This course is designed to provide students with the resources and education for the level of Emergency Medical Technician-Basic. This course also includes the skills necessary for the individual to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with an ambulance or otherspecialized service. This course satisfies requirements for American Red Cross Professional Rescuer Certification. Each student must meet requirements to receive certification from the American Red Cross in order to successfully complete this course. This course meets half of the criteria standards for entry to state and national EMT-basic certification examinations. This course includes a lab to provide students with opportunities for active learning to improve retention and enhance the connection between theoretical concepts and practical application in the study of emergency medicine.
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