On Demand32 CE Credits
Emergency Medical Dispatch, 5th Ed., Version 5, Online #79713
Hosted by APCO International
Dates TBD Online / Virtual
TelecommunicationsGovernment & Public Administration
About This Event
This course provides emergency telecommunicators with the knowledge and skills to answer medical emergency calls, properly prioritize responses, and provide pre-arrival instructions to callers. It covers roles and responsibilities, legal issues, anatomy and physiology, quality assurance, and stress management, with practical exercises using APCO EMD Guidecards.
Topics Covered
Ethics & Professional Conduct
Informed Consent
Leadership & Management
Quality ImprovementHR & Staff Development
Regulatory & Legal
Documentation Standards
Wellness & Self-Care
Provider Burnout & Resilience
Registration & Fees
Continuing Education
32 CE Credits
Accredited by: APCO
APCO certified EMDs must provide proof every two years of 24 hours (12 hours per certification year) of Continuing Dispatch Education (CDE). Recertification requires ongoing continuing education.
Who This Event Is For
Industries
TelecommunicationsGovernment & Public Administration