Continuing Education (Basic , Intermediate and Paramedic Level)
All levels of EMTs are initially certified upon successful completion of the Massachusetts exam process. Following the initial certification period, each level of EMT must renew their certification every two years. One component needed for recertification is mandatory attendance to training scope applicable continuing education sessions. Recertification requirements for each level are described below:
EMT-Basic DOT level: EMT-Basic Refresher Course (minimum 24 hours); 28 additional hours of approved EMT basic level recertification credit classes, and current BLS-CPR credential in order to staff an ambulance.
EMT-Intermediate DOT level: EMT-Intermediate Refresher Course (minimum 36 hours); 28 additional hours of approved EMT-Intermediate level recertification credit classes, and current BLS-CPR credential in order to staff an ambulance.
EMT-Paramedic DOT level: EMT-Paramedic Refresher Course (minimum 48 hours); 25 additional hours of approved EMT-Paramedic level recertification credit classes; Biennial recertification in ACLS and current BLS-CPR credential in order to staff an ambulance.
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Upcoming Fall 2010 Continuing Education Programs
(*All classes held at The Spruces Recreational Center, Rte 2, Williamstown unless otherwise specified)
1. Saturday, August 28, 2010
8 AM to 4 PM
Emergency Vehicle Operator’s Course (EVOC)
*The Spruces Recreational Center (didactic) / Steiner Film (practical)
8 Credits Pending for Basic/Intermediate/Paramedic
Speaker: Shawn Godfrey/Faculty
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2. Wednesday, October 20, 2010
6 PM to 9 PM
Assisted Albuterol Program
3 Credits Pending for Basic/Intermediate Only
Speaker: NARH Respiratory Faculty
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3. Saturday, October 23, 2010
10 AM to 4 PM
Paramedic/Basic Interface
6 Credits Pending for Basic/Intermediate/Paramedic
Speaker: TBA
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4. Wednesday, November 10, 2010
6 PM to 9 PM
BLS Skills Lab (KED, Traction Splint, Longboard)
3 Credits Pending for Basic/Intermediate/Paramedic
Speaker: Village Ambulance Faculty
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5. Tuesday, November 30, 2010
6 PM to 9 PM
ALS Skills Lab (I/O, ETT, Needle Decompression, IV, Needle Crich)
3 Credits Pending for Paramedic Only
Speaker: Village Ambulance Faculty
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6. Wednesday, December 8, 2010
6 PM to 9 PM
Pediatric Emergencies
3 Credits Pending for Basic/Intermediate/Paramedic
Speaker: TBA
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7. Wednesday, December 29, 2009
6 PM to 9 PM
Communication & Documentation
3 Credits Pending for Basic/Intermediate/Paramedic
Speaker: TBA
For more information on these classes or to inquire about other programs, please contact our office at 413-458-4889 or by email at education@villageambulance.com. | 
