This course is designed for students training to become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and prepares the EMT student to provide pre-hospital assessment and care for patients of all ages with a variety of medical conditions and traumatic injuries. Areas of study include an introduction to emergency medical services systems, roles and responsibilities of EMTs, anatomy and physiology, medical emergencies, trauma, special consideration for working in the pre-hospital setting, and providing patient transportation. Successful completion of this course leads to eligibility to take New York State EMT Certification Exams.
Semester Offered
Offered Fall and Spring