EMS 201 EMT Paramedic-Medical 14 credits
This is the initial course of three required to complete the EMT-Paramedic certificate. Students develop proficiency in the roles, responsibilities and skill level required by state and national standards for licensing as an EMT-Paramedic. Emphasis is placed on medicolegal considerations, patient assessment, airway management and cardiac and medical emergencies. Students are in a field internship for a total of 225 clinical hours. R (9 lecture hours and 10 laboratory hours)
Prerequisite: Current EMT-Basic license (documentation required)