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School of Nursing Community Engagement Program

The Community Engagement Program empowers communities to address injuries, cardiovascular health and violence prevention while promoting health education through lifesaving emergency skill training. The program also fosters meaningful partnerships and collaboration.

Training today, saving lives tomorrow

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The community engagement program offers vital health and safety training designed to equip individuals with the skills needed to respond confidently and effectively in emergencies. By providing hands-on experience in life-saving techniques and safety practices, the program empowers participants to take action in critical situations, enhancing the well-being and safety of the entire community. Whether learning to administer first aid, use life-saving equipment or promote safety awareness, participants are prepared to make a lasting impact in times of need.

Examples of skill-building programs:

  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
  • Automatic external defibrillator (AED)
  • Cardiovascular health
  • EKG screening
  • STOP THE BLEED®
  • Narcan administration
  • EpiPen administration
  • Bicycle helmet distribution
  • Safe storage of firearms
  • Distribution of gun locks and gun safes

Supporting our veterans

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School of Nursing students offers important services to area veterans
A group of Quinnipiac School of Nursing students shared their skills to help support Connecticut’s military veterans, while also learning from their interactions during a day of volunteering for the Connecticut Veterans Affairs Department’s annual Stand Down event.
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