Emergency Medical Assistant (EMA) Training

Hands-on demonstration of CPR techniques for adults, including updated compression-to-breath ratios.

Learn how to modify CPR methods for pediatric patients, with focus on proper depth and hand placement.

Get comfortable using an automated external defibrillator, from powering on to delivering a shock.

Address common issues with AEDs and learn basic upkeep to ensure reliability during emergencies.

Practice abdominal thrusts and other techniques to clear airway obstructions in alert individuals.

Manage choking scenarios when the patient is unresponsive, integrating CPR and airway checks.

A practical session on sizing and placing OPA devices to maintain open airways.

Learn when and how to use NPAs, including insertion techniques and contraindications.

Master the use of barrier devices and BVMs to provide effective ventilation support.

Understand oxygen delivery systems and flow rates for patients in respiratory distress.

A video walkthrough combining CPR, AED use, and airway management in simulated scenarios.

Identify signs of a heart attack and learn initial interventions to stabilize the patient.

Apply the FAST method to quickly evaluate stroke symptoms and coordinate care.

Distinguish between low and high blood sugar episodes and provide appropriate first aid.

Learn to administer epinephrine auto-injectors and manage severe allergic reactions.

Techniques to protect patients during seizures and safely assist those who faint.

Assess and support individuals with confusion or reduced responsiveness, focusing on common causes.

Differentiate between respiratory conditions and provide relief using positioning and medication aids.

Treat temperature-related crises with cooling or warming strategies and monitor vital signs.

Approach water and electrical incidents safely, focusing on CPR and scene control.

Follow updated steps for poisoning cases, including naloxone administration for opioid overdoses.

Evaluate the cause of trauma to anticipate hidden injuries and prioritize care.

A detailed guide to systematically checking a trauma patient from head to toe.

Practice techniques to stop severe bleeding using pressure and commercial tourniquets.

Learn when and how to apply hemostatic dressings to control hemorrhage.

Clean, dress, and bandage various wound types to prevent infection and promote healing.

Assess burn severity and provide cooling, covering, and pain management on scene.

Apply splints to immobilize fractures and dislocations, reducing pain and further damage.

Hold the spine aligned during assessment and transport to prevent paralysis.

Identify signs of penetrating trauma or tension pneumothorax and provide initial support.

Assess abdominal injuries, focusing on shock signs and gentle handling.

Adapt trauma care for children, including size-appropriate techniques and communication.

Address common issues like medication use and fragile skin when treating older adults.

Learn safe lifting, equipment adjustments, and assessment strategies for bariatric patients.

Secure patients on stretchers with proper padding and straps for movement.

Use body mechanics and teamwork to lift patients without injury.

Handle different stretcher types, including loading into ambulances.

Understand the basics of triage in mass casualty events to allocate resources effectively.

Apply triage systems like START to categorize patients based on severity.

Use clear radio and verbal communication to coordinate with teams and report findings.

Fill out patient care reports accurately to support continuity of care.

Understand roles and handoff procedures when supporting higher-level providers.

Learn the structure of incident command to function within organized response efforts.

Develop strategies to handle emotional stress and maintain well-being in this field.

Explore ongoing training opportunities and certifications to advance your EMA career.

Discuss common ethical challenges and how to make principled decisions under pressure.

Practice through video simulations that combine skills from across the course in realistic situations.

Summarize key takeaways and plan your path forward as a trained Emergency Medical Assistant.