2020-2021 Catalog

EMS-102 Paramedic I

This course provides classroom training and clinical experience to enable students to become state-licensed 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

10

Prerequisite

Current Illinois Emergency Medical Technician License

Department

Health Sciences