Paramedicine - Associate of Applied Science (Major Code - PAR)

The Paramedicine Associate of Applied Science degree prepares the student to become a Nationally Registered Paramedic. Paramedics render basic and advanced medical treatment before and during patient transport to a medical facility and they assess and treat a wide variety of medical emergencies. Paramedics work for fire departments, law enforcement agencies, private ambulance services, industrial companies, clinics, and hospitals.

Admission into the program requires a separate application. Prior to enrollment in the paramedicine program, all students must pass a computer-based entrance examination.

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

• Demonstrate the legal, ethical, and professional conduct of an entry-level autonomous paramedic.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of an entry-level autonomous paramedic with regard to personal safety and wellness as well as to the safety of others.
• Demonstrate self-confidence as an autonomous and effective team leader in the pre-hospital, hospital, and clinical environment.
• Describe and perform various techniques for successful assessment and treatment of patients of all ages and all complaints.
• Analyze the various considerations when determining ground versus air transport of a patient to an appropriate facility.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all required terminal competencies as verified by the medical director.
• Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for certification as a Nationally Registered Paramedic.

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