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1 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 1 of 56 The of the University of Maryland at College Park was initiated in 1930 to meet the need for formalized fire service training. The Institute's role has been expanded through legislative action to be the state's comprehensive training and education system for emergency services. The central administration facilities and training academy are located at the flagship campus in College Park, with six regional training facilities positioned around the state. Fifty-four full-time faculty/staff and more than 500 part-time field instructors serve more than 35,000 students per year, acquiring more than 1,000,000 student hours of course work. Programs range from basic firefighter training to upper-level management with specialization in areas such as emergency medical services, hazardous materials, and other contemporary subjects. The Institute provides education and training to career and volunteer fire service students as well as industrial and commercial clients seeking professional-level instruction that meets state and federal regulations. Many of the Institute's developmental courses lead to certification under the National Fire Protection Association's Professional Qualifications Standards. All courses are developed by a professional team meeting contemporary standards and are subject to regular review and enhancement. Testing procedures and examination validity are consistent with current educational and legal requirements of the University of Maryland. Web Address: URL: Advanced Life Support Refresher MFRI-0090 Version 2 Number: EMS 312 Advanced Life Support Refresher 32 hours. 07/01/ Present 32 hours. Student will be able to integrate the pathophysiological principles and the assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement a treatment plan for the sick or injured adult or pediatric patient in a prehospital setting. To provide the student with the knowledge and skills required to integrate the pathophysiological principles and the assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement a treatment plan for a medical or trauma patient. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to integrate the pathophysiological principles and the assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement a treatment plan for the sick or injured adult or pediatric patient in a prehospital setting. Major topics covered in the course include fundamentals of trauma care, therapeutic hypothermia, pediatric trauma, altered mental status, febrile illness, GI emergencies, emergency childbirth and newborn stabilization, burn management, hand trauma and reattachment technology, cerebrovascular disease, ventricular assist devices, pediatric toxicology, polypharmacy, hypertension and peripheral vascular disease. Methods of instruction include interactive lectures, hands-on skills and simulation sessions, small group scenarios, and written examinations. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Emergency Medical Services Administration, Fire Science, Community Health Care or Allied Health Care (2/09). Number: EMS 312 Advanced Life Support Refresher 32 hours. 09/01/ /30/2008

2 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 2 of hours. Student will be able to integrate the pathophysiological principles and the assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement a treatment plan for the sick or injured adult or pediatric patient in a prehospital setting. To provide the student with the knowledge and skills required to integrate the pathophysiological principles and the assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement a treatment plan for a medical or trauma patient. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to integrate the pathophysiological principles and the assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement a treatment plan for the sick or injured adult or pediatric patient in a prehospital setting. Major topics covered in the course are sudden death in the young athlete, pediatric advanced life support, drugs of abuse, the Federal Response Plan, emergency preparedness, burn management, extremity trauma, spinal trauma, head trauma, obstetrics, child abuse and neglect, domestic violence and pediatric emergencies. Methods of instruction include interactive lectures, audio/visual materials, hands-on skills stations, small group scenario exercises, and written examinations. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category or in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Emergency Medical Services Administration, Community Health Care or Allied Health Care (10/04). Advanced Medical Life Support MFRI-0070 Version 2 Number: EMS 313 Advanced Medical Life Support 16 Hours (2 Days). 02/19/ Present 16 Hours (2 Days). Student will be able to apply critical thinking skills to integrate pathophysiology with assessment and history findings to determine actual and potential patient problems, and apply appropriate emergency medical treatment. To provide the student with the knowledge and skills required to successfully assess and manage a patient in medical crisis. This course addresses the most common medical complaints and offers a pragmatic method of assessment and management utilizing the scene size-up, history and physical examination to systematically rule-out and rule-in possibilities and probabilities in the medical patient. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to apply critical thinking skills to integrate pathophysiology with assessment and history findings to determine actual and potential patient problems, and apply appropriate emergency medical treatment. Major topics covered in the course are assessment of the medical patient, airway management, ventilation and oxygen therapy, Hyperfusion, dyspnea, chest pain, altered mental status, seizure and seizure disorders, acute abdominal pain and gastrointestinal bleeding. Methods of instruction include interactive lecture, teaching and evaluation stations. Methods of evaluation include lecture, discussion, case study, practical exam and a final examination. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate or lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Emergency Medical Services Technology or Emergency Health Services (2/09). Number: EMS 313 Advanced Medical Life Support 16 Hours (2 Days). 05/01/ /18/2009

