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HEALTH OCCUPATIONS & EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
HE9404 Emergency Vehicle Driver
1 credit (10 lec, 2 lec-lab hrs/total)
This course covers various topics which address both past and potential causes of emergency vehicle problems. The
information provided demonstrates where vehicle shortcomings can be found during operation and suggests ways to
operate the vehicle within safe ranges.
HE9424/HE9419 Hospice Training
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
This course prepares adults to work with hospice clients (terminally ill persons) and their families as hospice volunteers. Attendees learn the history of principles
of hospice care, common experiences
of hospice clients as they move through the dying and bereavement processes, and skills necessary to be effective
in the volunteer role. Although this
course focuses on interpersonal
interventions and activities personal and cultural reactions to death and dying
are included.
HE9433/9443 Emergency Medical Technician- Basic (Refresher)
2.5 credits (20 lec, 16 lec-lab hrs/total)
This course is considered to be a “refresher course” for those students
who have previously completed an EMT-Basic course, yet were unable to pass
the state written and/or the practical examination. This course prepares selected individuals for the certification process in Oregon as an Emergency Medical Technician - Basic.
Prerequisites: HE257(A/B) or HE928(A/B) with a “C” or better.
HE257A/928A Emergency Medical
Technician- Basic
5 credits (4 lec, 3 lab, hrs/wk)
This course, along with HE*257B/HE*928B, prepares individuals for certification in Oregon as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic. The course is designed to develop
student skills in recognition of symptoms of illness and injuries and properprocedures of emergency care at the basic life support (BLS) level.
Prerequisites: Students are required to complete a special application and meet minimum entrance requirements to
register for the course. Application
information can be obtained through the EMT Program Coordinator's Office or the Professional Technical Education Office.
HE257B/928B Emergency Medical Technician- Basic
5 credits (4 lec, 3 lab, hrs/wk)
This course, along with HE*257A/HE*928A, prepares individuals for certification in Oregon as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic. The course is designed to develop student skills in recognition of symptoms
of illness and injuries and proper procedures of emergency care at the basic life support (BLS) level.
Prerequisites: HE257A/928A with a “C” or better.
HE258/931 Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate (A/B)
8 credits (3.8 lec, 2.2 lab hrs/wk)
This course prepares individuals for
certification in Oregon as an Emergency Medical Technician- Intermediate. Upon successful completion of the course,
students will be eligible to take state
EMT-Intermediate certifying examinations.
Prerequisite: HE258A or HE931A with a “C” or better.
HE260/9360 First Responder
3 credits (30 lec, 10 lab hrs/total)
The course offers training designed to improve the quality of emergency care rendered to victims of accidents and illness. Students are taught to be proficient in providing basic life support, and to take
actions necessary to minimize patients’ discomfort. Must be at least 16 years
of age.
HE262 CPR Instructor Training (AHA)
2 credits (22 lec hrs/total)
Learn how to teach CPR. Review basic life support, both theory and application. Practice methods, materials and techniques used in CPR courses. Successful completion provides Instructor Certification and/or Recertification.
Prerequisite: Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation by the Oregon Heart Association (BLS Course-Level C).
HE280E EMT Field Experience
1 credit (33 lab hrs/total)
This course consists of a planned
program of observation and practical experience with an organization providing emergency medical services. The course is designed to provide students with
experience and an opportunity to apply
emergency medical concepts and
theory in a field situation.
Prerequisites: HE257A and HE258B (HE928A and HE928B) or HE258A and HE285B (HE931A and HE931B) and instructor consent.
(May be taken concurrently.)
HE942 Introduction to Emergency Medical Services
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
This course covers the role and responsibilities of the Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic (EMT-P), emergency medical services (EMS) systems, medical-legal considerations, major incident response, hazardous materials awareness, stress management, and blood-borne pathogens/communicable diseases, and safety precautions.
HE943 Emergency Medical Technician Rescue
3 credits (2 lec, 3 lab hrs/wk, 11 TBA lab hrs/total)
This course covers elementary
procedures of rescue practices, systems, components, support, and control of
rescue operations including ladder
procedures and basic rescue tools. Introduction to techniques and tools of patient extrication, emphasizing
application to traffic accidents, as required for paramedical certification.
HE944 Emergency Communication and Patient Transport
3 credits (2 lec, 3 lab hrs/wk)
This course covers ambulance operation, laws, maintenance, and safety;
emergency response driving and route planning; communication systems,
radio types, HEAR system, codes, and correct techniques.
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