EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT)

(SMTEC: CLHS)

Prerequisites:  It is recommended that successful completion of Medical Careers & Systems: Exploration Into Health Careers

Grade: 12

Meets VPAA One (1) Credit Graduation Requirement OR Meets Math Related One (1) Credit Graduation Requirement

 This class is designed for students seriously interested in medicine – specifically emergency medicine to become an Emergency Medical Technician.  Students enrolled in this program will receive instruction in the fields of pre-hospital and emergency medical training. This program is an intense study of the human body and the treatment required outside the hospital setting.  Students will receive intensive hands-on instruction in anatomy and physiology, emergency first aid, bleeding control, shock management, cardiac arrest management, airway management, and patient treatment at accident scenes.  Classroom study and hands-on practical experiences will challenge the student both academically and physically. Upon successful completion of the program through written, practical, and clinical performance objectives established by the Michigan Department of Consumer & Industry Services, the student will be able to take the EMT-Basic state-licensing exam to become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).  Students will be required to do clinical training in a hospital emergency room and an ambulance service.