ACADEMICS

A beginning course for pre-hospital providers presenting human body structures and function. Prerequisite: Admission to the EMS Program.

A study of basic life support and emergency care to minimize further patient injury until the arrival of pre-hospital care providers. (Formerly PMT 1053)

A study of the emergency medical service system and patient assessment. Content includes EMS systems/roles and responsibilities of the paramedic, well-being of the paramedic, injury/illness prevention, medical/legal issues, ethics, therapeutic assessment, clinical decision making, communications, and documentation. Laboratory included. Prerequisite: Admission to the EMS program.

A study of the role of the EMT, including CPR, triage, patient assessment, treatment of shock, hemorrhage, unconscious patient, fractures, traumatic injuries, medical emergencies, and light extrication. Field and hospital practicums are integral parts of the course. (Formerly PMT 1108)

A study of pathophysiology and emergency pharmacology, including actions of drugs on body systems and nervous system effects. Laboratory included. Prerequisite: EMS 1003.

A study of adult and pediatric medication administration, venous access techniques, and airway management and ventilation skills. Laboratory and clinical practicum included. Prerequisite: EMS 1003.

This course presents the safe practices and operation of an emergency vehicle within a variety of situations. Human aspects, acquired abilities, physical forces, and state laws regarding safe vehicle operations are discussed. Vehicle performance on a driving course is an integral part of this course. (Formerly PMT 1141)

A study of EMS field operations, including medical incident command, ambulance operations, rescue operations, hazardous material incidents, and crime scene awareness. Laboratory included. Prerequisite: EMS 1124.

A study of patient treatment including IV fluid therapy, intubation, and advanced airway care. Advanced patient assessment and shock management also included. Field and hospital practicums are integral parts of this course. Prerequisite: EMS 1108. (Formerly PMT 1208)

A study of the conduction system of the heart. Recognition of common non-lethal and lethal cardiac dysrhythmias and ECG performance and interpretation. Laboratory included. Prerequisite: Admission to the EMS program.

A study of trauma assessment and management emphasizing trauma systems, hemorrhage, and shock; soft tissue trauma; burns; trauma to the head and face, spine, thorax, abdomen, and musculoskeletal system. A Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) course is included. Laboratory and clinical practicum included. Prerequisite: EMS 1124.

A study of the assessment and management of neurology, endocrinology, allergies and anaphylaxis, gastroenterology, renal/urology, toxicology, hematology, environmental conditions, infectious and communicable diseases, behavioral and psychiatric disorders. Laboratory included. Prerequisite: EMS 1225.

A study of geriatrics, abuse and assault, patients with special challenges, and acute interventions for chronic care patients. Assessment-based management of a variety of common complaints is also discussed. Laboratory included. Prerequisite: EMS 1225.

A study of assessment and management of respiratory and cardiac-related emergencies. An Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) course is included. Laboratory and clinical practicum included. Prerequisite: EMS 1225.

A study of assessment and management of obstetrical and gynecological emergencies common in emergency medical services. Laboratory included. Prerequisite: EMS 2125.

A study of assessment and management of neonatal and pediatric emergencies common in emergency medical services. A Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course is included. Laboratory and clinical practicum included. Prerequisite: EMS 2125.

This capstone course for degree-seeking students integrates all didactic, psychomotor skills, and clinical instruction presented throughout the program to demonstrate entry-level paramedic ability. Classroom hours will focus on clinical decision-making and communication skills. Supervised hospital and field clinical experiences are an integral part of this course. This course includes experience with EMS field supervisors to emphasize leadership and management decision-making skills. Clinical practicum included. Prerequisite: EMS 2125.