PMED 1018 Emergency Medical Technician--Basic
The course prepares individuals to provide basic emergency care at the scene of an accident or illness and to stabilize and transport the victim to a facility providing emergency medical services. Common injuries and medical emergencies will be studied along with the roles and responsibilities of the Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-B). Students also will be required to complete a minimum number of hours of hospital clinical and ambulance ride time. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, the student will be eligible to take the state EMT-B test. Each student in this course must have a physical exam, criminal background check without any disqualifying convictions and a negative drug screen.
Prerequisite
Appropriate assessment score; the Office of Admissions and Registration must have proof of current CPR certification at the Healthcare Provider level; and the student's official high school transcript indicating graduation or GED scores indicating successful completion must be on file. (High school seniors should consult an advisor for requirements.) To sit for the Illinois Department of Public Health EMT-B test, the student must be at least 18 years of age.
Lecture Hours
7
Lab Hours
3
Fees
$50