EMS Systems
Tracking # 20-1372077
Course overview
Objectives Describe the primary types of EMS Systems List key similarities and differences in these systems Recognize the benefits of varied systems based on community and department needs Content Introduction 1. EMS System Defined 2. Components of an EMS System 1. Dispatch 2. Box Assignments 3. Call Priority 3. Types of EMS Systems 1. Private-Based 2. Fire-Based 3. Volunteer vs. Career 4. Hospital-Based 5. ER Techs 6. Community-Based 1. Community Paramedics 7. Critical Care Units 8. Air Medical 9. Examples of Specialized Teams 1. PANDA 2. Mobile Stroke Units 5. Emergency Rooms 6. Specialty Centers 1. Burn Centers 2. Behavioral Health Centers 3. Pediatric Centers
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Florida Emergency Medical Services
Emergency Medical Technician
Paramedic
Disclosure statements
Conflict of Interest Statement
- A conflict of interest occurs when an instructor has a financial, legal, commercial, and/or professional relationship with organizations or the employees working for said organization, that could influence the level of instruction you receive. The instructor of this course has no conflicts of interest and has been properly vetted prior to creating this material to ensure the information being shared is accurate, relevant, and up to date.
Post-Course Quiz Performance and Compliance
- At the conclusion of this course you will be required to attempt and pass a quiz. The minimum passing score for the quiz is 70%. You will have three attempts to pass the quiz. If you are unsuccessful at passing the quiz on the third attempt, you will be required to watch the CE course over in its entirety.