Continuing Education: EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (EMS)

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EMS Important Information

All EMS courses require proof of a high school diploma, GED, or college transcript and that a copy of the student’s high school diploma, GED be kept on file. Wilson Community College recognizes high school diplomas from regionally accredited schools, private high schools or home schools registered with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Wilson Community College will also accept high school diplomas from correspondence schools that are accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) and/or a regional accrediting agency, such as the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Student Fees

Fees listed include registration, student technology ($5.00) and student security ($12.00). There are NO fee waivers for student technology and student security fees.

*Pre-registration required three days prior to class for all Emergency Medical Services courses.

 

Anatomy and Physiology, Basic

A pre-requisite before entering the Paramedic program, this course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include an introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology. Requirements: high school diploma or GED; copy of current EMT certification; textbook.  (8.0 CEU)

*Wednesdays and Thursdays  •  January 4 - March 8  •  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Room G-124d  •  $175 Fee  •  $15 Security Fee  •  $5 Technology Fee               
Instructor: Carla Godwin  •  Section Number: 16796  •  Last Day to Register: December 16

* NOTE: Alternating meeting dates; Wednesday of the first week, Thursday of the second week, etc.

EMT - Paramedic

Designed to develop knowledge and skills for advanced emergency care of ill or injured persons. This course follows the National Department of Transportation Guidelines and is approved by the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services. Lectures, demonstrations, skills evaluation, and both hospital and field precepting are the principal methods of instruction. Specific training areas include administration of different IV fluids, advanced airway management, cardiac monitoring including defibrillation, cardio version, cardiac pacing, and the administration of different medications.

Pre-requisites: Successful completion of an EMT-Basic course and State-certified as an EMT-Basic prior to starting the field and hospital internship component of this course; successful completion of the Anatomy and Physiology course; and pass the college level entrance exam (Compass or Asset).

Entrance in this course is by application; available by calling (252) 246-1287.  Applications are due by March 12th. Students will be required to complete a criminal background check and 13 panel drug screening prior to attending clinicals.

These two courses are offered as an alternative attendance option. You must attend either the Monday or the Thursday class each week. Both of these classes will meet Saturday, May 12th. (7.2 CEU)

Mondays  •  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  •  March 19 - May 12
Room D-200  •  $175 Fee  •  $15 Security Fee  •  $5 Technology Fee
Instructor: Staff  •  Section Number: 16831  •  Last Day to Register: March 12

Thursdays  •  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  •  March 22 - May 12
Room D-200  •  $175 Fee  •  $15 Security Fee  •  $5 Technology Fee
Instructor: Staff  •  Section Number: 16832  •  Last Day to Register: March 12

BLS - Healthcare Provider (CPR)

New AHA Guidelines will be used, and the instructor will provide needed equipment. Students must pass the written exam with a score of at least 84% and satisfactorily complete all skills. (.6 CEU)

Saturday  •  February 4  •  9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Room G-109a  •  $65 Fee  •  $5 for CPR card
Instructor: Brenda Dew  •  Section Number: 16737  •  Last Day to Register: February 2

BLS - Healthcare Provider Renewal

New AHA Guidelines will be used, and the instructor will provide needed equipment. Students must pass the written exam with a score of at least 84% and satisfactorily complete all skills.

Saturday  •  January 14  •  9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room G-109a  •  $65 Fee  •  $5 for CPR card
Instructor: Brenda Dew  •  Section Number: 16740  •  Last Day to Register: January 12

Friday  •  March 2  •  9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room G-109a  •  $65 Fee  •  $5 for CPR card
Instructor: Brenda Dew  •  Section Number: 16738  •  Last Day to Register: February 29

EMT - Basic

Trains individuals to become emergency medical personnel. Teaches performing patient assessments, basic life support techniques including AED, airway management and CPR, hemorrhage control, O2 administration, treating shock, bandaging/dressing, splinting, treating skull/spine/chest injuries, child-birthing, lifting/moving patients to medical facilities, treating exposure to cold/heat, and basic life support for medical emergencies. Requirements: must be at least 18 years of age; high school graduate or GED equivalent; Hepatitis B vaccines, PPD, and criminal background check. Required textbook, Emergency Care, 11th edition, by Brady; approx. $90. Includes some Saturday classes.
(17.0 CEU)

Tuesdays and Thursdays  •  January 3 - May 10  •  6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Location: Police Academy  •  $175  Fee
Instructor: Staff  •  Section Number: 16729  •  Last Day to Register: December 19

EMT - Refresher

Curriculum shall be the 1996 release of the United States Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration EMT-Basic Refresher: National Standard Curriculum and the 2002 Supplemental Airways Modules for EMT-Basic. Pre-requisite: currently or previously credentialed as a North Carolina EMT or higher; high school diploma or GED. Textbook required. (6.0 CEU)

Mondays and Wednesdays  •  6:30 - 9:30 p.m.  •  January 2 - March 12
Location: Police Academy  •  $175  Fee
Instructor: Staff  •  Section Number: 16732  •  Last Day to Register: December 19

Industry CPR / Bloodborne Pathogens / AED / First Aid

Designed to instruct industry personnel and lay persons in the proper technique to administer first aid CPR/AED for adults and children. Also covers methods of handling bloodborne pathogen agents. (.06 CEU)

Friday  •  8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  •  January 27
Room E-101  •  $65 Fee
Instructor: Staff  •  Section Number: 16733  •  Last Day to Register: January 25

Friday  •  8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  •  February 24
Room E-101  •  $65 Fee
Instructor: Staff  •  Section Number: 16734  •  Last Day to Register: February 22

Friday  •  8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  •  March 23
Room E-101  •  $65 Fee
Instructor: Staff  •  Section Number: 16735  •  Last Day to Register: March 21

Friday  •  8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  •  April 27
Room E-101  •  $65 Fee
Instructor: Staff  •  Section Number: 16736  •  Last Day to Register: April 25

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Online EMT classes

ID Course Title CEU Location Start Date Meets on Time Instructor Additional Information Last Day to Register
The Challenged Patient 0.03 Online 02/23/12 03/03/12 Mon. - Sun. Kelly Kirk EMT B or higher
This course is offered through Moodle Learning Management System (LMS). Fee waived for EMS, Fire, Law (SWAT Personnel Only) and Rescue. Affilication Agency is required. The syllabus quiz must be completed within the first 4 days of class to earn credit for this course. This course meets the National Standard Objectives for EMS personnel. 		02/17/12
Congestive Heart Failure 0.03 Online 03/15/12 03/24/12 Mon. - Sun. Kelly Kirk EMT B or higher
This course is offered through Moodle Learning Management System (LMS). Fee waived for EMS, Fire, Law (SWAT Personnel Only) and Rescue. Affilication Agency is required. The syllabus quiz must be completed within the first 4 days of class to earn credit for this course. This course meets the National Standard Objectives for EMS personnel. 		03/09/12
Capnography 0.03 Online 04/12/12 04/21/12 Mon. - Sun. Kelly Kirk EMT B or higher
This course is offered through Moodle Learning Management System (LMS). Fee waived for EMS, Fire, Law (SWAT Personnel Only) and Rescue. Affilication Agency is required. The syllabus quiz must be completed within the first 4 days of class to earn credit for this course. This course meets the National Standard Objectives for EMS personnel. 		04/09/12

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