FS 207 - Emergency Medical Technician

Institution:

Passaic County Community College

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Description:

This course is designed to prepare the basic Emergency Medical Technician in accordance with the United States Department of Transportation curriculum and the New Jersey Department of Health guidelines. This course covers an introductory survey of emergency medical services including medical, legal/ethical aspects, role of the Emergency Medical Technician, patient assessment, care of wounds and fractures, airway maintenance, medical and environmental emergencies, patient transportation, emergency childbirth, and basic extrication. After completion of this course, the student will be eligible to take the National Registry Examination for certification as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic. 6 hours lecture and laboratory

Credits:

6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pccc.edu

Phone Number:

(973) 684-6800

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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