EMS 1001 - EMS First Responder Theory

Institution:

Central New Mexico Community College

Subject:

Description:

Provides the level of classroom instruction needed to assist in patient emergencies in the workplace and non-transport settings. Some fire services allow First Responder certification as a minimum requirement for employment; most prehospital EMS services require EMT-Basic licensure. Includes instruction on preparatory topics, airway management, patient assessment, medical emergencies, trauma emergencies, pediatric care and EMS operations. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards and incorporates the NM First Responder Scope of Practice.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Reading and Writing Skills 1

Corequisites:

EMS 1091

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

This course is NOT a pre- or corequisite for any other level of EMS training at CNM

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.cnm.edu

Phone Number:

(505) 224-3000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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