Emergency Medial Services (EMS)

Course Description:

Emergency Medical Services is an introduction to the world of emergency medicine. Students will learn how to provide care and transportation to the sick and injured, typically in a pre-hospital setting. 

• Students who meet state-required knowledge, skills and clinical objectives may be eligible to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam.
• Successful completion of the NREMT exam allows the student to obtain either an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) State of Michigan license to practice medicine. 
• Students have the opportunity to participate in the Annual Inter-Tech Competition where they showcase their skills and knowledge. Students from area tech centers compete in the categories of medical scenario management, trauma scenario management, pediatric assessment, and a written test.

Students who would benefit from this program

Students who would benefit from this program are those who enjoy helping others in an emergency situation, work well under pressure, enjoy working in a team and are compassionate. This class will help lay the foundation for success in EMS, nursing, police, fire, or public safety careers.

Course Outline:

1st Semester: Preparatory (Introduction to EMS), Airway Management, Patient Assessment, Medical Patient Assessment Part 1, Medical Math.

2nd Semester: Medical Patient Assessment Part 2, Trauma Patient Assessment, Special Populations (Geriatrics, Pediatrics, Special Needs), Operations (Ambulance OPS, HAZMAT, Triage, MCI, Gaining Access), and Medical Math.

High School Credit:

Students will earn elective credit at their high school upon completion of this course. Please see a high school counselor (based on district decision) for eligibility towards 4th-year math-related credit, VPAA credit, and waived credits for third year science and second year world language.

College Credit: Davenport University or Ferris State University offer articulate credit for this course. 

Length of Program:

1 year, Senior Only