Emergency Medical Technology/Paramedic
17 courses · Antelope Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Winter 2027 · Spring 2027
EMT 101 Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Units
- 8
- Hours
- 108 lecture hours, 108 lab hours, 216 contact hours total
- Advisory
- EMT 900 and BIOL 100.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Students must meet the physical demands of working in an emergency environment, which includes the ability to lift, squat, bend, climb stairs, and meet standards for hearing, eyesight, and speech. Enrollment is contingent on class availability with a maximum of 20 students per lab section, maintaining a 10:1 student-to-instructor ratio for hands-on skill training. This course is approved by the Los Angeles County EMS Agency. Uniform Requirement: For the purposes of professionalism, safety, and identifiability, students are required to wear a designated uniform during lectures, lab sessions, and internships. The uniform consists of the following approved items: • AVC EMT White Polo Shirt • AVC EMT Navy Blue T-shirt • AVC EMT 1/4 Zip Sweatshirt (Optional) • AVC EMT Hat (Optional) • Black Belt • Navy Blue Work Pants • Black Work Boots • AVC EMT ID Badge • Watch with a Second Hand The AVC EMT uniform articles (polo shirt, t-shirt, sweatshirt, and hat) must be ordered through the approved vendor of the EMT course. Other uniform components, such as the belt, pants, boots, and watch, may be purchased at the discretion of the student, provided they meet the standards discussed during the first class session. The approximate total cost of the required uniform items is $150. Proper adherence to the uniform policy is mandatory, and failure to comply may result in restrictions on participation in lab or field activities. This course covers the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), focusing on emergency medical services procedures and patient care techniques. Upon successful completion, students receive a certificate of completion from Antelope Valley College. Students are then eligible to sit for the National Registry EMT certification exam, which is required for professional certification. Students must hold or obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers before the first class session, and detailed requirements will be provided during the initial meeting.
EMT 121 Introduction to EMS
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 49.5 lecture hours, 13.5 lab hours, 63 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU
This introductory course provides foundational knowledge and psychomotor skills necessary for success in emergency medical services education. Topics include EMS systems, workforce wellness, public health, medical-legal and ethical responsibilities, medical terminology, and effective communication and documentation. The course also includes a comprehensive review of Basic Life Support (BLS) skills and introduces students to patient assessment techniques including vital signs and primary assessment skills. A structured laboratory component allows students to develop basic clinical skills through supervised practice. Students will demonstrate competency in core EMS concepts and psychomotor techniques necessary for progression in a paramedic training program.
EMT 122 Pharmacology in EMS
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 40.5 lecture hours, 40.5 lab hours, 81 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of or concurrent enrollment in EMT 121.
- Corequisite
- EMT 123 and EMT 125.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course introduces the foundational concepts of pharmacology as applied in the prehospital setting. Topics include drug classifications, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, medication safety, routes of administration, and legal considerations. Students will learn the therapeutic uses, dosages, indications, contraindications, and potential adverse effects of medications commonly administered by paramedics in the field. Emphasis is placed on clinical decision-making, accurate medication preparation and delivery, and safe practice under medical control.
EMT 123 Trauma Emergencies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Corequisite
- EMT 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Pathophysiology, assessment and management of trauma emergencies in the field. Basic and advanced management principles and continuum of trauma care. Focus on prehospital and definitive management of patients with shock as the result of traumatic injury.
EMT 124 Trauma Certification
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 36 lab hours, 63 contact hours total
- Corequisite
- EMT 123.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course meets requirements for trauma certification according to national, state and local standards in emergency medical services. This course is required for students enrolled in the paramedic program.
EMT 125 Cardiorespiratory Emergencies
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides paramedic students with the knowledge and clinical reasoning skills necessary for the recognition and management of respiratory and cardiovascular emergencies in the prehospital setting. Topics include pulmonary and cardiac pathophysiology, ECG interpretation, 12-lead ECG acquisition and analysis, recognition of dysrhythmias, and advanced airway management techniques. Emphasis is placed on assessment-based care, clinical decision-making, pharmacologic interventions, and team-based resuscitation strategies. The course includes preparation for Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
EMT 126 Neuroendocrine Emergencies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 40.5 lecture hours, 40.5 lab hours, 81 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- EMT 121, EMT 122, and EMT 125.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course prepares paramedic students to assess and manage patients with medical emergencies involving the neurologic and endocrine systems. Topics include altered mental status, seizures, strokes (including TIA and hemorrhagic/ischemic differentiation), diabetic emergencies, thyroid and adrenal dysfunction, and complex multisystem presentations. Emphasis is placed on clinical assessment, differential diagnosis, appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, and prioritization of care. Includes preparation for stroke system activation and adherence to current regional and national treatment protocols.
EMT 127 Medical Emergencies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 40.5 lecture hours, 40.5 lab hours, 81 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- EMT 121, EMT 122, EMT 125.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides paramedic students with the foundational knowledge and clinical skills necessary to assess and manage a broad range of non-traumatic medical emergencies in the prehospital setting. Topics include pathophysiology, assessment, and treatment of allergic reactions, anaphylaxis, toxicologic exposures, hematologic disorders, renal and genitourinary conditions, gastrointestinal and hepatic emergencies, psychiatric crises, infectious diseases, and environmental illnesses. Emphasis is placed on differential diagnosis, clinical decision-making, pharmacologic interventions, and team-based patient management using regional EMS protocols and national standards.
