EMSC 1440 - Emergency Medical Technician Basic

Institution:

St. Cloud Technical and Community College

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Description:

This course is required for students who intend to work on a Basic Life Support Ambulance. It is an excellent course for any student wishing to pursue a career in medicine or law enforcement. This course focuses on recognition and treatment of a variety of medical and trauma patients. It also emphasizes appropriate care for patients in transit to a hospital. Throughout this course the student will attain their American Heart Association (AHA) CPR for Healthcare Provider card. Upon successful completion of this course a student will be eligible to take the Practical National Registry of EMT-B's exam. Successful completion of that exam will allow a student to sit for the National Registry Computer Based Test (CBT). Successful completion of both these exams (along with a state mandated background check) will certify the students as a Nationally Registered and EMSRB certified EMT-B. This course is both DOT and POST approved. Certification is valid for two years expiring on March 31. If you have questions about the EMSRB mandated check for felonies and misdemeanors please call the EMSRB directly at 651-201-2800. Prerequisite(s): EMSC1480 currently certified in CPR at the level of Health Care provider by the American Heart Association. (6 C: 4 lect/pres, 2 lab, 0 other)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lab

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Institution Website:

www.sctcc.edu

Phone Number:

(320) 308-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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