Aug 06, 2026  
PVCC 2026-2027 College Catalog 
    
PVCC 2026-2027 College Catalog

EMS 222 - Paramedic Cardiovascular Care Lab


Credits 1

Focuses on skills involved in the assessment and management of cardiac-related emergencies as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for Paramedics. Develops competency in basic dysrhythmia recognition and overall cardiac patient care. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.

Laboratory: 2 hours per week Total: 2 hours per week

Prerequisite(s): Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS. 
Corequisite: EMS 221 Paramedic Cardiovascular Care