Paramedic Associate in Applied Science Degree *SEE PROGRAM ADVISOR* Two-Year Program This is a full-time program designed to provide students the opportunity to acquire knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to enter and progress in the Emergency Medical Services occupation as employees of prehospital care providers and other health care facilities that provide emergency medical care. Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible to take the National Registry Examination as administered by the National Registrar of Emergency Medical Technicians. Course curriculum is subject to change without prior notice. Admission Requirements: 1) unconditional admission to the college, 2) receipt of completed application for the Paramedic program, 3) possession of a current Alabama AEMT License prior to the beginning of the clinical component, 4) minimum 2.0 GPA in all previous EMS coursework, 5) good standing with the college, 6) meeting the Essential Functions or Technical Standards required for Emergency Medical Services, and 7) eligibility for college level English 101, Math 100 or higher, and a minimum score of 40 on the ASSET reading exam. Once admitted, students must provide a background check, drug screening, medical insurance, immunization records and a physical exam. All general education requirements must be completed prior to the last semester of the program. Current, unemcumbered Alabama EMT License is acceptable credit for EMS118 and EMS119. Documents must be presented to Adminissions/Registrar to receive credit. AREA I WRITTEN COMPOSITION ENG 101...English Composition I...3 AREA II FINE ARTS AND HUMANITIES SPH 107...Fundamentals of Public Speaking...3 Elective...ART 100 or MUS 101...3 BIO 201*...Human Anatomy & Physiology I...4 BIO 202...Human Anatomy & Physiology II...4 MTH100 or higer...intermediate College Algebra/higher...3 AREA IV HISTORY, SOCIAL, AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES PSY 200...General Psychology...3 AREA V PRE-PROFESSIONAL, MAJOR, AND ELECTIVE COURSES EMS 118...Emergency Medical Technician...9 EMS 119...Emergency Medical Technician Clinical...1 EMS 155...Advanced Emergency Medical Technician...8 EMS 156...Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Clinical...2 EMS 240......Paramedic Operations...2 EMS 241......Paramedic Cardiology...3 EMS 242... Paramedic Patient Assessment...3 EMS 243... Paramedic Pharmacology...1 EMS 244......Paramedic Clinical I...1 EMS 245...Paramedic Medical Emergencies...3 EMS 246... Paramedic Trauma Management...3 EMS 247......Paramedic Special Populations...2 EMS 248......Paramedic Clinical II...3 EMS 253......Paramedic Transition to the Workforce...2 EMS 254......Advanced Competencies for Paramedic...2 EMS 255......Paramedic Field Preceptorship...5 EMS 256......Paramedic Team Leadership...1 Total Hours... 74 * BIO 103 prerequisite to BIO 201. Course curriculum subject to changes without prior notice. This is a career program designed for students to go directly into the labor market upon completion. Although some of the courses in this program will transfer to four-year institutions, this program is not designed to be a transfer program of study therefore it is not subject to the terms and conditions of STARS. 2015-2016 Faulkner State Community College 165
Paramedic - Advanced Placement Associate in Applied Science Degree Three Semesters This alternative pathway for completion of the Paramedic AAS is designed to allow students with previous completed college course work to start at the paramedic level of education. This program will provide students with the opportunity to acquire knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to work in the Emergency Medical Services as an advanced level provider. Upon successful completion of this degree the student will be eligible to take the National Registry Examination as administered by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. Course curriculum subject to change without prior notice. Admission Requirements: 1) unconditional admission to the college, 2) receipt of completed advanced placement application to the Paramedic level, 3) completion of the following required general education course work from an regionally accredited college; English Composition 1; A&P 1; A&P 2; Intermediate college algebra or higher; General Psychology, 4) receipt of official college transcripts to office of Admissions or Registrar office identifying the required entry course work and a GPA of 2.50 cumulative. 5) Ability to pass a comprehensive background check, physical and drug screen to meet all essential functions for program. (BIO103 is a prerequisite for BIO201 and BIO220 in the Alabama Community College System) AREA I WRITTEN COMPOSITION ENG 101...English Composition I...6 AREA II FINE ARTS AND HUMANITIES SPH 107...Fundamentals of Public Speaking...3 Elective...ART 100 or MUS 101...3 BIO 201...Human Anatomy & Physiology I...4 BIO 202...Human Anatomy & Physiology II...4 MTH 100 or more advanced...intermediate College Algebra or more advanced...3 AREA IV HISTORY, SOCIAL, AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES PSY 200...General Psychology...3 AREA V PRE-PROFESSIONAL, MAJOR, AND ELECTIVE COURSES BIO 220...Microbiology...4 EMS 150...Paramedic Refresher... 