The EMT-P course provides the most advanced training available. The Associate of Applied Science degree offers a comprehensive course of study that prepares the graduate to sit for the EMT-P certification examination as well as meeting the requirements for the associate degree.
Graduates are prepared to deliver emergency care to patients prior to their arrival at a hospital.
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.