Acute Coronary Syndromes Course
EMS-311
Old Course Code: ACS

Instructional Hours: 8

Objective: The Acute Coronary Syndromes Course is designed for paramedics, nurses and other professionals that need to be able to acquire and interpret the 12-lead ECG for the development of a clinical treatment plan.

ACS is an eight (8) hour course offered as two four (4) hour sessions or as a one-day workshop. The first portion of the course focuses on the role of the 12-Lead ECG in prehospital medicine, basic interpretation, acquisition and transmission. The second portion takes what was learned in the previous session and applies it to the assessment and management of the patient with an acute coronary syndrome.

The continuing education hours are approved by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) www.miemss.org and are recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) www.nremt.org.

These courses are offered free of charge to those providers affiliated with a Maryland fire, rescue or emergency services department. For all others, the course cost is $50.00. The required student manual will be provided to all students for use during the course and may be purchased at a reduced rate at the conclusion of class if desired.

Successful completion of the course requires attendance for all sessions, and proficiency in practical and written evaluations.

For additional course information, contact the MFRI Advanced Life Support Program at 800-ASK-MFRI, 301.226.9917 or via email at als@mfri.org.