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EMS 180 Advanced EMS Foundations

1 credit(s)
Prerequisite(s): Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.
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.

NOTE: This course includes a course fee. These fees help ensure this program has the equipment, supplies, and materials needed to provide students with quality educational experiences. Course fees are charged in addition to standard tuition and will appear on your SIS student account bill. Federal and state financial aid may be applied toward these course fees. More information can be found online at Course Fees - VCCS.
Course fee calculator Total 1 hours per week.


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