This course developed by the United States National Highway and Traffic Administration (NHTSA), provides training in basic emergency care treatment for the first person at an emergency scene. The Frist Responder/Emergency Medical Responder is able to function within the Emergency Medical Service (EMS) system and is a vital link in the chain of the health care team helping to deliver out hospital emergency medical care. This curriculum emphasizes skills necessary for an individual to provide emergency medical care with a limited amount of equipment. Students will develop basic skills in patient assessment and emergency medical care procedures.

This course is developed in accordance with the United States National EMS Education Standards and the NHTSA National EMS Scope of Practice Model for EMT instruction. It focuses on developing the knowledge, skills and abilities that will allow each student to recognize the nature or extent of a patient’s condition and to administer appropriate emergency medical care to stabilize the patient’s condition, lift, move, position and otherwise handle the patient to minimize discomfort and prevent further injury and transport them safely to the proper medical facility. It is designed for individuals seeking to further their career in emergency medicine. Students frequently continue their education and go on to become paramedics, nurses and physicians. After successful completion, students may sit for the EMT Licensing Examination. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are a part of the course.

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the roles, responsibilities, and critical skills required of a paramedic in emergency medical services. Students will explore foundational concepts in prehospital emergency care, focusing on the systematic assessment, management, and stabilization of patients in various medical situations. Emphasis is placed on the development of strong clinical decision-making abilities, effective communication with patients and healthcare teams, and the application of evidence-based practices in real-world scenarios. The course follows the U.S. DOT Guidelines for Paramedic Training. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

This course is a continuation of EMT 212 and builds upon the foundational knowledge and skills acquired in the previous course. Designed for students advancing in the paramedic training program, EMT 213 focuses on the advanced assessment, management, and stabilization of a wide range of patient conditions, with an emphasis on high-acuity cases in both medical and trauma emergencies. Students will deepen their understanding of complex pathophysiology, refine their clinical decision-making skills, and learn to implement advanced interventions across diverse scenarios. This course follows the United States Department of Transportation Guidelines for Paramedic Training. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

This course provides the student the opportunity to focus on the integration of the principles learned in EMT 221 and apply this knowledge into practical application. Includes: direct patient care; patient simulation, clinical rotations and ambulance ride time with the Chicago Fire Department. This course follows the United States Department of Transportation Guidelines for Paramedic Training. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

This course provides the student the opportunity to focus on the integration of the principles learned in EMT 221, 222 and apply this knowledge in practical application. This course includes direct patient care; patient simulation, clinical rotations and ambulance ride time. This course follows the United States Department of Transportation guidelines for Paramedic Training. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

EMS 227 is the capstone course in the EMT-P program offering supervised ride time with an approved preceptor on an ALS Chicago Fire Department Ambulance. This class provides the opportunity for each student to integrate knowledge, clinical practice, critical thinking/judgment and the ability to serve as a team leader in a variety of pre-hospital emergency situations throughout the city of Chicago. In conjunction with this direct patient care opportunity, students will participate in weekly seminars, which is a group learning opportunity designed to integrate their pre-hospital field learning experiences with critical medical content previously mastered in EMT-P 221, 222, 223 and 224. Written assignments (including Run Reviews and Patient Care Reports), as well as documentation of practiced clinical skills in the pre-hospital environment are required.