HSCI 7 - Emergency Medical Responder

    Recent Professors
    Scott T. Emch, Michael B. Brehm, Erik S. Winblad, Trent W. Kirschner
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    6.9Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3.5
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of HSCI 7
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Provides the knowledge and practical skills training required to be certified as an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR). Comprehensive training includes oxygen therapy and delivery, basic airway adjuncts, positive pressure ventilation, bleeding control, extremity splinting and spinal immobilization. Emphasizes a systematic patient assessment, critical thinking and medical interventions at the first responder level. Provides the mandated training for recognizing the risks of bloodborne pathogens, infection control, body substance isolation (BSI), and personal protection equipment in accordance with OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.1030 specific to the EMS first responder and healthcare professional. Upon completion with a grade of "C" or better, students are issued a certificate of completion and are eligible to apply for an EMR certification through the state of California. (CSU)
    Usually Held
    Fri 8:00am–5:50pm, Fri 1:25pm–5:50pm, Fri 8:00am–1:25pm, Fri 1:25pm–5:40pm