Public Safety, A.A.S. (Public Safety/Paramedic Technology)

Prerequisites

• EMTB 1040 - First Responder *

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• EMTB 1010 - Basic Emergency Medical Technician I and
• EMTB 1020 - Basic Emergency Medical Technician II

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• EMTB 1050 - Emergency Medical Technician I and II

• *(This prerequisite may be waived by the dean of the division of Public Safety based upon specific recommendation of the CESP Director or equivalent course substitution.)

General Education Requirements (19 hours)

Area of Emphasis Requirements (41 hours)

• PARA 2010 - Paramedic Roles and Responsibilities
• PARA 2020 - Human Systems and Patient Assessment
• PARA 2030 - Shock Trauma
• PARA 2040 - Medical Emergencies
• PARA 2050 - Behavioral Crises and Stress
• PARA 2060 - Obstetrics and Pediatrics
• PARA 2070 - Clinical Practicum I
• PARA 2110 - Cardiovascular System
• PARA 2120 - Dysrhythmia Recognition and Treatment
• PARA 2130 - General Pharmacology and Fluid Therapy
• PARA 2170 - Clinical Practicum II
• PARA 2220 - Advanced Cardiac Care
• PARA 2230 - Advanced Trauma Care
• PARA 2240 - Field Practicum
• PARA 2250 - Advanced Pediatric Care
• PARA 2270 - Clinical Practicum III
• PARA 2290 - Seminar in Rural Emergency Medical Services
• CPSC 1100 - Using Information Technology (CC)

Total Credit Hours 60

¹ General Education electives in each category must be chosen from approved courses listed in the General Education Program .

Note(s):

• Students are required to meet computer competency during the first 30 hours of coursework. CPSC 1100 satisfies the college’s computer competency requirement.
• Developmental education courses must be taken every semester until completed.