Course curriculum

    1. Welcome to the course!

    2. Accessing your course

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    3. Assessment practice

    4. Course outcomes

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    5. Community Paramedicine learning resources

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    1. Outcomes

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    2. Aseptic technique

    3. Donning and doffing PPE

    4. Virtual Flashcards: Hand Washing

    5. Virtual Simulation: Hand Washing

    6. Virtual Simulation: COVID-19 Assessment and PPE

    1. Outcomes

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    2. Overview of medication administration

    3. Intravenous (IV) cannulation

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    4. Intravenous fluids

    5. Subcutaneous medication administration

    6. Intramuscular medication administration

    7. Topical medication administration

    8. Educating patients on insulin administration

    9. Oral and gastric medication administration

    10. Virtual Simulation: Oral medication administration

    11. Virtual Simulation: Non-parenteral medication administration

    12. Virtual Simulation: Parenteral medication administration

    13. Virtual Flashcards: Hydration Status

    14. Virtual Flashcards: Intramuscular Injections

    15. Virtual Flashcards: Intravenous Cannulation

    16. Virtual Flashcards: Subcutaneous Injection

    17. Virtual Simulation: Intramuscular Injection

    18. Virtual Simulation: Intravenous Cannulation

    19. Virtual Simulation: Subcutaneous Injection

    20. Virtual Simulation: Hydration Status

    21. Quiz: Intravenous therapy and medication administration

    1. Outcomes

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    2. Blood bottle guide

    3. Venipuncture - How to take blood

    4. Lab values interpretation (for reference)

    5. Virtual Simulation: Blood Culture Collection

    6. Virtual Simulation: Blood collection interpretation

    7. Virtual Flashcards: Blood Bottles

    8. Virtual Flashcards: Blood Culture Collection

    9. Virtual Flashcards: Venipuncture

    10. Quiz: Phlebotomy

    1. Outcomes

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    2. Urinalysis

    3. Macro urinalysis

    4. Sputum sample

    5. Nasopharyngeal swab

    6. Oropharyngeal swab

    7. Virtual Flashcards: Sputum Sample

    8. Virtual Flashcards: Urinalysis

    9. Virtual Flashcards: Urological History

    10. Virtual Simulation: Measuring Urine Output

    11. Virtual Simulation: Nasopharyngeal Swab

    12. Virtual Simulation: Oropharyngeal Swab

    13. Virtual Simulation: Sputum Sample Collection

    14. Virtual Simulation: Urinalysis

    15. Quiz: Specimen collection

    1. Outcomes

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    2. Point of care glucose and ketone testing

    3. iSTAT point of care testing

    4. Spirometry

    5. Virtual Flashcards: Spirometry

    6. Quiz: Diagonstic tests

About this course

  • $425.00
  • This course is part of the Certificate in Community Paramedicine Care

What’s included?

This comprehensive course allows you to learn at your own pace in micro-learning easy-to-digest lessons.

  • Textbooks & Resources

    All textbooks and resources are included in the program fee and are embedded directly in the courses meaning students can seamlessly access and download textbook readings on their mobile devices or computer. Resources are regularly reviewed to ensure up-to-date standards and research. *Textbooks are available in PDF and/or eBook format.

  • Engaged evaluations

    In this course, students are evaluated through virtual OSCEs that they can access through their mobile device or computer. Evaluations are designed not only to assess the student's knowledge but also promote research and team work.

  • Flexible learning

    Courses are designed as micro-learning experiences allowing students to easily work through each module in short bursts. This method makes it easier for those with busy schedules to get the most out of their learning. Learning can take place on or off-duty to help alleviate any scheduling challenges. Mobile learning is included!

Course outcomes

Preparing highly-skilled health and wellness professionals for expanded knowledge in this specialized field.

  • Differentiate between subcutaneous, intramuscular and intravenous medication administration

  • Describe the rationale and procedure for intravenous therapy

  • Discuss indications and rationale for performing peripheral venipuncture and perform collection venous blood specimens

  • Discuss indications for oral and nasal gastric tube insertion.

  • Discuss the indications and rationale for performing specimen collection including urinalysis, sputum, and swabs

  • Demonstrate wound assessments and perform and manage wound care

  • Perform urinary catheterization and assess for complications

  • Perform Central Venous Line procedures

  • Utilize diagnostic tools and point of care devices including spirometry

  • Demonstrate effective, appropriate and timely performance of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures relevant to patient care Select medically appropriate investigation methods

FAQ

  • Who is this course for?

    This course is designed to provide Community Paramedics with advanced assessment skills and specialized therapeutics required in this growing field. Students will gain a foundational knowledge and feel confident expanding their knowledge in this field through further education. This course is a great addition to your CP continuing education program. Note: This course is a required course in the Certificate in Community Paramedicine Care program.

  • How long does it take to complete this course?

    Students may complete this course in as little as one month however you will have access to the course for one year.

  • How do I know I will be competent in the content after this course?

    Students will perform virtual OSCEs with other students throughout this course to practice their assessment skills and knowledge. Evaluations are based on the content provided in videos, interviews, research papers and required readings. Content is competency-based meaning each course addresses specific competencies necessary for the student to master. Instruction is provided using a range of resources and much of the content is reviewed or taught by healthcare experts in their respective fields for specific courses. We always recommend implementing a continuing education and review routine for yourself to ensure knowledge retention, patient safety and clinical competence and confidence.

  • What are the prerequisite for this program?

    There are no prerequisites for this program however this course is designed specifically for community paramedics. This course is only open for paramedics currently working for a paramedic service.

  • I would like to register several of my staff for this course. Do you offer cohort pricing?

    We offer cohort pricing for some of our courses and programs. Please get in touch with us to discuss options!

  • I have more questions!

    And we've got answers! Feel free to get in touch with us by e-mail at [email protected]

Registration options

Individual or team pricing available.

Register individual paramedics or teams

$425

Interested in this course? Email us at [email protected] Enroll team of 10+

*Team pricing

Teams of 10 or more are $382 each. Please enter number of staff in the checkout. You will receive login codes for each of your staff after payment. Codes are valid for one year after the date the code is activated by your staff.

Looking for comprehensive training programs for community paramedic?

  • Micro-cert in community paramedicine care
  • Certificate in community paramedicine care
  • Advanced certificate in community paramedicine care
  • Community paramedicine care refresher

E-mail us with questions or for a quote for EFT payment [email protected]

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