Courses in blue allow students the option to earn potential college credit.
Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) - Semester 1 (11-12)
5641
This course is designed to provide the first responder at the scene of a medical or trauma emergency the necessary knowledge and skill to manage patient care until the arrival of ambulance personnel. The course will cover the following topics: anatomy and physiology, the body systems, medical terminology, patient assessment, vital signs, bleeding and shock control, spinal immobilizations, splinting, bandaging, use of oxygen, adjunctive equipment, water safety and life saving techniques, working with ambulance stretchers and patient transport, as well as CPR instructor training. Emphasis is placed on practical skills through simulations and field experience opportunities.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Semester 2 (11-12)
5642
This course will prepare a student to become a certified Emergency Medical Technician-Basic. The focus of this course is the recognition and emergency treatment of sick or injured patients. Students will be trained to utilize basic and advanced EMS skills and equipment. Students will be provided with the unique opportunity to learn in a hands-on environment by way of simulated emergency scenarios and speakers currently working in the emergency care field including physicians, nurses, paramedics, fire fighters, law enforcement officers and other medical personnel. Field study opportunities are available at area hospitals, clinics, ambulance services, police departments, fire departments.
Certified Nursing Assistant (11-12)
5620
This course introduces students to some of the most important concepts used in a variety of health care settings. The course includes the theory for these concepts, as well as the training to perform the necessary care giving skills. The skills are demonstrated in a supervised laboratory setting. The course includes an additional 16 hours of clinical experience. Upon successful completion of this course, the student is eligible to take the Minnesota Competency Evaluation for Nursing Assistants.
Introduction to Urban Education (10-12)
0850
Prerequisite: Students are expected to have a GPA of 2.1 or higher.
The Intro to Urban Education course is designed to help students understand both the rewards and challenges of a teaching career. Students will discuss current issues in education from the perspective of students, teachers, parents and communities. They will also have the opportunity to observe and participate in teaching experiences from a critical and learning lens. Students will earn three credits which can be used at Minneapolis College or transferred to another institution for review. Students also can complete a certificate or associate's program in education for immediate work as a paraprofessional in education.