Matthew Scott, BS, MICP Director Virtua School of Paramedic Sciences EMS as a Career Matthew Scott, BS, MICP Director Virtua School of Paramedic Sciences

What is EMS? Emergency Medical Services

Star Of Life DETECTION TRANSFER OF CARE REPORTING CARE IN TRANSIT RESPONSE CARE ON SCENE

History of EMS Napoleon Bonaparte started the first ambulance corps to get wounded soldiers to hospitals. Hospital were sometimes miles away. The trek was often excruciating for the wounded.

History of EMS Surgeons in the American Civil War developed the concept of rapid care for the wounded. The beginning of rapid trauma care.

History of EMS 1881 Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross. “Treat them where they lie.” A former American Civil War nurse

History of EMS In World War II combat medics refined the practice of treating wounded soldiers on the battlefield. Putting Clara Barton’s “treat them where they lie” concept in practice.

History of EMS The Korean and Viet Nam wars created the practice of air evacuation. Used worldwide, today

History of EMS 1966 White Paper Accidental Death and Disability: The Neglected Disease of Modern Society 1966 Highway Safety Act National Highway Traffic Safety Administration The landmark government study that found people involved in car crashes in the USA were not getting good, if any, prehospital care.

History of EMS An unorganized EMS system existed in the USA. Note that a converted hearse is used as an ambulance.

History of EMS Now EMS is a complex and integrated system of basic life support, advanced life support, transportation, and hospital resources that serve the citizens of and visitors to New Jersey

Basic Life Support Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Staff ambulances in towns and provide most EMS care

Basic Life Support EMT certification Ambulance operations Airway control and artificial breathing Extrication and transport Bleeding control Bandaging and splinting Emergency childbirth Defibrillation

Basic Life Support EMT certification 245 hour course Six (6) college credits NJ state EMT certification

Basic Life Support

Advanced Life Support Paramedic certification Advanced airway control Pharmacology EKG Advanced skills and procedures Critical thinking

Advanced Life Support Paramedic certification Two years Associate’s degree or certificate of accomplishment NJ State Paramedic Certification

Advanced Life Support

Paramedic Program 1500 hours of instruction that includes classroom, in-hospital and field experience.

EMS as a Career EMT – One semester = employment Paramedic – Career ladder into education, management or other health disciplines US Dept. of Labor projects EMS as growing FASTER than other similar educationally required careers

Qualifications – EMT Must be at least 16 years of age (with parental permission); Hold a current American Heart Association, American Red Cross or National Safety Council CPR certification; and Be able to read and write English

How Do I Get Started – EMT? Apply online to Camden County College, http://www.camdencc.edu Register for EMT-101 6 college credits for successful completion NJ EMT certification test

EMT Program In the Spring and Fall semesters we offer a a part time evening program at the Blackwood campus. In the Spring and Fall semesters we offer a a part time hybrid program at the Blackwood campus. In the Summer we offer an accelerated daytime program at the Blackwood campus.

EMT Program Part Time Evening Program Part Time Hybrid Program Class meets three evenings per week, plus every Saturday day. Includes in-classroom didactic lectures and hands-on skill instruction. Part Time Hybrid Program Replaces weekday evenings with online lessons. Saturday hands-on skill instruction.

Qualifications – Paramedic Must be at least 18 years of age; Possess a NJ, NY or PA certification as an EMT; Hold a current American Heart Association, American Red Cross or National Safety Council CPR certification; and Obtain sponsorship from a New Jersey Mobile Intensive Paramedic program.

Virtua School of Paramedic Sciences Contact Us Virtua School of Paramedic Sciences (856)374-5078 paramedic@camdencc.edu

Thank you and be safe!!