Oxford High School

Courses in Family and Consumer Science

 #          EMT Certification (10-12)             One Semester             .5 Credit

Due to the content of this course, a signed parent permission form will be required for participation in this class.

Emergency procedures are taught as prescribed for the EMT-1 state certification and includes basic life support and pre-hospital care under emergency conditions. Training consists of classroom instruction, skill demonstration, ambulance ride along and supervised clinical experience in an emergency room. Only students successfully completing CPR certification in the first eight (8) hours of class will be permitted to continue EMT training. A minimum of 85% attendance for all class sessions must be maintained for certification eligibility. After successful completion of training, students are eligible to test for EMT - certification through Connecticut licensure processes.  A student must be 16 years of age to be earn their certification.

1. Enduring Understandings (broad ideas, usually grounded in the discipline):

• Strengthening the well being of individuals and families across the life span;
• Becoming responsible citizens and leaders in family, community, and work settings;
• Promoting optimal nutrition and wellness across the life span;
• Managing resources to meet the material needs of individuals and families;
• Balancing personal, home, family, and work lives;
• Using critical and creative thinking skills to address problems in diverse family, community, and work environments;
• Successful life management, employment, and career development;
• Functioning effectively as providers and consumers of goods and services; and
• Appreciating human worth and accepting responsibility for one’s actions and success in family and work life.
   

2. Course Specific Goals (aligned with Content Standards):

3. Expected Performances (aligned with state Expected Performances

EMT Certification:  Scope and Sequence Calendar