Thank you for your interest in the Malcolm X College Paramedic Program.

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1 RE: Paramedic Program Fall 2012 Dear Prospective Student: Thank you for your interest in the Malcolm X College Paramedic Program. Enclosed is the application packet for the Program starting fall semester The Program runs for one year, beginning with the fall 2012 semester and continuing through summer semester Classes meet on Mondays & Wednesdays from 9:30AM to 2:00PM and on Fridays from 9:30AM to 4:20PM. These dates and times may be variable and do not include Clinical Rotations or Internship Assignments. Please read the following enclosed instructions carefully. Incomplete or inaccurate applications will jeopardize your consideration as a candidate for the program. Also take note of the admission requirements which includes a college level Anatomy and Physiology course. The deadline to submit the application is no later than Friday, April 27, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. Candidate selections are made by interview process. Interviews are granted to students who submitted a complete application before the deadline and attain acceptable scores on the entrance exam. Interviews will be scheduled between May 21 st and June 16 th. If you have any questions, please call the EMS office at Sincerely, Susan Santacaterina, MHPE Director, Paramedic Program

2 PARAMEDIC PROGRAM APPLICATION DOCUMENTS Below is a list outlining the documents enclosed in the application packet: A. Information documents In addition to the application packet, you will find the following information: 1. Paramedic Program Description - Program description and admission requirements. 2. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Information regarding program application and estimated cost. 3. EMT Refresher Course This course is OPTIONAL and is available to those students who wish to refresh skills and knowledge prior to sitting for entrance exam. 4. Timeline Dates and deadlines for application process. 5. Testing Dates All students are required to take EMT entrance exams. Some students will also be required to take COMPASS placement exams in reading and/or math. B. Application Forms The following documents are to be completed and returned as per instructions. 1. Paramedic Program Application form Complete and sign. An application fee of $35.00 must be submitted with application packet in the form of a Cashier s Check or Money Order made payable to the Malcolm X College Paramedic Program. Applicants must attach clean copies of the following items: A current Illinois EMT-B license CPR Healthcare Provider card (both sides) An identifiable Driver s License or State I.D. 2. Transcript Information Official college (or high school transcripts if no college background) must be sent to Malcolm X College Office of the Registrar, unless you are currently enrolled as a MXC student. Include an unofficial copy of all transcripts with the completed application packet that is returned to the EMS Department. There must be validation of successful completion (C minimum) of a college level Anatomy and Physiology class, 4 credit hours with a lab. BIO 116, 226, 227 are acceptable. 3. Paramedic Entrance Exams This handout provides you with information and dates available to take the Paramedic Entrance Exams. This is mandatory!

3 4. Verification of Field Experience Return the form completed by your employer validating work experience as an EMT. 5. Recommendation Forms (3) Provide personal and professional recommendations from three different sources. Spouse or family relative cannot submit these recommendations. These forms can be mailed directly to the MXC EMS Program Office or the recommendation can be placed in a sealed envelope with the author s signature written across the seal, and included with the completed application packet. It is the responsibility of the applicant to make sure all 3 recommendations have been submitted. Fax copies are unacceptable. 6. Personal Statement Form Provide a personal statement expressing your reasons for making application to the program. No more than two pages, legible please. 7. Checklist Return the provided checklist to make sure your application is complete. Make certain you identify your requested reservation dates for taking the Paramedic Entrance Exams. Sign where indicated on checklist. Completed applications are to be submitted to: Malcolm X College EMS Program Office - Room # W. Van Buren Street Chicago, IL The deadline for return of completed application is: Friday, April 27, 2012 at 4:00 pm.

