EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
Course Code:
8333/8334
Course Description:
Emergency Medical Technicians are part of one of three public safety divisions (EMS, Fire, and Law Enforcement). Their job includes the daily routine of dealing with crisis, trauma, hazardous materials, illness, injuries and the training of mass casualties, disaster management, and terrorism awareness. The work they do often means the difference between life and death. Although the job can be stressful, EMT’s and Paramedics enjoy the challenge and excitement of their jobs and view them as an opportunity to make a real difference.
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Topics of Study: CPR, First Aid, Bloodborne Pathogens, SDS, & OSHA Medical, Legal, & Ethical Issues Patient Assessment, Treatment, & Transport Vehicle Design & Extrication Anatomy & Physiology Hazardous Materials Trauma, Medical, & Environmental Incidents Mass Casualty & Disaster Management Scene Safety & Personal Protection Medical Management, Pharmacology, & Obstetrics Communications – Written & Oral
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Campus Location: Butler Farm, Hampton Sessions: AM and PM Class Size: 20 students Credentials: EMT-B Virginia State Certification First Aid – AHA Basic Life Support – AHA Mass Casualty I & II – OEMS NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 – FEMA Emergency Vehicle Operations Course – VAVRS
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Career & Technical Student Organization: Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) Work-Based Learning Opportunities: Clinical Experience Course Prerequisites: Must be 16 years of age at the beginning of the course Completed 10th grade English with a grade of “C” or better Must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the English language at the 10th grade level Clinical experience may require drug testing and a COVID-19 vaccination and/or testing Must complete FEMA 100, 200, 700, 800 during the summer before class begins Must complete BLS for Healthcare Providers during the 1st weekend of school No physical/mental impairments that render them unable to perform all required practical skills Must not have been found guilty of any crime involving sexual misconduct, abuse, neglect, theft from or financial exploitation, any crime involving use, possession, or distribution of illegal drugs, and any felonies.
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Instructor Bio:
Jeff Brittingham
757-766-1100 ext. 3334
EMS Education Coordinator from the VA Office of Emergency Medical Services
20+ years of industry experience in the field of Fire and EMS
Instructor Level Certifications for BLS, Advanced Life Support, Trauma Life Support, Emergency Vehicle Operations, Mass Casualty Incident Management, & Blood-Borne Pathogens
Projected Employment:
Overall employment of EMTs and paramedics is projected to grow 5 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.
“EMT’s” Occupational Outlook Handbook, US Bureau of Labor Statistics, 11 October, 2023. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/emts-and-paramedics.htm#tab-6
Career Pathways:
Emergency Medical Technician
Firefighter
Emergency Management Director
Registered Nurse