Emergency Medical Technician - I / EMT – Basic Certificate
The objective of this certificate is to train students to perform life support in the pre-hospital setting. Successful completion of the certificate program identifies the student has met the educational requirements as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic. This is a state certificate program.
NOTE: Prior to starting this program the student must show proof of a clear criminal background check.
Admission: Open to all students who meet the age and physical requirements. Registration is limited to class size restrictions.
Major/Program Requirements
Required Courses:
| EMS 020 | Emergency Medical Technician | 6.00 |
| EMS 021 | Preventing Disease Transmission for Emergency Medical Technician | .50 |
| EMS 022 | Basic Life Support for Emergency Medical Technician-EMT | .50 |
| EMS 023 | Hazardous Materials First Responder Awareness for Emergency Medical Technician-I/EMT-Basic | .50 |
Total Credit Hours: 7.50
A student receiving a certificate in this field will be able to:
- Evaluate, treat and transport the ill and injured
- Effectively use adjunctive airway breathing aids
- Administer and monitor medications
- Demonstrate competency in assessing and treating patients with medical or trauma emergencies at a basic level
- Participate in a culturally diverse environment