Credits: 10 @ 2 periods

Semesters: 1 @ 2 periods

Prerequisite: First Responder or Waiver

Requirements:
Own transportation to class
Must be16 by September 1 or a Jr.
9th grade reading level

Course Description:
Prepare for employment in pre-hospital emergency care such as an ambulance attendant or E.R. technician. Completing students 18 or older can apply for L.A. County EMT certification. CPR card will be issued when training is completed.

Competencies
Demonstrate knowledge of:
*Basic anatomy & physiology
*Patient assessment
*Proper patient movement techniques
*Control of bleeding
*Diagnostic signs
*Circulatory emergencies
*Shock procedures
*Respiratory emergencies
*CPR
*Soft tissue injury
*Fractures, dislocations, sprains
*Nervous system trauma
*Airway adjuncts/oxygen therapy/suctioning techniques
*Develop job acquisition skills
*Identify career opportunities in EM Services
*Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) training