Adv Concepts for AEMT

This course serves as the introductory course to the advanced level practice of the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT). It expands on the information attained at the EMT level. Topics include: EMS Systems; Documentation; EMS System Communication; Therapeutic Communication; Principles of Pharmacology; Medication Administration; Emergency Medications; Airway Management; Respiration; Artificial Ventilation; Primary Assessment; and Secondary Assessment.

Required textbooks and materials (the following are one-time purchases required for all classes in the program):

• Advanced EMT: A Clinical Reasoning Approach, ISBN 978-0135030431, $141
• Advanced Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured: Student Workbook, ISBN 978-0763792640, $82.64
• EMS Field Guide, $25
• Uniform, $115