EMT M01

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. Prerequisites: Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider (BLS Provider) CPR card or American Red Cross Professional Rescuer Card or equivalent that meets AHA ECC guidelines. Corequisites: EMT M01L. Recommended Prep: NS M19. Transfer credit: CSU.