EMS 109 - EMT-Basic Clinical Externship

Institution:

Henry Ford College

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Description:

This course provides a structured clinical experience in the hospital and in the prehospital emergency medical service environment. The purpose of this course is to provide the students an opportunity to demonstrate learned assessment skills, under supervision, in real-life situations. This course meets the recommendations of the National Department of Transportation for EMT-Basics. Note that successful completion of this course is required for individuals wishing to take the National Registry Certifying Exam for EMT-Basics. Due to the nature of this course, all students must have completed the Health Careers Medical packet and provide proof of health insurance prior to attending clinical. This course is field-based and is self-scheduled with our Clinical Coordinator after the Mid-Term exams for EMS 100 and EMS 106. Students must successfully pass their Mid-Term Exams, turn in complete Health Packets, proof of health insurance, and have purchased the required uniform pants & shoes prior to being allowed to go to the EMS 109 Clinical. Students will receive information from the Clinical Coordinator during the first week of courses. The Clinical Coordinator will come to see students during the EMS 100 class time since EMS 109 does not formally meet on campus. Prerequisites: Health forms and hepatitis information (See the Health Careers Division). These packets will also be available to EMS students during the first week of school and will be handed out during the EMS 100 course. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in EMS 100 and EMS 106 is required. Suggested Prerequisites: AH 100 and AH 105 It is recommended that students place into ENG 131 prior to attempting any EMS course. Note: All EMS 100 students must have a current CPR card for the Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association, prior to the 8th week of the EMS 100 level courses. (This can be met by completing AH 105.)

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hfcc.edu

Phone Number:

(313) 845-9600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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