3 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 3 of Hours (2 Days). Student will be able to apply critical thinking skills to integrate pathophysiology with assessment and history findings to determine actual and potential patient problems, and apply appropriate emergency medical treatment. To provide the student with the knowledge and skills required to successfully assess and manage a patient in medical crisis. This course addresses the most common medical complaints and offers a pragmatic method of assessment and management utilizing the scene size-up, history and physical examination to systematically rule-out and rule-in possibilities and probabilities in the medical patient. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to apply critical thinking skills to integrate pathophysiology with assessment and history findings to determine actual and potential patient problems, and apply appropriate emergency medical treatment. Major topics covered in the course are assessment of the medical patient, airway management, ventilation and oxygen therapy, Hypoperfusion, dyspnea, chest pain, altered mental status, seizure and seizure disorders, acute abdominal pain and gastrointestinal bleeding. Methods of instruction include interactive lecture, teaching and evaluation stations. Methods of evaluation include lecture, discussion, case study, practical exam and a final examination. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate or lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Emergency Medical Services Technology or Emergency Health Services (9/03). Aerial Apparatus Operator MFRI-0049 Version 2 Number: FIRE 114 Former Aerial Apparatus Operator (Formerly Truck Company Operations [TCO]) 21 hours. 09/01/ Present 21 hours. STUDENT WILL SAFELY AND EFFECTIVELY OPERATE AN AERIAL LADDER TRUCK AT A FIRE EMERGENCY SCENE. To provide the knowledge and skills to operate a fire department aerial ladder truck and associated equipment. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to safely and effectively operate an aerial ladder truck at a fire or emergency scene. (National Fire Protection Association standard 1002, Fire Department Vehicle Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications). Major topics covered in the course are truck company operations, tool requirements, terminology, techniques of spotting, stabilizing, working angles, loading, extreme operating conditions, raising and lowering, controls and valves, hydraulic systems, water tower operations, standpipe operations, ladders, safety rules, maintenance, and testing. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, audio/visual material, practical exercises, graded practical exercises, and final examination. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate or lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Fire Science Technology (9/03) (2/09). Number: FIRE 114 Aerial Apparatus Operator Former (Formerly Truck Company Operations [TCO]) 24 hours. 07/01/ /31/2003

4 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 4 of 56 STUDENT WILL SAFELY AND EFFECTIVELY OPERATE AN AERIAL LADDER TRUCK AT A FIRE EMERGENCY SCENE. To provide the knowledge and skills to operate a fire department aerial ladder truck and associated equipment. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to safely and effectively operate an aerial ladder truck at a fire or emergency scene. (National Fire Protection Association standard 1002, Fire Department Vehicle Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications). Major topics covered in the course are truck company operations, tool requirements, terminology, techniques of spotting, stabilizing, working angles, loading, extreme operating conditions, raising and lowering, controls and valves, hydraulic systems, water tower operations, standpipe operations, ladders, safety rules, maintenance, and testing. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, audio/visual material, practical exercises, graded practical exercises, and final examination. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate category, 1 semester hour in Fire Science Technology (11/94) (12/99). Aircraft Rescue Firefighters MFRI-0092 Number: FIRE 230 Aircraft Rescue Firefighters 40 hours (5 days) 08/01/ Present 40 hours (5 days). Student will be able to apply skills and knowledge to safely respond at the scene of emergency incidents involving aircraft. To provide the student with an in-depth review of the skills attendant to the duties of the Airport Firefighter job performance requirements (JPRs) of the National Fire Protection Association, 1003 Standard for Airport Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. Upon successful completion of the class, the student will be able to apply skills and knowledge to safely respond at the scene of emergency incidents involving aircraft. Major topics covered in the course are airport familiarization, aircraft familiarization, military aircraft, ARFF tactics and strategies, ARFF communications, ARFF agents and application methods, ARFF ladders, forcible entry, ventilation, salvage and overhaul, aircraft dangers, haz-mat, and PPE, ARFF IMS, planning and mass casualty. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, audio/visual material, instructor evaluation, practical skills evaluation, and final written examination. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate category or in the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Fire Science Technology (2/09). Aircraft Rescue Firefighting - Driver/Operator (ARFDO) MFRI-0068 Number: FIRE 232 Aircraft Rescue Firefighting - Driver/Operator (ARFDO) 40 hours. 08/01/ /18/ hours. Student will be able to apply skills and knowledge to safely respond and operate ARFF apparatus at the scene of emergency incidents.

