Colorado EMT IV Certification

Course Description

Approved by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE)

This EMT IV Certification Course provides Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to initiate and maintain intravenous (IV) access. The course is designed in accordance with CDPHE guidelines and prepares students for certification as an IV-certified EMT in the state of Colorado.

Course Topics

  • Anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system
  • Indications and contraindications for IV therapy
  • Equipment selection and preparation
  • Venipuncture techniques and site selection
  • IV fluid administration and regulation
  • Identification and management of complications
  • Infection control and safety protocols
  • Documentation and legal considerations

Format and Duration

This course includes both didactic instruction and hands-on practical training, culminating in a skills verification session and a written examination. Students must successfully perform IV insertions under the supervision of a qualified instructor and demonstrate competency in all required skills.

The course is held over three consecutive days, starting on the date listed in the "Upcoming Course Dates" section.

After the 3-day classroom portion of the course, students will be required to obtain IV access in a clinical setting under the supervision of an approved proctor. Additional steps to attend clinical rotations will be provided after registration.

Prerequisites

  • Current Colorado EMT certification
  • BLS certification (AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or equivalent)
  • Good standing with the Colorado EMS provider registry


    Proof of the following vaccines:
  • Negative background check
  • TB/PD/Quantiferon
  • TDAP
  • MMR
  • Flu
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
  • COVID-19 (or declination form)


    Upon successful completion of the course and clinic portion, participants will be eligible for IV endorsement through CDPHE and may begin performing IV therapy within their EMT scope of practice under medical direction.

Class Information

Price per Seat:

$350 / seat

Standard Class:

4 - 12 Seats

Number of sessions:

3 x days

Upcoming Course Dates

  • OCT 29-31

    Hours

    9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

    Remaining Seats

    9 of 12

    Location

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  • NOV 12-14

    Hours

    9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

    Remaining Seats

    12 of 12

    Location

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  • DEC 03-05

    Hours

    9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

    Remaining Seats

    12 of 12

    Location

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