EMS 153 Pharmacology for the EMT-Paramedic

Basic pharmacology for the paramedic, including the administration of medications, drug therapy, drug actions and interactions, and basic physiology. This course meets the National Emergency Medical Services Educational Standards outlined in the National EMS Scope of Practice Model.

Units: 3.00

CSU, Associate Degree Applicable

Prerequisites: Admission into the EMT-Paramedic Program

Corequisites: EMS 150, EMS 151, EMS 152, EMS 154, and EMS 155

Lecture: Minimum 48 hours per semester