5 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 5 of 56 To provide the student with an in-depth review of the skills attendant to the duties of an Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Driver/Operator job performance requirements JPR) of the National Fire Protection Association, 1002 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications. Upon successful completion of the class, the student will be able to apply skills and knowledge to safely respond and operate ARFF apparatus at the scene of emergency incidents. Major topics covered in the course are ARFF apparatus, fluid movement, fire pump operations, duties and responsibilities of the pump operator, response routes, vehicle safety, daily operator checks, airport signage, safe driving procedures, vehicle safety inspections, vehicle systems, day and night time operations. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, audio/visual material, instructor evaluation, practical skills evaluation, and final written examination. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate or the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Driver Operator (9/03) (2/09). Arson Awareness for the Company Officer MFRI-0050 Number: FAACO Arson Awareness for the Company Officer 12 hours (4-12 weeks). 01/01/ Present STUDENTS WILL BE AWARE OF BASIC FIRE ORIGIN AND CAUSE CONCEPTS TO ASSIST AND IDENTIFY FIRE CAUSE ON SCENE OF FIRE; PRACTICE AND PROCEDURES USED UNTIL INVESTIGATORS ARRIVE. To train company officers and senior firefighters in the basics of fire origin and cause, including interviewing techniques. Upon successful completion of this course, the fire company officers and senior firefighters will be aware of basic fire origin and cause concepts so that they may assist in identifying fire cause while on the scene of a fire incident; and what practices and procedures should be utilized until fire investigators arrive, including interviewing techniques. Major topics covered in the course are defining arson, understanding its impact, collection of information and listening, fuel loading, fire ignition and patterns, motives, stereotypes, fire laws and their application, interior and exterior observations, wild land fire problems, causes, evidence preservation, scene security, interviews, and court demeanor. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, audio/visual material, and final written examination. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Fire Science or Criminal Justice (12/99). Arson Awareness for the Company Officer (FAACO) MFRI-0048 Arson Awareness for the Company Officer (FAACO) 12 hours (2-4 weeks). 01/01/ /31/ HOURS (4-12 WEEKS) THE FIRE COMPANY OFFICERS AND SENIOR FIREFIGHTERS WILL BE AWARE OF BASIC FIRE ORIGIN AND CAUSE CONCEPTS SO THAT THEY MAY ASSIST IN IDENTIFYING FIRE CAUSE WHILE ON THE SCENE.

6 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 6 of 56 To train company officers and senior firefighters in the basics of fire origin and cause, including interviewing techniques. Upon successful completion of this course, the fire company officer and senior firefighter will be aware of basic fire origin and cause concepts so that they may assist in identifying fire cause while on the scene of a fire incident; and what practices and procedures should be utilized until fire investigators arrive, including interviewing techniques. Major topics covered in the course are defining arson, understanding its impact, collection of information and listening, fuel loading, fire ignition and patterns, motives, stereotypes, fire laws and their application, interior and exterior observations, wildland fire problems, causes, evidence preservation, scene security, interviews, and court demeanor. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, audio/visual material, and final written examination. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Fire Science or Criminal Justice (12/99) (10/04). Arson Detection for First Responders MFRI-0051 Version 2 Number: FIRE 122 Former Arson Detection for First Responders (Formerly Arson Detection for First Responders [NADFR]) 13 hours 15 minutes (2 days). 08/01/ Present 13 hours 15 minutes (2 days). STUDENT WILL RECOGNIZE THE INDICATORS OF AN INTENTIONALLY-SET FIRE; PRESERVE EVIDENCE; AND REPORT THE INFORMATION TO AN APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL. To provide a clear definition of the role of the initial responder organizations; to provide essential knowledge to enable them to recognize the potential of an intentionally-set fire; to preserve evidence; and to properly report the information to appropriate officials. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to recognize the indicators of an intentionally-set fire; preserve evidence; and report the information to an appropriate official. Major topics covered in the course are fire behavior, critical observations of the first responder, fire cause, scene security and evidence preservation, legal considerations, and reporting of findings. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, and case studies. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate or lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Fire Science or Fire Investigations (9/03) (2/09). Number: FIRE 122 Former Arson Detection for First Responders (Formerly Arson Detection for First Responders [NADFR]) 12.5 hours. 07/01/ /31/2003 STUDENT WILL RECOGNIZE THE INDICATORS OF AN INTENTIONALLY-SET FIRE; PRESERVE EVIDENCE; AND REPORT THE INFORMATION TO AN APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL. To provide a clear definition of the role of the initial responder organizations; to provide essential knowledge to enable them to recognize the potential of an intentionally-set fire; to preserve evidence; and to properly report the information to appropriate officials. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to recognize the indicators of an intentionally-set fire; preserve evidence; and report the information to an appropriate official.

