H. Councill Trenholm State Technical College 177 Location: Trenholm Campus Program Information A career in is one that is certain to be rewarding and exciting. The knowledge that you saved a life or made a difference in the outcome of a patient has no equal in the satisfaction that it brings. The adrenalin rush from performing in an emergency situation is difficult to duplicate in any other type of career. is a field that is continually moving forward. It is one of the essential public services that will always be provided in our communities; therefore, there will always be a need for emergency personnel. The Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic program at Trenholm Tech prepares students to become licensed Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics who will be able to work anywhere in the nation. Students are trained to deliver the prehospital advanced life support care and transportation necessary for victims of accidents and persons experiencing emergency illness. Students are provided instruction in both the classroom and clinical settings. Instructional topics include advanced traumatic injury care, acute medical emergency care, intravenous therapy, advanced cardiac life support, EKG recognition and administration, endotrachael intubation, and pharmacology. Occupational Choices A licensed Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic may expect employment in a variety of both pre-hospital and hospital settings. The job placement rate runs 100 percent for those who wish to work. Average Full-Time Wage Salary is dependent upon the level of licensure and experience. The average full-time annual wage for EMTs and Paramedics is $15,537 to $41,974.* Awards Available Associate Degree in Applied Technology in Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic Certificate in Emergency Medical Technology Specialized Training Certificate Emergency Medical Technology Emergency Medical Services Estimated Program Length & Cost* Credit Tuition Award Length Hours Fees Books Tools Supplies Associate Degree 5-6 Terms 76 $6,840 $750 $20 $81 Certificate 5 Terms 53 $4,770 $750 $20 $81 Spec Trng Cert 1Term 12 $1,080 $170 $20 $81 * Tax not included. Prices are subject to change without prior notice; cost of books may vary considerably among suppliers. The length of the program is based on full-time status of 12-15 credit hours per term. Enrollment in transitional level general education courses will alter the length of the program. 1 Data obtained from the U.S. Department of or, Bureau of or Statistics, 2006-2007.
178 Requirements for Associate Degree in Applied Technology in Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic First Semester EPT-191 Paramedic Preparatory 2 0 2 EPT-192 Paramedic Operations 2 2 3 EPT-193 Patient Assessment and Management 2 2 3 EPT-194 Paramedic General Pharmacology 1 2 2 EPT-189 Applied Anatomy & Physiology for the Paramedic 4 0 4 Or approved BIO Elective Second Semester EPT-196 Advanced Trauma Management-B 2 2 3 EPT-198 Medical Patient Management I 2 2 3 EPT-199 Cardiovascular Electrophysiology 2 2 3 EPT-201 Medical patient Management IIB 2 2 3 General Ed Requirement or Elective 3 0 3 Third Semester EPT-197 Paramedic Clinical Competencies I 0 9 3 EPT-202 Paramedic Clinical Competencies II 0 9 3 EPT-203 Cardiovascular Patient Management 2 2 3 EPT-204 Transition to Paramedic Practice 2 2 3 MTH-116 Mathematical Applications 3 0 3 or CIS-130 Introduction to Information Systems Fourth Semester EPT-205 Paramedic Terminal Competencies 1 2 2 EPT-206 Paramedic Field Preceptorship 1 15 6 EPT-207 Paramedic Team Leader Preceptorship 0 3 1 ENG-101 English Composition I 3 0 3 CIS-146 Microcomputer Applications 3 0 3 General Education: ENG 102 English Composition II or ENG 130 or SPH 106 3 0 3 Elective (BIO or CIS or MAH/MTH) Elective (BIO or CIS or MAH/MTH) PSY 200 General Psychology 3 0 3 PHL-206 Ethics and Society 3 0 3 Total Hours: 68 Credit Hours; 1,750 Contact Hours Electives: BIO-103 DPT-142 CIS-130 MTH-116 BIO-211 BIO-212 CIS-146 MTH-110 Biology Internet Applications Intro to Information Systems Mathematical Applications Human Anatomy and Phys Health Human Anatomy and Phys Health Microcomputer Applications Finite Math
