Preparatory Foundations - EMS 121 at Northern Virginia Community College


         
 
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EMS 121 - Preparatory Foundations
Introduces fundamental concepts established by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for Advanced EMT and Paramedic curricula. Includes EMS systems, introduction to research, workforce safety and wellness, EMS system communications, introduction to public health, legal and ethical issues.
Lecture 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.
2 credits

Schedule at Northern Virginia Community College

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
47025 EMS 121-001H 2
  Tu    
12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
2024-08-26 Medical Education Campus P
1st semester Paramedic Classes (ALS) are available for enrollment through Department Consent only. You will need to contact the program office at (703) 822-6639 for approval.
Additional info online
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
24824 EMS 121-001H 2
  Tu    
12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
2025-01-21 Medical Education Campus P
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