FSCI 2330 - Emergency Medical Technician I

Lec. 6; Lab. 3; Cr. 7

This basic course combines classroom teaching with supervised laboratory and clinical experience as learning activities that focus on the roles and responsibilities of emergency medical health professionals. Strong emphasis is placed on learning to accurately assess the patient’s condition, with particular attention devoted to air way and oxygen therapy; management of the patient with injuries to the head, neck, and spine; care of fractures through the use of splinting devices; extrication procedures; and assessment and initial treatment of medical emergencies. Meets eligibility requirements for national certification examinations.

Prerequisite(s): Must be eligible to take ENGL 1001 and MATH 1021 and/or consent of the Head of Health Sciences and Business Technology.