Emergency Services

3 lab hrs/wk, 1 cr.

Combines first aid, CPR, and hazardous materials awareness to meet minimum federal and state occupational safety requirements. Students completing the course will receive American Red Cross first aid certifi cation. Meets OSHA requirements.

F, W, Sp, Su

3 class/wk, 3 cr.

Provides a theoretical background for understanding crisis intervention and offers an arena to experience a variety of crisis management styles. Assists the emergency service worker or health care provider to evaluate their emotional reactions and methods of coping in order to stay healthy on the job.

F, Sp, Offered as needed.

4 class hrs/wk, 4 cr.

Explores the philosophy and history of emergency services. Presents the history of loss of life and property in fire, major medical emergencies, and natural disasters. Covers the responsibility of emergency services in a community, the roles and responsibilities of a paramedic and firefighter, an overview of the ICS system, and the organization and function of emergency services agencies and allied organizations, education, and certification. Includes sources of professional literature, awareness and identification of hazardous materials, emergency services apparatus, fire behavior, detection and protection systems, cultural diversity, harassment in the workplace, survey of professional career opportunities and requirements, and development of a résumé.

Offered as needed.