This course in the Paramedic sequence provides skills and knowledge necessary to assess and manage special emergencies with neonates, pediatrics, childbirth, geriatrics, behavioral emergencies, as well as abuse, and assault. At the completion of this course, students are certified in PALS. This course follows the 2012 WA State EMS Education Standards for Paramedic as well as the National EMS Education Standard Instructional Guidelines for Paramedics, and is designed to give students the foundation to continue training to become eligible to take the National Registry EMT-Paramedic Exam.
Restricted Elective
Prerequisite
Acceptance into the Paramedic program at CBC. See program entrance requirements at columbiabasin.edu/paramedic.