DIVISION: Health Sciences
The Emergency Medical Technician program is a semester-long program that is designed to prepare you for certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-1) in the state of California. It is a rigorous course with an overall focus on the pre-hospital phase of emergency care.
Courses
Selected topics in human anatomy and physiology. Diagnostic signs and interpretations of illness and injuries. Development of knowledge and skill in procedures of basic emergency rescue and care. Preparation for certification for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). The scope of practice not to exceed requirements as outlined under California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Total of 90 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.
Clinical portion of the the Emergency Medical Technician (EMED 101A) course covering selected topics in human anatomy and physiology. Diagnostic signs and interpretations of illness and injuries. Reinforcement of knowledge and skill in procedures of basic emergency rescue and care. Preparation for certification for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). The scope of practice not to exceed requirements as outlined under California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Three 12-hour shifts will be successfully completed in the field on an EMT ambulance for a total of 36 hours.
Preparation of first responders for immediate lifesaving care to critical patients. Training of lifesaving interventions while awaiting additional EMS response and to assist higher level personnel at the scene. A grade of B or better must be achieved to receive a certificate of course completion for EMR. The EMR course meets and exceeds the National EMS Education Standards for EMR training. This is the first level of EMS provider, as recommended by the National Scope of Practice Model for EMS, providing basic life support. Total of 36 hours of lecture and 54 hours of laboratory.