Paramedic Overview (6450) Limited Access
Type of Award
CCC - College Credit Certificate
Program Website
https://www.palmbeachstate.edu/career-pathways/pathway-public-safety/default.aspx
Program Description
This college credit certificate program is offered for the student who wishes to complete the core curriculum and be eligible for NREMT certification or certification by the State of Florida to practice as a paramedic. Paramedics are trained to provide advanced life support in medical and trauma related emergencies. The course content includes lecture, skills lab and hospital/fire rescue rotations as outlined in the core requirements of the Emergency Medical Services A.S. degree program.
Program Accreditation
The Paramedic Program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon recommendation by the Committee on Accreditation for EMS Programs (CoAEMSP) 4101 W. Green Oaks Blvd. Suite 305-599 Arlington, Texas 76016, (817) 330-0080, and approved by the Florida Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (Ch 401, FS, Ch. 64J-1, FAC). The training program follows the most current U.S. Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum [FS 401.2701(1)(a) 5a].
Admission Requirements
Special admission requirements are associated with this program. For details, call the program office at (561) 868-3355.
Completion Requirements
Courses must be completed with a score of 80 or better. Students must successfully complete BLS, ACLS, PHTLS, and PALS.
Program Length
This intensive three-semester program includes a clinical internship in area hospitals and on emergency response units where students care for patients in emergency settings. Day shift classes start in the Fall and in the Spring term; all night classes in the Summer term.
Location
The program is offered at the Lake Worth campus.
For More Information
James J. Smith, smithjj@palmbeachstate.edu, (561) 868-3355
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities are limited in this field, and graduates have a 60 percent job placement rate.
Career Path Notes
Credits earned in the Paramedic program can be applied toward an A.S. degree in Emergency Medical Services. The student is encouraged to also complete Basic Firefighter training at Palm Beach State.
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:
Required Courses (Credits: 42)
| 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) |
| EMS2664 | Paramedic Clinical 1 (AS) | 4 credits (12 clinical hours) |
| EMS2665 | Paramedic Clinical 2 (AS) | 6 credits (12 clinical hours) |
| EMS2658 | Paramedic Clinical 3 (AS) | 2 credits (6 clinical hours) |
| EMS2659 | Paramedic Field Internship (AS) | 1 credits (8 clinical hours) |
Course sequence
Term One - Fall (Year One) (Credits: 16)
| EMS2664 | Paramedic Clinical 1 (AS) | 4 credits (12 clinical hours) |
| EMS2620C | Paramedic 1 (AS) | 12 credits (9 lecture hours, 6 lab hours) |
Term Two - Spring (Year One) (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 One) (Credits: 8)
| EMS2658 | Paramedic Clinical 3 (AS) | 2 credits (6 clinical hours) |
| EMS2622C | Paramedic 3 (AS) | 5 credits (3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours) |
| EMS2659 | Paramedic Field Internship (AS) | 1 credits (8 clinical hours) |
Total Credit Hours: 42