First Responder

Course Description

First Responders are trained to assess and treat patients at the basic level.  They are the first level of National Certification by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians,

As a First Responder, you will be able to assess individuals and treat life threatening injuries until more advanced providers arrive.  Methods used by the first responder to assess and treat individuals in need range from taking blood pressures, providing comfort measures, to full body immobilization to prevent further injury.

Course Length

Approximately 2 Weeks

Course Audience

This course is designed for individuals that are part of an Industrial Medical Response Team or are Volunteer Firefighters.