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EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN PARAMEDIC - EMTP
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EMTP 1101 | Emergency Medical Technician – Basic
Prerequisites: Meet Ohio Division of EMS requirements
7 credits
This course is designed to prepare the student to perform minimum entry–level emergency care in the out-of-hospital environment. Emphasis includes recognizing the nature and seriousness of the patient's condition, administering appropriate emergency medical care, lifting, moving and positioning the patient to minimize discomfort and prevent further injury, and perform these duties safely and effectively. At the end of this course, successful students will be eligible to sit for Ohio certification testing as an Emergency Medical Technician–Basic.
EMTP 1110 | Success for EMS Professionals
Prerequisites: EMTP 1101 or Current EMT certification
4 credits
This course is designed to increase students’ success in advanced-level EMS courses and their future EMS careers. Proven student success principles including personal responsibility, self-motivation, and self-management will be addressed. In addition, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology topics pertinent to advanced EMS education will be studied. Finally, an overview of medical terminology and dosage calculation will be included. This course is a prerequisite for all advanced-level EMS courses.
EMTP 1120 | Issues in EMS
Prerequisites: EMTP 1101 or Current EMT certification
3 credits
This course provides an in-depth study of major issues affecting EMS providers. Topics covered include medical/legal issues and research as it applies to EMS. Other topics of interest to the students may be incorporated as time allows.
EMTP 2210 | Paramedic Theory & Practice I
Prerequisites: EMTP 1110, Current Ohio EMT certification, Meet Ohio Division of EMS requirements
Corequisite: EMTP 2220
6 credits
This is the first course in the paramedic certification sequence. Topics will include an introduction to out–of–hospital care, the roles and responsibilities of the paramedic, and the foundational material for the practice of advanced life support. Trauma will also be included.
EMTP 2211 | Paramedic Clinical I
Prerequisites: EMTP 1110, Current Ohio EMT certification, Meet Ohio Division of EMS requirements
Corequisite: EMTP 2210
3 credits
The paramedic clinical sequence provides an opportunity for students to apply the material from the didactic and laboratory courses in a healthcare facility and/or field environment. During this directed practice experience, students practice the skills and apply the knowledge from these courses under the supervision of a clinical preceptor. Through the sequence, they will progress from observer to participant to team leader as their knowledge and skills develop.
EMTP 2220 | Paramedic Theory & Practice II
Prerequisites: EMTP 2210, EMTP 2211
Corequisite: EMTP 2221
6 credits
This course will cover assessment and management of patients with various medical conditions. Topics will include respiratory, cardiovascular, neurologic, and endocrine emergencies. Obstetric and gynecologic emergencies will also be discussed as well as pediatric patient emergencies.
EMTP 2221 | Paramedic Clinical II
Prerequisites: EMTP 2210, EMTP 2211
Corequisite: EMTP 2220
3 credits
The paramedic clinical sequence provides an opportunity for students to apply the material from the didactic and laboratory courses in a healthcare facility and/or field environment. During this directed practice experience, students practice the skills and apply the knowledge from these courses under the supervision of a clinical preceptor. Through the sequence, they will progress from observer to participant to team leader as their knowledge and skills develop.
EMTP 2230 | Paramedic Theory & Practice III
Prerequisites: EMTP 2220, EMTP 2221
Corequisite: EMTP 2231
4 credits
This course will cover special considerations in emergency medical care and EMS operations. It will also integrate information from previous classes to allow the student to provide comprehensive emergency medical care.
EMTP 2231 | Paramedic Clinical III
Prerequisites: EMTP 2220, EMTP 2221
Corequisite: EMTP 2230
3 credits
The paramedic clinical sequence provides an opportunity for students to apply the material from the didactic and laboratory courses in a healthcare facility and/or field environment. During this directed practice experience, students practice the skills and apply the knowledge from these courses under the supervision of a clinical preceptor. Through the sequence, they will progress from observer to participant to team leader as their knowledge and skills develop.
EMTP 2235 | Preparation for Paramedic Certification
Prerequisites: EMTP 2220 or permission of program director
Corequisite: EMTP 2230, EMTP 2231 or permission of program director
2 credits
This course is designed as a review and preparation tool for the paramedic certification exam. The course is designed to aid students in recalling and applying principles of advanced out of hospital patient care. Methods to improve test-taking skills and relieve test anxiety are also included.
EMTP 2250 | Advanced Topics in EMS
Prerequisites: Completion of an Ohio approved Paramedic program
5 credits
This course discusses the concept and components of critical care transport and the advanced knowledge and skills that are beneficial in treating and transporting critically ill patients. Detailed assessment and management of conditions affecting the respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and neurological systems is covered. In addition, a principle of pharmacological management as it applies to emergency department and critical care transport is discussed. Information is then integrated using simulated patient presentations to reinforce the principles learned and present special situations.
EMTP 2291 | Paramedic Transition I
Prerequisites: EMTP 2214, EMTP 2224
8 credits
This course provides semester transition for those students who began the program under the quarter calendar. It will cover assessment and management of patients with various medical conditions. Topics will include respiratory, cardiovascular, neurologic, and endocrine emergencies. Obstetric and gynecologic emergencies will also be discussed. Finally, assessment and management of pediatric patients will be covered.
The paramedic clinical sequence provides an opportunity for students to apply the material from the didactic and laboratory courses in a healthcare facility and/or field environment. During this directed practice experience, students practice the skills and apply the knowledge from these courses under the supervision of a clinical preceptor. Through the sequence, they will progress from observer to participant to team leader as their knowledge and skills develop.
EMTP 2292 | Paramedic Transition II
Prerequisites: EMTP 2291
Corequisite: EMTP 2230
4 credits
This course will cover special considerations in emergency medical care and EMS operations. It will also integrate information from previous classes to allow the student to provide comprehensive emergency medical care.
The paramedic clinical sequence provides an opportunity for students to apply the material from the didactic and laboratory courses in a healthcare facility and/or field environment. During this directed practice experience, students practice the skills and apply the knowledge from these courses under the supervision of a clinical preceptor. Through the sequence, they will progress from observer to participant to team leader as their knowledge and skills develop.
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