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Emergency Medicine Physician Training

Learn what emergency medicine physicians do and how they do it: a semi-in-depth, practical course covering the role, vocabulary, common procedures, safety and career launch.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
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What you’ll learn in Emergency Medicine Physician training

A practical, general introduction to the emergency medicine physician job: what the role involves, 15+ key terms, how to perform common tasks such as run a cardiac arrest code and perform a FAST ultrasound, safety essentials and how to launch your career. Online, self-paced, about 12 hours, $109.99.

  • Tuition
    $109.99
    Volume pricing from 2 seats
  • Length
    12 hours
    10 modules
  • Format
    Online
    Self-paced, any device
  • Access
    12 months
    LMS access
  • Level
    Beginner
    To intermediate
  • You receive
    Certificate
    Of completion

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Explain what an emergency medicine physician does day to day, where they work and how the role fits into the team
  • Use 15+ essential emergency medicine physician terms correctly
  • Walk through run a cardiac arrest code, perform a FAST ultrasound, and hand off patients at shift change step by step
  • Identify the tools, equipment and technology used on the job
  • Apply core safety, compliance and professional standards
  • Map your path into the field, including credentials such as ABEM board certification

Course syllabus

10 modules, about 12 hours in total.

MODULE 01Introduction to the Emergency Medicine Physician Role1 hr
  • What emergency medicine physicians do and why the role matters
  • Where they work: settings, employers and teams
  • Pay, job outlook and the career ladder
  • Professional and ethical expectations
MODULE 02A Day on the Job45 min
  • A realistic shift, start to finish
  • Schedules, shifts and workload
  • Working with supervisors, coworkers and customers
  • The best and hardest parts of the job
MODULE 03Essential Emergency Medicine Physician Vocabulary1 hr 10 min
  • Key term: Triage
  • Key term: Resuscitation
  • Key term: ACLS
  • Key term: Trauma activation
  • Key term: Intubation
  • Plus 10 more terms with practice drills
MODULE 04Core Duties and Responsibilities1 hr 10 min
  • Evaluate patients quickly
  • Resuscitate critically ill patients
  • Perform emergency procedures
  • Order and interpret tests
  • Treat injuries and acute illness
MODULE 05Common Tasks, Step by Step2 hr 40 min
  • How to run a cardiac arrest code
  • How to perform a FAST ultrasound
  • How to hand off patients at shift change
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them
MODULE 06Tools, Equipment and Technology1 hr
  • Defibrillators
  • Ultrasound
  • Airway equipment
  • Monitors
  • Procedure kits
MODULE 07Safety, Compliance and Professional Standards1 hr 25 min
  • Follow infection control
  • Use de-escalation for aggressive patients
  • Use sharps safety
  • Follow trauma and code protocols
MODULE 08Skills Employers Look For1 hr
  • Resuscitation
  • Airway management
  • Trauma care
  • Decisiveness
  • Multitasking
MODULE 09Launching Your Emergency Medicine Physician Career1 hr
  • Education and training pathways
  • Credential overview: ABEM board certification
  • Credential overview: State medical license
  • Resume and interview preparation
  • Your first 90 days on the job
MODULE 10Final Knowledge Check1 hr
  • Comprehensive practice exam with explanations
  • Certificate of completion on passing

Who this training is for

  • Students: find out what the emergency medicine physician job is really like before choosing a program or major.
  • Career changers: test-drive the field and build vocabulary and confidence before investing in formal training.
  • New hires and employers: shorten ramp-up time with a consistent foundation for every new emergency medicine physician.

Pricing

$109.99 per learner. Buying for a team? Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners.

SeatsDiscount
2 to 101% off
11 to 202% off
21 to 503% off
51 to 1005% off
101 to 2507% off
251 to 5008% off
501 to 1,00010% off

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Why train for this career

Emergency medicine physicians evaluate and treat patients with sudden illnesses and injuries in emergency departments, stabilizing them and deciding on admission or discharge. BLS reports a median wage of $335,550 (May 2025) and about 900 openings per year. Read the full emergency medicine physician career profile or see salary details.

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Emergency Medicine Physician training FAQ
How long is the Emergency Medicine Physician training?
About 12 hours, online, self-paced. You get 12 months of LMS access, so you can learn around work or school.
How much does the Emergency Medicine Physician training cost?
$109.99 per learner. Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners, up to 10% off for large groups.
Is the course online?
Yes. The course runs on our online learning platform (LMS). After you enroll, we email your login details.
Will this course make me a licensed or certified emergency medicine physician?
No. This is a general career-preparation course. It does not by itself grant a state license, national certification or academic credit. Physicians need a state medical license after licensing exams and residency. It is designed to help you understand the job and prepare for the formal training, exams and interviews that follow.
Who is this course for?
Students exploring careers, adults changing careers, new hires who want a faster ramp-up, and employers onboarding emergency medicine physicians.
How do I enroll?
Use the enrollment form on this page. It opens a pre-filled email to our team, and we reply with your payment link or invoice and your LMS access. You can also call 1-866-429-6742.
Do you offer group or employer pricing?
Volume pricing from 2 seats. Choose “My team or employees” on the form or visit our employer training page.
What do I receive when I finish?
Certificate of completion from Career Education Institute after you pass the final knowledge check.


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