Title: Overview Module VI Public Health
Course: EMS 1119 Emergency Medical Technician > Section: Module VI Public Health

Module 6 in the Florida EMS Curriculum is a small stand-alone module by comparison with the other modules in this course. Depending upon the textbook utilized by your program, the text information may only be a be a few paragraphs or pages in length. However, do not discount the importance of public health and the role of EMTs and EMS itself in your communities health. The public health is very much an emerging force in healthcare today and there is an expanding role for various levels of certified/licensed EMS providers becoming involved in health education, injury prevention and health wellness outreach efforts.

With most of the nations population living in rural areas, perhaps upwards of 75 million, EMS often is the only healthcare professions individuals see on any regular basis. With this in mind, its appropriate to look at the needs of your community and the resources EMS has to offer to meet the increasing demands for healthcare.

In your textbook you will read about the types of health prevention (primary and secondary) and your role in health education. This will be an opportunity to explore career options for EMTs previously not considered.

Note: The content of this module may also be incorporated or combined with Module 1, EMS Systems at the discretion of your instructor.