EMT 128 OB/GYN and Pediatric Emergencies
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- EMT 121, EMT 122, EMT 125.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course prepares paramedic students to assess and manage obstetric, neonatal, and pediatric emergencies in the prehospital environment. Topics include maternal complications of pregnancy and delivery, fetal monitoring basics, neonatal resuscitation (following NRP guidelines), pediatric assessment strategies, and the treatment of common pediatric illnesses and injuries. Emphasis is placed on anatomical and physiological differences in pediatric patients, age-specific interventions, family-centered care, and communication with caregivers. Clinical decision-making is reinforced through scenario-based instruction and simulation aligned with national paramedic education standards.
EMT 129 EMS Operations and Special Populations
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- EMT 121, EMT 122, EMT 123, EMT 125.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course prepares paramedic students to manage the medical and psychosocial needs of patients from special populations, including older adults, patients with physical or cognitive disabilities, victims of abuse or neglect, individuals affected by poverty or homelessness, and those receiving home or hospice care. Students also gain foundational knowledge in EMS operations, including crime scene awareness, hazardous materials, ambulance safety, mass casualty incidents (MCIs), incident command, and disaster preparedness. Emphasis is placed on safety, communication, compassion, and adherence to EMS operational standards and protocols.
EMT 130A Paramedic Clinical Practicum
- Units
- 7
- Hours
- 378 lab hours, 378 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- EMT 126, EMT 127, EMT 128, and EMT 129.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides supervised clinical education in hospital and specialty settings to develop paramedic-level patient care competencies. Students will apply knowledge and psychomotor skills learned in the didactic and laboratory phases while caring for patients under the supervision of clinical preceptors. Clinical areas may include emergency departments, labor and delivery, pediatrics, intensive care, psychiatric units, and surgical suites. Emphasis is placed on advanced patient assessment, medication administration, airway management, team communication, and the development of critical thinking necessary for field readiness. Completion of this course with documented skill mastery is required for progression to the capstone field internship.
EMT 130B Paramedic Field Internship
- Units
- 11
- Hours
- 594 lab hours, 594 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- EMT 130A.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Student must be approved through Paramedic Director or Health and Safety Sciences Division. This capstone course provides paramedic students with supervised field experience under the direct mentorship of a licensed paramedic preceptor. Students assume increasing responsibility in all aspects of patient care, with the goal of demonstrating independent clinical decision-making and safe performance of advanced life support interventions. Emphasis is placed on leadership, scene management, documentation, critical thinking, and integration of the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains. The course concludes with a comprehensive evaluation of terminal competencies and a final medical director review to determine readiness for National Registry testing and EMS workforce entry.
EMT 900 Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 9 lecture hours, 9 contact hours total
Instructional materials fee of $10 is required for this course and must be paid at registration. This course is an American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) course designed to prepare participants to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality chest compressions, deliver appropriate ventilations and provide early use of an AED. Reflects science and education from the AHA Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care. Students who successfully complete this course will receive an AHA BLS course.
EMT 901 Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours, 18 contact hours total
This American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider course is designed for healthcare professionals who respond to cardiovascular emergencies. The course emphasizes high-performance team-based resuscitation and focuses on the early recognition and management of respiratory arrest, cardiac arrest, and peri-arrest conditions using AHA algorithms. Students will participate in interactive lectures, case-based scenarios, and hands-on skills sessions covering airway management, electrical therapy, pharmacology, and post-cardiac arrest care. AHA certification is awarded upon successful completion of both the written and practical skills examinations. The ACLS Provider certification is valid for two years. A $15 materials fee is required to cover the cost of the AHA certification.
EMT 902 Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours, 18 contact hours total
A $15 instructional materials fee is required to cover the cost of the AHA certification and must be paid at registration. This course prepares healthcare providers to recognize and manage critically ill infants and children using the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) guidelines. Students will review pediatric assessment, respiratory and circulatory emergencies, shock management, and cardiac arrest protocols. Emphasis is placed on team dynamics, algorithm-based interventions, and high-performance simulation scenarios. This course is intended for healthcare professionals working in emergency, intensive care, and prehospital settings. Students who successfully complete all written and practical components will be eligible for AHA PALS Provider certification. The PALS Provider certification is valid for two years.
EMT 905 Paramedic Preparation
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 27 contact hours total
This course is designed to provide the students with an introduction and overview of Antelope Valley College's Paramedic Program. Students will be introduced to major concepts contained in the paramedic curriculum including anatomy and physiology, EKG interpretation, pharmacology, and patient assessment. This course is required to be completed before beginning the paramedic program per Los Angeles County Requirements.
EMT 950 Emergency Medical Technician Refresher
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 27 contact hours total
This course is designed for Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) seeking to renew their California or National Registry certification in compliance with state and local EMS agency requirements. It provides a comprehensive review of core EMT knowledge and skills, including airway management, trauma and medical emergencies, obstetrics, pediatrics, and EMS operations. The course includes completion of the Skills Competency Verification (SCV) as outlined by EMSA and awards 24 hours of approved continuing education (CEUs) for EMT recertification.