We request approval of the renewal agreement for Medical Director Services with Medical Direction Consultants, Inc., for 2011/2012 to ensure continuity of program excellence with the designation of Joe A. Nelson, D.O., M.S., as Medical Director.

Emergency medical technician (EMT) programs require oversight by a medical director to ensure that all instruction meets the training and qualifications protocols. In addition to overseeing the program, Dr. Nelson also serves as the chairperson of the EMT advisory committee and acts as liaison with local medical providers.

The medical director actively participates in teaching and verifying student competency hours, as well as the selection of program faculty and students. The medical director maintains substantial knowledge in all aspects of emergency medicine in Florida, acts as a crew member on an Emergency Medical Services vehicle at least ten hours per year and participates in state and local quality assurance programs.

Funds are generated through collection of the prorated medical director fee charged to adult students in the EMT program.  This fee is on the Postsecondary Fee Schedule which is approved annually by the school board.  A trust account for fee collection and remittance to the district is included in the Learey Technical Center internal accounts budget.