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  • 2.00 Credits

    This course provides the knowledge and skill practice necessary for EMS professionals to learn how to safely operate an ambulance in the course of their job. The curriculum adheres to the U.S. Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration National Standard Curriculum for the Emergency Vehicle Operator (Ambulance) Course. This course may also be used as a refresher for experienced EMS personnel. Please note that it is up to the discretion of the individual emergency agency as to whether they will accept this course in lieu of their own drivers training program. This course requires current state EMR, AEMT, EMT, or paramedic certification; valid driver's license; driver's license check passed according to Minnesota State policy. May enroll concurrently with an Emergency Medical Services provider course at the discretion of the instructor. Recommendation(s): Basic word processing skills.
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course is designed to provide physicians, nurses, paramedics, and other healthcare providers with an in-depth study of medical emergencies that builds upon the healthcare providers current knowledge and scope of practice to work as a member of a healthcare team to improve patient outcomes. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will obtain AMLS certification. Students must have knowledge of pharmacological interventions and proficiency in obtaining vascular access, ECG interpretation, and manual defibrillator operation prior to enrolling in this course. This course requires completion of EMS 1010 with current certification or current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider or equivalent certification. Students must possess current certification or licensure as a paramedic, registered nurse (RN), medical doctor (MD), doctor of osteopathy (DO), or physicians assistant (PA).
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course is designed to teach participants the fundamentals of teaching Basic Life Support (BLS) to a variety of audiences. Successful completion of this course allows the participant to teach CPR and offer American Heart Association course completion cards to lay rescuers and health professionals. Successful completion of this course will result in American Heart Association CPR Instructor certification. This course requires completion of EMS 1010 with current certification or current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider.
  • 1.00 Credits

    The ACLS Instructor course is designed to prepare individuals to become instructors in advanced cardiac life support (ACLS). Upon successful completion of the ACLS Instructor course, instructor candidates will be able to teach an American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS course using the video and lesson maps in the ACLS course instructor materials and will obtain AHA ACLS Instructor certification. This course requires completion of EMS 2001 or current ACLS certification and EMS 1010 with current certification or current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider. Students must possess current certification or licensure as a paramedic (EMT-P), registered nurse (RN), medical doctor (MD), doctor of osteopathy (DO), respiratory therapist (RT), dentist (DDS), or physician's assistant (PA). Recommendation(s): One year as an advanced life support (ALS) provider.
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course is designed to prepare individuals to become instructors in pediatric advanced life support (PALS). Upon successful completion of the PALS instructor course, instructor candidates will be able to teach a PALS course using the video and lesson maps in the PALS course instructor materials; and will obtain American Heart Association PALS Instructor certification. This course requires completion of EMS 2002 or current PALS certification and completion of EMS 1010 with current certification or current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider. Students must possess current certification or licensure as a paramedic, registered nurse (RN), medical moctor (MD), doctor of osteopathy (DO), respiratory therapist (RT), dentist (DDS), or physician's assistant (PA). Recommendation(s): One year as an advanced life support (ALS) provider.
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course is designed to prepare individuals to become instructors for the International Trauma Life Support course. Upon successful completion of the ITLS Instructor course, instructor candidates will be able to teach an ITLS course using ITLS course instructor materials and will receive ITLS Instructor certification. This course requires completion of EMS 2004 or Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) instructor or provider certification. Students must possess current certification or licensure as an emergency medical technician (EMT), paramedic, registered nurse (RN), Medical Doctor (MD), Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), respiratory therapist (RT), or physician's assistant (PA). Recommendation(s): One year as basic or advanced life support provider.
  • 9.00 Credits

    This course delivers the National EMS Educational Standards adopted by the state of Minnesota for Emergency Medical Technician education requirements. This course meets the needs of the entry-level Emergency Medical Technician for direct employment in an emergency ambulance service, basic transport service, an emergency department, police department, security department, or fire department. Completion of the EMT course prepares the student for the National Registry of EMT examination. Successful completion of the National Registry exam is recognized by the state of Minnesota to generate the state certification required to work and volunteer as an EMT in Minnesota. A student who has committed a misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, or felony may not qualify to gain certification as a Minnesota or Nationally Registered EMT. The National Registry of EMT examination testing requires a minimum age of 18. Proof of current/unexpired American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider card required prior to the end of EMT course. The AHA BLS Provider course may be taken concurrently with the EMT course. Students must successfully pass the Minnesota Human Services and National background studies with no restrictions. Students must be able to perform physical tasks to complete course requirements. Prerequisite(s): Course placement into college-level English and Reading OR completion of ENGL 0950 with a grade of C or higher OR completion of RDNG 0940 with a grade of C or higher and qualifying English Placement Exam OR completion of RDNG 0950 with a grade of C or higher and ENGL 0090 with a grade of C or higher OR completion of ESOL 0051 with a grade of C or higher and ESOL 0052 with a grade of C or higher.
  • 2.00 Credits

    This course, approved by the EMSRB, delivers the current National EMS Educational Standards adopted by the state of Minnesota. It is intended as an update for current EMTs seeking re-certification. Additional EMT didactic objectives, emergency care skills and techniques will be covered. Completion of course requirements and a successful state of Minnesota practical test will result in a renewed two-year certification as a Minnesota certified EMT. Student must be able to perform physical tasks to complete course requirements. This course requires current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider card prior to course completion; must provide Minnesota EMT number and expiration date. This course, approved by the EMSRB, delivers the current National EMS Educational Standards adopted by the state of Minnesota. It is intended as an update for current EMTs seeking re-certification.
  • 2.00 Credits

    This course explores the role of the Community Paramedic and how it is integrated into the primary care and public health systems. Students will explore the roles of other healthcare providers who are part of the healthcare home team. This course requires current State Paramedic certification with 2 years full-time experience or equivalent. Corequisites: EMSC 2910; EMSC 2920; EMSC 2930. Recommendation(s): Basic word processing skills. Basic internet based data entry. Online course navigation.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to guide the student through the community assessment process. Students will conduct a needs gap analysis in their home community, and create a resource map designed to meet those needs. This course requires current State Paramedic certification with 2 years full time experience or equivalent. Corequisites: EMSC 2900; EMSC 2920; EMSC 2930 Recommendation(s): Basic word processing skills. Basic internet based data entry. Online course navigation.
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