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2023-2024 NOVA Catalog 
    
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EMS 121 - Preparatory Foundations (2 CR.)


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.

Prerequisite(s): Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.



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