Healthcare Specialist - EMS | Area Career Center

Healthcare Specialist - EMS Overview

The Healthcare Specialist program is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in the emergency medical field.

Students gain a strong foundation in general medical practices through coursework in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, and an introduction to healthcare systems. Students focus on preparation for the National Emergency Medical Technician License. Beyond the classroom hands-on activities, students are also required to complete ambulance ride-alongs and a rotation in a hospital emergency room.

Hands-on experiences and clinical practice provide students with the confidence and competence needed to enter the workforce or continue postsecondary healthcare education.

Next Level Programs of Study Course #5274

Healthcare Fundamentals prepares students with language skills necessary for effective, independent use of health and medical reference materials. It includes the study of health and medical abbreviations, symbols, and Greek and Latin word part meanings, all taught within the context of body systems. Introduces cells, tissues, and human anatomy highlighting essential physiological principles through a systemic approach. Additionally, the course provides a general overview of basic concepts and terminology used in anatomy and physiology as applicable to health sciences and healthcare occupations. This course builds skills in pronouncing, spelling, and defining new words encountered in verbal and written information in the healthcare industry. Students have the opportunity to acquire essential skills for accurate and logical communication, and interpretation of medical records. Emphasis is on forming a foundation of a medical vocabulary including appropriate and accurate meaning, spelling, and pronunciation of medical terms, abbreviations, signs, and symbols.

Next Level Programs of Study Course #7165

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course is based on the training program developed by the Department of Transportation and the Emergency Medical Services Commission of Indiana. It covers theories, techniques, and operational aspects of pre-hospital emergency care within the scope and responsibility of the emergency medical technician (EMT). It requires laboratory practice and clinical observation in a hospital emergency room and ambulance. Successful completion of the course meets national requirements to test for certification as an NREMT.

Healthcare Specialist - CNA students are eligible for the following free dual credits with Ivy Tech:

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
HLHS100	Introduction to Health Careers	3
HLHS104	CPR/Basic Life Support	.5
HLHS101	Medical Terminology	3
HLHS102	Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology	3
PARM102	Emergency Medical Tech	7.5

All information stated herein is subject to change based on instructor, institution and/or program changes.

Work-Based Learning Requirement

As part of the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, students must complete ambulance ride-alongs and a rotation in a hospital Emgergency Room. These activities are facilitated by the EMS Instructor. Students are required to be available and attend all activities.

Work-Based Learning is a critical component of the student's career preparation, helping them build professional skills and gain real-world experience in their chosen field.

It is the policy of the Area Career Center (ACC) not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in its career and technical education programs, services, and activities, including employment policies and practices. The ACC will take steps to assure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the ACC's career and technical education programs. For information regarding nondiscrimination policies, please contact: LaTerra Smith, TitleIX/Section 504 Coordinator, lrsmith@hammond.k12.in.us