H. Councill Trenholm State Technical College 179 Requirements for Certificate in Emergency Medical Technology (Students must complete the EMT-Basic before advancing to EPT-Certificate) First Semester EPT-191 Paramedic Preparatory 2 0 2 EPT-192 Paramedic Operations 2 2 3 EPT-193 Patient Assessment and Management 2 2 3 EPT-194 Paramedic General Pharmacology 1 2 2 EPT-189 Applied Anatomy & Physiology for the Paramedic 4 0 4 Or approved BIO Elective Second Semester EPT-196 Advanced Trauma Management-B 2 2 3 EPT-198 Medical Patient Management I 2 2 3 EPT-199 Cardiovascular Electrophysiology 2 2 3 EPT-201 Medical patient Management IIB 2 2 3 Third Semester EPT-197 Paramedic Clinical Competencies I 0 9 3 EPT-202 Paramedic Clinical Competencies II 0 9 3 EPT-203 Cardiovascular Patient Management 2 2 3 EPT-204 Transition to Paramedic Practice 2 2 3 Fourth Semester EPT-205 Paramedic Terminal Competencies 1 2 2 EPT-206 Paramedic Field Preceptorship 1 15 6 EPT-207 Paramedic Team Leader Preceptorship 0 3 1 General Education: ENG-101 English Composition I 3 0 3 MTH-116 Mathematical Applications 3 0 3 or other approved math Emergency Medical Services Total Hours: 53 Credit Hours; 1,440 Contact Hours Approved BIO Electives: BIO 111, 201, 202, 211 or 212 may be substituted for EPT 189
180 Requirements for Specialized Training Certificate in Emergency Medical Technology (Students must complete the EMT-Basic before advancing to EPT-Certificate) First Semester ORI-100 Orientation to College 1 0 1 EMS-116 EMT Basic & 6 3 9 EMS-117 EMT Basic Clinical Competencies 0 3 1 Total Hours: 11 Credit Hours; 256 Contact Hours
H. Councill Trenholm State Technical College 181 Course Descriptions for Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic (EMT/EMP) EMT-107 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATOR AMBULANCE 1 0 1 PREREQUISITE: Must present a valid driver s license as required by program. The Emergency Vehicle Operator Course - Ambulance provides the student with training as contained in the current National Standard Training Curriculum (NSTC) for the Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) Ambulance. The course provides the knowledge and skill practice necessary for individuals to learn how to safely operate all types of ambulances. Topics include introduction to the NSTC for ambulance operators; legal aspects of ambulance operation; communication and reporting; roles and responsibilities; ambulance types and operation; ambulance inspection, maintenance, and repair; navigation and route planning; basic maneuvers and normal operating situations; operations in emergency mode and unusual situations, special considerations in safety; and the run. Completion of specific student competencies, utilizing NSTC guidelines, are required for successful completion of this course. NOTE: To qualify for licensure status as an ambulance driver in the State of Alabama, students must successfully complete this course and meet additional requirements as required by the Alabama Department of Public Health. EMT-108 DIRECTED STUDIES IN EMT-I 1 0 1 PREREQUISITE: As required by program. This course offers independent study or computer assisted instruction under faculty supervision and/or theory in an EMS subject relevant to the student s interest and need. Specific cognitive competencies required by the student are defined in writing at the first class period. EMT-109 DIRECTED STUDIES IN EMT-II 1 0 1 PREREQUISITE: As required by program. This course offers independent study or computer assisted instruction under faculty supervision and/or theory in an EMS subject relevant to the student s interest and need. Specific cognitive competencies required by the student are defined in writing at the first class period. EMS-116 EMS BASIC THEORY AND LAB 6 6 9 This course is required to apply for certification as an EMT basic. This course provides students with insights into the theory and application of concepts related to the profession of emergency medical services. Specific topics include: EMS preparatory, airway maintenance, patient assessment, treating trauma patients, various medical procedures, treating infants and children, and various EMS operations. This course is based on the Emergency Medical Technician-Basic National Standard Curriculum. EMS-117 EMS BASIC CLINICAL COMPETENCIES 0 3 1 This course is required to apply for certification as an EMT basic. This course provides students with clinical education experiences to enhance knowledge and skills learned in the EMS 116, EMS Basic and. This course helps student prepare for the National Registry Exam. EPT-189 APPLIED ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY FOR THE PARAMEDIC 4 0 4 This course introduces human anatomy and physiology