4 CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO MALCOLM X PARAMEDIC PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Malcolm X College (MXC) offers an educational program for licensed Emergency Medical Technicians looking to expand their career as a Paramedic. This program has been developed by the City of Chicago Emergency Medical Service System (Region XI), which is a collaborative effort by Malcolm X College, Chicago Fire Department and the Chicago Resource Hospitals: Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Stroger Hospital of Cook County, Northwestern Memorial Hospital and the University of Chicago Hospitals. The Paramedic Program is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Division of Emergency Medical Services and Highway Safety. In addition to the Paramedic Core Curriculum, Malcolm X College is one of the few colleges in Illinois to offer an Associate in Applied Science Degree (AAS) in this professional specialty. Successful completion of this program s core curriculum provides eligibility to take the licensing examination offered by the Illinois Department of Public Health or the National Registry. Completion of the Associate in Applied Science Degree can broaden the student s marketability, as well as provide a strong basis for continued professional learning. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS The Paramedic Program courses run for three consecutive semesters. The Program begins in the Fall Semester of each year. Annual applications are made available in early February and due in late April. To be considered for admission the applicant must: Be a high school graduate or GED Certificate holder Be currently licensed by the State of Illinois as an EMT-B (Note students enrolled in a current Spring Semester EMT class who have not completed state exam are not eligible to apply (unless you are from the MXC EMT spring class with acceptable course grade) Successfully complete a college level Anatomy and Physiology course that is 4 credit hours with a lab Have a current CPR healthcare provider card Achieve acceptable scores on admissions examinations Submit a complete application, with transcripts by the stated deadline. Field experience as an EMT is strongly recommended Applicant Interviews - Interviews with Chicago EMS Region XI Admissions Committee will be granted those applicants who meet the Malcolm X College Paramedic Program admission requirements. Selection of candidates for this program is highly competitive. Candidate selections are based on interview results, academic history/gpa, admission testing results, EMS work experience, references, and commitment to the community.

5 Paramedic Core Curriculum The Paramedic Program runs three consecutive semesters starting in the fall of each year. Successful completion of the Paramedic Core Curriculum provides an Advanced Certificate in Paramedic level of training, and eligibility to take the licensing examination offered by the Illinois Department of Public Health or the National Registry. Fall Semester: EMT 221 Essentials of Paramedic Medicine I 9 Credit Hours EMT 222 Paramedic Medicine Practicum I 5 Credit Hours Spring Semester: EMT 223 Essentials of Paramedic Medicine II 9 Credit Hours EMT 224 Paramedic Medicine Practicum II 5 Credit Hours Summer Semester: EMT 227 Paramedic Field Internship 6 Credit Hours Total Credit Hours in Major (Core): 34 Credit Hours Associate in Applied Science Degree Requirements for the Associate in Applied Science Degree Paramedic includes a minimum of 61 credit hours with at least 34 hours concentrated in the major (Core). Refer to the college catalogue for more detailed information. General Education Courses: English 101 Biology 120 Sociology 201 Psychology 201 Communications elective Social Science electives Humanities/Fine Arts elective Physical/Life Sciences elective 3 Credit Hours 3 Credit Hours 3 Credit Hours 3 Credit Hours 3 Credit Hours 5 Credit Hours 3 Credit Hours 4 Credit Hours Total Credit Hours in General Education: 27 Credit Hours Total Credit Hours Required for AAS: 61 Credit Hours For more information call or write: Malcolm X College EMS Program Office, Room W. Van Buren Street, Chicago, IL EMS Office: Paramedic Program Director, Susan Santacaterina EMT-B Program Director, Tony Scipione

6 CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO MALCOLM X Paramedic Program Frequently Asked Questions: How many candidates typically apply for the MXC program? There are typically three applicants for each class seat. I know qualified candidates need to be interviewed, who are the interviewers and how do they make selections? The interviews are conducted by the admissions committee which is made up of representatives of: Malcolm X College; Chicago Resource Hospitals; Chicago Fire Department; and a Field Paramedic. The committee will ask questions of the candidate that address, and may not be limited to: Qualities such as motivation, maturity, academic capabilities, community commitment; and provide a BLS patient scenario for the applicant to manage. The admission committee will look at all components of the application, including academic history, recommendations, personal statement, test scores and work history. Is there any advantage to taking the EMT class at Malcolm X College? Students who are already enrolled at Malcolm X College have their academic history readily available to the committee and do not need to make application to the college. Students from MXC, only, are allowed to sit for an interview with a state license pending (enrolled in the current Spring EMT class). How much ambulance experience do I need? The committee strongly recommends working experience as an EMT-Basic by the start of the program (fall semester). Typically 500 hours of field experience is preferred. Documented ambulance experience is not required at the time of interview, however given the competitive application process, field experience as an EMT will provide an advantage for the candidate. Are there any science prerequisites? Yes! The applicant must have successfully completed a college level Anatomy & Physiology (A&P) course, of 4 credit hours with a lab. Courses offered at CCC which meet this requirement include BIO 116, 226 or 227. If A&P was taken at another college it is advisable that a copy of the course description be reviewed by the program director to assure it meets the requirement. An official transcript must be sent or handed over to the Office of the Registrar, include a copy of the transcript with your completed application packet. What is acceptable score on the entrance exams? The applicant must achieve a score of 75% on the EMT entrance test (multiple choice) to be eligible for interview. First time applicants to the college must take placement exams in reading and math. The EMS Department offers an EMT-B Refresher Course (not mandatory) prior to Paramedic Program Entrance Testing. Are there any other characteristics or qualities that can make my application more competitive? As a community college, we look for candidates that appreciate the college mission and demonstrate service to the community. As a health career program, we seek candidates with career goals of service as a paramedic. When are applications available and when are they supposed to be completed? Applications are available yearly in early February and due in late April. Specific deadlines are clearly stated in the application packet. They can be mailed out, picked up from the EMS Office (Rm.2621), or ed to you.

