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EMTB 212 - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic


6 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed for individuals desiring to perform emergency medical care. Students will learn to recognize the seriousness of the patient’s condition, use the appropriate emergency care techniques and equipment to stabilize the patient, and transport to the hospital. Students meeting appropriate standards will be certified by the State of Indiana as Emergency Medical Technicians. 5 lecture hours, 4 laboratory hours, 3 clinical laboratory hours.

Prerequisite(s): Students should be 18 years of age and hold a current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR certification or an American Red Cross (ARC) Professional Rescuer CPR certification.