Emergency Medical Technician Overview (6446) Limited Access
Type of Award
CCC - College Credit Certificate
Program Website
www.palmbeachstate.edu/career-pathways/pathway-public-safety/default.aspx
Program Description
This applied technology diploma program is designed to prepare the student for the Florida State Board Examination for Emergency Medical Technician - Basic. EMT-Bs serve as a link in the chain of the health care team. It is recognized that the majority of pre-hospital emergency medical care will be provided by the EMT-Bs. This includes all skills necessary for the individual to provide emergency care at a basic life support level with an ambulance service or other emergency services agency.
Classroom study and clinical work equip the student with the skills in patient assessment, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), oxygen therapy, shock prevention, bandaging, splinting, spinal immobilization and vehicle extrication that are necessary for a career in out-of-hospital emergency medicine.
This program is approved by the Florida Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (Ch 401, FS, Ch. 64J-1, FAC) and follows the most current U.S. Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum.
Program Learning Outcomes
For detailed information, visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/learningoutcomes/Program-Learning-Outcomes
Admission Requirements
Special admission requirements are associated with this program. For details, call the program office at (561) 868-3355.
Completion Requirements
Students must successfully complete all courses listed in the catalog for this program.
Program Length
Total program credits: 12. This is a one semester program.
Location
The program is offered at the Lake Worth campus.
For More Information
James J. Smith, smithjj@palmbeachstate.edu, (561) 868-3355
Employment Opportunities
EMT-Bs work in hospitals and doctor's offices, drive ambulances, and also provide basic emergency care such as stabilizing patients, controlling bleeding and giving oxygen.
Career Path Notes
This program is a prerequisite to the paramedic program. Students who want to move up in the field should start out in EMT-Basic.
Career Center
www.palmbeachstate.edu/Career
For more information about employment opportunities including job outlook and salary information visit: Occupational Outlook Handbook: www.bls.gov/ooh
O-Net Online: www.onetonline.org
Required courses:
Required Courses (Credits: 12)
| EMS1158C | Emergency Medical Technician (AS) | 12 credits (6 lecture hours, 10 lab hours, 3 clinical hours) |
Course Sequence
Term One - Fall (Year One) (Credits: 12)
| EMS1158C | Emergency Medical Technician (AS) | 12 credits (6 lecture hours, 10 lab hours, 3 clinical hours) |