EMS Training and Education
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EMS Training and Education Resources
Practical, authentic ways to show gratitude and strengthen community ties with the people who respond first when it matters most
5 tips to quickly find a patient’s radial pulse for vital sign assessment
Educating patients at the highest risk for suffering a fatal overdose
Breaking down some light-hearted and professionally-serious tips to start and build a successful career in EMS
Tuesday’s theme aims to foster a culture of safety, collaboration and preparedness within the EMS industry and in local communities
Learn more about the accreditation process before voluntary AEMT accreditation becomes available on January 1, 2025
It can be difficult to find time to practice a skill, but bringing the necessary equipment into a station is the first step
Chris and Kelly also talk about the New York City medics being placed on modified duty after a fatal arrest
As a leader you’re constantly being scrutinized, and a quick weekly email can help ensure you’re communicating what you intend
A FOIA request revealed problems that included two paramedics passing the course without being present, and an evaluator who was not state certified
They worked side by side to help physicians better understand pre-hospital care and the limitations of working in the field
Six EMS providers were also promoted to paramedics during the ceremony
Members are receiving ongoing training from the Chicago Fire Department
Turning a blind eye to cyber threats puts first responders and civilians at risk; here are two ways to stave it off.
Chris and Kelly also talk about situational awareness in light of recent events that continue to put paramedics and EMTs in danger
The hard-and-fast rules of scene safety need to be reconsidered in active-shooter incidents where victims need immediate treatment
Asking students to answer a question in real-time on their smart phones is an effective method for generating more conversations in the classroom
Chris and Kelly also talk about a Texas EMS agency that’s pushing back on fire-based service
The fellowship aims to provide physicians with formal experience before assuming EMS medical director roles
The value of simulation is clear, but the link proving simulation training translates to real clinical outcomes has not been well documented
It’s a complicated skill, and it’s critical that EMS providers learn good techniques from the start and continue to practice them
Chris and Kelly also talk about the 911 dispatcher who has come under fire for her brusque replies to a woman who called to report a rape
The events we experienced early in our career can now help us empathize with those going through similar situations
Follow this advice to find the training program that’s best for you
The data shows that trained, experienced and certified EMS instructors are a better predictor of success than an academic setting
They were taking part in a forced-entry at an abandoned house when a ball of fire sent hot gas into their faces; two police officers were also hurt
LA Fitness members sprang into action when he collapsed playing racquetball: “Get the defibrillator right now! It’s behind my desk!”
You have permission to go behind the scenes of the media outlet you want to cover your agency, so take full advantage of this opportunity
