This is an introductory course to the healthcare system and the function, role, and responsibility of emergency medical providers within the system.  Emphasis is placed on legal and ethical practices and stress management.  A team approach is emphasized in the study of the initial assessment and management of illness and injury.  This course also includes field internship, which reviews knowledge and builds on skills gained in Basic Emergency Medical Care and includes pathophysiology of shock and shock management, IV initiation and fluid therapy, airway management, and advanced patient assessment. This course reviews knowledge and builds on skills gained in Basic Emergency Medical Care and includes pathophysiology of shock and shock management, IV initiation and fluid therapy, airway management, and advanced patient assessment. 

**Scholarship eligible.  Call 803-535-1236.** 

**Scholarship-eligible. Call 803-535-1236 for details**

This course is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment as phlebotomy technicians in hospitals, laboratories, physician offices, and other healthcare settings. Students will learn the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to safely and effectively collect blood specimens for diagnostic testing. The course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practice in laboratory and clinical settings. Upon successful completion, students may be eligible to sit for a national certification exam in phlebotomy.  Scholarships available for students that qualify.   

The National Safety Council’s 8-Hour Defensive Driving Course is an accredited point reduction program that is listed by name under SC Code 56-1-770.

“Any driver who has accumulated points under the provisions of this article shall have the number of his points reduced by four upon proving to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Safety that he has completed the National Safety Council’s “Defensive Driving Course” or its equivalent, if the course is completed after the points have been assessed.”  

Completion of the National Safety Council's Defensive Driving 8-Hour Course can be used for up to a four-point reduction in a driver's Motor Vehicle Record. (This information only applies to individuals with a valid South Carolina Driver’s License.)

Point reduction is good once every three (3) years.

The National Safety Council’s 8-Hour Defensive Driving Course is an accredited point reduction program that is listed by name under SC Code 56-1-770.

“Any driver who has accumulated points under the provisions of this article shall have the number of his points reduced by four upon proving to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Safety that he has completed the National Safety Council’s “Defensive Driving Course” or its equivalent, if the course is completed after the points have been assessed.”  

Completion of the National Safety Council's Defensive Driving 8-Hour Course can be used for up to a four-point reduction in a driver's Motor Vehicle Record. (This information only applies to individuals with a valid South Carolina Driver’s License.)

Point reduction is good once every three (3) years.

The National Safety Council’s 8-Hour Defensive Driving Course is an accredited point reduction program that is listed by name under SC Code 56-1-770.

“Any driver who has accumulated points under the provisions of this article shall have the number of his points reduced by four upon proving to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Safety that he has completed the National Safety Council’s “Defensive Driving Course” or its equivalent, if the course is completed after the points have been assessed.”  

Completion of the National Safety Council's Defensive Driving 8-Hour Course can be used for up to a four-point reduction in a driver's Motor Vehicle Record. (This information only applies to individuals with a valid South Carolina Driver’s License.)

Point reduction is good once every three (3) years.

The National Safety Council’s 8-Hour Defensive Driving Course is an accredited point reduction program that is listed by name under SC Code 56-1-770.

“Any driver who has accumulated points under the provisions of this article shall have the number of his points reduced by four upon proving to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Safety that he has completed the National Safety Council’s “Defensive Driving Course” or its equivalent, if the course is completed after the points have been assessed.”  

Completion of the National Safety Council's Defensive Driving 8-Hour Course can be used for up to a four-point reduction in a driver's Motor Vehicle Record. (This information only applies to individuals with a valid South Carolina Driver’s License.)

Point reduction is good once every three (3) years.

The National Safety Council’s 8-Hour Defensive Driving Course is an accredited point reduction program that is listed by name under SC Code 56-1-770.

“Any driver who has accumulated points under the provisions of this article shall have the number of his points reduced by four upon proving to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Safety that he has completed the National Safety Council’s “Defensive Driving Course” or its equivalent, if the course is completed after the points have been assessed.”  

Completion of the National Safety Council's Defensive Driving 8-Hour Course can be used for up to a four-point reduction in a driver's Motor Vehicle Record. (This information only applies to individuals with a valid South Carolina Driver’s License.)

Point reduction is good once every three (3) years.

The National Safety Council’s 8-Hour Defensive Driving Course is an accredited point reduction program that is listed by name under SC Code 56-1-770.

“Any driver who has accumulated points under the provisions of this article shall have the number of his points reduced by four upon proving to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Safety that he has completed the National Safety Council’s “Defensive Driving Course” or its equivalent, if the course is completed after the points have been assessed.”  

Completion of the National Safety Council's Defensive Driving 8-Hour Course can be used for up to a four-point reduction in a driver's Motor Vehicle Record. (This information only applies to individuals with a valid South Carolina Driver’s License.)

Point reduction is good once every three (3) years.