The Emergency Vehicle Operator Course Ambulance provides the student with training as contained in
the current National Standard Training Curriculum (NSTC) for the Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC)
Ambulance. The course provides the knowledge and skill practice necessary for individuals to learn how to
operate safely all types of ambulances. Topics include introduction to NSTC for ambulance operators; legal
aspects of ambulance operation; communication and reporting; roles and responsibilities; ambulance types and
operation; ambulance inspection, maintenance, and repair; navigation and route planning; basic maneuvers and
normal operating situations; operations in emergency mode and unusual situations; special considerations in
safety; and the run. Completion of specific student competencies, utilizing NSTC guidelines, is required for
successful completion of this course.
Prerequisites
A valid driver's license and program approval