7 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 7 of 56 Major topics covered in the course are fire behavior, critical observations of the first responder, fire cause, scene security and evidence preservation, legal considerations, and reporting of findings. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, and case studies. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate category or lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Fire Science (7/97). Basic Life Support and Hazardous Materials Response MFRI-0033 Version 2 Number: Former BLSNFA Basic Life Support and Hazardous Materials Response (Formerly Basic Life Support and Hazardous Materials Response [R246]) 16 hours (2 days). 08/01/ Present 16 hours (2 days). Student will be able to successfully identify potential problems and safety concerns (responders and victims) from videotaped incidents; define hazardous materials and indications of their presence including respiratory, dermal, and systemic toxicology and ingestion injuries; describe decontamination processes and equipment; describe level of protective clothing and protective equipment and its use; define standard of care; and understand federal laws relating to hazardous material response and identify processes and techniques for assessing a responder's condition. To provide an overview of critical concerns for emergency medical responders at hazardous material incidents, including toxicological aspects associated with hazardous material incident response. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to successfully identify potential problems and safety concerns (responders and victims) from videotaped incidents; define hazardous materials and indications of their presence including respiratory, dermal, and systemic toxicology and ingestion injuries; describe decontamination processes and equipment; describe level of protective clothing and protective equipment and its use; define standard of care; and understand federal laws relating to hazardous material response and identify processes and techniques for assessing a responder's condition. Major topics covered in the course are safety issues for EMS hazardous material response teams; managing contaminated victims; decontaminating and treatment procedures at basic life support level; transportation and receiving facilities; and compliance/understanding of federal regulations regarding hazardous material response. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, audio/visual material, graded participation and projects, and a final examination. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, case studies, audio/visual material, and reports. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in Fire Science, Public Administration, Emergency Medical Services, or Community Health (9/03). Number: Former BLSNFA Basic Life Support and Hazardous Materials Response (Formerly Basic Life Support and Hazardous Materials Response [R246]) 14 hours (2 days). 10/01/ /31/ DAYS (14 HRS) STUDENTS WILL IDENTIFY POTENTIAL PROBLEMS AND SAFETY CONCERNS FROM VIDEOTAPED INCIDENTS; DEFINE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND INDICATIONS OF PRESENCE.

8 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 8 of 56 To provide an overview of critical concerns for emergency medical responders at hazardous material incidents, including toxicological aspects associated with hazardous material incident response. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to successfully identify potential problems and safety concerns (responders and victims) from videotaped incidents; define hazardous materials and indications of their presence including respiratory, dermal, and systemic toxicology and ingestion injuries; describe decontamination processes and equipment; describe level of protective clothing and protective equipment and its use; define standard of care; understand federal laws relating to hazardous material response; and identify the process and techniques for assessing responder's condition. Major topics covered in the course are safety issues for EMS-hazardous material response teams, managing contaminated victims, decontaminating and treatment procedures at basic life support level, transportation and receiving facilities, and compliance/ understanding of federal regulations regarding hazardous material response. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, audio/visual material, graded participation and projects, and a final examination. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category or in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in Fire Science, Public Administration, Emergency Medical Services, or Community Health (2/95) (8/98). Building Construction: Non-Combustible and Fire Resistive MFRI-0001 Number: Former BCNCNFA Building Construction: Non-Combustible and Fire Resistive (Formerly Building Construction: Non-Combustible and Fire Resistive [F150]) 16 hours (2 days). 07/01/ /30/ DAYS (16 HRS). STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO CITE KEY FEATURES OF NONCOMBUSTIBLE OR FIRE-RESISTIVE BUILDINGS THAT AFFECT EMERGENCY OPERATIONS. To enable the student to cite key features of noncombustible or fire-resistive buildings that affect emergency operations. Fire and life safety concerns that exist in non-combustible and fire-resistive structures are studied. Major topics covered in the course are the key features of non-combustible and fire-resistive structures that affect emergency operations; fire behaviors of steel and concrete are presented so that the effect of their presence in non-combustible or fire-resistive structures may be better anticipated; basic principles that apply to the spread of fire, products of combustion in structures, and special problems with interior finishes and building elements are discussed; testing methods for materials are covered; and the unique problems of conducting emergency operations in buildings under construction are studied. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and simulation exercises. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Construction Technology or Fire Science (8/86) (2/95) (12/99). Building Construction: Principles--wood And Ordinary Construction (f100) MFRI-0002 Former Building Construction: Principles--wood And Ordinary Construction (f100) (Formerly Building Construction: Principles-Wood and Ordinary Construction [F100])

