Certificate in Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
2022-2023 Map
Total Units: 4
Term 1
4 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| EMS 110: Emergency Medical Responder | 4.00 | ||
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Prerequisite(s): American Heart Association Professional Health Care Provider CPR or equivalent, must be 18 years of age as of first day of class This course will instruct students to the level of Emergency Medical Responder (EMR). The primary focus of the EMR is to initiate immediate lifesaving care to critical patients who access the emergency medical system. The course covers the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide lifesaving interventions while awaiting additional Emergency Medical Service (EMS) response and to assist higher level personnel at the scene and during transport. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be eligible to take the exam required for certification as an EMR in the state of California. |
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Notes:
The department recommends BIOL-10 or BIOL-20/21 or ALH-104 before taking this course and a solid algebraic/math background.