Program Description

Christensen- The goal of this course is to help students successfully complete all requirements for National

Registry EMT Certification. This course is designed to provide the student with advanced instruction to improve

the quality of emergency medical care rendered to victims of accidents and illnesses. Topics include anatomy and

physiology, disease processes, assessment and patient stabilization, proper use of equipment such as automated

external defibrillators, blood glucose monitors, airway adjuncts, extrication, ambulance protocols, and practical

skills sessions. Reinforced are legal, ethical, medical, and cultural issues, scope of practice, documentation and

communication skills, and infection control.

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Withers - This full-year course is designed to teach students components of exercise science/sports medicine; including exploration of therapeutic careers, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, first aid, injury prevention principles, the healing process, rehabilitation techniques, therapeutic modalities, sport nutrition, sport psychology, and performance enhancement philosophies.

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Courses