Advanced Emergency Medical Technician I: Medical Emergencies

Catalog description

This is the initial course required to complete the AEMT program and sit for the national exam. This course addresses current information and techniques considered the responsibility of the AEMT according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, National Standard Curriculum, as enriched by the KSBEMS Education Standards. The focus of the course includes introduction to medical terminology, the human body, advanced patient assessment and advanced pharmacology. Topics include: didactic and practical skills instruction, skills demonstrations, clinical experience and/or orientation to the emergency room and to the ambulance, extrication class, or in contrived experiences of patient care. Prerequisites: Successful completion of EMT certificate.