Paramedic, College Credit Certificate
Previous Degree Required: HS Diploma
Eligible for Financial Aid: Yes
Delivery Method(s): On-Campus
Location(s): Melbourne
Additional Limited Access Application Process Required: Yes
Program Testing Requirements:
Academic Community: PBSA Public Safety
Program Code: PARA
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code: 51.0904
Florida Department of Education CIP Code: 0351090405
- Leads to state or Organizational License or Certification: National Registry Paramedic Cognitive Examination and Psychomotor Examination
- Cost Associated with taking the exam: $160 Cognitive, $45 Certification
- Where to take the exam: The State of Florida uses the National Exam for their state exam, and then charges a fee for the State of Florida certification. National Exam Florida State Licensing
This certificate is part of the Emergency Medical Services A.S. degree program.
This certificate program in pre-hospital advanced life support is specifically designed for current Florida Certified Emergency Medical Technicians who demonstrate proficiency in their current field work.
Upon successful completion, the student is eligible to take the Florida Paramedic certification examination and/or National Registry Examinations.
Admission to the Paramedic program is limited.
Visit the program page for more details and how to apply or call (321) 433-5637.
Certificate Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Major Courses | ||
| EMS 2603 | Paramedic 1 | 9 |
| EMS 2604 | Paramedic 2 | 9 |
| EMS 2605 | Paramedic 3 | 8 |
| EMS 2659 | Paramedic Internship | 3 |
| EMS 2664 | Paramedic 1 Clinical | 1 |
| EMS 2665 | Paramedic 2 Clinical | 2 |
| EMSL 2603 | Paramedic 1 Laboratory | 4 |
| EMSL 2604 | Paramedic 2 Laboratory | 3 |
| EMSL 2605 | Paramedic 3 Laboratory | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 42 | |
Note: A grade of "C" or higher is necessary in each course for progression and graduation.
Learning Outcomes: Paramedic CCC
- Discuss and execute the proper techniques for Intravenous and medication delivery therapies.
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Discuss and execute the proper techniques for advanced airway management in traumatic injury (Plural Decompression Skill).
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Demonstrate the skills and knowledge to successfully execute 50 Team Leads in the Clinical Field Internship (CoAEMSP).
- Core Ability Supported: Work Cooperatively