EMS 1130 - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Institution:

Inver Hills Community College

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Description:

Teaches emergency care and transportation of patients who access the emergency medical system. Students will further develop skills in the use of and care of all basic emergency equipment and selected advanced equipment and procedures. The course includes topics such as patient assessment, trauma management, recognition and care of heart disease, respiratory problems and other medical emergencies. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians perform interventions within the scope of practice determined by the Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board (EMSRB). Participants who successfully complete the course will be eligible to take the National Registry of EMTs practical and written examinations for State and National Certification as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician. Prerequisites: Current, or eligibility for, certification as an EMT in Minnesota; Current certification in CPR at the Healthcare Provider level or Equivalent. Corequisite: EMS 1131

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.inverhills.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 450-3000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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