Emergency Medical Tech-Certificate

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

Location: PCC-East Campus, Tucson, AZ,

FOR PROGRAM INFORMATION CONTACT: 520-206-7839; EMT Service Center/Lab

A. Course Objective:
Description: Learn pre-hospital emergency medical care, including physical assessment, medical techniques and ambulance operations.

Competencies to be achieved: Upon successful completion of the Emergency Medical Technology Certificate program, the learner will be able to:
• Demonstrate the proper donning and doffing of protective gear appropriate for the EMT and the situation
• Perform CPR, both 1 and 2 people for adult, child, and infant to Healthcare provider level consistent with American Heart Association level
• Perform basic airway mgt. techniques including insertion of adjuncts intended for the oropharynx and nasopharynx
• Demonstrate the ability to assist patients with their own prescribed medicines
• Assess, manage, and stabilize patients of all ages and demographics with medical emergencies
• Assess, manage, and stabilize patients of all ages and demographics with traumatic emergencies
• Demonstrate the ability to properly prepare the patient for transport while limiting or aggravating any injuries
• Demonstrate knowledge of triage and assigning patients to the appropriate level facility
• Demonstrate the ability to interact with other responders appropriately including giving and taking Advice on patient care. Interact as a member of a team
• Demonstrate the ability to complete a patient care report including a summation of treatment provided to the receiving facility or transporting ambulance

B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):$1,680.59 in-state

C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured Advantage Package, Twelfth Edition(ISBN: 9781284243758)EMT, Student Handout Packet (blue cover) NOTE: Only purchase new copies of the packet as some contents may be missing from used copies.

D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
• Blood Pressure Cuff
• Pocket Mask
• Mechanical or Digital Wristwatch (must have second hand)
• Pen Light

E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification: Sharon Macias; smacias3@pima.edu; 520-724-7653

F. Direct Website link to the program:  https://www.pima.edu/academics-programs/degrees-certificates/public-safety/emergency-med-technology/emt-cert/index.html

G. Additional information:
• Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: Fingerprinting and criminal background information may be a part of many state and federal licensing and certification processes.

• Other requirements needed: Students are required to attend an Emergency Medical Technology Information Session. These sessions provide important information about program eligibility, requirements, costs and more. Students must be 18 years of age when class begins. Students must have CPR certification at the Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer Level and receive a minimum score of 80 on the Compass reading assessment. Students must show proof of personal medical insurance and provide immunization records for MMR, TD, TB skin Test, and Varicella.

H. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website): https://www.pima.edu/paying-for-college/paying-your-bill/refunds.html

I. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)

• Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: No,
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization:

• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes,
Career Pathway: Continue your studies by taking classes toward an Associate of Applied Science in EMT – Paramedic.

• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Training is recognized in other geographic areas.

• Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes,
Accrediting Agency and link to website: Arizona Department of Health Services, https://www.azdhs.gov/

J. Credential Attainment Rate: 83% of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program.

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