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Apr 18, 2024
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EMT 261 Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (13.6 credits)
Prerequisite Current National Registry Certification (NREMT) as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or an equivalent Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) or a current and valid state EMT certification. One year of prehospital related field experience. Current CPR certification American Heart Association “BLS” Healthcare Provider or Military Training Network (MTN). Must be at least 17 years old at the beginning of the course.
Course Description
This course is designed for individuals with experience in the medical field as it relates to prehospital medical care. The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Program (AEMT) expands the scope of practice of current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. Training will include intravenous therapy (IV), electrocardiogram (EKG) and medication administration. The advanced emergency medical technician is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system.
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