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Course Schedule

• March 25-27, 2025
• June 3-5, 2025
• September 9-11, 2025
• November 11-13, 2025

Course Fee: $775

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Course Information:
This NIOSH-approved spirometry training course (approval #010) deals with all aspects of spirometry testing. One special aspect of this course is the high quality of individual instruction consisting of three (3) days. All lectures are given by Dr. Roy McKay, who has taught this course for nearly three (3) decades. This course uses a combination of lectures and hands-on practice to learn spirometry testing. Technique and problem solving sessions will be conducted using small groups with no more than five (5) students per instructor. Because a small class size is important to ensure proper training of the student, the class size is limited.

Our three day program is designed for individuals who desire more information than a 2 day program. The additional day allows more time using the spirometer to improve the student's testing technique. The third day also gives the student an additional evening to prepare for the final exam. A certificate is awarded to all students who successfully pass the final examination.

Painless Format!
We believe spirometry training should be a pleasurable experience. Therefore, our newly revised teaching methods will emphasize learning new skills in a painless manner.

Who Should Attend:
This course is designed for persons who will conduct lung function testing. Successful completion of this course will satisfy all NIOSH training requirements.

Prerequisites:
None. Prior experience conducting pulmonary function tests is NOT needed. Students must, however, have basic math skills (division, multiplication, decimals, percentages, etc) and be able to perform simple calculations using a hand-held calculator.

Objectives:
The participant will learn the proper technique necessary to obtain test results meeting all NIOSH, American Thoracic Society (ATS) and European Respiratory Society (ERS) requirements. Students will also learn how to calculate specific test results and understand their meaning. Predicted values, significant changes from year-to-year, calibration, and recognition of obstructive and restrictive patterns will be presented.

Course Content Schedule
Day 1:
  Morning:

• Introduction & Welcome
• Rationale for Spirometry Testing in the Work Place
• Anatomy & Physiology Relevant to Spirometry Testing
• Measurement and Calculation of: FVC, FEV₁, FEV₁/FVC ratio, etc.
• Acceptability & Repeatability Criteria
• Technique for Performing Spirometry

• Break-up into Small Groups
• Complete Packet of Practicum Problems
• "Hands-On" Spirometry Testing
  • Introduction to the Spirometer
  • Testing Technique (administer tests)

• Review Homework Problems & Discussion
• Predicted Values
• Spirometry Patterns (Obstructive, Restrictive, Mixed)
• Variability of Spirometry Testing
• Determination of Significant Changes
  • Year-to-Year, Within-Day, etc.
• Common Lung Diseases and Spirometry Patterns

• Break-up into Small Groups (practicum)
• Complete Packet of Practicum Problems (#2)
• "Hands-On" Spirometry Testing
  • Practice Testing Technique
  • Improve Testing Skills
• "Hands-On" Volume Calibration Practicum

• Review Homework Problems & Discussion
• Examples of "unacceptable" Tracings
• Methods to Improve Testing Technique (Common Pitfalls)
• Peak Flow and Flow/Volume Tracings
• Instrument Standards & Requirements
• Calibration Lecture
• Calibration Problem Solving

• Contraindications to Spirometry Testing
• Miscellaneous Topics
• Additional Study Time and Hands-On Practice
• Final Exam

About Our Courses:
We don't sell or manufacture spirometry equipment, therefore, our approach is to provide our students the information needed to properly conduct and understand spirometry testing. We have no hidden agenda. The information is presented in an unbiased, understandable, and professional manner. Our practicum instructors have been approved by NIOSH as practicum instructors and have extensive practical experience. They are not technicians who just happen to be available.

• We talk with people; we don't lecture at them.
   
• We limit class size for a more effective learning environment.
   
• We teach practical methods to help our students solve current and future problems.
   
• We encourage hands-on practice.
   
• We have practical experience in solving spirometry problems.
   
• We have taught NIOSH approved Spirometry training for 3 decades; therefore, this is not our first time. In fact, the University of Cincinnati and the U.S. Navy helped develop the original NIOSH course training materials and curriculum.
   
• Our lecture and practicum materials include the most recent spirometry guidelines.
   
• Our training program has stood the test of time. Longevity becomes important if a replacement certificate is ever needed.

If a picture is worth a thousand words- What is a true "Hands On" experience worth?????? Mouth tight around mouthpiece Right Wrong Postioning of the Mouthpiece

Location:
This program is usually held at a local hotel, located between downtown Cincinnati and the Cincinnati International Airport.

When you register, a confirmation letter will be sent with the name, location, and phone number of the host hotel.

Special arrangements will be made to reserve a block of rooms at a discounted rate. Your confirmation letter will have specific details; however, when in doubt identify yourself as a participant with the "University of Cincinnati".

Times:

8:00 Doors open

8:30 Classes begin

5:15 Class adjourns (Days 1 & 2, 4:10 on Day 3)

This course can be given on-site.
For information call (513) 558-1234.

Tuition: refer to registration form for current fee
Tuition includes all course materials and a comprehensive workbook. Students are enrolled in the order in which payment and registration is received. After payment is received, a confirmation letter will be sent to each student. Students should not make non-refundable travel arrangements until the confirmation letter is received. In the unlikely event the program is canceled due to accident, injury, or other unexpected event, your registration fee will be refunded in full. Liability is however, limited to the course fee. After your registration request is submitted, an email reply should be received within 48 hours. If a reply is not received, send an email to info@DrMcKay.com

Substitution, Transfer, Cancellation, & No-Show Policy:

• Substitutions: We will gladly substitute another student for the same course date at any time at no charge.
• Transfers: A one-time transfer request received at least 30 days prior to the course date is permitted. A new course date must be provided at the time of the transfer request. An administrative transfer fee (see schedule below) must be paid within 7-days, otherwise the request is denied and handled as a cancellation. Transfer requests received within 30 days of the course date are not permitted.
• Request received more than 60 days prior to course date - Administrative Transfer Fee: None
• Request received 30 - 60 days prior to course date - Administrative Transfer Fee: 40%
• Cancellations: Written cancellation requests received within 30 calendar days are non-refundable.
• Request received more than 60 days prior to course date - Amount Refunded: 75%
• Request received 30 - 60 days prior to course date - Amount Refunded: 25%
• No Shows: Refunds are not provided if student doesn't attend their confirmed course date.

Course Schedule

• March 25-27, 2025
• June 3-5, 2025
• September 9-11, 2025
• November 11-13, 2025

Course Fee: $775

Register Now