Paramedicine, Associate of Applied Science
Program Description
Our program is committed to providing high quality initial emergency medical services education. We offer quality resources, effective teaching practices, and use advanced technology. We advocate respect, sound judgment, compassion, integrity, and teamwork as a foundation for customer service oriented patient care.
To prepare Paramedics who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.
The Umpqua Community College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).
To contact CAAHEP:
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
1361 Park Street
Clearwater, FL 33756
727-210-2350
caahep.org
To contact CoAEMSP:
8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-312
Rowlett TX 75088
(214) 703-8445 FAX (214) 703-8992
coaemsp.org
Program Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the Associate of Applied Science degree in Paramedicine will:
- Perform accurate scene safety and patient assessments in emergency medical situations
- Use oral and written skills to communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the health care system
- Perform all basic and advanced skills in a safe and timely manner maintaining personal and professional well-being while ensuring patient safety
- Demonstrate appropriate emergency medical and technical knowledge as required in emergency medical situations
- Apply professional values and ethical behaviors individually and as a team member of a team in providing emergency medical care
- Apply legal knowledge and medical ethics in all patient care situations
Career Considerations
The EMS Paramedicine program prepares students for entry- level jobs and future careers in the following areas: ambulance companies, fire departments, clinics, and various other industries requiring emergency medical services personnel.
Program Course Requirements
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| First Term | Credits | |
| BI 231 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| EMS 151 | EMT Part 1 | 6 |
| ES 101 | Principles-Emergency Services | 3 |
| MTH 102 | Math for the Trades (or higher) | 4 |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Second Term | ||
| BI 232 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| EMS 152 | EMT Part 2 | 6 |
| EMS 180 | Crisis Intervention | 3 |
| WR 115 or WR 117 |
Intro to Expos Writing (or higher) or Writing for Trades |
4 |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Third Term | ||
| BI 233 | Anatomy and Physiology III | 4 |
| ES 113 | Emergency Medical Svcs Rescue | 3 |
| MED 111 | Medical Terminology I | 3 |
| COM 218Z or COM 111Z |
Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking |
4 |
| PSY 101 | Psychology of Human Relations | 3 |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Second Year | ||
| First Term | ||
| EMS 201 | Pathophysiology | 2 |
| EMS 211 | General Pharmacology | 2 |
| EMS 231 | Medical Emergencies Part 1 | 4 |
| EMS 241 | Basic Electrocardiography | 2 |
| EMS 251 | Paramedic Part 1 | 3 |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Second Term | ||
| EMS 212 | Emergency Pharmacology | 2 |
| EMS 232 | Medical Emergencies Part 2 | 4 |
| EMS 242 | Advanced Electrocardiography | 2 |
| EMS 252 | Paramedic Lab Part 2 | 3 |
| EMS 261 | Paramedic Clinical Part 1 | 4 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Third Term | ||
| EMS 233 | Trauma Emergencies | 4 |
| EMS 243 | Special Populations | 4 |
| EMS 253 | Paramedic Lab Part 3 | 3 |
| EMS 262 | Paramedic Clinical Part 2 | 4 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Fourth Term | ||
| EMS 263 | Paramedic Field Internship | 8 |
| Credits | 8 | |
| Total Minimum Credits | 102 | |
Advising Notes
- Please see an academic advisor for the required sequencing of courses
- Grade of C or better must be attained in all courses or courses must be retaken
- All first year courses are prerequisites for second year courses
Program Entrance Requirements
- Must have documented results of immunizations
- Must successfully complete a fit for duty, physical agility test, and drug screen
- Must pass a background check
- Minimal requirement: Computer with broadband internet connectivity; Windows 7 or newer or MACOS 10.6 or newer. Video viewing and Zoom conferencing may be held at the discretion of the faculty.