WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Emergency Medical Services 109B
Course Description and Outline |
EMS 109B: Emergency Medical Technician Basic Refresher
| Credits |
2 |
| Schedule of Classes |
Schedule History
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| Academic Discipline |
Emergency Medical Services
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| Academic Division |
Nursing and Allied Health |
| Prerequisites |
current Basic EMT Certification. Current CPR certification required. See Nursing and Allied Health website for further information. |
| Transfer Information |
Courses with a 'B' Designator after the number: This course may apply toward a WNC degree or certificate program depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may not transfer or apply to programs at four-year universities within Nevada (UNR, UNLV). In some cases, this course may transfer and apply to programs at two and four year colleges within Nevada and may transfer to out of state schools. For information about how this course may transfer or apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor. |
2008-2009 | I : Catalog Course Description |
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| Reviews and updates knowledge and skills for individuals seeking to maintain current certification as a Basic EMT. Meets or exceeds U.S. Department of Transportation criteria and requirements for National Registry Certification. Course is required every two years to maintain current certification. |
| II : Course Objectives |
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At the successful conclusion of the course the student will be able to:
- Apply knowledge and skills appropriate to the level of the EMT- Basic while providing safe and effective care to individuals experiencing sudden illness or accidents.
- Administer appropriate emergency medical care based on assessment findings, including the need for intervention by an advanced provider of care.
- Lift, move, position, and otherwise handle patients to minimize their discomfort and prevent further injury.
- Be eligible to apply for recertification as an EMT-Basic.
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| III : Course Linkage |
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| Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome. |
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