EMS 250 - Emergency Medical Technician Lecture

Description:
This course provides the didactic instruction in basic life support in accordance with the National EMS Education Standards. A minimum score of 83% is required for certification recommendation. Attendance in all sessions is expected. By instructor permission.

Prerequisites:
Co-requisite: EMS 250LAB.

Credits: (9)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

demonstrate a thorough knowledge of basic life support;
demonstrate practical skills related to treatment of the emergency medical patient;
demonstrate practical skills related to treatment of the emergency trauma patient;
demonstrate critical thinking skills in the clinical care and treatment of patients;
demonstrate a “patient-centric” approach to work as an EMT; and
successfully complete both NREMT Cognitive and Psychomotor Assessments.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
4/6/23

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Fall Locations: EllensburgSpring Locations: Ellensburg