EMS 126 - Introduction to Paramedic Profession

Institution:

Southern Regional Technical College

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Description:

3.00 Credits Prerequisite(s): Program Admission Corequisite(s): AHS 1011 Introduces the student to the paramedic profession. Discussion centers on functions that extend beyond the EMT scope of practice. Topics include: the EMS system/roles and responsibilities, well-being of the paramedic, illness and injury prevention, medical/legal consideration, ethics, ambulance operations, medical incident command, rescue awareness/operations, hazardous materials incidents and crime scene awareness. This course provides instruction on topics in Division 1, Sections 1-5 and Division 7, Section 1 and Division 8 sections 1-5 of the USDOT/NHTSA Paramedic National Standard Curriculum.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.southwestgatech.edu/

Phone Number:

(229) 225-4096

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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