Covers the roles and responsibilities of the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Paramedic, including history and physical assessment, pathophysiology, management of shock, cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and abdominal emergencies. Class includes an overview of emergency medical services communication systems. Students must be currently certified as an EMT. Laboratory experience will be interjected throughout the semester to practice and demonstrate comprehension of didactic material.
Prerequisites
Semester Offered
Fall