Emergency Medical Technician Basic. ((9 Credits))

Catalog description

Provides fundamental knowledge of the EMS system to include safety and well-being of the EMT. Includes medical, legal and ethical issues related to emergency care. Teaches entry level cognitive and kinesthetic skills including; medical and trauma assessment, basic pharmacology and EMS operations. Prepares students for certification as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic through the Utah Bureau of EMS. Course lab fee of $90 for disposables applies. Course lecture fee of $74 for materials applies.