Emergency Medical Services
A $75 fee per semester for equipment upgrade will be assessed for one or more ARSK, EMS or FIRE courses. This fee is in addition to any lab/materials fees.
EMS 152 3
Credits
Emergency Trauma Training First Responder
Basic emergency care knowledge and skills for the student who
will provide the first emergency care. The objective of the first person on the
emergency scene is to recognize the needs of the victim and deliver quality
care to the patient, minimizing discomfort and preventing further
complications. Laboratory fee: $75. (2 + 2) Offered Fall, Spring
EMS 154 1
Credit
Emergency Trauma Training Refresher
For individuals who have been previously certified in
Emergency Trauma Training (40 hrs.). Certification is valid for two years.
(Prerequisite: EMS 152 or ETT Certification which may not be expired more than
one calendar year.) (1 + 0) Offered Fall
EMS 160 1
Credit
Basic Trauma Life Support (B.T.L.S.)
Provides the first line of life support to the trauma patient
as encountered in situ and to maintain life until the patient is handed off to
the next level of medical help. (1 + 0) Offered As Demand Warrants
EMS 168 3
Credits
ETT to EMT Bridge Course
Allow certified emergency trauma technician (ETT) to progress
to the emergency medical technician in an efficient manner. Credits the ETT
with the knowledge and skills learned in primary training. Course fee: $75.
(Prerequisites: Current Emergency Trauma Technician certificate.)
(0.5 + 5) Offered As Demand Warrants
EMS 170 6
Credits
EMT: Emergency Medical Technician I
(Cross-listed with ARSK 170)
Basic life support such as splinting, hemorrhage control,
oxygen therapy, suction, CPR and use of automated external defibrillators
(AEDs). EMT I is the foundation of all emergency medical training. Mastering of
EMT I level knowledge and techniques must occur before moving on to advanced
levels. Laboratory fee: $150. (4 + 4) Offered As Demand Warrants
EMS 172 1
Credit
EMT: Emergency Medical Technician I Refresher
Review of basic skills and emergency medical procedures at
the Basic EMT I level. Covers emergency medical care procedural changes, newly
developed equipment and its use, changes in state licensure or other
medical-legal requirements. Laboratory fee: $75. (Prerequisite: EMT I
certification.) (.5 + 1) Offered Fall
EMS 173 6
Credits
EMT I Internship
Synthesize cognitive and psychomotor skills from the EMT I
course and observe skills performed by Advanced Care Providers. Designed for
individuals planning to participate in the TVC paramedic program in the fall
semester. Interns will perform all aspects of emergency care for an Alaska
certified EMT-I under the guidance of an Advanced Care Provider. (Prerequisite:
EMS 170, current EMT I certification and permission of instructor.)
(0 + 16) Offered Spring
EMS 176 1
Credit
Aeromedical Evacuations in Alaska
History of Alaska aeromedical transport; physiological
aspects of pressure and atmosphere; physical effects of flight on the patient
and escort; aircraft and equipment considerations; legal aspects of air
transport; effects of aeromedical transport on specific medical situations.
Laboratory fee: $45. (Prerequisite: EMT I certification or permission of
instructor.) (1 + 0) Offered Fall
EMS 181 4
Credits
Clinical Rotation I
Perform paramedic skills in the hospital setting under the
guidance of a clinical preceptor. Rotations include the emergency department,
ICU, operating room, respiratory therapy and mental health units. Provides an
in-depth look at the respiratory, circulatory and nervous systems. Includes
interpretation of cardiac rhythms and advanced cardiac life support.
(Prerequisite: Permission of program coordinator. Note: Student must have the
strength to be able to move patients, sufficient vision to assess the condition
of the patient and the dexterity to perform the skills of a paramedic.)
(0 + 4 + 4) Offered Fall, As Demand Warrants
EMS 183 4
Credits
Clinical Rotation II
Perform paramedic skills in the hospital setting under the
guidance of a clinical preceptor. Rotations include the emergency department,
ICU, OR, labor and delivery, pediatrics and geriatrics. (Prerequisites: EMS
181; Note: Student must have the strength to be able to move patients,
sufficient vision to assess the condition of the patient and the dexterity to
perform the skills of a paramedic.) (0 + 4 + 4) Offered
Spring, As Demand Warrants
EMS 251 1
Credit
Basic Life Support Instructor
The American Heart Association Basic Life Support
instructor's course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to instruct and
evaluate potential BLS providers. Balances what information to teach with how
to teach BLS. The BLS instructor student will be monitored during the first
class she/he teaches by the BLS instructor trainer. Laboratory fee: $45.
