Who Should Take This Course?

This online EMS-CE (1-Hour) – Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) course was designed for currently certified/licensed EMTs or Paramedics who are looking to fulfill their continuing education requirements.

The course explains MRSA and how it impacts EMS providers, hospital workers and the public. Students will learn about the signs, symptoms, and treatment of MRSA. Prevention and precautions will also be discussed.

This course is provided by Safety Unlimited and has been approved for 1 hour of BLS/ALS Instructor Based Continuing Education by C.E. provider 56-0013.

For more information on EMS CE training requirements or the EMS CE courses we offer for Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians, visit our EMS Continuing Education Courses page.

Course Outline

This course has 1 section, which is fully narrated and interactive within our Online Training System (OTS).

Module 1
Section Title
1 Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)
EMS implications and issues | Staphylococcus | MRSA history | Incidence rate | Risk factors | Community cases | Athletes | Colonization vs. infection | Mode of transmission | MRSA in pets |  Skin infection sites | Signs and symptoms | Personal protection measures | Prevention for healthcare workers and patients | MRSA treatment | Station issues | Compliance monitoring | Hospital approach | Reporting | Hospital care. 
Final Exam

Course Exam

  • The final exam for this course consists of 10 questions, which are randomly compiled from a large pool of possible questions.
  • A 80% or better score is needed in order to pass the final exam. If a student does not pass, they may re-review information in the sections as necessary, and retake the test as many times as needed in order to pass.

Course Format

This is a 100% online, fully narrated course. The training is self-paced and available 24/7.

This course is provided through our state-of-the-art Online Training System (OTS) and includes up-to-date, high quality training designed with your learning as our top priority. The course features interactive training, which combines audio and visual elements for maximum retention. The course is completed entirely online using a computer with an internet connection and is available 24/7.

Once the course is completed, you will immediately be able to download, save or print a Course Completion Certificate which is provided in PDF format.

EMS Continuing Education

This course is provided by Safety Unlimited and has been approved for 1 hour of BLS/ALS Instructor based Continuing Education by C.E. provider 56-0013, CAPCE provider #SUNI10321.

EMS CE Certification

Once the course is completed, you will immediately be able to download, save or print a Course Completion Certificate which is provided in PDF format.

Course Objective

The objective of this course is to assist currently certified/licensed EMTs or Paramedics fulfill their continuing education requirements.

Learning Objectives

After completing this course, the student should be able to:

  • Define Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)
  • Understand how MRSA impacts EMS providers, hospital workers and the public
  • Understand prevention and precautions used with MRSA
  • Understand the signs, symptoms, and treatment of MRSA

Additional Training

Please note that this course provides valuable information to assist with EMT Training. This course is not meant to replace hands-on or site-specific training provided by your employer on equipment use and procedures for your particular work environment. You must be trained by your employer on the hazards, equipment, policies and procedures, administrative controls, safe work practices and emergency plans specific to your role and workplace.

In ALL situations, employers are required to ensure their employees are adequately trained to do their job.

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