I am asking that the current PMAT training include training for the administering of EPI pens as well as Benadryl. Our school is a half day preschool and only administers medication in emergency situations and now doctors are asking that Benadryl be administered first. PMAT and MAT training should be more inclusive and affordable.  The cost of MAT training is very high and more than one person in the school needs to be trained.  PMAT should certainly include the current accepted practices for treating emergencies.

In addition, with the cost for the courses needing to come out of my professional development budget, it would be cost effective to have professional development hours given for first aid/CPR, Daily Health Checks/OSHA, MAT, and PMAT. These courses are costly and usually take several hours or up to a day. Because they are neccessary, they should also be counted.  Please change this so that all preschools can be safe for children with extreme allergies. 

 Thank you for the opportunity to voice my concerns.