Revised:
February 08, 2010
The Education Division is responsible for the education, orientation, and training of all EMS employees.
The Division also authors standing orders, protocols, and assists in the
writing and revisions of policy and procedures. The Division designates Field Training Officers and Preceptors that are responsible for the orientation of
new employees and the training of Paramedic and EMT students. Rutherford
County EMS is a training site for Middle Tennessee State University and Volunteer
State Community College.
In-service training is offered every three months
and meets re-licensure requirements for the
state of Tennessee. The Division works closely with State EMS office to provide the most up-to-date
information possible with the highest standards. Continuing Education Units are provided by Middle Tennessee
State University.
Currently the Division offers the following programs:
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- International Trauma Life Support (Advanced and Basic levels)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Ambulance Operations Course
- American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR and CPR Instructor Courses
- Domestic Preparedness Courses
Below is a list of scheduled AHA and ITLS courses offered by
RCEMS. Contact the Division for more information.
Class Schedule 2010
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ITLS |
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February 10 &11, 2010 |
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ACLS |
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January 14, 2010 |
Renewal |
Must have a current
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March 16, 2010 |
Renewal |
Must have a current
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May 18, 2010 |
Renewal |
Must have a current
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July 9, 2010 |
Renewal |
Must have a current
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August 12, 2010 |
Renewal |
Must have a current
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PALS |
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February 24, 2010 |
Renewal |
Must have a current
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February 25, 2010 |
Renewal |
Must have a current
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April 21, 2010 |
Renewal |
Must have a current
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August 25, 2010 |
Renewal |
Must have a current
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August 26, 2010 |
Renewal |
Must have a current
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RCEMS Inservices |
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County Inservices have been put on hold due to funding |
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MTSU EMS COURSES
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Fall EMT-IV Course |
August 17, 2009 |
Contact MTSU at
615-898-2462 or follow link in title for registration and information |
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EMT SNOW DAY NOTES |
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HealthStream Link
Employee related links: