Welcome to the final course of lectures in your quest to master EMT basics. In this course, we will cover some of the highest-stress patient populations: pregnant patients and kids, also known as pediatrics. To wrap up your EMT knowledge we will end this course with information about hazmat situations, extricating patients from tight spots and finally how you write a note about your patient care. You will learn to ensure it communicates what your assessment of the patient was, what interventions you performed and why you did them.
Emergency Care: Pregnancy, Infants, and Children
Emergency Care: Pregnancy, Infants, and Children
This course is part of Become an EMT Specialization
Instructors: Arthur Pliaconis
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- Childbirth
- Emergency Medical Services
- Pathology
- Pediatrics
- Environment Health And Safety
- Clinical Assessment
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Maternal Health
- Patient Evaluation
- Emergency Medicine
- Child Health
- Airway Management
- Vital Signs
- Medical History Documentation
- Patient Transport
- Pediatric Nursing
- Obstetrics And Gynecology
- Health Assessment
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There are 4 modules in this course
In the next few lessons, you will learn about some basics of pregnancy as well as the care of the pregnant patient all the way through delivery of a baby. While it might seem crazy, part of your scope of practice is an emergency delivery!
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9 videos7 readings2 assignments
Next up is learning how to manage the newly born baby. Depending on the gestational age, the prenatal care and the delivery, the newborn can present in a variety of ways. You will learn a progression of interventions to help with your care of newborns. After learning about how to assess and manage the newborn, we will move on to the wide and wild world of kids, along with some tips and tricks for getting the info you need without all the tears.
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12 videos4 readings1 assignment
In this module, we are going to cover some pediatric specific problems that affect the different body systems. We will focus on diseases that are mostly found in the pediatric population and will refer you back to prior lessons to refresh on those things that affect all populations. We will also review in more detail some of the anatomic and developmental changes that occur during childhood that can impact your care for certain conditions.
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18 videos6 readings1 assignment
We’ll be finishing off the course with a few more crucial skills and concepts to round out your EMT education. These are the odds and ends that bring everything together.
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12 videos3 readings1 assignment
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I found this course the hardest one to do so far. I enjoyed the lectures and reading. Is very important to read the assessment question very carefully before you answer them.
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Very well delivered , the skill videos were nicely demonstrated .
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IMPORTANT UPDATE: "Become an EMT" Specialization & NREMT Certification
Current Course Status
The existing version of the "Become an EMT" specialization no longer meets the updated certification standards implemented by the NREMT in 2024. The current version cannot be used to qualify for NREMT examination. It remains a valuable resource for anyone exploring emergency medical services, continuing education, or general EMS knowledge. The current version is not a pathway to NREMT certification at this time.
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A fully redesigned NREMT‑aligned specialization is scheduled to launch in Summer 2026. NREMT‑aligned specialization is scheduled to launch in Summer 2026. This update ensures the course meets all current certification requirements and supports your long‑term success.
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Two components must be successfully completed to sit for the NREMT exam:
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