EMT 118 - Paramedic 1

13 credit hours - 120 hours of lecture, 90 hours of college lab, 90 hours of hospital clinical and field experience; one term.
Learn the duties and responsibilities of a paramedic in utilizing advanced life support concepts and practices of infection control, patient assessment, and pharmacological intervention. Explore and apply advanced medical management techniques for behavioral, respiratory and cardiovascular emergencies. Practice selected procedures on each other during college lab. Lab fee $350; Clinical fee $100.

Prerequisite(s): EMT 115 with a grade of C or better.

Note: Mandatory attendance is required for all college lab, clinical and field rotations. Missed labs or rotations are made up at the student’s expense or will result in failure of the course.

Course Outcomes:

Apply patient assessment findings to formulate a patient care plan.
Apply electrocardiogram readings and integrate their findings into a patient care plan.
Integrate advanced life support airway management techniques into a patient care plan.
Communicate with patients in varied settings with attention to personal safety, patient safety and condition.
Communicate with patients of all ages, religions, races and special considerations (neonates, obstetrics, special needs and geriatric).