EMSP 1510 Syllabus

Subject Code

EMSP

Course Number

1510

Course Title

Advanced Concepts for the AEMT

Prerequisites

EMSP 1160 with a grade of C or higher

Corequisites

Terms Offered

Offered Summer

Credit Hours

(2-2-3)

Course Description

This course serves as the introductory course to the advanced level practice of the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT). It expands on the information attained at the EMT level. Topics include EMS systems, documentation, EMS system communication, therapeutic communication, principles of pharmacology, medication administration, emergency medications, airway management, respiration, artificial ventilation, primary assessment, and secondary assessment.