Paramedic CCC

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, [phone], 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

• Have a standard high school diploma or GED;
• Complete an Application for Admission, located at www.palmbeachstate.edu/admissions/Admissions-Applications
• Be a certified Florida EMT or eligible for the Florida EMT exam to apply and must score a 75 on the NFSI.
• Complete a limited access Paramedic program application found at www.palmbeachstate.edu/career-pathways/Paramedic

Special admission requirements are associated with this program. For details, call the program office at [phone].

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 begins every Fall semester and includes a clinical internship in area hospitals and on emergency response units where students care for patients in emergency settings.

Location

The program is offered at the Lake Worth campus.

For More Information

Debra Luongo, [e-mail], [phone]

Employment Opportunities

Employment opportunities are limited in this field, and graduates have a greater than 90 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
EMS2621C	Paramedic 2 (AS)	12 Credits
EMS2622C	Paramedic 3 (AS)	5 Credits
EMS2664	Paramedic Clinical 1 (AS)	4 Credits
EMS2665	Paramedic Clinical 2 (AS)	6 Credits
EMS2658	Paramedic Clinical 3 (AS)	2 Credits
EMS2659	Paramedic Field Internship (AS)	1 Credit

Total Credit Hours: 42

Course sequence

Term One - Fall (Year One) (Credits: 16)

EMS2664	Paramedic Clinical 1 (AS)	4 Credits
EMS2620C	Paramedic 1 (AS)	12 Credits

Term Two - Spring (Year One) (Credits: 18)

EMS2621C	Paramedic 2 (AS)	12 Credits
EMS2665	Paramedic Clinical 2 (AS)	6 Credits

Term Three - Summer (Year One) (Credits: 8)

EMS2658	Paramedic Clinical 3 (AS)	2 Credits
EMS2622C	Paramedic 3 (AS)	5 Credits
EMS2659	Paramedic Field Internship (AS)	1 Credit

Total Credit Hours: 42