Tactical Info

Tactical Emergency Medical Specialist (TEMS) Classes

Program Focus

The Tactical Emergency Medical Specialist (TEMS) course is designed to prepare EMS personnel to participate as team medical officers in support of tactical law enforcement teams. The unconventional hazards associated with tactical operations requires multi-faceted "team medics" that are trained in not only military based medical training, but in specialized tactical law enforcement training as well.

Due to the inherent danger associated with tactical missions and training, team members continuously push the safety envelope, thus impacting operational preparedness and performance. Team health and safety are command responsibilities that require appropriate medical support in order to accomplish the command mission. The "Team Medic" serves as a medical resource for all team members, as well as an advisor for the Team Leader.

Upon completion of this course, the student will be prepared to provide the very necessary medical component required to link tactical team activities into a strong, cohesive unit.

Program Organization

This course consists of six "modules", totaling 208 contact hours offered from May to November (excluding Aug.) Each module will be registered separately, and students are required to attend all modules. Students who complete all six modules will receive a course completion certificate.

Each class is taught by experienced instructors from various areas of expertise in the tactical/military/medical community.

Admission/Requirements

Each student must hold a current EMT Basic certification or above, and be affiliated with, or assigned to a law enforcement tactical (SWAT/SRT) team. Students must be sworn law enforcement officers, or an EMS provider. Each student must turn in a completed "Sponsorship Agreement/Medical Waiver" form before being allowed to participate in the course. Each student will also turn in a completed "Student Data Sheet" as well. A $200. supply/materials fee is required at the beginning of the course. Registration form MUST be attached to $200 payment.

Handguns

The sponsoring Law Enforcement agency of each student should assure each student has no legal limitation to firearm activities and provide a service handgun. The type and brand should be that which is used by their tactical team. Also, students will need belt or drop-leg holster and at least three magazines with a magazine pouch. No shoulder holsters are permitted.

GTCC will provide ammunition for 9MM, 40 cal, and 45 ACP for each student. If your agency uses a caliber other than the above, special arrangements are required, so please contact Kim Faircloth

Any questions regarding the modules, please contact Kim Faircloth.

Each student must have:

• Duty belt
• Flashlight
• Tactical Uniform (BDU)
• Boots w/ ankle support
• Body armor/ballistic vest
• Eye and ear protection
• Gloves

Cost and Registration

This program is tuition fee-exempt for medically trained, sworn law enforcement personnel, and EMS providers who are affiliated with an EMS agency or tactical law enforcement team. A $200. supply/materials fee is required at the beginning of the course. Registration Form MUST be attached to $200 payment.

DEADLINE APRIL 30, 2011

Forms:
Registration Form
TEMS Sponsorship Agreement/Medical Waiver
TEMS Student Data Sheet
TEMS Program Brochure

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Advanced Tactical Emergency Medical Specialist (ATEMS) Classes

Program Focus

The Advanced Tactical Emergency Medical Specialist (TEMS) course is designed to expand the scope of topics covered in basic TEMS. These are topics best suited for tactical medical operators with 2 or more years tactical experience. This course is intended to improve or refine the operators performance in certain critical areas such as handgun marksmanship, airway management, hemorrhage control, and patient extraction

As Tactical Medicine is refined and improved so should the operator. This program introduces or reinforces recent changes in certain critical skills as they have evolved through tactical / military experiences and provides an opportunity to practice these skills at a higher level

Upon completion of this course, the student will be prepared to provide the very necessary medical component required to link tactical team activities into a strong, cohesive unit.

Program Organization

This course consists of six days totaling 67 contact hours. Students are required to attend all modules. Students who complete all six modules will receive a course completion certificate

Each block of instruction is taught by experienced instructors from various areas of expertise in the tactical/military/medical community.

Admission/Requirements

This course is limited to graduates of our Basic TEMS program and each student must hold a current EMT Basic certification or above, and be affiliated with, or assigned to a law enforcement tactical (SWAT/SRT) team. Students must be sworn law enforcement officers, or an EMS provider. Each student must turn in a completed "Sponsorship Agreement/Medical Waiver" form before being allowed to participate in the course. Each student will also turn in a completed "Student Data Sheet" as well. The class is limited to 14 students per class. A $200. supply/materials fee is required at the beginning of the course. Registration form MUST be attached to $200 payment.

REGISTER EARLY - LIMITED ENROLLMENT

Handguns

The sponsoring Law Enforcement agency of each student should assure each student has no legal limitation to firearm activities and provide a service handgun. The type and brand should be that which is used by their tactical team. Also, students will need belt or drop-leg holster and at least three magazines with a magazine pouch. No shoulder holsters are permitted

GTCC will provide ammunition for 9MM, 40 cal, and 45 ACP for each student. If your agency uses a caliber other than the above, special arrangements are required, so please contact Kim Faircloth

Please contact Kim Faircloth with any questions.

Each student must have:

• Duty belt
• Flashlight
• Tactical Uniform (BDU)
• Boots w/ ankle support
• Body armor/ballistic vest
• Eye and ear protection
• Gloves

Cost and Registration

This program is tuition fee-exempt for medically trained, sworn law enforcement personnel, and EMS providers who are affiliated with an EMS agency or tactical law enforcement team. A $200. supply/materials fee is required at the beginning of the course. Registration form MUST be attached to $200 payment.

For more information, contact:

Kim Faircloth
(336) 337-1534
kimfaircloth@hotmail.com

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