2 EMS 240...Paramedic Operations...2 EMS 241...Paramedic Cardiology...3 EMS 242...Paramedic Patient Assessment...3 EMS 243...Paramedic Pharmacology...1 EMS 244...Paramedic Clinical I...1 EMS 245...Paramedic Medical Emergencies...3 EMS 246...Paramedic Trauma Management...3 EMS 247...Paramedic Special Populations...2 EMS 248...Paramedic Clinical II...3 EMS 253...Paramedic Transition to Work Force...2 EMS 254...Advanced Competencies for Paramedic...2 EMS 255...Field Precptorship...5 EMS 256...Paramedic Team Leadership...1 Total Hours...63 This is a career program designed for students to go directly into the labor market upon completion. Although some of the courses in this program will transfer to four-year institutions, this program is not designed to be a transfer program of study therefore it is not subject to the terms and conditions of STARS. 166 Faulkner State Community College 2015-2016
Paramedic to ADN Mobility Associate in Applied Science Degree *SEE PROGRAM ADVISOR* Three Semester Program This is a day program designed to prepare Licensed Paramedics to practice as competent registered nurses, after successfully completing the National Council Licensure Examination. Licensure by the Boards of Nursing may be denied if an applicant has been convicted of a criminal offense, has abused drugs/alcohol, has a history of chemical dependency or mental illness, has been placed on the federal abuse registry, or has been administratively discharged from the armed services Admission Requirements: Students are selected based on the following point system: 1)Nursing Entrance Exam worth a max of 150 points; 2) A&P I, A&P II, and Microbiology awarded 30 pts for grade of an A, 20 pts for a B, 10 pts for a C ; 3) ENG 101, MTH 100, PSY 200, PSY 210, SPH 107, and a Humanities elective awarded 1 pt each if completed with a C or higher; 5 extra points awarded for a higher level Math or Chemistry. There is a maximum of 251 points possible. A separate nursing application is due by June 1. To be eligible applicants must be in good standing and in active status at Faulkner State. All original transcripts must be submitted to the admissions department. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 for the last 24 hrs of college credits. Applicants must have a valid unencumbered Alabama Paramedic license, an Associate Degree in Paramedic, and documentation of one year work experience as a paramedic within the past 20 months. Pre-requisites are ENG 101, Math 100 or higher, PSY 200, BIO 201, BIO 202, BIO 220, SPH 107, and a Humanities Elective. Once selected for the program, students are required to provide the following: drug screen, background check, physical exam showing ability to meet essential functions, record of immunizations, proof of current healthcare professional CPR certification, and proof of medical insurance. All nursing courses must be passed with a minimum of 75 ( C ) in order to progress in the program. Application packets and nursing entrance exam information are available from FSCC s website. (BIO 103 is pre-requisite for BIO 201, BIO 202, and BIO 220). AREA I WRITTEN COMPOSITION ENG 101...English Composition I...3 AREA II FINE ARTS AND HUMANITIES SPH 107...Fundamentals of Public Speaking...3 Elective...ART 100 or MUS 101...3 BIO 201*...Human Anatomy & Physiology I...4 BIO 202...Human Anatomy & Physiology II...4 MTH100 or higer...intermediate College Algebra/higher...3 AREA IV HISTORY, SOCIAL, AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES PSY 200...General Psychology...3 PSY 210...Human Growth and Development...3 AREA V PRE-PROFESSIONAL, MAJOR, AND ELECTIVE COURSES BIO 220...Microbiology...4 NUR 111...Paramedic to ADN Mobility...12 NUR 202...Nursing through the Lifespan II...6 NUR 203...Nursing through the Lifespan III...6 NUR 204...Role Transition for the Registered Nurse...4 Non-traditional Credit*... 14 Total Hours... 72 *Upon successful completion of all Area I-V credit hours, students are awarded 14 non-traditional credit hours. This is a career program. It is designed for students to be able to go directly into the labor market upon completion. Although some of the courses in this program will transfer to four-year institutions, other courses will not transfer. Since this program is not designed to be a transfer program of study, it is not subject to the terms and conditions of STARS. 2015-2016 Faulkner State Community College 167
