Emergency Medical Services (EMS) at New River Community College
Distance Learning
Time of Day
Term
- EMS 100 - CPR for Healthcare Providers
- Provides instruction in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation that meets current Emergency Cardiac Care (ECC) guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation education for Healthcare Providers. Equivalent to HLT 105.Lecture 1 hours per week.
1 credits - EMS 105 - Basic Medication Administration Procedures
- Covers basic theory and practical application of medication and drug dosage, as well as calculations. Direct application to the functional performance of the EMT-Intermediate in the field and clinical settings is stressed.Lecture 1 hour per week.
1 credits - EMS 111 - Emergency Medical Technician
- Prepares student for certification as a Virginia and National Registry EMT. Focuses on all aspects of pre-hospital basic life support as defined by the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services curriculum for Emergency Medicine Technician.Lecture 5 hours. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 9 hours per week.
Prerequisite: EMS 100/equivalent. Co-requisite: EMS 120.7 credits - EMS 112 - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic I
- Prepares student for certification as a Virginia and/or National Registry EMT-Basic. Focuses on all aspects of pre-hospital basic life support as defined by the Virginia office of Emergency Medical Services curriculum for Emergency Medicine Technician Basic.Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
4 credits - EMS 113 - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic II
- Continues preparation of student for certification as a Virginia and/or National Registry EMT-Basic. Includes all aspects of pre-hospital basic life support as defined by the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services curriculum for Emergency Medicine Technician Basic.Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
3 credits - EMS 120 - Emergency Medical Technician - Clinical
- Provides supervised direct patient contact introducing the student to the assessment and emergency care of sick and injured patients.Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.
This course is a co-requisite for either EMS 111 or EMS 113, depending upon the program in which the student is participating.1 credits - EMS 123 - EMS Clinical Preparation
- Introduces the student to local clinical agencies and prepares the student for clinical activities above the level of EMT. Includes prerequisites required by clinical affiliates, therapeutic communication, primary assessment, history taking, secondary assessment, reassessment, monitoring devices and documentation.Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.1 credits - EMS 151 - Introduction to Advanced Life Support
- Prepares the student for Virginia Enhanced certification eligibility and begins the sequence for National Registry Intermediate and/or Paramedic certification. Includes the theory and application of the following: foundations, human systems, pharmacology, overview of shock, venous access, airway management, patient assessment, respiratory emergencies, allergic reaction, and assessment based management. Conforms at a minimum to the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services curriculum.Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
Co-requisite: EMS 170.4 credits - EMS 153 - Basic ECG Recognition
- Focuses on the interpretation of basic electrocardiograms (ECG) and their significance. Includes an overview of anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system including structure, function and electrical conduction in the heart. Covers advanced concepts that build on the knowledge and skills of basic dysrhythmia determination and introduction to 12 lead ECG.Lecture 2 hours per week.
2 credits - EMS 155 - ALS - Medical Care
- Continues the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services Intermediate and/or Paramedic curricula. Includes ALS pharmacology, drug and fluid administration with emphasis on patient assessment, differential diagnosis and management of multiple medical complaints. Includes, but are not limited to conditions relating to cardiac, diabetic, neurological, non-traumatic abdominal pain, environmental, behavioral, gynecology, and toxicological disease conditions.Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Current EMT-B certification, EMS 151 and EMS 153.4 credits - EMS 157 - ALS - Trauma Care
- Continues the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services Intermediate and/or Paramedic curricula. Utilizes techniques which will allow the student to utilize the assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement the treatment plan for the trauma patient.Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Current EMT-B certification and EMS 151.3 credits - EMS 159 - ALS - Special Populations
- Continues the Virginia office of Emergency Medical Services Intermediate and/or Paramedic curricula. Focuses on the assessment and management of specialty patients including obstetrical, pediatric, and neonates.2 lecture hours; 2 lab hours; 4 Hours per week
Pre reqs. EMS 151 and EMS 153; Pre or Co-reqs EMS 1553 credits - EMS 163 - Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
- Prepares for certification as a Prehospital Trauma Life Support provider as defined by the American College of Surgeons.Lecture 1 hour per week.
Prerequisites: EMS 111 or equivalent.1 credits - EMS 164 - Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS)
- Covers current topics of care for adult patients suffering extensive medical conditions and emergencies, and offers certification as an Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) as defined by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT).Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.
1 credits - EMS 165 - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Prepares for certification as an Advanced Cardiac Life provider. Follows course as defined by the American Heart Association.Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.
Prerequisite: EMS 100 or equivalent1 credits - EMS 167 - Emergency Pediatrics Course (EPC)
- Provides a unique approach to pediatric medical care, offering assessment techniques that can help EMS practitioners rapidly and accurately assess pediatric patients to determine which situations may be life threatening and require immediate intervention. Offers certification as defined by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT).Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.
1 credits - EMS 169 - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Prepares the student for certification as a pediatric advanced life support provider as defined by the American Heart Association. Covers primary assessment and emergency care of infants and children.Lecture 1 hour per week.
1 credits - EMS 170 - ALS Internship I
- Begins the first in a series of clinical experiences providing supervised direct patient contact in appropriate patient care facilities in and out of hospitals. Includes but not limited to patient care units such as the Emergency Department, Critical Care units, Pediatric, Labor and Delivery, Operating Room, Trauma centers and various advanced life support units.Laboratory 3-6 hours per week.
