0.00 - 7.00 Credits
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provides an overview of Emergency Medical Systems, communication and documentation skills, understanding data research collection, workforce and patient safety, EMT wellness, medical terminology, medical legal and ethical issues, life span development, overview of the public healthcare system, anatomy and physiology of the human body, basic pharmacology, basic airway management techniques, medical and trauma patient assessment, splinting and bandaging, shock pathophysiology and resuscitation management, special needs patients and EMS operations. This class will also include cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification by the American Heart Association. Students will be required to obtain liability insurance coverage ($1,000,000 to $3,000,000) within two (2) weeks of starting class. Students must complete all clinical affilate requirements prior to attending an assigned clinical rotation. Clinical rotations are completed with local clinical affiliates, emergency departments, and area ambulance services where the student will perform patient assessments skills. The successful completion of the course satisfies one of the eligibility repuirements to challenge the National Registry exam to obtain National Certification as an EMT and Tennessee State licensure as an EMT.Prerequisites & Notes7 Credit Hours - 6 Lecture Hours - 2 Lab Hours (F)