EMT 101 - Introduction to Paramedicine

Institution:

Connecticut State Community College Norwalk

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Description:

Corequisite: BIO 116. 4 credits formerly EMT-P 101 Introduction to Paramedicine. Fall semester only. This course, combined with Anatomy and Physiology, prepares the student for the clinical training required of paramedics. Topics include the fundamental aspects of advanced prehospital care including roles and responsibilities, medicolegal issues, EMS systems, communications, safety and body substance isolation, stress management, response to mass casualty incidents, behavioral emergencies, and airway management. Three classroom hours per week and 45 hours of clinical and classroom lab over the course of the semester.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ncc.commnet.edu

Phone Number:

(203) 857-7060

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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