1-2 credits - EMS 172 - ALS Clinical Internship II
- Continues with the second in a series of clinical experiences providing supervised direct patient contact in appropriate patient care facilities in and out of hospitals. Includes but not limited to patient care units such as the Emergency Department, Critical Care units, Pediatric, Labor and Delivery, Operating Room and Trauma Centers.Laboratory 3-6 hours per week.
Co-requisite: EMS 151.1-2 credits - EMS 173 - ALS Field Intership II
- Continues with the second in a series of field experiences providing supervised direct patient care in out-of-hospital advanced life support units.Laboratory 3 hours per week.
1 credits - EMS 180 - Advanced EMS Foundations
- Introduces fundamental concepts established by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for the Advanced EMT curriculum. Includes EMS systems, introduction to research, workforce safety and wellness, EMS system communications, therapeutic communication, and legal and ethical issues.Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.1 credits - EMS 181 - Advanced Airway and Shock Management
- Introduces core principles of airway, shock, and resuscitation as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) within the Advanced EMT curriculum. Provides students with a fundamental knowledge of the Cardiopulmonary system, including its assessment and management of shock. Covers cardiac arrest and post-arrest management.Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS. Co-requisite: EMS 182: Advanced Airway & Shock Management Laboratory1 credits - EMS 182 - Advanced Airway and Shock Management Lab
- Examines assessment and management of trauma emergencies as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) within the Advanced EMT curriculum. Provides students with specific skills related to airway, resuscitation and shock management.Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS. Co-requisite: EMS 181: Advanced Airway and Shock Management1 credits - EMS 183 - Advanced Medical Care
- Examines the assessment and management of medical emergencies as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) within the Advanced EMT curriculum.Lecture 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS. Corequisite: EMS 184: Advanced Medical Care Laboratory2 credits - EMS 184 - Advanced Medical Care Laboratory
- Focuses on specific skills related to the assessment and management of common medical emergencies as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) within the Advanced EMT curriculum.Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS program. Corequisite: EMS 183: Advanced Medical Care1 credits - EMS 185 - Advanced Trauma Care
- Examines the assessment and management of trauma emergencies as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) within the Advanced EMT curriculum.Lecture 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS. Co-requisite: EMS 186: Advanced Trauma Care Laboratory2 credits - EMS 186 - Advanced Trauma Care Laboratory
- Focuses on specific skills related to the assessment and management of trauma emergencies as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) within the Advanced EMT curriculum.Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS. Corequisite: EMS 185: Advanced Trauma Care Laboratory1 credits - EMS 195 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits - EMS 212 - Leadership and Professional Development
- Focuses on the development of leadership within the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), topics include civic engagement, personal wellness, resource management, ethical considerations in leadership and research.Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.
1 credits - EMS 216 - Paramedic Review
- Provides the student with intensive review for the practical and written portions of the National Registry Paramedic exam. May be repeated once, for credit.Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.
1 credits - EMS 221 - Paramedic Cardiovascular Care
- Covers in-depth assessment and management of cardiovascular conditions, as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for Paramedics.Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS. Corequisite: EMS 222: Paramedic Cardiovascular Care Laboratory3 credits - EMS 222 - Paramedic Cardiovascular Care Laboratory
- Focuses on skills involved in the assessment and management of cardiac-related emergencies as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for Paramedics. Develops competency in basic dysrhythmia recognition and overall cardiac patient care.Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS. Corequisite: EMS 221: Paramedic Cardiovascular Care1 credits - EMS 223 - Paramedic Patient Care I
- Covers the breadth of medical and trauma conditions as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for Paramedics. Part I of II.Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS. Corequisite: EMS 224: Paramedic Patient Care I Laboratory3 credits - EMS 224 - Paramedic Patient Care I Laboratory
- Covers the skills related to the breadth of medical and trauma conditions as outlined by the NationalEmergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for Paramedics. Part I of II.Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS. Corequisite: EMS 223: Paramedic Patient Care I1 credits - EMS 225 - Paramedic Patient Care II
- Covers the depth of medical and trauma conditions as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for Paramedics. Part II of II.Lecture 5 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS. Corequisite: EMS 226: Paramedic Patient Care II Lab5 credits - EMS 226 - Paramedic Patient Care Laboratory II
- Covers the skills related to the depth of medical and trauma conditions as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for Paramedics. Part II of II.Laboratory 4 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS. Corequisite: EMS 225: Paramedic Patient Care II.2 credits - EMS 241 - Paramedic Internship I
- Introduces students to live patient assessment and management in the clinical and field setting. Begins a continuum of learning involving live patients that leads to entry-level competence at the paramedic level. Part I of II.Laboratory 6 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.2 credits - EMS 246 - Paramedic Internship II
- Introduces students to live patient assessment and management in the clinical and field set. Continues the learning experience with live patients that leads to entry-level competence at the paramedic level. Part II of II.Laboratory 6 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.2 credits - EMS 249 - Paramedic Capstone Internship
- Provides summative evaluation of the Paramedic student in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains.Laboratory 6 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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