We created this course in 2015, after numerous requests from OEC Techs (ski patrol techs) and ski patrol directors. To provide a course that would both recognize the excellent trauma and rescue skills of the certified patroller and build an EMT on that foundation by filling the gaps of the OEC course until they meet the required National EMT content. The curriculum focuses on a deeper understanding of Anatomy & Physiology, Pathophysiology, Medical Emergencies, urban rescue, ambulance operations, HazMat, MCI/Triage, and much more.
We updated the Course in 2020 to add Online Lessons to time down the InClass time so students learn at home and then come to class to review the 16 OnLine Lessons, and move on the scenarios, and skills. Our OEC/EMT course is three, 3 day weekends, Friday to Sunday allowing you to complete the Course in less than a month.
Our Tuition covers all your call needs.TKS gives you the Textbook, TKS Manual, all the Online Lessons, and all the tools to practice your skills.
May 9-10 (Mother’s Day off), 16-18 (Memorial Day weekend off), May 30- June 1, Fri. 5:00-10:00 pm, Sat/Sun. 8:30 am 5:30 pm
The first Friday will start at 3:00 pm to accommodate Mother’s Day.
The OEC to EMT course was created specifically for Outdoor Emergency Care technicians and Ski Patrol Directors who want to expand their knowledge and skills on and off the mountain. This course recognizes the excellent trauma and rescue skills of the certified patroller and builds on that foundation by bridging the gaps between the OEC and National Standard EMT curriculum. This first-of-its-kind course focuses on a deeper understanding of anatomy & physiology, pathophysiology, medical emergencies, urban rescue, ambulance operations, hazardous materials, mass-casualty incidents, triage, and more. We have spread the 80+ hours of course content over four weekends, creating a reasonable pace. This course includes take-home quizzes, clinical experiences, and online lessons, allowing the certified OEC Technician to become an EMT in about half the time and about a third of the usual course cost.
This course is designed to prepare students for the National Registry EMT cognitive and psychomotor exams for national certification. 80+ hrs., Sat/Sun, over four weekends.