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NAEMT First On The Scene (FOTS)
Level 3, Chulan Tower, Jalan Conlay, Kuala Lumpur 50450
KL City Centre — Easy to reach from Bukit Bintang, KLCC, Ampang and Raja Chulan
NAEMT First On The Scene (FOTS)
Course Overview
The First On The Scene (FOTS) course, developed by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT), is designed to prepare ordinary citizens, workplace staff, and community members to respond confidently in the critical minutes before professional help arrives. Available in Malaysia through 1 Accelerate, this internationally recognised course equips participants with the essential skills to provide immediate, life-saving interventions in medical emergencies and trauma incidents.
Who Is This Course For?
The "NAEMT First On The Scene (FOTS)" course is designed for emergency response professionals who play a critical role in the initial stages of a medical emergency. Target audiences include Paramedics, Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), Firefighters, Law Enforcement Officers, and Healthcare Providers such as Registered Nurses (RNs) and Physician Assistants (PAs). This course is ideal for individuals at various skill levels, from early-career professionals seeking foundational skills to seasoned responders looking to enhance their capability in pre-hospital care and scene management. Participants often hold relevant certifications such as EMT-Basic, EMT-Advanced, Paramedic Certification, or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Industries consisting of public safety, healthcare, and emergency management will find this course particularly beneficial. For those looking to advance their careers, completing the FOTS course can complement further professional development pathways, including courses in Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Community Paramedicine. By enhancing skills in initial assessment and emergency scene operations, attendees will be better prepared to respond effectively in high-pressure situations, making the FOTS course a vital step in their ongoing education and professional journey.
What You'll Learn
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Your Clinical Faculty
Amala Dass
Training Director & Paramedic
MMC: Singapore Civil Defence Academy Paramedic License
Paramedic Level 1-3 (Singapore Civil Defence Academy), HRD Corp Accredited Trainer (2025), AHA ACLS/PALS/BLS Instructor, UN Mission Lead Medic
Specialty: Emergency Medical Services & Paramedicine
Amala Dass serves as Training Director at 1 Accelerate, bringing 30 years of extensive emergency response experience. Trained at the School of Military Medicine, Singapore (Paramedic Level 1-3), he served with the Singapore Civil Defence Force Emergency Ambulance Service. He holds Paramedic certifications Level 1-3 (Singapore Civil Defence Academy) and is a HRD Corp Accredited Trainer (2025). As an AHA ACLS/PALS/BLS Instructor and UN Mission Lead Medic, Amala delivers world-class life support training with real-world crisis management expertise.
Dr. Deborah Shobana Das
Medical Officer & Medical Director
MMC: MMC Registered Doctor
MBBS (Mahsa University), Medical Officer (KK Jinjang), AHA/ITLS/NAEMT Instructor
Specialty: Tactical Emergency Casualty Care & Trauma Life Support Training
Dr. Deborah Shobana Das is a Medical Officer and the Medical Director at 1 Accelerate. Graduating with MBBS from Mahsa University, she holds instructor certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA), International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT), and more. Her clinical practice combined with teaching expertise ensures students receive evidence-based, high-quality training.
Dr. Elamathe
Medical Doctor & AHA Triple Instructor
MMC: MMC Registered Physician
MD (UKM), AHA Triple Instructor (ACLS/PALS/BLS)
Specialty: Primary Care & Life Support Training
Dr. Elamathe graduated with a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). As an AHA Triple Instructor certified in ACLS, PALS, and BLS, Dr. Elamathe brings clinical precision and academic rigor to every training session. Her expertise ensures participants receive the highest standard of life support education aligned with American Heart Association guidelines.
Goh Jia Meng Ethan
Assistant Medical Officer
MMC: Medical Assistant Diploma - Ramsay Sime Darby
Medical Assistant Board registered Assistant Medical Officer, AHA Triple Instructor (ACLS/PALS/BLS)
Specialty: Emergency Medical Assistance & Life Support
Goh Jia Meng Ethan is a Medical Assistant Board registered Assistant Medical Officer with AHA Triple Instructor certification in ACLS, PALS, and BLS. With extensive frontline healthcare experience and certified teaching credentials, Ethan combines clinical expertise with hands-on knowledge to deliver practical, scenario-based training that prepares students for real emergency situations.
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NAEMT First On The Scene (FOTS)
RM 500