9 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 9 of hours (2 days). 07/01/ /30/ DAYS (16 HRS). STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO RECOGNIZE CONSTRUCTION TYPES, DESIGN, ALTERATION CONSEQUENCES, MATERIALS USED, AND THEIR INFLUENCE ON THE BUILDING'S REACTION TO FIRE. To enable the student to recognize construction types, design, alteration consequences, materials used, and their influence on the building's reaction to fire. In a tactical situation construction features and resultant potential hazards to firefighters are studied. Major topics covered in the course are information of how the construction type, alterations, design, and materials influence a building's reaction to fire; the principle of "fireground" reading of a building and the value of relevant advance information about buildings are explained; building stability and resistance to fire; special hazards to firefighters and construction elements; and the determination of likely paths of fire extension. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and simulation exercises. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Construction Technology or Fire Science (8/86)(2/95). Emergency Medical Services Officer I MFRI-0034 Version 2 Number: EMSO1 Emergency Medical Services Officer I 01/01/ Present (48 HRS) THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO MANAGE HUMAN RESOURCES, COMMUNITY/PUBLIC RELATIONS; EMS COMPANY/ DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION, INCLUDING BUDGETS, REPORTS, AND INCIDENT PRE-PLANNIN Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate category or lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Emergency Medical Services Administration, Management, Fire Science, Emergency Management, or Public Administration (12/99)(10/04). Number: EMSO1 Emergency Medical Services Officer I 48 hours (16 weeks). 09/01/ /31/1999 (48 HRS) STUDENTS WILL MANAGE HUMAN RESOURCES, COMMUNITY/PUBLIC RELATIONS; EMS COMPANY/ DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION, INCLUDING BUDGETS, REPORTS, AND INCIDENT PRE-PLANNING. To provide the student with entry-level training in company/departmental emergency medical services operations and administration at the first line supervisory level. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to effectively manage human resources; community/public relations; EMS company/departmental organization and administration, including budgets, reports, and incident pre-planning; and public EMS education safety, and emergency services delivery. Major topics covered in this course are the role of the EMS officer, facing compliance and accountability issues of the 21st century, recognizing and managing cultural diversity, safety/wellness, TQM, interfacing with the community and media at large, functional leadership, supervising EMS company/departmental operations, effective communications, introduction to EMS operations, incident management system(s) and managing multiple casualty incidents. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, case studies, audio/visual material, preceptorship program, observations, tests, examinations and completion of required skills. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Emergency Medical Services Administration, Management, Fire Science, Emergency Management, or Public Administration (9/96).

10 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 10 of 56 Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Refresher MFRI-0040 Version 2 Number: EMTR Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Refresher 24 hours (4 weeks or 8 weeks). 10/01/ Present 24 HOURS (4 WEEKS OR 8 WEEKS) THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO PERFORM ALL THE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE EMT-B REQUIRED FOR THE EMERGENCY CARE OF MEDICAL AND TRAUMA PATIENTS. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Emergency Medical Services Administration, Community or Allied Health, or Fire Science (10/04). Number: EMTR Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Refresher 24 hours (4 weeks or 8 weeks). 06/01/ /30/ HOURS (4 WEEKS OR 8 WEEKS) THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO PERFORM ALL THE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE EMT-B REQUIRED FOR THE EMERGENCY CARE OF MEDICAL AND TRAUMA PATIENTS. To prepare a certified Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B) to demonstrate through an examination process, the proficiency of his/her knowledge and application of emergency medical basic skills. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to perform all the roles and responsibilities of the EMT-B required for the emergency care of medical and trauma patients including assessing the patient, managing the airway, recognizing signs and symptoms, providing care for adults and children with medical conditions, trauma injuries, and for conditions of emergency childbirth. Major topics covered in the course are Maryland medical protocols for EMS providers, preparatory (scene safety, quality improvement, personal health and safety, and medical legal issues); airway (opening, suctioning, ventilations, adjuncts, and oxygen delivery); patient assessment (scene size-up/assessment, initial assessment, focused history and physical exam for significant and non-significant medical, and trauma situations); medical and behavioral situations (altered mental status, allergic reactions, and poisoning/overdose); trauma situations (shock management, wound management--open chest, abdominal, amputations, burns--management of injuries to bones and joints and head and spine, rapid extrication); and emergency obstetrics, infants, and children: childbirth (normal deliveries, abnormal deliveries), and infants and children (medical problems, trauma problems). Methods of instruction include student interactive and participatory activities including instructor review, discussions, demonstration of skills, supervision and coaching of student skills practice, observation of student skills based on an objective checklist with a 100 percent cut point required to pass, and a final written examination prepared by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Systems (MIEMSS) on medical protocols for EMS providers is also required to be recertified. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Emergency Medical Care or Community Health (12/99). NOTE: Credit should be awarded one time only; course must be taken periodically for recertification. Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

