EMS 2119 - Fundamentals of Emergency Medical Care - AS

6 credits
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program
Corequisites: EMS 2119L and EMS 2421L must be taken in the same semester and on the same campus
Note: A grade of “C” or better is required to successfully complete this course.

This course prepares students for employment as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). It is an introductory survey of emergency medical services, including but not limited to: preparatory, airway and double lumen device, patient assessment, medical behavioral emergencies, obstetrics, gynecology, trauma, infants and children, geriatrics, and operations. Upon successful completion of EMS 2119 , EMS 2119L , and EMS 2421L , students will earn a College Credit Certificate which will allow the program to submit their name to become a Florida certified EMT.