Certificate of technical studies in emergency medical technology -- paramedic

Course Curriculum

Program Description

The Certificate of Technical Studies in Emergency Medical Technology-Paramedic program is designed to prepare second-year students to sit for the National Registry as EMT-Paramedics to become Louisiana State certified.   National Registry as EMT-Basics is a prerequisite for entry into the second year, paramedic component of the program.  Students may choose to go to work as EMT-Paramedics or to continue immediately into the associate degree paramedic program.  Those who complete this certificate can go to work as entry-level EMT Paramedics.  The curriculum complies with the Louisiana Department of Transportation’s standard curriculum recognized by the State Bureau of EMS. Although a terminal degree program, some of the technical courses may be transferable to a variety of baccalaureate programs.

Objectives

·         To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for achieving Louisiana State certification and National Registry as EMT Paramedics

·         To provide students with the necessary medical knowledge and skills to function as paramedics in a variety of settings

Expected Learning Outcomes

Students completing the Certificate of Technical Studies XE "Degree"  in Emergency Medical Technology-Paramedic will

·         Utilize medical technology.

·         Apply required skills necessary for entry level paramedic.

·         Perform skills relevant to role as entry level EMT Paramedic.

·         Employ professional behaviors consistent with expectations for entry level EMT Paramedic.

Specific Degree Requirements

General Requirements

Students wishing to earn a Certificate of Technical Studies in Emergency Medical Technology-Paramedic at South Louisiana Community College:

·         Must attain a minimum grade of “C” in each course prescribed within the EMTP curriculum

·         Must earn at least one-half of the hours in the major through courses taken at SLCC

·         Must earn a minimum of 12 hours toward the degree in residence at SLCC

·         Must earn 12 of the last 18 hours of the degree program in residence at SLCC

·         Must earn a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on all courses applied to the degree as well as an adjusted SLCC cumulative grade point average of 2.0 

·         May repeat only three courses in the EMTP curriculum and then only twice.  Upon receipt of a second grade of “D,” “F,” or “NC” in a course, the student will not be permitted to continue in the EMTP curriculum

·         Must provide evidence of hospitalization insurance to the EMTP departmental office during the first week of the semester when enrolled in clinical/field practicum

·         Must provide documentation from a physician verifying ability to perform duties of an EMT

·         Must adhere to policies prescribed by each clinical agency when involved in clinical or field experiences at that agency

·         Must provide evidence of current CPR certification prior to the first day of class

·         Must arrange transportation to and from hospitals, ambulance stations, or any other assigned areas for clinical laboratory practice

Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic* (Third and Fourth Semesters)

·         Must achieve an adjusted cumulative grade point average of 2.0 in the EMTP curriculum

·         Must be currently registered as an EMT-Basic with the Louisiana Bureau of EMS

·         Must have a current EMTP medical examination report on file with the EMTP Departmental office

·         Must purchase the required EMTP class and clinical/field uniform(s) and equipment

·         Must assume the cost of the National Registry EMT Paramedic examination and Louisiana state certification fees

·         Paramedic students must agree and pay for criminal background investigation and drug screening

Re-entry Requirements

Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic*

(Third and Fourth Semesters)

·         Meet the SLCC eligibility requirements and be in good standing with the community college

·         Meet the health status requirement as outlined for all students

·         Meet eligibility as defined by the Louisiana BEMS (i.e. criminal background, etc.)

·         Students who leave the program prior to the completion of EMTP 2041 AND seek re-entry less than 12 months from the date of departure may be allowed to reenter at the point of departure pending a demonstration of proficiency in all previous course work.  Proficiency is demonstrated by:

·         Passing a written examination for each course completed previously, and

·         Passing a skills exam for each course completed previously

·         Students who fail to show proficiency as defined above will be required  to retake those courses

·         Advanced placement will NOT be given for any clinical course previously completed.  All students re-entering the paramedic program will be required to complete ALL clinical requirements for the program

·      Students who leave the program after completing ENTP 2041 AND seek re-entry less than 12 months from the date of departure may be allowed to reenter at the point of departure pending a demonstration of proficiency in all previous coursework.  Proficiency is demonstrated by:

·      Passing the comprehensive written examination for EMTP 2080, and

·      Passing the comprehensive practical examination for EMTP 2080

·      Students who pass the comprehensive exams (“a” and “b” above) may re-enter and complete only the field internship requirements of EMTP 2080

·      Students who fail to show proficiency as defined above will be required to retake the entire program

·      Students who seek to re-enter more than 12 months from the date of departure from their previous course will NOT be given advanced placement consideration and will be required to complete the entire curricula

·      Students forced to leave the program due to extenuating circumstances beyond their control (i.e. military deployment, serious illness, etc.) who seek to re-enter more than 12 months after their departure may request special permission from the Dean of Instruction and Effectiveness for advanced placement.  The application should fully document the reason for withdrawing from the program and the courses in which they are requesting credit. If the Dean grants permission for re-entry, the student must conform to the requirements in 4 or 5 above depending upon their point of departure

*The EMTP Department reserves the right to limit enrollment in EMTP courses to insure the efficient use of resources.  When enrollment is limited, students will be selected by academic ranking according to grade point average in the EMTP curriculum.

Special Conditions

Due to the nature of the Emergency Medical Services and the requirements placed on training by State and National agencies, the classroom, laboratory, clinical, and field experience hours may exceed those expected for the credit awarded that course.

Employment opportunities may be limited for students with back problems or other medical or physical conditions which limit ability to lift or function in long periods of physical exertion (such as patient movement and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation).

Curriculum Structure

Courses in the Major (37 hours)

TOTAL HOURS: 37