EMS 136 - Trauma Life Support

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

This course will enhance and expand the student’s existing knowledge and training in the treatment of a trauma victim. Emphasis will be placed on patient assessment and management. Lecture and lab activities focus on rapid assessment, resuscitation, stabilization and transportation of trauma victims. Students successfully completing the course will earn certification in trauma life support by certifying agency. This course is intended for students pursuing first-time certification in trauma life support.
Applicable toward graduation at CSC where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.2)

Offered: Summer
Prerequisite(s): Unrestricted State Approved EMT-Basic, EMT-Intermediate, or EMT-Paramedic License or other licensed health care provider with department approval.
General Education: Not Applicable