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In Emergency Medical Services, Continuing Education Should Occur Year-Round
Yes, recertification is time-consuming, stressful, and mandatory. But there are reasons to take continuing education courses as an EMS professional after you've achieved your recertification. -
EMS Week 2023: 'Where Emergency Care Begins'—Resources for Instructors
Public Safety Group wants to take this opportunity to celebrate instructors and those who work hard to ensure the next cohort of EMS providers in the field are the most prepared yet. -
Highway Scene Safety 101: Training and Best Practices for EMS & Firefighters
Regardless of the season, it is always important for fire and EMS personnel to review their safety training protocol for responding to highway incidents. -
Expert Says Teaching Rope Rescue Has Changed in Some Surprising Ways
There is high value to teaching rope rescue as fire and rescue experts can’t easily predict the scenes they’ll be called to on any given day. -
The Importance of Teaching Autism Awareness to EMTs and Paramedics
The prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is on the rise. Teaching EMTs and Paramedics how to care for people with ASD is now critical. -
How Instructors Can Help First Responders Improve Care for People Living with Disabilities
One in 4 Americans between the ages of 18 and 44 with disabilities do not have a designated health care provider. First responders and EMS professionals end up bearing the brunt of care. -
Ohio Train Derailment Draws National Attention to the Challenges of Hazmat Emergency Response
On-scene response operations at hazmat emergencies must be based on a structured and standardized system of protocols and procedures. Learn the Eight-Step Process. -
Here’s What Matters Most in Firefighter Training According to ChatGPT
Can the popular AI chatbot influence the way firefighters are trained? You be the judge. -
‘EMS Professionals Are Not Robots’ — An Interview with an EMT-Turned-Therapist on the Importance of Teaching Mental Health
Therapist Kelly Lynch discusses the need to address this critical topic through further investment, more resources and culture change. -
The Case for Better Geriatric Patient Care Training for EMTs and Paramedics
Geriatric patients rely more heavily on emergency medical services than any other demographic, yet geriatric care is not emphasized in training. Should it be?
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Customer Spotlight Q&A: Dr. Mandy Gattis Enhances Her Passion for First Responder Mental Health Through the Mental Health Resilience Officer Course
Dr. Mandy Gattis, Project Coordinator at South Carolina EMS Association, talks about her experience taking the NAEMT Mental Health Resilience Officer course and how it's shaped her expertise and experience in her job.Full story
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Customer Spotlight: St. George Fire Protection District Prepares the Next Generation of EMTs with the PSG EMT Training Solution
Justin Arnone, Chief of Medical Services at St. George Fire Protection District, talks about his organization's success using the PSG EMT 12E training solution and Navigate to train and prepare the next generation of EMTs.Full story
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Recognizing the Symptoms of Hypothermia: What You Need to Know
Hypothermia happens when heat loss occurs faster than heat production and the body’s core temperature falls below 95°F (35°C). One incorrect assumption associated with hypothermia is that it only relates to cold outdoor exposure. Hypothermia can happen any time of year and can even happen indoors on a sunny summer day.Full story
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How to Enhance Your Classroom with the Competency Tracker 2022
Are you providing your students with the latest materials for success? Take a look at some of the most important features in Fisdap's all-new Competency Tracker.Full story
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Medical Director Discusses the Importance of Evidence-Based Content for EMS Recertification
Evidence-based medicine uses the scientific method to organize and apply current data to improve health care decisions. Despite its ubiquitous usage in health care, it is relatively new to prehospital care. Is it time for a change?Full story