Recent SemestersFall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025Class Size30–35 studentsCredits0.5 Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course covers the skills required to integrate the use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED), Esophageal/Tracheal Airway Device "Combitube®," and Laryngeal/Tracheal Airway "King®" in the prehospital care/management of the victim of cardiac/respiratory arrest. Topics include skill proficiency in basic life support; airway management; use of the AED; and intubation utilizing a San Diego Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA)-approved perilaryngeal airway adjunct. This course is intended for practicing Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), students seeking initial EMT certification, or others working in the healthcare field. Students must be employed with an approved provider agency in order to utilize the airway device in the provision of care.Usually HeldFri 8:30am–3:00pm, Sat 8:30am–3:00pm, Tue 8:30am–3:00pm, Fri 8:30am–3:30pm