About the Program
The Certificate Program in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is a skill-focused, practice-oriented training program designed for nursing students who aspire to work in emergency departments, trauma units, ICUs, ambulances, and disaster response teams.
This program equips learners with core emergency nursing competencies, including rapid patient assessment, life-saving interventions, trauma care, obstetric and pediatric emergency management, and disaster preparedness—covering both hospital and pre-hospital emergency care settings.
Through structured learning and guided clinical exposure, learners gain a clear understanding of emergency protocols, patient assessment, and team-based care practices commonly followed in emergency departments and critical care units.
What You’ll Learn
On successful completion of the program, learners will be able to:
Perform rapid and systematic emergency patient assessment
Deliver effective nursing care during medical, trauma, pediatric, and obstetric emergencies
Apply Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR protocols confidently
Assist in airway, breathing, cardiovascular, and shock management
Apply triage principles during mass casualty incidents and disasters
Demonstrate ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities in emergency settings
Eligibility Criteria
Nursing Courses
- GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery)
- ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwife)
- Sc Nursing
- Post Basic B.Sc Nursing
Paramedical & Allied Health Courses
- Diploma / B.Sc in Anesthesia Technology
- Diploma / B.Sc in Operation Theatre (OT) Technology
- Diploma / B.Sc in Dialysis Technology
- Diploma / B.Sc in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT)
- Diploma in Emergency & Trauma Care Technology
- Critical Care Technology
- Cardiac Care Technology
- Respiratory Therapy
- Radiology / Imaging Technology
Other Eligible Candidates
- Students from the above courses
- Hospital working staff in emergency, ICU, OT, or trauma departments,dialysis tech
Training Approach
The program follows a structured, learner-friendly approach that integrates conceptual understanding with practical application. Training is delivered through guided instruction, case-based discussions, and supervised clinical exposure wherever applicable.
The emphasis is on skill development, clinical reasoning, and real-world emergency preparedness, enabling learners to apply knowledge effectively in frontline healthcare settings rather than relying on theoretical memorization.
Program Duration & Hours
| Module | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| I | Introduction to EMS & Emergency Nursing | 1 |
| II | Emergency Patient Assessment | 2 |
| III | Basic Life Support & CPR | 4 |
| IV | Airway, Breathing & Cardiovascular Emergencies | 4 |
| VI | Obstetric & Pediatric Emergencies | 5 |
| VIII | Disaster Management, Ethics & Communication | 4 |
| V | Trauma & Medical Emergencies | 6 |
| VII | Emergency Drugs, IV Access & Critical Skills | 4 |
| Total | 30 |
Duration: 6 Months
Total Program Hours: 30 Hours
Important Note: Teaching hours may vary,usually more than the mentioned.
- 9 Sections
- 82 Lessons
- Lifetime
- Introduction To Emergency Medical ServicesTotal Duration: 20 Hours Theory: 10 Hours Practical: 10 Hours6
- Emergency Patient Assessment8
- Basic Life Support (BLS) & Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)6
- Airway, Breathing & Cardiovascular Emergencies12
- 4.1Introduction to Airway, Breathing & Circulation (ABC)
- 4.2Airway Assessment and Management
- 4.3Oxygen Therapy and Delivery Devices
- 4.4Ventilation and Respiratory Support
- 4.5Shock: Types and Emergency Management
- 4.6Cardiovascular Emergencies
- 4.7Basics of Electrocardiography (ECG)
- 4.8Airway Management Techniques (Practical)
- 4.9Oxygen Therapy Devices Demonstration (Practical)
- 4.10Bag-Valve-Mask (BVM) Ventilation Practice
- 4.11Shock Management and Monitoring (Practical)
- 4.12ECG Lead Placement and Basic Monitoring (Practical)
- Trauma & Medical Emergencies14
- 5.1Introduction to Trauma and Medical Emergencies
- 5.2Bleeding and Hemorrhage Control
- 5.3Fractures, Dislocations and Spinal Injuries
- 5.4Burns and Electrical Injuries
- 5.5Head Injuries and Neurological Emergencies
- 5.6Stroke: Recognition and Emergency Care
- 5.7Seizures and Altered Mental Status
