PADM 340 - Foundations of EMS

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Description:

An overview of the design and operation of emergency medical services (EMS) systems, delivery of services, and the echelons of care. The history of EMS, the interface of public and private organizations and review of the various personnel who comprise these systems will be examined in relation to their impact on the health care delivery system. Pre-requisite: Junior status or prior fire/EMS experience. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1)Describe the historical, legal, polictical and social basis of emergency medical services. (2) Explain the relationship and interaction between EMS and the government, healthcare and public health sectors. (3) Compare and contrast the various EMS training and service delivery models in use in the US and other countries. (4) Discuss the 14 EMS attributes identified in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) EMS Agenda for the Future. (5) Meet other course objectives and outcomes as may be identified in the National Fire Academy Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education Project model curriculum.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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