11 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 11 of 56 MFRI-0035 Version 2 Number: EMS 102 Emergency Medical Technician-Basic 116 hours. 09/01/ Present (116 HRS) STUDENTS WILL RECOGNIZE, ASSESS, AND MANAGE MEDICAL AND TRAUMA SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS IN PATIENTS OF EMERGENCY SITUATIONS; DETERMINE AND USE EQUIPMENT FOR PATIENT MANAGEMENT AND CARE. To provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform emergency medical care in a pre-hospital environment at the basic life support level. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to recognize, assess, and manage medical and trauma signs and symptoms in patients of emergency situations; determine and use appropriate equipment for patient management and care; communicate and work with other emergency service personnel in the care, transport, and transfer of patients; and maintain patient and department records. Major topics covered in the course include legal aspects of emergency care, infection control, patient assessment, respiratory system, oxygen adjuncts and delivery, CPR, AED, bleeding control and management of soft tissue injuries, musculoskeletal injuries and management, spinal immobilization, pediatric and obstetric emergencies, crisis intervention, multiple casualty and triage management, ambulance operations, and EMS systems. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, audio/visual material, skills practical scenarios, modular written and practical exams. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate or lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Emergency Medical Services Technology, Emergency Health Service, Fire Science, Emergency Management or Public Administration (9/03) (2/09). Number: EMS 102 Emergency Medical Technician-Basic 131 hours. 07/01/ /31/2003 (125 HRS) STUDENTS WILL RECOGNIZE, ASSESS, AND MANAGE MEDICAL AND TRAUMA SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS IN PATIENTS OF EMERGENCY SITUATIONS; DETERMINE AND USE EQUIPMENT FOR PATIENT MANAGEMENT AND CARE. To provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform emergency medical care in a pre-hospital environment at the basic life support level. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to recognize, assess, and manage medical and trauma signs and symptoms in patients of emergency situations; determine and use appropriate equipment for patient management and care; communicate and work with other emergency service personnel in the care, transport, and transfer of patients; and maintain patient and department records. Major topics covered in the course include legal aspects of emergency care, infection control, patient assessment, respiratory system, oxygen adjuncts and delivery, CPR, AED, bleeding control and management of soft tissue injuries, musculoskeletal injuries and management, spinal immobilization, pediatric and obstetric emergencies, crisis intervention, multiple casualty and triage management, ambulance operations, and EMS systems. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, audio/visual material, skills practical scenarios, modular written and practical exams. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate or lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Emergency Medical Technology, Fire Science, or Public Administration (9/96). Emergency Response to Terrorism: Basic Concepts MFRI-0052

12 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 12 of 56 Version 2 Number: NERTBC Emergency Response to Terrorism: Basic Concepts 09/01/ Present STUDENT WILL RECOGNIZE THE POTENTIAL DANGERS OF THE FIRST RESPONDER ACTS OF TERRORISM; UNDERSTANDING CIRCUMSTANCES THAT INDICATE TERROSRISM;SELF-PROTECT; SCENE CONTROL; TATICS/RESPONSE; ELEM/CONTROL. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate or lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in AAS-Fire Science, Emergency Medical Services, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, or Public Health (9/03). Number: NERTBC Emergency Response to Terrorism: Basic Concepts 16 hours (2 days). 08/01/ /31/2003 STUDENT WILL RECOGNIZE THE POTENTIAL DANGERS OF THE FIRST RESPONDER ACTS OF TERRORISM; UNDERSTANDING CIRCUMSTANCES THAT INDICATE TERROSRISM;SELF-PROTECT; SCENE CONTROL; TATICS/RESPONSE; ELEM/CONTROL. To provide awareness for first responders to the scene of a possible terrorist incident concerning personnel safety, crime scene issues and command and control of the incident. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to recognize the potential dangers to the first responder from acts of terrorism; demonstrate basic understanding of circumstances that indicate a terrorism act; define self-protection measures; define scene control principles; recommend basic tactics and response to terrorism acts; and recognize the elements of command and control to terrorist acts. Major topics covered in the course are understanding and recognizing terrorism, implementing self-protect measures, scene control, tactical considerations, and incident command. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, individual group activities, scenarios, case studies, classroom exercises, audio/visual material, and a final examination. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate category or lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in AAS-Fire Science or EMS Technologies (8/98). Emergency Response to Terrorism: Incident Management MFRI-0073 Number: NERTIM Emergency Response to Terrorism: Incident Management 48 hours. 01/01/ Present 48 hours. Student will be able to apply skills and knowledge that will assist them in preparing their own communities for emergency response to a terrorist action. To provide incident commanders with the necessary skills for recognizing a terrorist incident, preservation of evidence, planning and intelligence, Federal response and Unified Command, hazardous materials and emergency medical services response and related command issues.