Paramedic Certificate Program - SEE PROGRAM ADVISOR Three Semesters Program This is a full-time program designed to provide students the opportunity to acquire knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to enter and progress in the Emergency Medical Services occupation as employees of pre-hospital care providers and other health care facilities that provide emergency medical care. Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible to take the National Registry Examination as administered by the National Registrar of Emergency Medical Technicians. Course curriculum subject to change without prior notice. Admission Requirements: 1) unconditional admission to the college, 2) receipt of completed application for the Paramedic program, 3) possession of a current Alabama AEMT License prior to the beginning of the clinical component, 4) minimum 2.0 GPA in all previous EMS coursework, 5) good standing with the college, 6) meeting the Essential Functions or Technical Standards required for Emergency Medical Services, and 7) eligibility for college level English 101, Math 100 or higher, and a minimum score of 40 on the ASSET reading exam. Once admitted, students must provide a background check, drug screening, medical insurance, immunization records and a physical exam. All general education requirements must be completed prior to the last semester of the program. AREA I WRITTEN COMPOSITION ENG 101...English Composition I... 3 AREA II FINE ARTS AND HUMANITIES SPH 107...Fundamentals of Public Speaking... 3 MTH 100 or higher...intermediate College Alegbra... 3 CIS Elective... 3 AREA IV HISTORY, SOCIAL, AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES...0 AREA V PRE-PROFESSIONAL, MAJOR, AND ELECTIVE COURSES EMS 189... Applied Anatomy and Physiology for the Paramedic... 4 EMS 240... Paramedic Operations... 2 EMS 241... Paramedic Cardiology... 3 EMS 242... Paramedic Patient Assessment... 3 EMS 243... Paramedic Pharmacology... 1 EMS 244... Paramedic Clinical I... 1 EMS 245...Paramedic Medical Emergencies... 3 EMS 246... Paramedic Trauma Management... 3 EMS 247... Paramedic Special Populations... 3 EMS 248... Paramedic Clinical II... 2 EMS 253... Paramedic Transition to the Workforce... 2 EMS 254... Advanced Competencies for Paramedic... 2 EMS 255... Paramedic Field Preceptorship... 5 EMS 256... Paramedic Team Leadership... 1 Total Hours...47 This is a career program designed for students to go directly into the labor market upon completion. Although some of the courses in this program will transfer to four-year institutions, this program is not designed to be a transfer program of study therefore it is not subject to the terms and conditions of STARS. Course curriculum subject to change without prior notice. 168 Faulkner State Community College 2015-2016
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Training Certificate DEGREE: Certificate of Completion one Semester This program is designed to prepare students for employment as Emergency Medical Technicians at the advanced level. Upon completion of the training certificate, graduates are eligible to sit for the National Registry examination. An Alabama Advanced EMT license is obtained by passing this examination. Admission Requirements: Unconditional admission to Faulkner State Community College and who: 1. Declare an AEMT Training Certificate major 2. Provide an acceptable physical examination by a licensed medical doctor 3. Meet the essential functions listed for EMS per the Alabama Department of Public Health 4. Provide immunization records as mandated 5. Hold an unencumbered, active Alabama Basic EMT license prior to the start of classes. Once admitted students must provide a background check, drug screening, medical insurance, immunization records and a physical exam. Students must achieve 75%, or higher, in all EMS coursework to advance within the program. EMS 155...Advanced Emergency Medical Technician...8 EMS 156...Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Clinical...2 Total Hours...10 Course curriculum subject to change without prior notice. This is a career program. It is designed for students to be able to go directly into the labor market upon completion. Although some of the courses in this program will transfer to four-year institutions, other courses will not transfer. Since this program is not designed to be a transfer program of study, it is not subject to the terms and conditions of STARS. 170 Faulkner State Community College 2015-2016
Emergency Medical Technician Training Certificate DEGREE: Training Certificate One Semester This program is designed to prepare students for employment as Emergency Medical Technicians at the basic level. Upon completion of the training certificate, graduates are eligible to sit for the National Registry examination. An Alabama Basic EMT license is obtained by passing this examination. Admission Requirements: Unconditional admission to Faulkner State Community College and student who: 1. Declare an EMT Training Certificate major 2. Provide an acceptable physical examination by a licensed medical doctor 3. Meet the essential functions listed for EMS per the Alabama Department of Public Health 4. Provide immunization records as mandated Students must achieve 75%, or higher, in all EMS coursework to advance within the program. EMS 118...Emergency Medical Technician... 9 EMS 119...Emergency Medical Technician Clinical... 1 Total Hours... 10 Course curriculum subject to change without prior notice. This is a career program. It is designed for students to be able to go directly into the labor market upon completion. Although some of the courses in this program will transfer to four-year institutions, other courses will not transfer. Since this program is not designed to be a transfer program of study, it is not subject to the terms and conditions of STARS. 2015-2016 Faulkner State Community College 169