HK114 - EMT Basic
An examination of the anatomical, physiological, and pathophysiological aspects of emergency and trauma scenarios, with emphasis on advanced topics and emergency skill acquisition. The course includes lectures, laboratories, and clinical observations, including but not limited to emergency assessment, airway management, cardiopulmonary emergencies, cardiovascular emergencies, shock, childbirth emergencies, environmental emergencies including a section on wilderness medicine, psychological aspects of emergency care and Emergency Medical and Trauma Services (EMS). Successful completion of this course, and its prerequisite HK113, qualifies the student to sit for the state EMT exam. The Department strongly recommends that HK113 and HK114 are taken consecutively or, if HK113 is taught as an extended format course, concurrently. Clinical observation requirements: Copy of valid driver's license or birth certificate; Proof of Current (TB) Tuberculosis Test (PPD Test) within the last six months; Proof of Varicella (Chicken Pox) vaccination/exposure; Proof of Hep-stat (Hepatitis B) series, influenza and COVID vaccinations, and background check.
Prerequisite: Human Biology and Kinesiology 113, may be taken concurrently with Human Biology and Kinesiology 114.
1 unit — Gibbs
Offerings
| Term | Block | Title | Instructor | Location | Student Limit/Available | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2024 | Block 3 | EMT Basic | Matt Gibbs | South Hall Commons Rm | 25 / 5 | 12/23/2024 |