EMS 011 - Emergency Medical Technician I- Recertification

    Recent Professors
    Robert Aikman, Anthony Blakeley, Frankie Santelises
    Recent Semesters
    2027SP, 2026SP
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    0.5
    Prerequisite
    Students must have EMT-Basic Certification and have a current CPR card for BLS Healthcare Provider issued by the American Heart Association and it must remain valid for the duration of the EMS-011 class.
    2027SP Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Provides training and knowledge required for Recertification for Emergency Medical Technician I as outlined by the State of California. EMT Certification is the minimum requirement for ambulance attendants and is a prerequisite for the Paramedic program, as well as most entry level firefighter positions, Content includes review of (1) basic life-support measures; (2) cardiopulmonary resuscitation; and (3) use of emergency medical equipment and supplies. Twenty-four hours of continuing education for EMT-B. EMT certification is the minimum requirement for ambulance attendants and is a prerequisite for the Paramedic program and most entry level firefighter positions. This course is instructed in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) National EMS Education Standards (DOT HS 811 077A, January 2009), and is approved by the Contra Costa County Emergency Medical Services Administration (Title 22) and the National Registry of EMTs. Four hours of continuing education for EMT-B expanded scope skills of the administration of Naloxone, Epinephrine and use of the Glucometer, as required by Title 22 Div. 9 Chapter 2, as well as the US DOT HS 81 1 077A.
    Usually Held
    Fri Sun 1:30pm–2:20pm, Fri Sun 2:20pm–6:45pm, Fri Sun 9:05am–12:30pm