(Updated July 14, 2021)

Dorsey Training Direct has continued to take steps to help slow the spread of COVID-19.

 

Please be aware of the following before you come to Dorsey Training Direct:

~ In order to protect all students, we require all students to wear masks on site during classroom instruction.   All students vaccinated or not are mandated to wear masks for the full day of instruction and are encouraged to take more regularly scheduled breaks to ensure conducive teaching and learning time on site with respective instructors.

 

~ Students must get their daily temperature checked and sign in with health form and waiver

 

~ All students are highly encouraged to get vaccinated before entering our institution, as COVID-19 in unvaccinated students are at risk to self and others.

 

In advance, we thank you for your support and for choosing our Training Direct facility to pursue your career training with us!

 

Sincerely,

Your Training Direct Leadership Team

 

(Updated June 14, 2020)

Training Direct Student Health and Safety Notice

This document is to bring our students up to speed concerning the COVID-19 response plan. Everyone would like to know when will we be allowed to go back to class and what will the circumstances be. Please see below for an overview of the policy(s) and familiarize yourself – we all need to be on the same page!  There will be no room for deviation from the best practices outlined below.

Due to current restrictions from our state leadership, and out of an abundance of caution to maintain a safe environment for everyone, we have developed the following rules for limited classroom interactions.

  1. We are allowing for a limited amount of in-person classroom instruction to begin this Monday, June 15th. This is NOT intended to be a full return to normal. This also is not for didactic instruction. The in-person, small groups will be scheduled to maximize hands on experiences, guidance and testing with a 10 to 1 ratio at most. In person, attendance is mandatory with material face masks that each student needs to provide for themselves as no one is allowed in the building without face coverage.
  2. Student groups, will be maintained at a 10 to 1 ratio, which will be limited to the number dictated by State and local government, currently the number is 10. This means 10 students per classroom so a class of more than 10 will be separated in multiple classrooms, if necessary. If a class needs to work on more hands approach during clinical interaction, each student will wear PPE gear that includes a face shield provided by our institution to be used and disinfected after each course of study.
  3. Students must provide and wear their own daily material face masks that must be worn on campus for full duration of the day.
  4. Face shields will be worn when students cannot consistently maintain three feet of separation from other individuals in the classroom depending on the activity.
  5. Students will be screened daily when entering the campus regardless if they display respiratory symptoms or have had contact with a person with a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19. There will be a questionnaire and thermometer screening upon entry. If you have a fever or fail the prescreening test you will be asked to leave immediately. These hours will not count against you but must be made up.
  6. The classrooms and equipment will be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected regularly by Training Direct personnel, especially after each transition of classes.
  7. All students and instructors are restricted from entering the classroom, office or break room. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner breaks will be outside of the building as there will be no eating or drinking inside our shared classroom and hallway spaces.
  8. All students entering the building will always adhere to all posted signage and distance requirements. Students found to be non-compliant will be given an affective failure form and will not be allowed to return to the premises before speaking to a member of the management team.

By the time the students are able to return to the campus, the appropriate PPE supplies, equipment and signage will be in place. The official date where we can have limited classes will be this upcoming Monday, June 15th. Any questions about these guidelines should be directed to:

Marilyn Calderon, M.Ed
Executive Director
Dorsey Training Direct
Bridgeport/Danbury
cell: (203) 980-8511
mcalderon@dorsey.edu

 

(Updated March 21, 2020)

 

Dear Training Direct Students,

We have all followed the dramatic actions taken this week to limit large-group gatherings in an attempt to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Public and state colleges/universities have closed and announced their intent to move to online learning for the remainder of the term. In addition, Governor Lamont has also announced late last night his executive order, “Stay Safe, Stay Home” shelter in place that all Connecticut businesses cease/close from Monday, March 23, 2020 until April 22, 2020 or until further notice due to increase in confirmed coronavirus cases in our state.

In line with these actions to limit large-group gatherings, Dorsey Training Direct is taking the following action:

    1. Dorsey Training Direct at both our Bridgeport and Danbury locations will restructure our education delivery from today, March 20, 2020 until April 22, 2020 or until further notice which will be communicated with you regularly from our respective institutional sites.
    2. Monday, March 23rd and moving forward on-ground classes at Training Direct facilities in Bridgeport or Danbury will NOT continue on site as Connecticut Governor’s executive order mandates ceased and closures of all non emergent businesses until April 22, 2020.
    3. Training Direct students maybe able to take advantage of transitioning our personal classes to a distant learning option for a temporary time projected. We are collecting data from our students now to ensure that a distant learning hybrid model will fulfill the classroom lecturing pieces as the clinical hands on pieces will be delayed, as our Governor has asked all of us to please maintain distance from other people 6 to 10 feet, while trying to limit groups to a 10 to 1 ration in public spaces to prevent the spread of any viruses. ONLY our new classes that begin today, Saturday, March 20th and moving forward will meet at our respective sites as planned, will receive their books and materials and will receive the overview training in using our distant learning options to ensure that all students have other options afforded to them that may work to continue their educational journey with us with this hybrid model or can choose to wait until our “Stay Safe, Stay Home” executive order is lifted on or after April 22, 2020.

