Contact

Steven Wilson
Director/Instructor
Orange County Campus, room 108D
919-536-7200, ext. 4219
ems@durhamtech.edu

Emergency Medical Services (Continuing Education)

Short Term

EMS Continuing Education courses are available for those who need to train, retrain, and update themselves in the field of EMS. The courses are of the highest quality, both in classroom and in field instruction.


Program Mission Statement

The Durham Tech EMS Education Program mission is to enrich quality of life within the broader community through teaching, learning, and service while continually striving for innovation and excellence in EMS education.

Course Offerings

Specialty Courses: Advanced training via online courses are offered and are registration fee exempt for NC Public Safety Workers with proof of affiliation. Use the Emergency Medical Services registration form.

Refresher Courses: There are prerequisites that are necessary for admission into the EMS refresher courses. These prerequisites are essential for compliance with the Durham Tech EMS Education Plan approved by the North Carolina Office of EMS (NCOEMS) and NCOEMS pre/corequisite guidelines: NCOEMS Credentialing and Compliance Requirements. All prerequisites MUST be completed AND approved prior to enrolling in any EMS Refresher course. Contact ems@durhamtech.edu assistance with documentation submission and course registration.

EMT Refresher
  • Currently holds a valid NC, NREMT, or other state credential.
  • Hold a basic level NC EMS credential that has expired within the last two years.

AEMT and Paramedic Refresher
  • Currently holds a valid NC, NREMT, or other state credential (AEMT or Paramedic ).
  • Hold an advanced level NC EMS credential (AEMT or Paramedic) that has expired within the last four years

Other  Courses/Programs


Accreditation Information

The Durham Tech EMS program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
1361 Park Street
Clearwater, FL 33756
727-210-2350
caahep.org
Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP)
8301 Lakeview Parkway 
Suite 111-312
Rowlett TX, 75088
214-703-8445
coaemsp.org

 

Emergency Medical Science Student Achievement Outcome Data

YearStudents StartedStudents GraduatedPositive Placement (see note below)Did not FinishDurham Tech Program CompletionFirst Time State Exam Pass RateState Exam Pass Rate (cumulative)First Time National Exam Pass RateNational Exam Pass Rate (cumulative)
2020-2021242296%292%100%100%95%100%
2019-20202322100%196%100%100%91%100%
2018-2019221894%482%100%100%100%100%


Note: Per COAEMSP: Positive placement means that the graduate is employed full or part-time in the profession or in a related field; or continuing his/her education; or serving in the military. A related field is one in which the individual is using cognitive, psychomotor, and affective competencies acquired in the educational program.

Upcoming Program Events

SEF-3001XP AHA BLS, Healthcare Providers

The AHA's BLS course trains participants to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality chest compressions, deliver appropriate ventilations and provide early use of an AED. Upon completion of all course requirements, participants receive a BLS Provider Course Completion Card which is valid for two years.
Section
Number
Dates Location Building Room Time Format
93253
4/17 - 4/17
OCC
115
W 11:00:00 AM - 3:00:00 PM
Classroom
93254
5/8 - 5/8
OCC
109
W 9:00:00 AM - 1:00:00 PM
Classroom

EMS-3163A Basic Anat & Physiology

This course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include a basic study of the body systems as well as an introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course must meet or exceed the specific guidelines of the NC Office of Emergency Medical Services (NCOEMS), including all content, lab, and instructor requirements.
Section Number Dates Location Building Room Time Format
This course has already started or is not being offered this term.

EMS-4201A Emergency Medical Technician Refresher

This refresher course is for EMTs currently credentialed in North Carolina and/or by National Registry. It covers the 80-hour refresher curriculum according to North Carolina OEMS guidelines, including the refresher curriculum as prescribed by the National Registry for the EMT level. Registration fee exempt for qualified participants (must provide proof of affiliation).
Section Number Dates Location Building Room Time Format
This course has already started or is not being offered this term.