Emergency Medical Services - Columbus State Community College

Emergency Medical Services from Columbus State Community College is a Campus Associate Medical Emergency degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Emergency Medical Technicians work under the direction of a physician to act as the primary pre-hospital care provider in the health care system. They must first make a comprehensive evaluation of the patient's condition and the overall situation. They may then need to provide immediate life-saving care. Technicians must demonstrate a high degree of technical skill, calmness, and professionalism, even under the most adverse conditions. Columbus State's associate degree program in Emergency Medical Services exposes students to a wide variety of victim care situations, including direct patient care in local hospitals and on emergency vehicles. Instructors are highly experienced and active in the field of emergency medicine. Good mental and physical health is critical in emergency medical services. Students must have a physical examination and must meet program health requirements before they may participate in clinical laboratory experiences. Because students and workers in the health care field may be exposed to infectious materials and communicable diseases, the program emphasizes safety and prevention. In addition, all students must be covered by EMT-student liability insurance while enrolled in the certificate courses. To meet clinical affiliation agreement requirements, students in the Intermediate and Paramedic Certificate programs must successfully complete a BCI&I background check and a SAM-5 drug screen. Upon completion of the associate degree requirements in Emergency Medical Services Technology , the graduate will be able to: Perform all of the duties included in EMT?Basic and EMT? Paramedic training, after successfully completing State of Ohio/National certification exams in these two areas. Demonstrate knowledge of the legal aspects of emergency medical service. Prepare for and deal with disasters, including those involving hazardous materials. Explain the complexity of emergency medical service. View more details on Columbus State Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Medical Emergency courses.