7 What is the cost of the program? See reverse side. CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO MALCOLM X Paramedic Program Cost List Date: All costs are approximate and are subject to change. Refer to the current Malcolm X College Student Schedule of Classes for details Chicago resident cost applies. Fall Semester (EMT 221 & EMT 222): Tuition ($89.00 / credit hour x 14 credit hours) Registration Fee Other Fees Activity Fee (Full time 12 or more hours; includes U-Pass. Parking, Technology and other student activities) Lab Fee: Clinical Fee: Book cost (cost is approximate) Cost of course & credentialing in: ACLS, PEPP, ITLS & State Exam Fee (subject to change) Background check (cost is approximate) Physical exam & blood work (cost variable per student) Fall Semester Total Cost Spring Semester (EMT 223 & EMT 224): Tuition ($89.00 / credit hour x 14 credit hours) Registration Fee Other Fees Activity Fee (Full time 12 or more hours; includes U-Pass. Parking, Technology and other student activities) Lab Fee: Clinical Fee: Spring Semester Total Cost Summer Semester (EMT 227): Tuition ($89.00 / credit hour x 6 credit hours) Registration Fee Other Fees Activity Fee (Part time Less than 12 hours; includes Parking, Technology and other student activities Does not incl. U-Pass) Lab Fee: Internship Fee: Summer Semester Total Cost: ***IMPORTANT: All students are required to carry their own health insurance for the entire duration of the Paramedic Program. The above does not include student health insurance cost.*** Tuition Charge Back (Non-Chicago Residents): Non-Chicago residents who plan to enroll in any Malcolm X College program and that program is not available at a community college in their district should apply to their local community college board office for tuition charge back at least thirty days prior to the first day of registration where applicable. Prices are subject to change.

8 Residents of Illinois living outside of Chicago per credit hour cost: Non-residents of Illinois per credit hour cost: /ss EMT-B REFRESHER TRAINING This 24 hour EMT-B Refresher Training session is designed to ensure individual competency for the practicing EMT-B. This course will also give the EMT-B, who intends to apply to the Malcolm X College, Paramedic Program the opportunity to sharpen their knowledge, skills and review the major concepts and interventions as outlined in the DOT, Emergency Medical Technician Basic curriculum. It is strongly suggested that students review their current EMT-B textbook prior to class. A minimum grade of 70% on the EMT-B post test and full attendance will ensure the full 24 hour Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits. The course is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health and hour for hour CME will be awarded. Class Logistics Dates: Saturday, April 14, 2012 Saturday, April 21, 2012 Saturday, April 28, 2012 Time: Location: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Students will be given breaks. Lunch is on your own. Malcolm X College 1900 West Van Buren Chicago, Illinois Room: 2619 Fee: $ Note: Bring your EMT-B textbook to class Registration: To register for the EMT-B Refresher Training course, report to the Continuing Education Office in room 2224, Monday thru Thursday 9am to 5:00pm and Friday 9:00am to 4:30pm. Bring a State ID or Illinois Drivers License as proof of residence. After completing the registration form you will be enrolled in the class at which time you will report to the Business Office to pay your $ fee. Registrations will be taken up to and including Friday, March 30, If there are any questions or concerns, feel free to contact the EMS Program Office at

