EMS Online Training News & Articles

Minn. executive order extends deadline for state EMS certifications

The order extends the deadline by three months and allows continuing education to be completed remotely

Urgent EMS needs for COVID-19 response

Epidemiologist calls for drastic actions to save lives and keep the EMS system from collapsing

NREMT to provide alternative testing options following closure of Pearson VUE centers

The National Registry of EMTs responds to Pearson Vue's suspension of operations due to COVID-19, assures solutions are in the works

How to continue EMT, paramedic course instruction during COVID-19 pandemic

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EMS instructors learn about webcasting, screencasting and other tools to continue class instruction and prepare students for testing

NREMT extends 2020 recertification deadline, modifies requirements due to COVID-19

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The National Registry of EMTs extended the deadline by three months and will allow providers to complete continuing education outside of classrooms

Fire department in Calif. awarded nearly $1M for paramedic training

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The Stockton Fire Department plans to train more of its firefighters as paramedics through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant

Memo: Social media training for paramedic class graduates

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Status updating, photo and video sharing and conversing on social media are perilous for paramedic students

Indiana EMTs prepare for increased scope of practice

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The Indiana EMS Commission approved statewide changes to the skills EMTs can use in the field, which will go into effect on March 1

EMTs added to FD day shift in milestone for NC county

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Volunteer firefighters earned their EMT certifications to improve service in Nash County's southern region

Want to become an EMT? This is what you need to know.

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Being an EMT is rewarding job, and there’s plenty of room to grow

How to program EMS students' waiting time

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Here are 10 ideas to program the time while students wait for their next patient assessment scenario or high-fidelity patient simulation

7 things you should know about your resuscitation training provider

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Getting quality resuscitation training is essential, especially when you can help save another life

(Webinar recording) Taking the nation's pulse: The 2019 Fitch/EMS1 Trend Report

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Learn more about the trends that are shaping the field of EMS from our discussion of the 2019 EMS1 Trend Report

Preventing violence against EMS personnel

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Violence prevention training and situational awareness can help keep EMS providers safe on scene

Webinar: How to provide EMS care for traumatic brain injuries like a pro

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Learn how prehospital providers can play a key role in determining the outcome of TBI patients

4 ways to prepare EMTs for violent patients

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If you’re attacked on the job, be mentally prepared, physically ready, press savvy, and able to justify your actions in court

Quiz: Test your knowledge of the 2019 AHA guidelines for cardiac care

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Do you know the most current protocols for treating arrhythmia, cardiac arrest and other heart conditions?

Unique EMS training opportunity: The Center for Domestic Preparedness

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Complete with a mock community and former hospital, the CDP gives responders the opportunity to train on emergency and disaster response

How to meet EMS training requirements and decrease risk with online learning

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Online learning is cost-effective, accessible, and it can help reduce risk and liability in your EMS agency.

After the rescue: Training EMS to help opioid patients recover (eBook)

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EMS providers are on the front lines of this epidemic and require up-to-date knowledge on safety risks, patient assessment strategies and opioid overdose treatments

Quiz: How well do you know 'Stop the Bleed'?

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In the event of an MCI, there may be a number of victims who require immediate treatment to stop life-threatening hemorrhaging

Free active shooter response course offered to support first responders

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EMS1 and EMS1 Academy partner to provide training

3 things EMS providers need to know about supraglottic airways

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Understand the importance of realistic training on specific devices and using capnography to assess for effective ventilation through supraglottic airways

Prove it: Video laryngoscope usage in airway management

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Video laryngoscopy may improve overall and first-pass success rates for ET intubation by paramedics

7 products to help you pass paramedic school

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Preparing for paramedic school is more than recalling previous on-the-job experience. Consider these tools to help you with your coursework and prepare you to become a certified paramedic.

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