Emergency Medical Services, Short-Term Technical Certificate
Curriculum Code #2114
Effective May 2023
Division of Health and Wellness Sciences
There are four recognized certification levels for Emergency Medical Services. Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), advanced EMT (AEMT) and Paramedic. Included in this certificate is the course that leads to EMT certification. The EMT performs assessments of medical and trauma patients and appropriately cares for the patient based on the assessment. The care provided includes managing cardiac arrest, assisting ventilations, splinting, and administering medications. The EMT program is accredited by the Ohio Division of Emergency Medical Services (OH 319). Lorain County Community College has articulation agreements with colleges and universities including programs offered by Lorain County Community College’s University Partnership.
Code | Title | Hours |
---|---|---|
REQUIRED COURSES | ||
EMSB 101 | EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN | 8 |
Total Hours | 8 |
Program Contact(s):
Dawn Sgro
440-366-7186
dsgro@lorainccc.edu
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