13 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 13 of 56 Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to apply skills and knowledge that will assist them in preparing their own communities for emergency response to a terrorist action. Major topics covered in the course are characteristics of terrorism and weapons; recognizing and identifying a terrorist incident; HazMat and EMS response; operational considerations; command issues; intelligence and planning; federal response; evidence issues; recovery and termination; and perspectives on the future of terrorism. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree or upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Criminal Justice, Fire Science, Political Science, Public Administration, Emergency Management, or Public Health (9/03). Emergency Response to Terrorism: Strategic Considerations for Company Officers MFRI-0074 Number: NERTSCCO Emergency Response to Terrorism: Strategic Considerations for Company Officers 16 hours (2 days). 04/01/ Present 16 hours (2 days). Student will be able to identify the fundamental nature and attributes of the terrorists' motivation and methods of achieving their objectives, identify and use appropriate recognition and identification tools needed by initial arriving Command Officers at a terrorist incident, and be able to explain the importance of planning and intelligence gathering for a terrorist incident. They will also be able to explain response strategies for terrorist incidents, be able to apply the components of the Incident Command System (ICS) and integrate them into an overall management plan for terrorist events, and be able to understand the importance of incident documentation and evidence preservation as they relate to terrorist incidents, and be able to identify the components of the Federal Response Plan (FPR) and explain methods of its activation. To increase a Command Officer's ability to anticipate potential terrorist incident targets, and ability to respond effectively to a terrorist incident through coordinated planning, training, and exercising. To increase a Command Officer's skills level to work in a team setting to address terrorist incidents and to increase an emergency response department's ability to integrate local, State and Federal resources to address a terrorist incident. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identify the fundamental nature and attributes of the terrorists' motivation and methods of achieving their objectives, identify and use appropriate recognition and identification tools needed by initial arriving Command Officers at a terrorist incident, and be able to explain the importance of planning and intelligence gathering for a terrorist incident. They will also be able to explain response strategies for terrorist incidents, be able to apply the components of the Incident Command System (ICS) and integrate them into an overall management plan for terrorist events, and be able to understand the importance of incident documentation and evidence preservation as they relate to terrorist incidents, and be able to identify the components of the Federal Response Plan (FPR) and explain methods of its activation. Major topics covered in this course are defining terrorism and weapons of mass destruction, characteristics of terrorist incidents, planning and intelligence gathering, factors influencing strategic decisions, integrated response to terrorist events, incident documentation and evidence preservation, and the federal response. Methods of instruction include lecture, audio/visual material, computer-assisted instruction, learner presentations/reports, tests, quizzes, projects, and final exams. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate or lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Fire Science, Emergency Medical Services, or Hazardous Materials (9/03). Emergency Response to Terrorism: Tactical Considerations: Company Officer

14 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 14 of 56 MFRI-0075 Number: NERTTCCO Emergency Response to Terrorism: Tactical Considerations: Company Officer 12 hours 55 minutes. 04/01/ Present 12 hours 55 minutes. Student will be able to explain terrorist event response operational concepts and planning criteria; describe the common considerations for response actions for a terrorist attack; identify and evaluate information and explain how it relates to establishing protection measures at a suspected terrorist event; explain how a specific response strategy for a given scenario and proposed tactical options will increase responder survivability and response effectiveness; and list and explain Incident Command transition consideration. To supply the responding officer with the strategic and tactical knowledge and skills to recognize a hostile act, minimize losses, communicate (identify) the information necessary to other arriving units, establish command, manage the incident, and direct operations until relieved by a senior ranking officer. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to explain terrorist event response operational concepts and planning criteria; describe the common considerations for response actions for a terrorist attack; identify and evaluate information and explain how it relates to establishing protection measures at a suspected terrorist event; explain how a specific response strategy for a given scenario and proposed tactical options will increase responder survivability and response effectiveness; and list and explain Incident Command transition consideration. Major topics covered in the course are common considerations for response actions, recognition and survival, terrorism response strategies and tactical options, and transition of command. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, small group activity, and a final examination. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate or the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Emergency Medical Services or Fire Science (9/03). Emergency Response to Terrorism: Tactical Considerations: Emergency Medical Services MFRI-0076 Number: NERTTCEMS Emergency Response to Terrorism: Tactical Considerations: Emergency Medical Services 15 hours 25 minutes. 04/01/ Present 15 hours 25 minutes. Students will be able to distinguish strategies and tactics, identify strategic goals regarding terrorism response, define terrorism and several categories of terrorist targets, list cues for recognizing a terrorist event, and identify potential field medical resource needs. During a B-NICE incident students will be able to develop a safety plan addressing the potential for secondary contamination and patient treatment plan involving casualties, personal protective equipment, decontamination and monitoring considerations for personnel operating in the multi-casualty branch. In a simulated terrorist event, the student will be able to identify security concerns regarding responses, on-site operations, and standard response equipment and specialized detection equipment along with its application.

