TL;DR
Enhance your EMS skills with the NAEMT Geriatric Education for EMS (GEMS) Course. Focus on elder care, protocols, and certifications in advanced life support.
Level 3, Chulan Tower, No. 3, Jalan Conlay, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
KL City Centre — Easy to reach from Bukit Bintang, KLCC, Ampang and Raja Chulan
NAEMT Geriatric Education for EMS (GEMS) Course
Course Overview
The NAEMT Geriatric Education for EMS (GEMS) Course prepares prehospital practitioners to respond to, assess, and care for the rapidly growing elderly population. Now in its 3rd edition, the course enhances practitioners’ ability to deliver effective, compassionate, and evidence-based care for older adults in every community. Because the aging process affects all body systems, GEMS provides a comprehensive overview of physiological, social, and environmental changes that impact patient presentation. The course introduces the GEMS Diamond (Geriatric, Environmental, Medical, and Social assessments) to help practitioners develop a holistic diagnostic and treatment approach.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is designed for emergency medical services (EMS) professionals eager to enhance their skills in geriatric care.
Job Titles:: Paramedics, EMTs (Emergency Medical Technicians), EMS Supervisors, Medical Directors
Industries:: Hospitals, ambulatory care, emergency response organizations
Skill Levels:: Entry-level EMS providers to seasoned professionals
Certifications:: EMT-Basic, EMT-Paramedic, advanced life support certifications
What You'll Learn
Frequently Asked Questions
Your Clinical Faculty
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.
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.
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.
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.
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NAEMT Geriatric Education for EMS (GEMS) Course
RM 1,200