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National College Credit Recommendation Service

Board of Regents  |  University of the State of New York

NOCTI and Nocti Business Solutions (NBS) | Evaluated Learning Experience

Emergency Medical Services (1138)

Course Category: 
Length: 
Varies.
Location: 
NOCTI and NBS proctored test centers throughout the United States.
Dates: 
September 2011 - Present.
Instructional delivery format: 
Proficiency exam
Learner Outcomes: 

Students will be able to: demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) in the law and public safety fields; Identify and use appropriate terminology for the law and public safety fields; describe risk management practices that minimize liability; identify body systems, common disorders, and symptoms; observe, monitor, and report patient status and respond appropriately; demonstrate proper procedures for positioning, transporting, and transferring patients; identify appropriate emergency vehicle procedures; Identify appropriate procedures involving health ethics and scope of work; apply reading skills in a law and public safety environment; apply writing skills in a law and public safety environment; apply mathematical skills in a law and public safety environment; apply science skills in a law and public safety environment; describe the relationships, roles, and responsibilities among law and public safety professionals; analyze the impact on law and public safety based on technological advances; apply appropriate laws, regulations, and industry standards in law and public safety situations; Identify ethical issues and demonstrate ethical behavior in law and public safety situations; communicate using appropriate language and level, including using appropriate techniques for communicating with special needs individuals (e.g., hard of hearing); apply listening skills and interpret verbal and nonverbal behaviors to enhance communication with coworkers and the public; interpret and use tables, charts, and figures to support written and oral communication; use word processing, presentation software, and email applications to prepare communications; use spreadsheet and database applications to manage and communicate data and information; use problem solving and critical thinking skills to locate credible sources of information about problems and determine appropriate methods for investigating causes; Use problem solving and critical thinking skills to determine root causes of problems and to suggest and evaluate solutions; apply leadership qualities to improve the quality of work and the work environment; work effectively in a team environment to improve the quality of work and the work environment; identify and practice appropriate safety and health procedures for law and public safety occupations; demonstrate appropriate emergency and first aid knowledge and procedures for law and public safety occupations; identify and practice appropriate environmental procedures for law and public safety occupations; demonstrate appropriate workplace behaviors related to a career in law and public safety; and pursue career development skills to advance in the law and public safety careers.

Instruction: 

NOCTI and NBS exams assess  individuals' end-of-program knowledge and skills in an online proctored proficiency examination format.

Credit recommendation: 

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Emergency Medical Services (11/13) (11/18 revalidation) (11/23 revalidation). 

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