15 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 15 of 56 Designed for the first on-the-scene responding EMS personnel with the responsibility to render patient care to victims of terrorist incidents, the students will be trained in security considerations, identifying signs of terrorism, anticipating unusual response circumstances, assessing information, and initiating self-protection actions. Students will learn to apply their knowledge about responding to a terrorist event, providing patient care, identifying and preserving evidence, managing site safety, documenting the event, and debriefing personnel. Students will be able to distinguish strategies and tactics, identify strategic goals regarding terrorism response, define terrorism and several categories of terrorist targets, list cues for recognizing a terrorist event, and identify potential field medical resource needs. During a B-NICE incident students will be able to develop a safety plan addressing the potential for secondary contamination and patient treatment plan involving casualties, personal protective equipment, decontamination and monitoring considerations for personnel operating in the multi-casualty branch. In a simulated terrorist event, the student will be able to identify security concerns regarding responses, on-site operations, and standard response equipment and specialized detection equipment along with its application. Major topics include terrorism concepts, patient care, decontamination, and responder safety. Methods of evaluation include lectures, discussions, group activities, and a final exam. Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate or the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Emergency Medical Services or Fire Science (9/03). Emergency Response to Terrorism: Tactical Considerations: Hazardous Materials MFRI-0077 Emergency Response to Terrorism: Tactical Considerations: Hazardous Materials 15 hours 15 minutes. 04/01/ Present 15 hours 15 minutes. Student will be able to identify and apply basic security tactics; estimate risk and determine appropriate response precautions; identify equipment likely to be useful in a response to terrorist events; select appropriate personnel protective equipment; identify appropriate product control methods; identify decontaminations; plan components for decontamination of victims and for equipment contamination during a terrorist incident that involves hazardous materials. To increase the emergency provider's skill level to work in a team setting for a safe and effective response to terrorist events which involve hazardous material. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identify and apply basic security tactics; estimate risk and determine appropriate response precautions; identify equipment likely to be useful in a response to terrorist events; select appropriate personnel protective equipment; identify appropriate product control methods; identify decontaminations; plan components for decontamination of victims and for equipment contamination during a terrorist incident that involves hazardous materials. Major topics covered in the course are security, chemical and physical properties, monitoring, protection, product control and decontamination. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercise, audio/visual material, and a final examination. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or upper division degree category, 1 semester hour in Emergency Medical Services, Environmental Studies or Fire Science (9/03). Emergency Vehicle Operator MFRI-0041

16 American Council on Education - National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs Page 16 of 56 Number: EVO Emergency Vehicle Operator 39 hours (13 weeks). 07/01/ Present 39 HOURS (13 WEEKS) THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DESCRIBE THE MAJOR CONCEPTS OF EMERGENCY VEHICLE DRIVING INCLUDING SAFETY, LEGAL ISSUES, COMMUNICATIONS, VEHICLE INSPECTION AND PREPARATION. To provide the student with information on sensible and safe emergency vehicle driving procedures and collision avoidance and to develop basic skills in the operation of fire and rescue service apparatus. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to describe the major concepts of emergency vehicle driving including safety, legal issues, communications, vehicle inspection and preparation, physical forces affecting driving and the operation of an emergency vehicle; and demonstrate basic competency as a driver of an emergency vehicle. Major topics covered in the course are safe driving and collision avoidance, Maryland motor vehicle statutes, route selection and communications, vehicle inspection and driving preparation, physical forces affecting driving, lights and sirens, basic control tasks, urban driving, negotiating intersections, turnarounds, following and passing vehicles, high-speed driving, dealing with adverse conditions and contingencies, and emergency parking. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, audio/visual material, instructor evaluation, completion of exercises, homework, final written examination and skills performance check-off. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Fire Science Technology (12/99)(10/04). Emergency Vehicle Operator Refresher MFRI-0082 Number: EVOR Emergency Vehicle Operator Refresher 12 hours. 01/01/ Present 12 hours. Student will be able to perform vehicle readiness inspections, discuss driver qualifications, vehicle dynamics, basic vehicle control, and a variety of driving tasks. To provide the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to enhance the ability of current drivers of emergency services vehicles. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to perform vehicle readiness inspections, discuss driver qualifications, vehicle dynamics, basic vehicle control, and a variety of driving tasks. Major topics covered in this course include laws and liabilities, driver's role and responsibilities, driver readiness, operating space, major vehicle components, inspection and maintenance, physical forces of motion, vehicle dynamics and basic tasks, road characteristics and vehicle maneuvers, route planning and selection, driving range rules, vehicle inspections by students, and vehicle activities at slow and moderate speeds. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, audio/visual material, and practical exercises. Credit Recommendation: This course is a refresher course for the Emergency Vehicle Operator course and does not have additional learning outcome to qualify for more college credit (9/03). Engine Company Fireground Operations MFRI-0053