9 Paramedic Program Entrance Exam Each applicant is required to take an EMT entrance exam. This is a multiple question test; scores on this exam will determine eligibility to sit for a program interview. Applicants must request a date to take this exam by submitting your preferences on the application checklist. You will receive a confirmation by . Space is limited, so it is important to get the application and test date request submitted early. Applicants must be confirmed to sit for the exam at that specific time. Taking the Entrance Exam Prior to taking any exam, the applicant must be admitted to the college for that term. Report to room 1502 and complete a Student Information and Enrollment card. Allow minutes to complete this step! Once you are entered into the system report to the designated area (Rm Placement Testing or Rm.2545) to sit for the exam. Please be prompt, allow enough time. No one will be allowed into the testing area once the test begins. You must present an official, current photo ID to the testing center prior to sitting for exam. The EMT entrance exam will be offered at the following times: Test Date Test Time Location Wednesdays April 25, May 2, May 9 10:00 am Rm Thursdays April 26, May 3, May 10 5:00 pm Rm Saturday, May 5 10:00 am Rm Identify the date and time of your exam reservation on the application checklist. To enroll in the college, each applicant is required to provide evidence of college level placement in English and Math. Applicants must take COMPASS placement exam levels unless they have demonstrated proficient levels by the following criteria: COMPASS Reading Exam COMPASS Mathematics Exam Current student with acceptable score within past year College transcript indicating successful completion of ENG 101/102 with a grade of C or better Comparable ACT scores (19 or greater) taken within 2 years Current student with acceptable score within past year College transcript indicating successful completion of MATH 118 with a grade of C or better Comparable ACT scores (20 or greater) taken within 2 years

10 Applicants needing to take COMPASS exam must do so prior to fall registration. New students must also attend an orientation prior to taking the COMPASS placement exam. Once you have completed the enrollment card in Rm (as described above) you should be in the system and must make arrangements to attend orientation and take placement exams. Revsd/2012ss Paramedic Application Timeline 2012 Open House Dates: February 1, :00pm 5:00pm Room 2616 The Paramedic Program will host an Open House for prospective students to pick up an application (or requested/received sooner), meet with instructors and answer any questions regarding the program. Available Upon Request Application packets available from MXC EMS Department. They can be mailed out or ed available upon request. Friday, April 27, 2012 No later than 4:00PM Deadline for completed applications to be submitted Wednesday, April 25 th to Thursday, May 10 th tters go May out 7 th to through applicants with May 21 st May 28 th through June 15 th Friday, June 22 nd Dates for entrance exam are provided in application packet. Space is limited, Reserve testing date with submitted application. Letters sent out with results of entrance exams and interview dates. Interviews Acceptance letters sent out Friday, July 17 th Week of August 20 th Monday, August 27 th Student confirmations/responses due One-day orientation First Day of Class

11 Malcolm X College One of the City Colleges of Chicago EMS Program Office, Room W. Van Buren Street Chicago, IL (312) Paramedic Program Application Information Form: All applicants must fill out the Paramedic Program Application Information Form and return to EMS Program Office. Official college transcripts are to be sent to MXC Office of the Registrar, and copies of transcripts are to be included with the completed application packet. Application fee of $ Cashier s checks or money order made payable to Malcolm X College Paramedic Program. Signing this application: Certifies that the facts contained are true and complete to the best of the applicant s knowledge, and understand that falsified statements on this application shall be grounds for dismissal from both the application process and/or the Paramedic Program. ALL required documents must be submitted by the application deadline- April 27, 2012 no later than 4:00PM. Personal Information (please print or type) Student ID Number (if current mxc student) Date of Application Anticipated Start Date Mo. Year Last Name First Name Middle Name Address Address City State Zip code County Home Phone ( ) Business Phone Cell. Phone ( ) ( ) Emergency Contact: Name, Relationship and Phone # Academic Background - List high school and all colleges or universities attended including any of the City Colleges of Chicago. High School City State Dates (from/to) Degree Earned EMT Program Attended City State Dates (from/to) Degree Earned

12 College/University City State Dates (from/to) Degree Earned Health care work experience: Employer or Dept. Volunteer Address Supervisor Phone Dates of affiliation (from / to) Type of affiliation (paid or volunteer) Number of hours weekly Duties Reason for leaving Employer or Dept. Volunteer Supervisor Address Phone Dates of affiliation (from / to) Type of affiliation (paid or volunteer) Number of hours weekly Duties Reason for Leaving Non-health care related work experience: Employer Position Dates of Employment Licenses / Certifications (include double-sided photocopy of each) License/certificate State Expiration Date

13 Are you willing to submit to a: Comprehensive medical history and/or exam; Drug screening; Testing for communicable diseases; Immunization (where necessary); Background check and have the results disclosed to the Director, MXC Admission Review Member(s) and Clinical Site Director(s)? Yes No Have you ever been convicted of a crime? Yes No Signature Date Rvsd/2012/ss Malcolm X College One of the City Colleges of Chicago REQUEST FOR COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPT INSTRUCTION TO APPLICANT: Please mail your REQUEST FOR TRANSCRIPT OF RECORDS form to your College/University. RECORDS OFFICE Date of Request: Name of School Address City State Zip ( ) Fall/Year ( ) Spring/Year ( ) Summer/Year I have applied for admission to Malcolm X College and request that you send an official copy of my academic records to: MALCOLM X COLLEGE Office of the Registrar, Room West Van Buren Street Chicago, Illinois If there is a transcript fee, please contact me and not Malcolm X College. The following information is provided to assist you in identifying my record. My name and other name(s) used when I attended your institution: Last First M Other Name(s) Used Birthdate: Social Security Number: Student ID or PeopleSoft Number (If applicable): Dates of Attendance: Signature: Month/Year to Month/Year Address:

