Paramedic Prep
An interactive class that is structured to give the student some insight on what to expect should they elect to take our comprehensive paramedic training program. This class is an 8 day, 5.5 hour per day class, taught over a 2 week period. Students will receive 44 hours of Continuing Education upon successful completion of the class.
The topics covered are:
- Standards of Care
- Professionalism and Etiquette (how to get along)
- Test taking strategy and effective study habits
- Overcoming common trouble areas in paramedic school
- The Paramedic Assessment
- Scene management
- Paramedic roles and responsibilities
- Radio reports
- Anatomy and Medical Terminology Overview
- Review of the Body Systems
- Aggressive airway control and Lab.
- The Paramedic Drug Box (pharmacology)
- Medication dose calculation
- Introduction to ECG interpretation
- Recognition and treatment of Medical Emergencies (SD County Protocol based)
- Recognition and treatment of Traumatic Emergencies (SD County Protocol based)
- Pediatric assessment and treatment
- Final Exam (Score will be considered when applying for Paramedic Program)
Course Cost: $450.00 (includes all materials)