Emergency Medical Services Overview (2449)
Type of Award
AS - Associate in Science
Program Website
www.palmbeachstate.edu/career-pathways/pathway-publicsafety.aspx
Program Description
This degree program is designed for the student who wishes to increase his/her opportunities in the EMS field.
In addition to the EMT and Paramedic Certificates, students will complete general education courses and electives.
Program Learning Outcomes
For detailed information, visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/learningoutcomes/Program-Learning-Outcomes.
Admission Requirements
High school diploma (or equivalent)
Complete an Application for Admissions, located at www.palmbeachstate.edu/admissions/default.aspx.
Completion Requirements
Students must successfully complete all courses listed in the catalog for this program.
Program Length
The program can be finished in two years of full-time enrollment or three years part-time.
Location
The program is offered on the Lake Worth campus.
For More Information
James J. Smith, smithjj@palmbeachstate.edu, (561) 868-3355
Employment Opportunities
Paramedics with an A.S. degree are in demand for educational and supervisory positions.
Career Path Notes
Courses from this program may transfer into Palm Beach State’s Bachelor of Applied Science program in Supervision and Management. For more information, visit: www.palmbeachstate.edu/Bachelors
In addition, courses from this program may transfer to other colleges and universities that allow students to transfer into a four-year program. For more information, contact the college or university to which you wish to transfer.
Career Center
www.palmbeachstate.edu/Career
For more information about employment opportunities, including job outlook and salary information, visit: Occupational Outlook Handbook: www.bls.gov/ooh
O-Net Online: www.onetonline.org
Required courses:
General Education (Credits: 15)
| ENC1101 | College Composition 1 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| SPC1017 | Fundamentals of Speech Communication (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| Any course from Humanities - Area II | 3 credits |
| Any course from Mathematics - Area III | 3 credits |
| PSY2012 | Introduction to Psychology (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| Or | |
| SYG2000 | Introduction to Sociology (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
Technical Core Required Courses (Credits: 54)
| EMS1158C | Emergency Medical Technician (AS) | 12 credits (6 lecture hours, 10 lab hours, 3 clinical hours) |
| EMS2620C | Paramedic 1 (AS) | 12 credits (9 lecture hours, 6 lab hours) |
| EMS2621C | Paramedic 2 (AS) | 12 credits (9 lecture hours, 6 lab hours) |
| EMS2622C | Paramedic 3 (AS) | 5 credits (3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours) |
| EMS2658 | Paramedic Clinical 3 (AS) | 2 credits (6 clinical hours) |
| EMS2659 | Paramedic Field Internship (AS) | 1 credits (8 clinical hours) |
| EMS2664 | Paramedic Clinical 1 (AS) | 4 credits (12 clinical hours) |
| EMS2665 | Paramedic Clinical 2 (AS) | 6 credits (12 clinical hours) |
Electives - 4 Credits Required
| CGS1100 | Microcomputer Applications (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| EDF2005 | Introduction to the Teaching Profession (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| EDP2002 | Introduction to Educational Psychology (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| HSC2100 | Health Concepts and Strategies (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| HSC2531 | Medical Terminology (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| MNA2100 | Human Relations in Business (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| MNA2345 | Principles of Supervision (AS) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| POS1041 | Introduction to American Government (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| Any course(s) from Area IV Natural Sciences | |
| Any FFP (Fire Science) College Credit Course | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 4 |
Total Credit Hours: 73
* Students holding current/valid Florida State EMT-Basic certificates may be able to obtain credit for these classes toward the EMS A.S. degree. See Palm Beach State EMT program manager for more information.
Course Sequence
Term One - Fall (Year One) (Credits: 15)
| ENC1101 | College Composition 1 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| SPC1017 | Fundamentals of Speech Communication (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| Any course from Humanities - Area II | 3 credits |
| Any course from Mathematics - Area III | 3 credits |
| PSY2012 | Introduction to Psychology (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| Or | |
| SYG2000 | Introduction to Sociology (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
Term Two - Spring (Year One) (Credits: 12)
| EMS1158C | Emergency Medical Technician (AS) | 12 credits (6 lecture hours, 10 lab hours, 3 clinical hours) |
Term Three - Summer (Year One) (Credits: 4)
| SELECT 4 ELECTIVE CREDITS | |
Term One - Fall (Year Two) (Credits: 16)
| EMS2620C | Paramedic 1 (AS) | 12 credits (9 lecture hours, 6 lab hours) |
| EMS2664 | Paramedic Clinical 1 (AS) | 4 credits (12 clinical hours) |
Term Two - Spring (Year Two) (Credits: 18)
| EMS2621C | Paramedic 2 (AS) | 12 credits (9 lecture hours, 6 lab hours) |
| EMS2665 | Paramedic Clinical 2 (AS) | 6 credits (12 clinical hours) |
Term Three - Summer (Year Two) (Credits: 8)
| EMS2622C | Paramedic 3 (AS) | 5 credits (3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours) |
| EMS2658 | Paramedic Clinical 3 (AS) | 2 credits (6 clinical hours) |
| EMS2659 | Paramedic Field Internship (AS) | 1 credits (8 clinical hours) |
Total Credit Hours: 73
* Students holding current/valid Florida State EMT-Basic certificates may be able to obtain credit for these classes toward the EMS A.S. degree. See Palm Beach State EMT program manager for more information