EMS-150 EMS Essentials

Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier III
This course provides the transition from EMT to paramedic. Students will gain an in depth understanding of research and the effect evidence based medicine has on the pre-hospital environment. Key foundational concepts for the paramedic program are also introduced. The preparatory and operations components of the paramedic program are also covered in this course. Topics covered include: EMS systems, safety and wellness, paramedics role in public health, medical legal considerations for paramedics, effective communication, documentation, medical terminology, transport operations, incident management, rescue operations, terrorism response, crime scene response, and career development for paramedics. Prerequisite(s): EMS 101 course completion or an EMT license prior to this course is required.