In the summer of 2015, after numerous requests from OEC Techs and Patrol directors, we designed a course to take the OEC Tech to the EMT level. With the help and support of OEC Experts and Instructors we performed a Gap Analysis and created a program that fills in the EMT level “gaps” of the well-designed focus found in the OEC. This prepares students to function in the urban to rural landscape of the ambulance and 911 response.
The NHBEMS reviewed our curriculum, a pilot program was offered and the success of the pilot led the Bureau to allow us continue offering this program. The Transition program allows the OEC Technician to go from OEC to EMT in about half the time it usually takes to be an EMT and at about half the cost.
The OEC Tech is very well-trained with a focus on Trauma and Rescue, from the hill to the base and then a transfer to EMS. Taking that foundation and experience, our course pushes A&P deeper, broader understanding of urban mechanisms of injury, and the pathophysiology of all the medical problems that populate urban EMS, while dealing with pediatrics, geriatrics, and special populations. We cover ambulance operations, urban rescue, MCI/Triage, hazardous materials, and much more.
We present the curriculum using a balance of lecture, and frequent skill sessions as well as numerous scenarios…rescuers learn better when they do the things they learn about. Our experience has us taught that this 80+ hour course, works best over 4 weekends, spread over about 6 weeks. Classes are typically on Sat/Sun 0800-1800, with a few on-line classes, and take-home quizzes. We’ve also spread the weekends over 6 weeks to help keep up with reading and quizzes. This course prepares the candidate for the National Registry of EMTs (NREMT) computer-based exam (CBT) and the NHBEMS Practical which is offered monthly at State approved test centers. The NREMT Certification is recognized in most states.
Cost: $650 covers Instructional Cost, the EMT Manual, all Lab Fees, and Equipment. We allow/ recommend the student in this course either rent or buy a used text-book (Amazon, etc.) this can save 40-50% off the price, which ranges between $105 and $150. Our text is J&B AAOS Emergency Care of the Sick and Injured, 11th Edition.
Location: New London Hospital, New London, NH
Dates: April 7&8, 14&15, 28&29 (Sat/Sun 0800-1800), May 4&5 (Fri. 1700-2200, Sat. 0800-1800)
Contact: Bill Kane at “The Kane School” by visiting this link:
