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Comprehensive training in emergency medical care, disaster response, and community safety.

Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) Course (Private Class)

Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) Course Overview

The NAEMT Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) course is an advanced training program that addresses the unique challenges faced by first responders and medical personnel in tactical and high-risk environments. Designed to enhance the preparedness and capability of healthcare professionals, particularly those operating in law enforcement, military, and other tactical settings, TECC equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to provide life-saving medical care under the most demanding and hazardous circumstances.

The primary goal of the TECC course is to ensure that medical responders are well-prepared to address injuries and casualties in situations where standard medical protocols may not apply.

Who Should Attend

TECC is perfect for:

EMS professionals
Firefighters
Law enforcement officers
Military personnel
Emergency responders in high-risk industries

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this course, you’ll know how to:

Provide critical care under high-pressure situations.
Use the M.A.R.C.H. algorithm to prioritize treatment (Massive bleeding, Airway, Respiration, Circulation, Hypothermia).
Address challenges in tactical emergencies like active shooters, natural disasters, or high-threat scenarios.
Collaborate within a unified emergency response team.

Key Topics

Phases of care: Direct Threat, Indirect Threat, and Evacuation
Hemorrhage control: Tourniquets, wound packing, and hemostatic agents
Airway and respiratory management: Chest seals, needle decompression
Patient movement: Evacuation techniques
Responder safety: Situational awareness
Triage: Treating casualties in high-stress situations

Course Highlights

Hands-on training with realistic scenarios
Practice life-saving techniques in real-world simulations
Instruction by experienced EMS, law enforcement, and military professionals

Certification

Complete the course to earn an NAEMT TECC certificate, valid for 4 years, plus continuing education credits (CEUs).

Course Duration

16 hours (2 days)

Why Choose TECC?

TECC gives you the skills to save lives when seconds count. Whether it’s a natural disaster, an active threat, or another high-risk emergency, this course prepares you to act decisively and make a difference.

Event Information

Event Date	09-06-2025 9:00 am
Event End Date	09-07-2025 5:00 pm
Cut Off Date	09-05-2025
Capacity	16
Individual Price	$475.00
Location	BVAC Rescue Response Training Center

Venue Information - BVAC Rescue Response Training Center

BVAC Rescue Response Training Center
214-29 42nd Ave
Bayside, NY 11361

Located on the Second Floor, No Elevator.

Located in the center of Bayside Queens

1 block east from Bell Blvd on 42nd Ave (Cross streets - Bell Blvd & 214 Place.

Near the LIRR (Bayside Station), Q13, Q31, N20 (Two blocks north of Northern BLVD).

Street Parking - Meter Parking on 42nd Ave

Meter Parking - 25 cents per 15 minutes - 2-hour limit. (Free Parking on Sundays)
Bayside Municipal Parking Field (41st Avenue & 214th Place, Bayside NY 11361)
Free Street Parking - One Block Past of Bell Blvd East & West.
No Parking In The Lot Next To Our Building, You Will Be Towed or Locked In.

Speakers

Shawn Soler

Medicine in Bad Places CEO/Founder

Shawn Soler boasts an impressive 29-year career as a first responder, serving as a Paramedic, Police Officer, and Detective with the NYPD. His expertise includes specialized rescue and medical roles with FEMA's NYTF1 and a decade as a Tactical Paramedic in the NYPD's Emergency Service Unit (ESU). After retiring, Shawn founded "Medicine in Bad Places," a company dedicated to training modern first responders. His national certifications as an instructor reflect his commitment to public safety, and he continues to develop life-saving programs across the country, sharing his extensive knowledge and experience.

Agendas

	Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) 2-Day Course Agenda Day 1: Foundational Knowledge and Skills 08:00 – 08:30: Welcome and Introduction Course Overview Objectives and Expectations Safety Briefing 08:30 – 09:30: Module 1: TECC Overview Introduction to TECC Principles of Tactical Emergency Care TECC vs. TCCC (Tactical Combat Casualty Care) Phases of Care: Direct Threat, Indirect Threat, Evacuation 09:30 – 10:30: Module 2: Direct Threat Care Scene Safety and Situational Awareness Tourniquet Application: Techniques and Practical Hemorrhage Control in High-Threat Environments 10:30 – 10:45: Break 10:45 – 12:00: Module 3: Indirect Threat Care Airway Management: Basic Techniques Respiratory Support: Needle Decompression Hemorrhage Control: Wound Packing and Hemostatic Agents 12:00 – 13:00: Lunch Break 13:00 – 14:30: Module 4: Indirect Threat Care (continued) Circulation: Fluid Resuscitation and IV/IO Access Hypothermia Prevention and Management Pain Management in Tactical Settings 14:30 – 15:30: Module 5: Evacuation Care Casualty Evacuation: Techniques and Considerations Litter Use and Improvised Carries Preparing Casualties for Evacuation 15:30 – 15:45: Break 15:45 – 17:00: Practical Session: Skills Stations Tourniquet Application Airway Management Wound Packing and Hemostatic Agents Needle Decompression 17:00 – 17:30: Q&A and Debrief Review of Day 1 Open Discussion Preview of Day 2 Day 2: Advanced Techniques and Scenario-Based Training 08:00 – 08:30: Recap of Day 1 and Introduction to Day 2 08:30 – 09:30: Module 6: Tactical Casualty Movement Techniques for Moving Casualties Under Fire Rescue Task Force Concepts Communication and Coordination in High-Stress Environments 09:30 – 10:30: Module 7: Advanced Hemorrhage Control Advanced Tourniquet Techniques Junctional Hemorrhage Control Devices Case Studies and Lessons Learned 10:30 – 10:45: Break 10:45 – 12:00: Module 8: Medical Gear and Equipment Overview of TECC Kits and Equipment Selecting and Preparing Your Kit Maintaining and Updating Medical Gear 12:00 – 13:00: Lunch Break 13:00 – 14:30: Module 9: Scenario-Based Training Introduction to Scenario-Based Training Role Play: Responding to Various Tactical Scenarios Applying TECC Principles in Real-Time 14:30 – 15:30: Module 10: Mass Casualty Incidents (MCI) TECC in Mass Casualty Scenarios Triage Methods: SALT, START, and Care Under Fire Coordination with Law Enforcement and EMS 15:30 – 15:45: Break 15:45 – 16:30: Final Practical: Full-Scale Simulation Realistic Scenarios with Role Players and Props Team-Based Response to Multiple Casualties Debriefing and Lessons Learned 16:30 – 17:00: Course Review and Q&A Final Review of Key Concepts Open Discussion and Feedback 17:00 – 17:30: Course Completion Certification Ceremony Distribution of Certificates Closing Remarks This tentative agenda provides a structured yet comprehensive approach to TECC, covering essential knowledge, skills, and practical applications tailored for 2-day, Subject to change.