in early years of life, no matter what . It REALLY opens one's eyes to phases of human life we remain blind to till we are 'caught in them' or the repercussions of them.
3.The in-person labs had plenty of students, all age groups.
4. This training is a good way to get onto a path, take it where one wants to take it.
I wrote this as I discovered how good thawed frozen apples taste. A REFRESHING treat. One of the most delicious foods, even for those who may not like apples!
Big Deal - Is Linda the 'L' in the Big Deal?
