Virtual32 CE Credits
Emergency Medical Dispatch, 5th Ed., Version 5, Virtual Classroom
Hosted by APCO International
Dates TBD Online / Virtual
TelecommunicationsGovernment & Public Administration
About This Event
This 32-hour certification course trains telecommunicators to answer emergency medical service calls, properly prioritize responses, and provide pre-arrival instructions to callers. Students learn roles and responsibilities, legal issues, call-taking procedures, anatomy and physiology, quality assurance, and stress management using APCO EMD Guidecards through practical exercises and simulated calls.
Topics Covered
Regulatory & Legal
Documentation StandardsRisk Management
Leadership & Management
Quality Improvement
Wellness & Self-Care
Provider Burnout & Resilience
Safety & Infection Control
Medical Errors / Patient Safety
Registration & Fees
Continuing Education
32 CE Credits
Accredited by: APCO (Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials)
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