HEED 152 - E M T Specialist

Institution:

Southwestern Michigan College

Subject:

Health Education (HEED)

Description:

Allowable Times for Credit: 1.00 Maximum Credits Allowed: ACH: 117.60-141.60 Lab: 4.00- Credits: 6.00- Contact Hrs: 8.00- Lecture: 4.00- Prerequisite: Basic EMT License. The Emergency Medical Technician-Specialist course focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary to provide limited advanced life support in the pre-hospital setting. The course will emphasize techniques in advanced airway management, intravenous fluid therapy, patient assessment, legal concerns, medical control authority, respiratory system and the pathology of shock. Upon successful completion of both the written and practical components, students will be eligible to take the Michigan Department of Public Health, Division of E.M.S., E.M.T.-Specialist licensure exam. [Semesters Offered: Spring]

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.swmich.edu

Phone Number:

(269) 782-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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