This course details the skills and knowledge that an EMT-B is allowed to perform while providing emergency medical care to the sick and injured. Intravenous maintenance, non-visualized airway, automatic defibrillation, NLAST therapy, advanced emergency care and limited pharmacology are presented. Emphasis is on forming the student's ability to perform the skills appropriately to function as an EMT-B.  Upon successful completion of the course and certification examination by the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, the student can function as an Emergency Medical Technician.

BENEFITS TO YOUR ORGANIZATION

• State required & recognized workforce certification
• Upgrade employee skills & knowledge
• Organizational career development opportunity

COURSE OBJECTIVES

• Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the EMT-B in health care
• Understand EMT-B scope of practice
• Define and use medical terminology accurately.
• Perform the skills essential to the EMT according to Ivy Tech Community College and state standards
• Successfully understand and show competency in all 1997 National Objectives

TRAINING DESCRIPTION

This class will prepare participants to perform as an EMT-B with the skills, knowledge and attitudes essential to being a productive member of the health care team. The course includes classroom, clinical and internship experience according to Indiana State Department of Homeland Security standards.  Prerequisites include, but are not limited to:

• Proof of being at least 18 years of age
• Proof of high school diploma or GED
• CPR Training: American Heart Association-Healthcare Provider or American Red Cross-Professional Rescuer certificate or an equivalency to either certification
• Proof of being at least 18 years of age
• Physical examination
• Proof of 2-Step Mantoux TB test
• Other documentation as required by ISDH or Ivy Tech Community College

Participants are responsible for costs associated with obtaining required documentation.

HOURS

Your Emergency Medical Technician - Basic course is a 136-hour training activity, schedule according to State of Indiana requirements for up to 12 participants.  Pricing includes training administration, instruction, placement in an emergency room, internship placement with EMS service, textbooks and course materials, state exam fees, and an activity evaluation at the conclusion of training.  

Course Offered Open Enrollment: No

Online Delivery Available: No

Certification Option: Yes