Penn State Fayette

Penn State Fayette's Center for Community and Public Safety is a leader in EMS and public safety training, offering accredited programs to enhance skills for first responders. They provide comprehensive education aimed at improving community healthcare and emergency response readiness.

Location

Lemont Furnace, PA

Phone

724-430-4211

Email

fecontinuinged@psu.edu

Available Programs

Choose from available first responder training programs.

ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus
$150

This two-day, sixteen-hour ACLS course adheres to American Heart Association guidelines, focusing on managing cardiac arrest and critical emergencies in adult patients. It includes lectures, demonstrations, and workshop sessions to reinforce theoretical knowledge and enhance clinical skills. Participants update their expertise, gaining ability to lead and coordinate emergency cardiovascular care in medical emergencies.

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)

Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus
$1,350

The AEMT program provides advanced pre-hospital care and transportation for critical patients, involving both online coursework and in-person labs. Participants learn interventions using advanced ambulance equipment, functioning as part of EMS teams. This program aims to connect the scene to immediate healthcare, enhancing provider capabilities in managing patient emergencies effectively.

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus
$70

The BLS training, designed for healthcare providers, includes CPR and AED training across multiple patient types, reinforcing the healthcare providers' emergency response capabilities. Participants engage in skill development for adult, child, and infant CPR, and AED usage, ensuring comprehensive knowledge of life-saving measures applicable in various medical emergencies.

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)

Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus
$700

The EMT course provides foundational skills in pre-hospital emergency care, combining 180 hours of lectures and practical skills sessions. Participants become eligible for certification by the Pennsylvania Department of Health and the NREMT, focusing on assessment, management of traumatic and medical emergencies. This program aims to equip students with necessary skills to work in pre-hospital settings, ensuring readiness for emergency management.

Paramedic Training

Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus

The Paramedic Training consists of four modules offering an in-depth understanding of emergency medical care and advanced life support techniques. The program combines theoretical knowledge, practical skill labs, and clinical internships. Upon completion, students are prepared for emergency medical practice, gaining certification that validates their readiness for advanced patient care in pre-hospital settings.

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Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus

2201 University Drive
Lemont Furnace, PA 15456