14 City State Zip (Area Code) Telephone Number ( Address) MALCOLM X COLLEGE PARAMEDIC PROGRAM VERIFICATION OF FIELD EXPERIENCE This document is to verify that the following applicant: (Applicant s name) has participated in direct patient care, providing BLS pre-hospital care during the following period (list dates of employment): Starting Date Dates: From to During this period, this individual worked an average of hours per week. Name Signature Title Company Phone

15 Note: This form must be completed and returned with other application materials. Rvsd.2011.pm MALCOLM X COLLEGE PARAMEDIC PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION FORM THREE NEEDED To the Applicant: Type or print your name in the space provided and give this form to the individual submitting a recommendation on your behalf. These individuals must have known you for at least 6 months. If possible, utilize your work supervisor, co-worker and/or EMT Instructor/EMS Coordinator. Three (3) recommendation forms are required. The completed forms are to be submitted with application packet in a sealed envelope with signature of the author written across seal. Mail or hand-deliver packets to: MALCOLM X COLLEGE EMS PROGRAM OFFICE - PARAMEDIC PROGRAM 1900 WEST VAN BUREN STREET, ROOM 2621 CHICAGO, ILLINOIS Applicant Name: (First) (Middle) (Last) Address: (Street Address) (City/State) (Zip) Telephone Number: (Daytime) (Evening) TO THE RECOMMENDER: The above individual has applied to the Malcolm X College Paramedic Program. In order to give the Admissions Committee a complete profile of the applicant, please answer the following questions. If you have additional information, attach a separate page. Completed recommendations are to be returned to applicant in a sealed envelope with your signature written across the seal. Recommender Information: Name (First) (Middle) (Last) Address (Street Address) (City/State) (Zip)

16 Telephone: (Home) (Work) (Pager) (Fax) Institution Title May we contact you if there are any further questions? Yes No 1. How long have you known the applicant and in what capacity? 2. Please rate the applicant in the following areas using the grading scale below: 5. Excellent 4. Good 3. Fair 2. Poor 1. Unknown A. Academic potential B. Capacity for logical thinking C. Ability to work with others D. Ability to express ideas verbally E. Ability to express ideas in writing F. Motivation G. Judgment H. Maturity 3. What have you observed to be the applicant s strengths: 4. In what way would he/she be an asset to the EMS community:

17 Recommender s Signature 2011.pm Malcolm X College - Paramedic Program Personal Statement Name: Date: Candidates must submit a statement no greater than two single side pages in length, describing your career goals and objectives of pursuing paramedicine as your career.

18 Application Checklist Make sure you have included all of the following, and include this checklist in the submitted application: Paramedic Program Application Completed and signed Application fee of $35.00 in the form of cashier s check or money order made payable to: Malcolm X College Paramedic Program Official transcripts from previous college or high school sent directly to Malcolm X College, Office of the Registrar. Copies of all transcripts (unofficial) must be included in application packet and submitted to the EMS office. Transcripts must include successful completion of 4-credit hour Anatomy and Physiology course with a lab (such as BIO 116, BIO 226, BIO 227). Verification of field experience completed and signed Recommendation Forms (3) completed and signed. Applicant can submit recommendation forms with packet, if document is in a sealed envelope with signature of author written across seal. Student is responsible to verify receipt of those recommendations mailed in. Personal Statement Form College Placement Testing: I do not need to take COMPASS exams because I have submitted transcripts with ENG 101/102, have ACT composite score of 18 or greater (within 2 years), or COMPASS scores within 1 year. sign -OR- I will take COMPASS on (date) sign I would like to request the following testing dates for the Paramedic Entrance Exam: 1 st choice 2 nd choice address to send testing date confirmation Enclosed a current clean copy of your: IDPH EMT-B License; CPR Healthcare Provider Card; and Driver s License or State ID

19 Application checklist completed, signed with requests for testing dates and included Please return all completed application paperwork to: Malcolm X College EMS Program Office Paramedic Program Room W. Van Buren Street Chicago, IL 60612