EMS 100 Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Course Syllabus - On-Campus Requirements & Learning Outcomes

Sep 23, 2026

EMS 100 Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course syllabus outlines a 9-credit program sponsored by Washburn Tech and approved by the Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services. The course delivers at least 140 hours of didactic and psychomotor instruction covering simulations, skill demonstrations, clinical/field experience, and emergency department and ambulance orientation. It specifies required textbooks, uniforms, footwear rules, watch and computer availability, and defines student learning outcomes and detailed competencies including CPR for adults, children, and infants, AED use, and patient care responsibilities.

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EMS 100 Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) I. Course Information Credits 9 Campus Washburn Tech Address 5724 SW Huntoon Street Topeka, Kansas 66604 Office FAX 785-273-7080 II. Course Description This program is sponsored by Washburn Tech and is approved by the Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services. It is based on current information and techniques considered to be the responsibility of the EMT according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, National Standard Curriculum, as enriched by the Kansas Board of EMS. This course exceeds the state and national requirements. It consists of a minimum of 140 hours of didactic and psychomotor skills in the classroom. This program consists of didactic and psychomotor skills instruction; skills demonstrations; clinical and field experience; orientation to the emergency department and ambulance; and an extrication class. The course will also contain simulated experiences in patient care and handling. This knowledge must be learned and maintained in order to function effectively as an EMTas it is an applied science. III. Textbooks and Other Necessary Equipment Textbook: 1. Brady, Prehospital Care, 10th edition (ISBN 0133369137 ) 2. MyBradyLab (ISBN 0134045068) Additional materials: Shoes: Students are to have black shoes/boots for Hospital and Field Internship use. No canvas, sandals, clogs, heels or croc-like shoes are allowed. Shoes must be consistent with hospital/ambulance service policies. Shoes must be clean. Watch: Students are to have a watch able to mark seconds. Expensive watches ARE NOT recommended. Textbooks/Workbooks: Textbooks for EMT Classes will be available for purchase through the College Bookstore. Books may be purchased at the time of enrollment. Uniform: A dark blue/navy blue t-shirt with the KCKCC EMS logo over the left breast and matching blue EMT type trousers with black shoes/boots. Name Badge: College ID badge will be used for identification in the Hospital/Field Internship environment. Personal computer availability is REQUIRED with a high speed internet connection. Computers are available at many locations, including Bennett Computer Center at Washburn University and on the Washburn Tech Campus in the main building. IV. Student Learning Outcomes 1. Communicate effectively 2. Integrate technology 3. Learn effectively – use academics effectively 4. Demonstrate cooperative/teamwork skills 5. Apply safety 6. Think critically and creatively 7. Demonstrate responsible work ethics V. Competencies The learner will demonstrate proficiency in adult, child, and infant CPR procedures and skills. 1. The learner will demonstrate adult obstructed airway maneuvers. 2. The learner will demonstrate adult CPR procedures. 3. The learner will demonstrate child obstructed airway maneuvers. 4. The learner will demonstrate child CPR procedures. 5. The learner will demonstrate infant obstructed airway maneuvers. 6. The learner will demonstrate infant CPR procedures. 7. The learner will demonstrate rescue breathing for adult, child and infants. 8. The learner will discuss use of the Automatic external defibrillator and resuscitation of the cardiac arrest patient. 9. The learner will relate risk factors associated to heart disease & strokes. 10. The learner will pass CPR written exam with score of 84% or higher. 11. IF YOU CANNOT PASS THE WRITTEN EXAMINATION AFTER TWO (2) ATTEMPTS, YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO CONTINUE IN THE EMT COURSE. YOU WILL NEED TO WITHDRAW FROM CLASS. The learner will discuss the responsibilities and the well-being of the EMT. 12. The learner will relate body substance isolation procedures to specific patient care. 13. The learner will relate principles of scene safety to patient care scenarios. 14. The learner will discuss stress management. The learner will discuss medical, legal, ethical and human issues of prehospital care. 15. The learner will

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How long and how is the EMS 100 course delivered?

The program includes a minimum of 140 hours combining classroom didactic instruction and psychomotor skills training, along with skills demonstrations, clinical and field experience, and orientation to the emergency department and ambulance.

What textbooks and learning materials are required for the course?

Required textbooks include Brady, Prehospital Care (10th edition) and MyBradyLab. Students also obtain additional materials through the College Bookstore during enrollment.

What learning outcomes and competencies must students achieve?

Students must communicate effectively, integrate technology, learn effectively, apply safety, think critically, and demonstrate responsible work ethics. Competencies include adult/child/infant CPR and obstructed airway maneuvers, rescue breathing, AED use, and assessment and vital-sign procedures.

Sep 23, 2026

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