Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Objective

The EMT course aims to equip the Emergency Medical Technician with relevant knowledge and skills for emergency situations. It focuses on the development of clinical skills that will increase their confidence and enable them to handle critical situations properly.

The syllabus incorporates knowledge and abilities that fulfill the standards of 2 WSQ modules in the Healthcare Support Skills Framework, namely  WSQ Respiratory Care in Nursing (Level 2), and WSQ Infection Control (Level 2). It is also in accordance with requirements set by the Ministry of Health (MOH) for Emergency Ambulance Services (EAS).

This course is endorsed by the National Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Training Committee (NPTC) and the certificate is valid for 2 years.

Prerequisites:

• Valid BCLS + AED certification
• Valid Standard First Aid Certificate

 

Who Should Attend

The EMT course is targeted at learners who intend to seek a career switch, new entrants to the healthcare industry; and industry workers who seek certification. This course aims to satisfy the healthcare industry needs of skilled workforce in the pre-hospital care sector. It prepares learners to be Emergency Medical Technician or Ambulance Medic.

Mode of Assessment

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Practical Performance