H S 87 Emergency Medical Technician

Units: 8
Hours: 108 hours LEC; 108 hours LAB
Grade Options: Letter Grade
Advisories: H ED 31 or H S 36 with a grade of “C” or better.
The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course provides students with an understanding of the Emergency Medical System (EMS), identifying medical emergencies, patient assessment process, and emergency medical care presently considered within the scope of practice for an EMT. This course will help prepare students to take the EMT National Registry exam. Upon completion of the National Registry exam, students may be able to find employment in the ambulance field, fire service, or the private sector. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree.