EMS 126 - Introduction to the Paramedic Profession

Institution:

Southern Crescent Technical College

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Description:

(Prerequisite: Program admission; Corequisites: ENG 101, MAT 101, AHS 101, SCT 100) 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 considerations, ethics, ambulance opera tions, medical incident command, rescue awareness/opera tions, hazardous materials incidents and crime scene awareness. This course provides instruction on topics in Division 1, Sections 1-5, Division 7, Section 1 and Divi sion 8 sections 1-5 of the USDOT/NHTSA Paramedic National Standard Curriculum.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.sctech.edu

Phone Number:

(770) 228-7348

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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