Frequently Asked Questions
General:
How do I contact EMS?
EMS is dispatched by Dartmouth Safety and Security. They can be reached at 603-646-4000. This is the number to use any time EMS is needed to respond to an injury or medical issue. For business or operations questions, email is the easiest way to reach the us at Dartmouth.EMS@Dartmouth.edu.
What sort of things does EMS respond to?
EMS resonponds to all kinds of injuries and illnesses. This includes sports injuries, acute intoxication, general sickness, and many other kinds of incidents. EMS is available to respond to any incident where there's even a question of medical need - transport to the hospital is not required, and we can be called to assess a situation.
Does Dartmouth Safety and Security accompany you on calls?
Safety and Security dispatches Dartmouth EMS, and as such, an officer usually accompanies the EMS crew on calls. This is for the safety of both the patient and the EMS crew.
What is Dartmouth EMS's stance on alcohol?
Through the good samaritan policy, Dartmouth College has recognized that there are times when intoxication and inebriation require medical assistance. Dartmouth EMS is available to respond to these calls to provide stabilizing care, and to make medically based decisions as to what is in the patient's best interest.
Education and Classes:
How is your staff certified? What is involved in becoming an EMT?
Our EMTs go through a 120 hour intensive course. The topics taught in the class encompass everything from splinting and bandaging to airway management. As part of their certification, all EMTs also perform observation hours on ambulances or in a local emergency department. Additionally, our staff goes through our own training and certification process in Dartmouth EMS operations.
How can I get EMT trained?
Every year, Dartmouth EMS sponsors an EMT-basic class on campus. This usually runs winter and spring terms, two nights a week and a few Saturdays a month. Occasionally, there may be an EMT-intermediate class offered on campus. Check with your state EMS bureau for a schedule of classes in your area that you could take when not at Dartmouth.
How can I get CPR or First Aid certification?
See the training page for our class schedule. We offer many CPR and First Aid classes each term at reduced cost.
How can I schedule a CPR or First Aid class for my group or department?
We are happy to arrange special classes in a location of your choosing, anywhere in the Upper Valley. Please contact us at Dartmouth.EMS@Dartmouth.edu to discuss your needs.
How can I get healthcare provider CPR certification?
We also offer healthcare provider CPR at a reduced cost. See the training page for scheduled dates. We can also arrange special classes depending on demand.
How can I get lifeguard certification?
Dartmouth EMS does not offer lifeguard certification, but there are occasionally classes through the athletics department. Please contact them for more information.
How are your instructors certified?
All of our instructors go through a 16 hour American Heart Association instructor training course taught by a very experienced instructor. Additionally, they are audited by senior Dartmouth EMS staff members, and recertified bianually.
I already took a class with you. When will I get my certification card and for how long is it valid?
All of our certifications are issued through the regional training center at the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. Because of this, there is sometimes a delay in printing the cards and getting them back to campus. If you have not received your card after three or more weeks, feel free to drop us a line at Dartmouth.EMS@Dartmouth.edu. We would also be happy to write a letter to any organization requiring your certification stating that you have completed the class. We issue certifications through the American Heart Association which are valid for two years from the date of the course.
Membership:
How do I join? Do I already need to be an EMT?
No prior experience is necessary! We can provide all the training you need to get started. To join or find out more information, just come to any of our open meetings. Monitor the Dartmouth EMS blitzmail bulletin for more meeting times.
Are your meetings open? When/where are they?
Our meetings are always open to anyone in the community interested in EMS, emergency medicine, or just finding out what we're about. We have training sessions which include lectures and hands-on practice at every meeting. Monitor the Dartmouth EMS blitzmail bulleting for meeting times.
Contact Info
E-mail: Dartmouth.EMS@dartmouth.edu
Mailing
Address:
Dartmouth
EMS
Hinman Box 6083
Hanover, NH 03755
Our office is located in the
basement of Dick's House.
