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MFR Syllabus

Course Description:

This course is designed for individuals interested in becoming a Medical First Responder. Emphasis will be placed on development of knowledge and skills needed for first aid and pre-hospital care. Total course hours for this program will be approximately 90 hours.

Course Admission Criteria:

Students applying for Medical First Responder program entry must have:

High School Diploma or GED
A valid drivers license
Felony free
Hepatitis B and TB vaccinations
Competent Basic Math and Reading Skills

Grades:

Information used for instruction and testing purposes is based on the MDCIS course objectives. This document is available in each classroom. In addition, students will be provided with a copy of this document. Students must receive a final grade of 80% or higher to pass the class. Students must also pass the final written and practical exams to pass the class.

Grading scale is: 90-100%-A, 89-80%-B, 70-70%-C, 69-60%-D, Below 60%-E.

Individuals failing either the written or practical exam may re-test one time at the discretion of the instructor, based on overall course performance. Students absent on nights of tests, must notify the instructor to make other arrangements. If the student fails to do so, a zero will be given for that exam.

Tests will be multiple choice, true-false, matching, short answer, and essay. There will also be scenario based practical testing. Students who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate of completion and will have their names registered with the Michigan Consumer and Industry Services as having successfully completing the course.

Clinical Time:

Students taking the Medical First Responder class will have the option of doing ride time on the ambulance. Students are to observe, and will be limited to performing procedures only under the direct supervision of a preceptor. Time will be arranged with your instructor.

Student Conduct:

Students will be courteous, considerate, and respectful of all staff, patients, and guests. Conduct for which dismissal may be imposed includes, but not limited to, the following:

use, consumption, or sale of alcoholic beverages or contraband on the property of the sponsors.
the malicious or willful destruction of the sponsor's property of any description.
tampering with or misuse of any of the sponsor's equipment.
theft
physical assault or sexual harassment of another person.
any misconduct that would be cause for dismissal from a position in the health care field.
cheating on evaluation tools.
falsification or misrepresentation in the pre-requisites for entry into the course.

Dress Code:

Appropriate, professional dress is required for class sessions. On practical days, consult the instructor for appropriate dress. Torn, see-through, abbreviated or offensive graphic designs are not permissible. The student shall wear their nametag provided at all times while in the clinical setting. The student is also expected to practice good hygiene while in the classroom and clinical setting. The student is expected to exercise the following:

clean teeth and fresh breath
recognition of and care for body odor.
clean and neat hair, long hair must be pulled back
neatly trimmed moustache or clean shaven
clean hands and fingernails
limit make-up and cologne
studded earrings only limited to ears and in both ears. No bracelets, and necklaces to be worn under clothing.
no tongue or facial piercing

Inclement Weather:

There may be occasions to cancel classes due to inclement weather. Local television and radio stations will be notified in this event. For verification, contact the instructor at the number provided. Make-up days will be scheduled and announced.

Class Session Cancellation:

Every attempt will be made to adhere to the published calendar, however the course sponsors reserve the right to cancel any class session. If a cancellation does occur, reasonable attempts will be made to notify students.

Refunds: Course fees will be refunded according to the following schedule:

100% if course canceled prior to start date by instructor or sponsor

50% if the student withdraws before the second meeting. No refunds after the third class.

All tuition fees paid by the applicant shall be refunded if the applicant is rejected by the school before enrollment.

Health and Safety Policy:

Due to the nature of EMS and close contact with fellow students, faculty, and patients, students are required to take necessary precautions to ensure that the safety and health of all are protected. All students are required to practice universal precautions at all times in the classroom and clinical setting. In addition, proof of negative TB skin testing and Hepatitis vaccination (or signed declination form) are required. Students who are ill should not attend class or visit a clinical site if there is any danger of transmission of the illness to others.

Required materials will be given to students the first night of class. Course fees exclude texts. Students are responsible for paper and writing instruments.