Courses & Descriptions

EMS 100  EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES FOUNDATIONS
3 units | 54 hours lecture

Prepares students for the Emergency Medical Technician courses by providing foundational understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology appropriate for entry to the Emergency Medical Services field. This course is strongly recommended as preparation for EMS-101, 101L, and 102.

HLHSCI 101 INTRODUCTION TO THE HEALTH PROFESSIONS
3 units | CSU 54 hours lecture

Introduces a variety of health occupations, including roles and responsibilities, educational preparation requirements, health care, career planning, and an overview of the US health system.

HLHSCI 249 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
3 units | CSU 54 hours lecture

Presents a comprehensive study of medical terminology, emphasizing determining meanings by dividing words into their component parts. Basic anatomy and physiology are discussed. Correct spelling, pronunciation and meaning of common medical terms related to individual body systems, clinical procedures, laboratory tests and pathological conditions are covered.

EMT Program Courses

Must be taken concurrently:

EMS 101 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
5 units | CSU 90 Hours Lecture

Prerequisite: Must be 18 years or older the first day of class and have completed an American Heart Association BLS for the Healthcare Provider course and present AHA BLS Healthcare Provider card to instructor the first day of class. FEMA 100 and 700 must be completed prior to registration or no later than the end of the first week of class.

STRONGLY Recommended Preparation: EMS 100 and HLHSCI -249

 Prepares students for certification and employment as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).Upon successful completion per current requirements listed in the EMT program handbook, students are eligible to take the National Registry EMT examination. The course meets the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Education Standards (2021) May be repeated if used for legally mandated training. Must be taken concurrently with EMS-101L and EMS-102. Admission to the Emergency Medical Technician program required. Formerly HLHSCI-151.

EMS 101L: EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN LAB
2 units | CSU 108 Hours Lab

 Prepares students for certification and employment as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Upon successful completion per current requirements listed in the EMT program handbook, students are eligible to take the National Registry EMT examination. Laboratory component of EMS-101. The course meets the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) National EMS Education Standards (2021). May be repeated if used for legally mandated training. Must be taken concurrently with EMS-101 and EMS-102. Admission to the Emergency Medical Technician program required. FormerlyHLHSCI-151L.

EMS 102: EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN PRACTICUM
1.5 units | CSU 18 Hours Lecture 36 Hours Lab

Prepares students with the knowledge and skills necessary to take the National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) examination for certification and employment as an EMT, including emergency department and ambulance clinical shifts. Health clearance and background check required prior to start of clinical rotations. Upon successful completion per current requirements listed in the EMT program handbook, students are eligible to take the National Registry EMT examination. The course meets the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)National EMS Education Standards (2021). May be repeated if used for legally mandated training. Must be taken concurrently with EMS-101 and EMS-101L. Admission to the Emergency Medical Technician program required. Formerly HLHSCI-152.