Students are trained in life support procedures performed by following orders of the physicians or by following standard protocols. Some advanced skills are taught. This course emphasizes the development of student skills in emergency medical care procedures. Includes life threatening emergencies, injuries to various body parts, techniques of moving patients, CPR-BLS, Mandatory Reporter, and bloodborne pathogens. Successful completion of course requirements allows students to write certification examination for EMS First Responder.
Course meets pre-admission requirements for all health occupations.