Communication will be your key to course success. We understand you are facing many obstacles at this time, and we remain committed to support you through them.  You will receive an update from your instructor and are welcome to reach out personally to our Executive Director, Marilyn Calderón at (203) 980-8511 to ensure each of our Dorsey Training Direct students keep abreast on all offerings off site via distant learning.

Please know, Dorsey Training Direct is working diligently with our state offices and officials to provide options for our students, while making informed decisions that keep each of our students safe and healthy by practicing social distancing from anyone who may be ill to prevent the spread of any viruses.  Once again, we want to reiterate that any students who feel they have a compromised immune system may choose to take advantage of our distant learning options, while getting updates electronically or via phone calls and or cease their full participation in our off site options until further notice, as your health and wellness are most important to us moving forward in this landscape that is unknown at this time.

Updated on Friday, March 20, 2020 by Connecticut Governor Lamont Executive Order, please click and review below:

https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/Office-of-the-Governor/Executive-Orders/Lamont-Executive-Orders/Executive-Order-No-7H.pdf

 

(Updated March 20, 2020)

To all students, employees, campus visitors, and community members:

As expected, there have now been positive cases of COVID-19 confirmed in counties that Dorsey Training Direct serves. Dorsey Training Direct is now executing planned response measures and working with local, state and federal agencies to minimize the spread of the virus and safeguard those considered high risk. The safety and well-being of our students, employees, campus visitors, and community members remains our number one priority.

Who is at higher risk?

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), early information out of China, where COVID-19 first started, shows that some people are at higher risk of getting very sick from this illness. This includes:

  • Older adults
  • People who have serious chronic medical conditions like:
    • Heart disease
    • Diabetes
    • Lung disease

The majority of Dorsey Training Direct students and employees do not fall into the category of high risk; however, we all have a moral obligation to protect those that are high risk. Therefore, we must all work together to minimize the spread of all germs. Below are measures we can all take:

  • Frequent Sanitation: Dorsey Training Direct cleaning crew have all increased their sanitation efforts in utilizing hospital grade germicidal cleaners to kill viruses and bacteria that can live on commonly touched surfaces like door handles, stair railings, phone receivers, etc. We implore that our students, employees, and visitors exercise common sense precautions.
  • Common sense precautions can be taken to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. Person-to-person spread of COVID-19 appears to spread via respiratory transmission. Symptoms are similar to those of influenza (e.g., fever, cough, and shortness of breath). The current outbreak is occurring during a time of year when respiratory illnesses from influenza and other viruses are highly prevalent. We all need to do what we can to stop the spread of infections.
    • Remain at home if you are sick, except to seek medical care.
    • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
    • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
    • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are unavailable.
    • Cover cough with a tissue or sleeve.
    • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
  • Social Distancing Measures:
    • Stop the handshakes, hugs, and personal contact at school or work.
    • If you are at higher risk of becoming seriously ill from the COVID-19, speak to your instructor or supervisor to determine how you may be able to complete school assignments or work from home.
    • Avoid large crowds and minimize close contact with others, especially if they are showing signs of illness.
  • Communicate: Dorsey Training Direct will continue to update this webpage in order to communicate new information relating to COVID-19, but we need your help too. Students and employees should communicate with their instructor or supervisor if they are ill. Most importantly, please notify your campus administration immediately if you test positive for COVID-19 or are officially quarantined due to being exposed to COVID-19.

The web resources below provide important information regarding COVID-19. Further, your local health department is another important resource to contact if you have questions or concerns.

 

Connecticut Department of Public Health 

Center for Disease Control (CDC)

US Department of Education

US Department of State (Travel Advisories)

World Health Organization (WHO)

Beyond safeguarding individuals from infectious diseases, Dorsey Training Direct is proud to provide learning environments that are free of discriminatory and bullying behaviors. The US Department of Education has notified institutions about an increasing number of news reports regarding stereotyping, harassment, and bullying directed at persons perceived to be of Chinese American or, more generally, Asian descent, including students. Dorsey Training Direct maintains a zero tolerance policy for discriminatory, harassing, and/or bullying behaviors. If such behaviors occur, Dorsey Training Direct will act promptly and sternly.