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2009-2010
Training Schedule

The 2009-2010 Training Schedule is now available and can be downloaded here.

The Training Schedule lists the First Responder (FR) and Emergency Medical Technician Bridge (EMT) programs that will be offered in the fall of 2009 and the spring of 2010 in the counties of Bedford; Blair; Cambria; Fulton; Huntingdon; and Somerset.

EMS training has evolved so that the First Responder training is now considered the first part of the emergency medical technician program. The EMT-Bridge program then builds on and adds to what was learned in the FR program to permit the successful completion of the certification process to become an EMT.  We have found that this process is greatly increasing the success rate of those that are seeking EMT certification.

The Training Schedule also includes maps of training locations; frequently asked questions; cost and scholarship information.

If you should have any questions about EMS training, please contact our office at (800)367-5448



NEMSIS PCR Data

All services should be working toward submitting their data in a NEMSIS Gold compliant XML format. 

As of January 1, 2009, services were required to have a NEMSIS compliant patient care reporting system.  The Bureau of EMS is allowing services to transition to the new format over a period of time, but it is important that services are making efforts to move in that direction.

When data is submitted, it is being validated to ensure that the data meets the standards established by the Bureau of EMS.  Any data that does not validate is being returned to the service with a request that they work with their vendor to correct the errors and resubmit the data.

For any questions on PCR data submission, please contact our office.

2008-2009 Training Schedule
Updated
03/26/2009

Click Here for UPDATED 2008-2009 Training and Exam Schedule
NEW CLASSES ADDED


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Report Hospital Diversion Status
*Form has been updated to include reason for change in diversion status

Swine Flu Information

The H1N1 influenza pandemic continues to develop within Pennsylvania, the U.S. and internationally. 

For the latest information, advisories and recommendations, please check the following websites:

Pennsylvania Department of Health

Centers for Disease Control

World Health Organization

These sites contain the latest updates and should be your primary sources of information related to the H1N1 flu.  As appropriate, our office will distribute information to EMS services and personnel through regular communications channels.

EMS personnel should be aware of routine infection control procedures and use them regularly.  Handwashing and cough etiquette as indicated below are the best defense against the H1N1 influenza.

Here are everyday actions people can take to stay healthy.

  • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hands cleaners are also effective.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread that way.
  • Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people.
  • If you get sick, CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.

Additional information, alerts or advisories will be posted on our site and distributed to EMS services and personnel as appropriate.  

SIGN-UP FOR THE LMS Roll With It CONTACT US
The Learning Management System (LMS) is a new on-line educational tool geared towards emergency medical service practitioners.

The LMS currently includes several courses approved for EMS continuing education credits.  The system also contains multiple non-credit courses to update responders to breaking news and information.

Register on-line at:
www.health.state.pa.us/lms

If you already have a password, access the LMS here.

Anyone interested in learning more about EMS as a career is encouraged to visit PA EMS' new website -

www.RollWithIt.com

where you can find more information about getting involved with Pennsylvania's Emergency Medical Services.

A toll-free phone number also is available to answer questions - 877-PA-MEDIC.

 

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Olde Farm Office Centre
1 Carriage House
Duncansville, PA 16635

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814-696-0101 fax
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