Paramedic Certificate - Academic Plan
Total Credits = 45
This program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educations Programs. This program is offered two times per year, starting in January and August. Students have the option of attending full-time or part-time.
The Paramedic Program has four components: Lecture, Lab, Clinical and Field internships. This is approximately 1200 hours. The student must complete all coursework, lecture, lab, clinical and field internship, as well as pass all academic and practical components before sitting for the National Registry Examination.
Following are many of the topics covered: EMS systems, paramedic roles and responsibilities, injury and illness prevention, medical/legal issues, ethics, path physiology, pharmacology, medication administration, patient assessment, trauma management, respiratory system management, cardiovascular management, management of medical emergencies, pediatric management, management of obstetric and gynecologic emergencies, management of emotional crisis, assessment bases management and EMS operations.
All students enrolled in this program are encouraged to apply for graduation upon completion of the program.
Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of the pathophysiology behind the illnesses they are assessing and treating.
- Understand and recognize the ethical issues found in patient care settings.
- Develop professional behaviors including presentation, preparation, and interaction.
- Demonstrate clinical objectives including patient interviewing, completing a physical exam, communication, and developing a field impression.
- Perform evaluations; exhibit patient management skills, communication skills, comprehension, scene control, and miscellaneous skills in a realistic setting.
- Create a group presentation including pathophysiology of disease factors, provide differential diagnosis, prehospital treatment, and a patient care report in an organized manner.
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Recommendations
Where requirements are listed as course categories (e.g. Electives, Arts/Humanities) rather than as specific courses, please note that depending upon course choice, prerequisites may be required.
*Grade C or better required
| Required Course | Prerequisite, Corequisite, or Recommendation |
|---|---|
| EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice | Prerequisite: BIO 1006 - Basic Anatomy and Physiology |
| EMS 2026 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice-Lab | Required: Acceptance in paramedic program - site specific. Prerequisite / Corequisite: EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice |
| EMS 2027 - Paramedic Special Considerations | Required: Acceptance in paramedic program - site specific. Prerequisite / Corequisite: EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice |
| EMS 2028 - Paramedic Special Considerations Lab | Required: Acceptance in paramedic program - site specific. Prerequisite / Corequisite: EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice |
| EMS 2029 - Paramedic Pharmacology | Required: Acceptance in paramedic program - site specific. Prerequisite / Corequisite: EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice |
| EMS 2030 - Paramedic Pharmacology Lab | Required: Acceptance in paramedic program - site specific. Prerequisite / Corequisite: EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice |
| EMS 2031 - Paramedic Cardiology | Required: Acceptance in paramedic program - site specific. Prerequisite / Corequisite: EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice |
| EMS 2032 - Paramedic Cardiology Lab | Required: Acceptance in paramedic program - site specific. Prerequisite / Corequisite: EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice |
| EMS 2033 - Paramedic Medical Emergencies | Required: Acceptance in paramedic program - site specific. Prerequisite / Corequisite: EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice |
| EMS 2034 - Paramedic Medical Emergencies Lab | Required: Acceptance in paramedic program - site specific. Prerequisite / Corequisite: EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice |
| EMS 2035 - Paramedic Trauma Emergencies | Required: Acceptance to paramedic program - site specific |
| EMS 2036 - Paramedic Trauma Emergencies Lab | Required: Acceptance in paramedic program - site specific. Prerequisite / Corequisite: EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice |
| EMS 2037 - Paramedic Internship Preparatory | Required: Acceptance in paramedic program - site specific. Prerequisite / Corequisite: EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice |
| EMS 2080 - Paramedic Internship I | Required: Acceptance in paramedic program - site specific. Prerequisite / Corequisite: EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice |
| EMS 2081 - Paramedic Internship II | Required: Acceptance in paramedic program - site specific. Prerequisite / Corequisite: EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice |
Recommended Course Sequence (Full-Time Track)
Recommended Course Sequence (Part-Time Track)
Notes
- Course availability is subject to change.
- Current EMT certification. IV completion, Basic ECG (HPR 1050), Anatomy and physiology (BIO 1004 minimum) Background screening and drug test, all immunizations listed on the web page.
- Refer to 2024/2025 catalog for specific requirements and important information about this certificate.
- The recommended course sequence assumes a fall start date. The program can be completed with a spring start date as well; please consult with program advisor for alternative course sequence.