EMS Training and Education
Your go-to resource for evidence-based EMS training, continuing education, instructor development and industry innovation. Find expert articles, videos, product reviews and specialized resources to support EMTs, paramedics, medical directors and educators. Stay current on instructor best practices, CEU requirements, virtual training trends, simulation strategies and educational policy affecting prehospital care.
EMS Training and Education Resources
Resiliency training and a CISM program laid a foundation for the Richmond Ambulance Authority to support its providers’ mental health
There’s no denying that EMS takes a toll on provider health; this 30-day challenge can help you get your life back
Practical, authentic ways to show gratitude and strengthen community ties with the people who respond first when it matters most
Embracing smarter, more effective strategies to keep pace with the evidence-based advancements reshaping our profession
EMS providers will be called upon to mitigate the effects of bombings and other incidents involving the use of explosive devices
In this episode, our co-hosts discuss an article from Andrea Abbas on five flaws that trip leaders up and cause a disconnect with field crews
The training is meant to teach students to quickly assess a situation and better communicate as they pursue a career in medicine
To get the most out of time intensive and expensive high-fidelity simulation training paramedic educators need to consider complexity, uniformity and student facilitation
Here’s a look at how the brain re-routes information processing functions into healthy brain tissue
Video is a great visual demonstration of anatomy and angiocath placement, but the result is NOT what EMS providers should expect or experience in the field
Funds will go toward new equipment, programs and services
Local nonprofit organization donates funds for EMS Training Academy
After four decades, thousands of patients, and many amazing partners, I know we can do better for our patients, the public and ourselves
The audit criticized medics for failing to complete medical records after delivering emergency care and directs officials to launch a retraining effort
How do you know when enough fluid is enough and if it is time to switch to vasopressors
Books
Autobiography from EMS Chief Don Lundy on his 40-year career from dispatcher to paramedic, and eventually to chief of the Charleston County (S.C.) EMS
An overview of applicable state or federal legislation and opinions that may impact EMS agencies offering or considering a subscription program
EMS providers give a glimpse into how they think about, assess, and treat stroke
Hospitals consider paying for community paramedicine to avoid patient readmissions
A total of $9,240 should have been collected from the classes, but only $2,980 was recorded
We asked EMS1 readers to share their knowledge and use of capnography during patient care
Don’t let anyone convince you that sloppy techniques and shortcuts are a necessary byproduct of the prehospital environment
He is accused of altering an EMT certificate “with intent to defraud,” and representing himself as someone authorized to provide medical care for over a year
The fire chief was placed on leave after an investigation revealed responders may not have proper training to use the equipment
Capnography has revolutionized prehospital patient care and assessment should be part of every EMS system
Fire officials were unable to verify documentation of proper training for firefighters
Early preparation and information gathering will ensure you and your field personnel are ready when the AHA instructional materials are released
Dr. Bryan Bledsoe discusses the need for ‘clinical guidelines,’ and when straying from protocols is acceptable
A new Institute of Medicine study found survival rates were less than 6 percent, and recommended ways to improve cardiac arrest outcomes
Books
A book review of “Lights and Sirens: The Education of a Paramedic” by Kevin Grange
