Emergency Medical Service

Pathophysiology is the foundation of any medical career. This course focuses on the concepts of pathophysiology essential to understanding alterations in body systems. A strong knowledge base on pathophysiology is important in clinical decision-making in the emergency setting. The students will also understand how the pathological processes manifest themselves in the body and relate to the disease process of medical conditions that healthcare professionals encounter in the field.

This course is designed to provide more in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology to help students build a foundation when entering the paramedic academy. This course has a lecture and lab component where the structure and function of all of the body systems will be discussed and applied. This course satisfies the science credit for the Associates in Applied Science- Prehospital Emergency Services only. This course is also a prerequisite to enter into the paramedic program.

This course is designed to provide more in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology to help students build a foundation when entering the paramedic academy. This course has a lecture and lab component where the structure and function of all of the body systems will be discussed and applied. This course satisfies the science credit for the Associates in Applied Science- Prehospital Emergency Services only. This course is also a prerequisite to enter into the paramedic program.

This course is designed for students to practice skills appropriate to national level exams within the paramedic scope.

This course will prepare the Paramedic student to recognize and identify cardiac abnormalities in a 12-lead ECG as well as be able to identify when to treat abnormalities based on the presentation of the patient

This course defines the roles and responsibilities of the paramedic and the importance of scene safety, stress management, and wellness when practicing in the field. The course also provides information on injury prevention and the use of protective equipment needed to protect the paramedic in the field. It will provide the student with an understanding of the medical-legal and ethical issues, which will affect them in their career. Students will also develop communication and documentation skills necessary to perform their duties. They will overview life span development and how it influences their assessment of different patient populations. Students will also develop critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills utilizing crew resource management and leadership skills to be able to effectively manage a scene. Students will also discuss career options in the field of paramedicine. This course satisfies 10 hours of Human Relations general education requirement.

The primary focus of the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is to provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system. Successful completion of this course allows the candidate to sit for the National Registry of EMT's and State of Nevada's certification exam.

The primary focus of the Emergency Medical Technician is to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual posses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transport. Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. At the successful completion of this course, the student will be eligible to receive EMT Certification from the National Registry of EMTs and the State of Nevada Health Division. Students must be 18 years old upon completion of this class. * This course satisfies 18 hours of instruction toward completing the embedded Human Relations curriculum requirements, in accordance with Embedded Curriculum Guidelines Option A.

The primary focus of the Emergency Medical Technician is to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual posses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transport. Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. At the successful completion of this course, the student will be eligible to receive EMT Certification from the National Registry of EMTs and the State of Nevada Health Division. Students must be 18 years old upon completion of this class. * This course satisfies 18 hours of instruction toward completing the embedded Human Relations curriculum requirements, in accordance with Embedded Curriculum Guidelines Option A.

This course is a video-based instructional module in CPR and First Aid. It includes peer practice, manikin practice, and case discussions. This course may be conducted to train students in the academic setting or to provide emergency training in the workplace.