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EMS 52

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN: BASIC PART A · 5 units

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About this course

Intended to instruct a student to the level of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) who serves as a vital link in the chain of the health care team. It is recognized that the majority of prehospital emergency medical care will be provided by the EMT. Students will participate in hands-on application of skills necessary to work as a competent EMT. Students will also perform patient assessment scenarios focused on medical and trauma complaints and treatments of various diseases and injuries, to build competence and prepare them to sit for the state certification exam. Includes all knowledge and skills necessary for the individual to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with a fire department or other specialized service.

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Fall 2026 · updated Sep 3, 3:30 PM UTC
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Prerequisites

EMS 50EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONSE

Catalog wording: “EMS 50.”

Advisory: “Advisory: EMS 52 and 53 may not be taken concurrently; not open to students with credit in EMT 50 or 304.”

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Foothill courses that list EMS 52 as a prerequisite.

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