Emergency Medical Services
Emergency Medical Services
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) clinicians are unique health care professionals in that they provide medical care in many environments, locations, and situations. Much of this care occurs in out-of-hospital settings with little onsite supervision. Physician medical directors provide medical oversight to ensure and maintain safe EMS practices. This is occasionally performed in-person by medical directors in the field or through electronic communications, but more commonly is accomplished through protocol development and quality improvement based on evidence-based treatment standards and resources such as this Practice Model. EMS personnel are not independent clinicians but are expected to execute many treatment modalities based on their assessments and protocols in challenging situations. They must be able to exercise considerable judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Transfer Information
Students planning to transfer need to consult with a counselor, prepare a Student Education Plan, and take advantage of the support services available in the Career Transfer Center located in Fountain Hall, (805) 378-1536.
Prepares students to render pre-hospital basic life support at the scene of an emergency, during transport of the sick and injured, or during inter-facility transfer. Introduces topics in the field of emergency care including anatomy, physiology, patient assessment, medical and traumatic emergencies and injuries. Successful completion of this course and EMT M01L will prepare the student to take the National Registry of EMT (NREMT) Basic Exam (providing all other requirements are met). Students are required to bring a current CPR card to the first day of class to remain enrolled in the class. Due to clinical facility requirements, students must be 18 years old by the first day of class. Evidence of current health insurance and clearance of health appraisal, background check, and drug screening is required prior to clinical rotations and for continued enrollment in the course.
Prepares the student to render pre-hospital basic life support at the scene of an emergency, during transport of the sick, injured or during inter-facility transfer. Applies the theory of patient assessment and emergency care presented in skills lab setting in a mock casualty emergency situation. Provides skills training and clinical experience in an emergency room and/or on an emergency vehicle. Successful completion of this course and EMT M01 will prepare the student to take the National Registry of EMT (NREMT) Basic Exam (providing all other state requirements are met). Students are required to bring a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) CPR card to the first day of class to remain enrolled in the class. Due to clinical facility requirements, students must be 18 years old by the first day of class. Evidence of current health insurance and clearance of health appraisal, background check, and drug screening are required prior to clinical rotations and for continued enrollment in the course.
Updates the skills and knowledge of the emergency medical technician to meet State/National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) requirements for recertification. Reviews life support assessment, emergency interventions and the use of emergency equipment and supplies. Course Credit Limitation: Can be used only once toward AA/AS Degree.
Covers immediate lifesaving care to critical patients. Provides basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide lifesaving interventions while awaiting additional Emergency Medical Services (EMS) response and to assist higher level personnel at the scene and during transport. Instills knowledge for Emergency Medical Responders (EMR) to function as part of a comprehensive EMS team under medical oversight, and utilizing basic interventions with minimal equipment. Prepares students in the fields of Professional and Volunteer Firefighters and Peace Officers. Provides students with an American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Card. Prepares students to take the National EMR Exam.