EMS 240 - Crisis Operations (2 Credits)

This course prepares students to effectively manage stressful emergencies such as mass casualty accidents. Topics include resource management, ambulance operations, medical incident command, rescue awareness, hazardous materials incidents and crime scene awareness. Lecture Hours: 26. Laboratory Hours: 16. Prerequisite(s): BIO 115 (can be taken concurrently with EMS 240), EMS 201 and permission of the department head. Course Fee: $40. Laboratory Fee: $55. Materials Fee: $100. Usually offered in the fall.