EMS 1119 - Emergency Medical Technician

Credits: 6

Corequisite: EMS 1119L, EMS 1431
This course is an introduction to the knowledge and skills to be successful in meeting emergency medical technician certification and licensing requirements. Students will learn how to assess, treat and transport the sick and injured at the level of the emergency medical technician-basic. Included is information concerning basic structure and function of body systems and recent state of the art procedures required of the emergency medical technician. There is emphasis on assessment based learning and complies with EMS Education Standards-EMT Instructional Guidelines.

Terms Offered: Fall, Spring

Contact Hours: 6
Hours: 6