Emergency Medical Services
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It's all about people! EMTs are on the job because they want to make a difference in their community. The demand for caring, educated first responders in both the public and private sectors is growing.
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What will my classes be like?
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| Learn how teamwork can make a lifesaving difference by mastering rescue techniques used by EMTs. You'll practice CPR, patient assessment and stabilization, treatment of those injured and ill, and transportation of patients. Lessons in anatomy show you how the human body works, transforming you into an expert first responder. Work alongside emergency room doctors, nurses, and paramedics in area hospital emergency rooms and fire departments during your required 40 hour internship. |
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Program Description
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This program prepares students to take the licensure examination of the Illinois Department of Public Health to become an EMT-B. The course of instruction is prescribed by the state of Illinois Department of Transportation. Activities include classroom instruction, practical demonstrations, testing, clinical experiences in a hospital emergency room, and ride alongs with local Fire/EMS departments. Professionalism, the emergency services system, and the responsibilities of emergency service personnel will be emphasized. Students will learn American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR, patient assessment, stabilization, and initial pre-hospital medical treatment of injured and ill patients. A student career portfolio will be developed and shared with potential affiliated Fire/EMS departments within the County. For students to be eligible to sit for the EMT-B state test at the end of the program, they must be 18 years of age, graduate high school, and have completed this program with a 80% or better. Internships are available with local business partners.
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Employment Opportunities
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- Basic/First Responder
- Career Fire Fighter/Paramedic
- Contract Paramedic
- Electrocardiogram Technician
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Emergency Room Technician
- Patient Care Technician
- Registered Nurse
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Contact Information
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Bahr, Steve, Instructor
Slazes, Stacie, Instructor
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