Emergency Medical Responder, Intermediate Certificate of Completion
This Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Intermediate Certificate prepares the EMR student to provide emergency prehospital assessment and care for patients of all ages with a variety of medical conditions and traumatic injuries. Areas of study include an introduction to emergency medical services systems, roles, and responsibilities of the EMR(s), anatomy and physiology, medical emergencies, trauma, and special considerations for working in the prehospital environment. The certificate also introduces ambulance driver defensive driving techniques and responses to emergencies, including active shooter situations.
Learning Outcomes
Upon satisfactory completion of this program students will be able to:
- Identify the areas of scene safety as an entry-level emergency medical responder.
- Assess a patient’s condition as an entry-level emergency medical responder team leader and team member.
- Demonstrate fundamental knowledge and understanding of emergency medical technology and systems as it pertains to an entry-level emergency medical responder.
- Meet or exceed the requirements necessary to successfully complete the Public Safety First Aid course as specified under Title 22 California Code.