- 5.8Diabetic Emergencies
- 5.9Poisoning and Overdose Management
- 5.10Bleeding Control and Bandaging Techniques (Practical)
- 5.11Splinting and Immobilization Techniques (Practical)
- 5.12Burn Management and First Aid (Practical)
- 5.13Stroke and Seizure Emergency Simulation (Practical)
- 5.14Medical Emergency Case Handling (Practical)
- Obstetric & Pediatric Emergencies11
- 6.1Introduction to Obstetric and Pediatric Emergencies
- 6.2Emergency Childbirth and Immediate Newborn Care
- 6.3Postpartum Hemorrhage: Causes and Emergency Management
- 6.4Neonatal Resuscitation – Basic Principles
- 6.5Pediatric Assessment and Emergency Care
- 6.6Common Pediatric Emergencies
- 6.7Febrile Seizures and Dehydration in Children
- 6.8Emergency Childbirth Simulation (Practical)
- 6.9Neonatal Resuscitation Drill (Practical)
- 6.10Pediatric Emergency Scenarios and Assessment (Practical)
- 6.11Management of Pediatric Seizures and Dehydration (Practical)
- Emergency Drugs, IV Access & Critical Skills7
- Disaster Management, Ethics & Communication10
- 8.1Introduction to Disaster Management in Emergency Care
- 8.2Types of Disasters and Preparedness Planning
- 8.3Triage Principles and Mass Casualty Management
- 8.4Medico-Legal Responsibilities in Emergency Care
- 8.5Ethical Principles in Emergency Nursing
- 8.6Communication and Teamwork in Emergency Settings
- 8.7Disaster Preparedness Drill (Practical)
- 8.8Triage Tagging and Simulation Exercise (Practical)
- 8.9Medico-Legal Documentation Practice (Practical)
- 8.10Communication and Team Coordination Role Play (Practical)
- Simulation, Clinical Exposure & Evaluation8
- 9.1Integrated Emergency Simulation Overview
- 9.2Clinical Exposure Guidelines and Objectives
- 9.3Case Presentation and Documentation Standards
- 9.4Skill Competency Assessment Criteria
- 9.5Final Evaluation Guidelines
- 9.6Comprehensive Emergency Simulation Drill (Practical)
- 9.7Clinical Logbook Submission (Practical)
- 9.8Skill Assessment Demonstration (Practical)
Dr. Anusha Raj
Dr. Anusha Raj
Anaesthetist | Intensivist | Emergency & Critical Care Specialist
MBBS, DA, DNB, IDCCM, DrNB (Critical Care Medicine)
Faculty – PGDEMS
Post Graduate Diploma in Emergency Medicine & Services (PGDEMS)
Kishan Vidya Academy, Bengaluru
Professional Profile
Dr. Anusha Raj is a highly skilled Anaesthetist and Intensivist with advanced super-specialty training in Critical Care Medicine. With vast experience in managing life-threatening emergencies, ICU patients, and complex peri-operative cases, she brings strong clinical expertise and practical emergency skills to the PGDEMS program.
Her clinical background includes comprehensive exposure to peri-operative anesthesia management, critical care stabilization, and emergency resuscitation protocols in high-acuity environments.
Core Clinical Expertise
Dr. Anusha has extensive hands-on experience in:
• Advanced Airway Management
• Mechanical Ventilation & ICU Protocols
• Hemodynamic Monitoring
• Sepsis & Septic Shock Management
• Trauma & Polytrauma Resuscitation
• ACLS & Emergency Response Systems
• Peri-operative Critical Care
She is known for systematic assessment, rapid intervention, and structured ICU-based management approaches.
Expertise in Emergency Medicine
Dr. Anusha is actively involved in acute care management including:
• Cardiac emergencies
• Respiratory failure & ventilator management
• Shock & multi-organ dysfunction
• Emergency procedures (Intubation, Central Lines, Arterial Lines)
• Rapid response & code blue management
Her teaching approach is clinical, practical, and scenario-based, ensuring that students are trained for real-time emergency decision-making when every second counts.
Role in PGDEMS – Kishan Vidya Academy
As a core faculty member in the PGDEMS program, she focuses on:
• ECG Interpretation (Basic to Advanced)
• Airway & Oxygen Administration
• Emergency & Critical Care Protocols
• Case-based ICU Discussions
• Simulation-based Emergency Training
She emphasizes bedside learning, structured clinical thinking, and building confidence in handling emergency situations independently.
Teaching Philosophy
“Emergency medicine is not about knowing everything — it is about knowing what to do first.”
Dr. Anusha Raj believes in empowering doctors with clear clinical judgment, rapid assessment skills, and life-saving practical competence.
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