Bachelor of Emergency Medical Care

The Emergency Medical Care (EMC) specialisation is one of the most prominent modern healthcare fields, aiming to provide urgent and life-saving care during critical moments. This program equips specialists with the knowledge and skills to handle emergency medical cases and sudden injuries, whether in the field or during patient transport to medical facilities. The importance of emergency medical care specialisation lies in saving lives by providing emergency care based on the latest scientific foundations by utilising the most advanced devices and technologies available to deliver optimal care to patients. It also enables rapid intervention in the field, using land, air and sea transport methods to deliver acute care before the patient arrives at the hospital, thereby increasing the chances of survival. Additionally, EMC specialists play a fundamental role in disaster and crisis management to minimise their adverse impacts on human health and life.

The Department of Emergency Medical Care was established at the College of Applied Medical Sciences at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University in 2014 (1435 AH). To date, it has graduated over 180 highly skilled EMC specialists who provide top-quality emergency medical care to patients, relying on the latest scientific methods to contribute to saving lives. The program spans four years, followed by an internship year for training in various hospitals across the Kingdom. Upon completing the graduation requirements, graduates receive a Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Medical Care.

College

College of Applied Medical Sciences

Campus

Dammam

Track

Health

Level

Undergraduate

Degree

BSc

Gender

Male

Years of study

5

Credit hours

130

Additional requirements

Internship

Career Opportunities

• Saudi Red Crescent Authority
• Ministry of Health
• Hospitals
• Medical services in military entities
• Air ambulance
• Emergency medical care in factories and remote areas
• Education and teaching
• Ambulance transport companies

First Year

The student studies courses in basic and humanities sciences, along with the necessary university requirements to build a solid knowledge base.

Second Year

The student begins studying the basic medical courses that include an introduction to the concepts and methods of emergency medical care.

Third and Fourth Years

The student focuses on specialized courses in the field of emergency medical care and research methods, in addition to clinical training at designated training institutions.

Fifth Year (Internship Year)

After completing the four-year academic program, the student is prepared for practical training and clinical practice in emergency medical care within the emergency departments of university hospitals and other training institutions. This phase integrates theoretical knowledge with clinical application and provides the experience necessary for the student to work fully and independently as an emergency medical care specialist upon graduation.