(Prerequisite: Basic Life Support certified and permission of program
coordinator.) (1 + 0) Offered As Demand Warrants
EMS 253 3
Credits
Alaska EMT Instructor Orientation
Adult education and learning environment, as well as
regulations governing the teaching of EMTs in the state of Alaska. This course
is designed to be an intensive learning experience with extensive out-of-class
preparation. Proficiency with EMT skills and knowledge prior to entering this
training program is expected as there will be no review of EMT skills or
knowledge during this class. Graded Pass/Fail. (Recommended: FIRE 216.
Prerequisites: Current EMT I, II, III or MICP certification and three years of
experience; evidence of successful completion of state of Alaska practical exam
and written exam with a score of 90% within the last 12 months.)
(3 + 0) Offered As Demand Warrants
EMS 257 3
Credits
Arctic Survival
(Cross-listed with ATVY 231)
Principles, procedures, techniques and equipment necessary to
survive extreme arctic conditions and to assist in safe recovery. Lab required.
Laboratory fee: $50. (3 + arranged) Offered Spring
EMS 261 3
Credits
EMT: Emergency Medical Technician II
Advancement of EMT I skills and knowledge through advanced
techniques in fluid therapy and advance airway management. Includes use of specific drug therapy.
Laboratory fee: $250. (Prerequisite: EMT I certification and proof of 10
patient contacts as an EMT I.) (2 + 2) Offered Spring
EMS 265 2
Credits
EMT: Emergency Medical Technician III
Introduction to basic cardiac anatomy and physiology, cardiac
electrophysiology, recognition and treatment of basic lethal arrhythmias, use
of monitor, defibrillator and pharmacological management. Materials fee: $200.
(Prerequisite: EMT II certification and proof of 10 patient contacts and 10
venipunctures as an EMT II.) (.5 + 3) Offered Fall
EMS 267 1
Credit
Advanced Medical Procedures
State requirements for recertification at the EMT II or III
levels. Reviews advanced medical skills and emergency medical procedures at the
EMT II and III levels. Emergency medical care procedural changes, newly
developed equipment and its use, changes in state certification and other
medical-legal requirements. Course may be repeated ten times but not for
credit. Graded Pass/Fail. (Prerequisites: Current EMT II or III certification.)
(0.5 + 1) Offered As Demand Warrants
EMS 280 12
Credits
Paramedicine I
Introduction to emergency medical services, the roles and
responsibilities of a paramedic and medical/legal/ethical issues. Basic pathophysiology,
pharmacology, venous access and advanced airway management techniques. Also
includes an in-depth look at the circulatory, respiratory and nervous systems
which includes interpretation of cardiac rhythms, pharmacology and advanced cardiac
life support. Materials fee: $410. (Prerequisite: EMS 170. Recommended:
HLTH 114 or equivalent. Note: Student must have the strength to be able to
move patients, sufficient vision to assess the condition of the patient and the
dexterity to perform the skills of a paramedic. Student must apply for
admission into the Paramedic Academy. Applications are reviewed by the
Paramedic Advisory board.) (8 + 8) Offered Fall, As Demand Warrants
EMS 282 12
Credits
Paramedicine II
Assessment and management of medical emergencies, geriatrics,
pediatrics and traumatic injuries. Includes pediatric advanced life support and
basic trauma life support certifications. Materials fee: $500. (Prerequisite:
EMS 280. Note: Student must have the strength to be able to move patients,
sufficient vision to assess the condition of the patient and the dexterity to
perform the skills of a paramedic.) (8 + 8) Offered Spring, As Demand
Warrants
EMS 283 12
Credits
Paramedic Internship
Prehospital field experience under the guidance of a
paramedic preceptor on an advanced life support ambulance. Interns perform all
aspects of paramedic care. Materials fee: $480. (Prerequisites: EMS 183
and 277. Note: Student must have the strength to be able to move patients,
sufficient vision to assess the condition of the patient and the dexterity to
perform the skills of a paramedic.) (0 + 24) Offered Spring
EMS 287 3
Credits
Paramedic Refresher
Integration of paramedicine knowledge and techniques with
evaluation of applied skills. Materials fee: $60. (Prerequisite: Current state
of Alaska or National Registry paramedic license. Note: Student must have the
strength to be able to move patients, sufficient vision to assess the condition
of the patient and the dexterity to perform the skills of a paramedic.)
(2 + 2) Offered As Demand Warrants