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 currently offered in two (2) formats. One format is held over three consecutive days, starting on the date listed in the "Upcoming Course Dates" section.The other format is M/W/F evenings for 4 hours over two weeks starting on the date listed in the "Upcoming Course Dates" section.

After the classroom portion of the course is successfully completed, students will be required to complete a minmum of one (1) clinical rotation in order to obtain IV access in a clinical setting under the supervision of an approved proctor. Clinical rotation information will be provided during class.

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 will be required by the clinical scheduling program used by the clinical facility:
  • 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.

Course Cancellation Policy

Courses that DO NOT meet the minimum course enrollment will be cancelled 10 days prior to the first day of the scheduled class. Students who have registered will be notified by email and will receive a full tuition refund.

Students who cancel their registration prior to the first day of class will be charged a 10% administrative fee based on the course tuition that will be subtracted from their refund.

Class Information

Price per Seat:

$350 / seat

Standard Class:

4 - 12 Seats

Number of sessions:

24 x hours

Upcoming Course Dates

  • CLASS DATES

    Jun 8 – Jun 10

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    9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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  • CLASS DATES

    Jun 15 – Jun 26

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    MON-WED-FRI 6pm–10pm
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  • CLASS DATES

    Jul 15 – Jul 17

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    SCHEDULE

    9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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  • CLASS DATES

    Aug 24 – Aug 26

    TAUGHT AT

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    SCHEDULE

    9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

    Enroll Open Seats 12 of 12