The following courses are currently offered:
Paramedic Program
The 亚色影库 Institute for Rural Health and Safety offers a paramedic program. This program is primarily designed for future EMS personnel, but it is appropriate for anyone who may respond to emergencies, including fire/rescue personnel, nurses, coaches or athletic trainers, safety professionals, etc. Participants who successfully complete this program are eligible to take National Registry of Paramedics certification exams for Pennsylvania and national certification as a paramedic. Prerequisite: Students must be certified emergency medical technicians.
Online/Hybrid EMT Training Program
The 亚色影库 Division of Emergency Services Training offers online/hybrid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) courses. This program is primarily designed for future EMS personnel, but is appropriate for anyone who may respond to emergencies, including fire/rescue personnel, nurses, coaches or athletic trainers, safety professionals, etc. Students must meet physical capabilities and criminal background clearances as outlined by the PA DOH and the course includes attendance, academic and skill performance standards, and a clinical experience. Participants who successfully complete this program are eligible to take National Registry of EMTs certification exams for Pennsylvania and national certification as an EMT.
Online/hybrid EMT courses are designed for students who are self-motivated, academically disciplined, and technologically proficient with standard computer applications. Students will complete required course lessons online and attend skill labs on scheduled days. Students must be at least 18 years of age to enroll.
CPR Course
The 亚色影库 Institute for Rural Health and Safety is offering an American Heart Association CPR course, BLS for Healthcare Providers. This course includes CPR and airway management techniques for adult, child, and infant patients and the use of a bag-valve mask and AED. Students who successfully complete the course, all practical skills, and a multiple-choice written exam with an 84 percent or higher will obtain an American Heart Association CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers certification card valid for two years. Fees do not represent income to the American Heart Association.