Title: Module 1 Overview
Course: EMS 1119 Emergency Medical Technician > Section: Module I Preparatory

First Things First!

For many of you taking this course, this will be your first exposure to the world of Emergency Medical Services. Whether it’s the excitement of a dynamic work environment or just the thrill of the call, EMS draws many individuals for many reasons. What is common with every EMS provider is they start their journey as an EMT and every course begins with the a chapter on EMS history.  Not recognized as the most exciting subject matter in an EMT course, the first Module is about beginnings. It is the foundational material you will carry with you throughout your journey in EMS. Regardless if your studies end at an EMT certification or if you continue and pursue Paramedic training, nursing school or even medical school, all professional training start with an overview of the professional role, responsibilities, ethics and legal considerations. It is the latter that will serve an important role as you grow in your career.

Module 1 will cover the history of EMS, types of provider systems, levels of provider, legal considerations as well as healthcare ethics. The information will also be supplemented with additional reference material and resources specific to EMS in Florida as well as legal and statutory regulations that govern your role as an EMT.

Nowhere is the phrase “safety-first” more important than in the provision of emergency care by first responders.  By definition, emergencies are unpredictable and provider safety must be your top priority. The section on Workforce Safety and Wellness will serve you throughout your career.

So lets begin at the beginning and take that first step. Build a solid foundation and you will be rewarded with an exciting journey which begins now. First things first!