TPATC (ASTNA) - Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course
- Cost: $495-$650
- Renews: TPATC certification is valid for 4 years. Participants are often encouraged to retake the course or engage in equivalent continuing education to maintain proficiency.
COURSE FORMAT
About
The TPATC certification is designed for healthcare professionals involved in the transport of trauma patients. This includes flight nurses, transport nurses, paramedics, and other healthcare providers in the transport environment. The course provides advanced training in the care and management of trauma patients during transport, focusing on unique challenges and interventions in the transport environment.
Completion Time: 2 days
Eligibility and Certification Requirements
Healthcare professionals such as nurses, paramedics, and physicians involved in patient transport.
Basic professional certification (such as RN, EMT, or MD) and experience in patient care, especially in emergency or critical care settings.
Some providers may require Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications as prerequisites.
A minimum of six months transport experience is recommended prior to enrolling in a TPATC.
Renewal
Register for a TPATC course offered by an ASTNA-approved provider.
This is a hybrid course and all TPATC didactic lectures must be completed online before attending the course: advanced trauma concepts, patient assessment, management strategies, and special considerations in transport. You will be required to provide proof of completion while checking in to the course.
Participate in practical skill stations and scenarios.
Successfully pass assessments and evaluations conducted as part of the course.
Continuing Education
Continuing education for TPATC certified professionals may include updates in trauma care, emergency medicine, transport safety, and advanced life support techniques.
Other Resources
For specific information regarding the Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course, including course availability, eligibility criteria, and details about the certification process, it is recommended to consult directly with the Air & Surface Transport Nurses Association (ASTNA) or authorized course providers. These entities provide standardized training and certification for healthcare professionals in the transport environment.
Career Opportunities
TPATC certification benefits professionals in air and ground transport settings, enhancing their ability to provide advanced trauma care during patient transport.
It is particularly valuable for flight nurses, critical care transport nurses, and paramedics.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I earn a ASTNA Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC) online?
No you can't earn a earn a ASTNA Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC) online. The TPATC is a hybrid course and all didactic lectures must be completed online before attending the course.
What organization offers the Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC)?
The Air & Surface Transport Nurses Association (ASTNA) offers the Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC).
How often do I need to renew my ASTNA Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC)?
You must renew your ASTNA Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC) every four years.
Who is the ASTNA Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC) course for?
The ASTNA Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC) course is for healthcare professionals, such as nurses, paramedics and physicians, who are involved in the transport of trauma patients.
What topics are covered in the ASTNA Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC) course?
The ASTNA Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC) course covers various topics related to the transport of trauma patients, including advanced training in the care and management of trauma patients during transport, focusing on unique challenges and interventions in the transport environment.