Education & Training

The University of Tennessee Medical Center offers a variety of education and training opportunities for medical professionals and the public.

Education and Training for the Public

Stop the Bleed

During a crisis, no matter how quickly professional emergency responders arrive, bystanders will always be first on the scene. This class will teach you how to take simple actions immediately to help save a life. This public education course is part lecture and part hands-on skills training. Learn More

Education and Training for Medical Professionals

Fulfill your CME and CE requirements with continuing education opportunities for medical professionals, led by experts from The University of Tennessee Medical Center.

UT LIFESTAR and Emergency & Trauma Center Continuing Education Series

Join us for our virtual continuing education seminar, May 3, 2022, from 9 am-12:30 pm. Learn More

BLS, ACLS and PALS Classes

BLS, ACLS, and PALS classes are currently limited to UT Medical Center Team Members only.

The University of Tennessee Medical Center offers various CPR classes and first aid classes for medical professionals, including doctors, nurses, dentists, out patient clinic staff, sedation clinic staff and more.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider Care
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Course (PALS)

Nurse Residency Program

The University of Tennessee Medical Center provides a one-year nurse residency program (NRP).  The purpose of the program is to facilitate a successful transition from nursing student into professional nursing practice.  Our goal is to facilitate the highest level of professional nursing practice to improve patient outcomes and retain nursing staff. Learn More

Perioperative Nurse Fellowship Program

The Perioperative RN Fellowship Program is a 30-week training program for registered nurses who are new to the operating room environment. Instruction includes state-of-the-art, specialized equipment including lasers, electrosurgical, laparoscopic equipment and an introduction to basic scrub principles. Learn More

Trauma Education Courses

The Emergency and Trauma Center at The University of Tennessee Medical Center offers educational opportunities for health care providers around the country, through a variety of national organizations. The center also provides classes for the public. Learn More