EMS 251 - Paramedic 55 credit hours - 17 hours of lecture, 88 hours of laboratory, and 56 hours of clinical; one term.
Synthesize advanced pathological concepts, principles, and skill proficiency in caring for patients in a pre-hospital environment. Utilize critical thinking skills through scenario-based assessment to formulate and institute a clear, concise treatment and disposition plan for various diseases and injuries. Integrate team leadership, crew resources management, culture of safety, patient advocacy and entry-level practice as a paramedic professional. Lab fee $350. Clinical fee $200.
Prerequisite(s): EMS 141 with a grade of C or better.
Location(s) Typically Offered: Arnold Main Campus (MC)
Term(s) Typically Offered: Fall and spring
Course Outcomes:
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Integrate advanced pre-hospital care with scene management, safety, and operations.
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Integrate advanced pre-hospital care with scene management, safety, and operations involving weapons of mass destruction.
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Obtain certifications to improve marketability for the entry-level paramedic.
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Utilize appropriate terminology and verbal and nonverbal skills to communicate with and/or advocate for diverse populations, in varied settings, while assuring personal, crew, scene, and patient safety.
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Demonstrate exemplary professional behavior in paramedic practice.
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