2018-2019 Catalog

EMS-102 EMT-Paramedic I

Provides classroom training and clinical experience to enable students to become state-certified paramedics. Examines the role and responsibility of the paramedic in the health care delivery system, including an overview of human body systems, basic general pharmacology, medical terminology, patient assessment and examination, fluid therapy, and an in-depth study of the respiratory, cardiovascular, endocrine, gastrointestinal, renal, central nervous system, obstetrics, pediatrics and special population systems. Fee is required. (15 contact hours)

Credits

9

Prerequisite

Emergency Medical Technician - B Licensure

Department

Health Sciences