Basic EMT I

Catalog description

This is the first in a sequence of five courses taken to prepare the student as a Basic EMT. Emphasis is placed on didactic content delivery covering the role of the EMT, ethical considerations for the EMT, medical terminology, patient assessment, airway management, recognition and management of medical emergencies including: respiratory, cardiac, neurological, and other medical conditions. Additionally, proper use of equipment utilized in the delivery of basic emergency medical care will be covered. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the EMT-Basic Certificate Program Corequisite(s): EMT 121