Emergency Medical Technician

Catalog description

Provides students with overall role and responsibility of the emergency medical technician in performing emergency care. The student will develop skill in assessment and in emergency treatment procedures short of those rendered by physicians or by allied health personnel under the direct supervision of aphysician. Note: Occasional Saturdays may be required for specialized instruction and testing. The dates, times and locations will be announced the first day of class. This course requires access to areliable Internet connection to complete weekly online assignments. Students must be competent computer and internet users. Acriminal background check and drug testing is required for this course. Details are provided the first day of class. For more information contact 618-235-2700, ext. 5355. The basic fee for these tests are included in lab fees, however additional fees may be required for students who have resided in states other than Missouri and Illinois. Basic algebra skills encouraged.