The NAEMT Geriatric Education for EMS (GEMS) Course prepares prehospital practitioners to respond to, assess, and care for the rapidly growing elderly population. Now in its 3rd edition, the course enhances practitioners’ ability to deliver effective, compassionate, and evidence-based care for older adults in every community.
Because the aging process affects all body systems, GEMS provides a comprehensive overview of physiological, social, and environmental changes that impact patient presentation. The course introduces the GEMS Diamond (Geriatric, Environmental, Medical, and Social assessments) to help practitioners develop a holistic diagnostic and treatment approach.
Why Choose This Course
- Internationally Recognised Certification – Earn an official NAEMT GEMS certificate valid worldwide.
- Specialised Focus on Older Adults – Understand unique anatomy, physiology, and risk factors in geriatric patients.
- HRDF Claimable & CPD Eligible – Support your professional growth while enhancing critical skills.
- Delivered by Certified Instructors – Learn from experienced trainers with real-world EMS and clinical expertise.
What You Will Learn
- Age-related changes and comprehensive geriatric assessment
- Polypharmacy risks and toxicity in older patients
- Respiratory and cardiovascular emergencies in geriatric care
- Trauma management for elderly patients
- Other medical and neurologic emergencies
- Elder maltreatment and psychosocial emergencies
- End-of-life and palliative care considerations
- Disaster triage and transport for older adults
- Special equipment management: LVADs, ventilators, urinary catheters, colostomy bags, and implantable cardioverter defibrillators
- Assessment and care for common geriatric skin disorders
Who Should Attend
- Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) & Paramedics – Prehospital responders providing care for elderly patients
- Emergency Responders – Firefighters, first responders, and others assisting geriatric patients
- Healthcare Professionals – Nurses, physicians, and ER staff who manage older adult patients
- Volunteers & Caregivers – Those seeking to better understand and support geriatric emergency care
Course Details
- Duration: 1 day (9.00 am – 6.00 pm)
- Format: Instructor-led, classroom-based
- Provider Certification: NAEMT original certificate, valid for 4 years
Group Enrolment: Arrange private group sessions (minimum 6 participants required).
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*Course fees are subject to 8% SST.
