EMS 138 - Pediatric Pre-Hospital Education

Credit(s): 1
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 0.50, 1

This course provides specialized instruction for the health care provider in the assessment and management of pediatric emergencies. Instruction will focus on child and family interaction and communication, assessment and treatment of medical and traumatic emergencies, as well as patient stabilization and transport. Students successfully completing the course will earn certification in pediatric resuscitation by certifying agency. Students will use this course for both first-time certification and subsequent updated course for continuing education/re-certification.
Applicable toward graduation at CSC where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.2)

Offered: Fall or Summer
Prerequisite(s): Current American Heart Association - Healthcare Provider CPR certification; physician, nursing, EMT, paramedic, respiratory therapy, or other appropriate allied/clinical health personnel; department approval
General Education: Not Applicable