Advanced EMT - Cardiac
This is the next step in EMT Level certification.
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Our Advanced EMT-Cardiac Program offers a balance of didactic, clinical, and psychomotor skills in the classroom and in Hospital Emergency Medical Centers.
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This program covers Cardiology, Pharmacology, Behavioral Mental Health, and interventions such as Endotracheal Intubation and Intraosseous cannulation. You will also be certified in ACLS and PALS.
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Advanced Cardiac Life Support, also known as ACLS, will certify you in treating life threatening emergencies using advanced medical procedures to the AHA standard.
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Pediatric Advanced Life Support, also known as PALS, is similar to ACLS, but focuses on the AHA standard for pediatrics patients.
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Admission Requirements​​:
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Students for this program must have an active NREMT License and a State issued Emergency Medical Technician license.
EMT Advanced vs EMT Advanced Cardiac - Is there a difference?
Yes, there is. In Rhode Island, Advanced/Cardiac level EMT's practice with extended skills that are taught in addition to the National Advanced EMT curriculum. These skills include: Intraosseous cannulation, Endotracheal Intubation, and an expanded pharmacological scope. This allows the EMT to hold a certification called "EMT Advanced/Cardiac", which is recognized only in Rhode Island.
Classes Start:
May 21, 2024 Tuesday & Thursday Nights - every other Saturday
September 9, 2024 Monday & Wednesday Nights - every other Saturday
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Class Cost - $2950
Financing Option -
$190.91/month for 18 monthly payments
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