The North Dakota Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) program begin in 1996 and is funded by a state partnership grant initiative through the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). The mission of the North Dakota EMSC program is to improve pediatric emergency care for children in all areas of North Dakota by assessing needs and providing resources for hospitals and EMS programs and personnel.
The EMSC program is a federal program and follows federal guidelines. The EMSC program is not referenced in North Dakota Century Code (N.D.C.C.) or North Dakota Administrative Code (N.D.A.C.). The administrative rules referenced below are applicable to specific performance measures of the EMSC program.
North Dakota Administrative Code (N.D.A.C.):
- N.D.A.C. 33-11-01.2-10 North Dakota Ground Ambulance Services: Other Requirements
- N.D.A.C. 33-11-02-04 Basic Life Support Ground Ambulance: Medical Direction
- N.D.A.C. 33-11-03-04 Advanced Life Support Ground Ambulance License: Medical Direction
EMSC Advisory Committee Bylaws
EMSC Advisory Committee Members
EMSC Advisory Committee Meeting Agendas and Minutes
EMSC Advisory Committee Meeting Dates: Meetings are conducted the second Tuesday of every third month.
- Tuesday, March 12, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, June 11, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 11, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, December 10, 2024 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
EMSC Advisory Committee meetings are currently conducted virtually:
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Prehospital Programs
Hospital Designation Programs - Coming Soon!
- Transporting Children in Ambulances: Much has changed as it relates to care of and transportation of children in ambulances and it is important that ambulance services are aware of the current standards for transport and available equipment to properly secure children. This training video will provide education and resources to ambulance departments. For questions on the training, please direct them to the presenter, Carma Hanson, MS, RN and Coordinator of Safe Kids Grand Forks (email: safekids@altru.org or 701.780.1872).
- Partner Organizations
- Emergency Guidelines for North Dakota Schools - Updated version coming soon from the North Dakota School Nurse Program!
- The Baby Safe Haven Law allows for a parent or parent's agent (another person acting with the patient's consent), who feels they are unable to take care of their baby, to surrender the baby without facing prosecution for abandonment.
Pediatric Strokes: Presented by BorderRAC Education
- June 27, 2024
- 2:30 - 3:30 PM (MST)
- Virtual - free of charge!
- Review epidemiology and risk factors for pediatric strokes and the challenges to diagnosis and care.
- See the FLYER from BorderRAC Education
- Registration LINK
Pediatric Trauma: Presented by BorderRAC Education
- July 9, 2024
- 1:00 - 2:00 PM (MST)
- Virtual - free of charge!
- Review the assessment and management of pediatric trauma injuries.
- See the FLYER from BorderRAC Education
- Registration LINK
Sickle Cell Disease in EMS Training
- This presentation was recorded on April 25, 2024
- The number of EMS calls involving sickle cell disease has increased over the past two years. This event is a collaboration between ND EMSC and ND Special Health Services highlighting Dr. Doss; a specialist in Pediatric Hematology & Oncology.
- Take this quiz after watching the presentation above. Score a minimum of 10 correct answers and receive a certificate for a FREE hour of LCCR.
2024 National Child Passenger Safety Technician Certification Training
- Minot: August 6 - 9
- Flyer HERE
Virtual Pediatric Symposium Series
- Go HERE to view past symposiums for pediatric education
- No education credit is given for viewing past videos
EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC) Pediatric Education and Advocacy Kits (PEAK)
- Pediatric Education and Advocacy Kits (PEAKs) are collections of best practice educational resources designed to empower providers across the disciplines, as well as families, advocates, and other stakeholders, to deliver the highest quality of care and support to children in emergency settings.
- Visit the EIIC for more information.
Emergency Information Form for Children With Special Needs
- For distribution to families with children with special health care needs for completion before emergency response to collect and share vital information with EMS personnel.
Tips for Interacting with Service Animals
Family Voices: Children and Youth with Additional Medical Needs
- Watch this presentation by Family Voices of North Dakota regarding EMS serving children and youth with additional medical needs, complete this quiz and earn one (1) hour of LCCR with a minimum of seven correct answers.
The North Dakota EMSC Pediatric Readiness Recognition Program for Ambulances exists to recognize ambulance services for their commitment to the highest quality care for pediatric patients in North Dakota.
- What is a PECC? A Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinator is an EMS provider designated within your organization who ensures that its providers are prepared to care for ill and injured children. Having a PECC is the single most important step for enhancing pediatric care in your service. A PECC is an essential part to having your service be considered Pediatric Ready. Ideally every agency will have on or more PECCs but multiple agencies may share the same PECC.
- Click HERE for more information.
- Prehospital PECC Application
- Hospital PECC Application