and includes concepts related to basic chemistry; fluid, electrolyte, and acid base balance; functions of cells, tissues, organs and systems; pathophysiology; and associated medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on applying content to signs, symptoms, and treatments; and situations commonly seen by paramedics. Upon course completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the structure and function of the human body. This course is offered each term. EPT- 191 PARAMEDIC PREPARATORY 2 0 2 COREREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiology course(s) NOTE: HPS-110, Introduction to Health Care, may be substituted for this course. This course introduces issues related to the practice of pre-hospital advanced life support as a career, with a focus on issues common to all health care professions. Content areas include: paramedic roles and responsibilities, well-being of the paramedic, illness and injury prevention, medical-legal-ethical issues, therapeutic communications, and medical terminology. Upon course completion, students will have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health. This course is offered each term. This is a CORE course. Emergency Medical Services
182 EPT-192 PARAMEDIC OPERATIONS 2 2 3 This course focuses on the operational knowledge and skills needed for safe and effective patient care within the paramedic s scope of practice. Content areas include: pathophysiology, life span development, ambulance operations, medical incident command, rescue awareness and operations, hazardous materials incidents, crime scene awareness, and Alabama EMS laws and rules. Upon course completion, students will have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health. This course is offered each term. This is a CORE course. EPT-193 PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT 2 2 3 This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to perform a comprehensive patient assessment, make initial management decisions, and to communicate assessment findings and patient care verbally and in writing. Content areas include: airway management, history taking, techniques of the physical examination, patient assessment, clinical decision making, communications, documentation, and assessment based management. Upon course completion, students will have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health. This course is offered each term. This is a CORE course. EPT-194 PAREMEDIC GENERAL PHARMACOLOGY 1 2 2.. NOTE: HPS-104, General Pharmacology for the Health Sciences, may be substituted for this course. This course introduces basic pharmacological agents and concepts, with an emphasis on drug classifications and the knowledge and skills required for safe, effective medication administration. Content areas include: general principles of pharmacology and pharmacologic pathophysiology; venous and intraosseous access techniques, the metric and apothecary system; computation of dosage and solution problems, administration of pharmacologic agents; and nasogastric tube placement. Upon course completion, students will have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health. This course is offered at least one term every year. This is a CORE course. EPT-196 ADVANCED TRAUMA MANAGEMENT-B 2 2 3 This course relates pathophysiology and assessment findings to the formulation of field impressions and implementation of treatment plans for trauma patients. Content areas include the pathophysiology, assessment, and management of trauma as related to: trauma systems; mechanisms of injury; hermorrhage and shock; soft tissue injuries; burns; and head, facial, spinal, thoracic, abdominal, and musculoskeletal trauma. Upon course completion, students will have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health. This course is offered each term. This is a CORE course. EPT-197 PARAMEDIC CLINICAL COMPETENCIES I 0 9 3, approved for clinical studies This course is directed toward the application of knowledge and skills developed in didactic and skills laboratory experiences to the clinical setting. and skills are applied to a variety of patient situations in the emergency department, operating room, intensive care unit, and other clinical settings, with a focus on patient assessments, advanced demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT- Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health. This course is offered each term. This is a CORE course.
H. Councill Trenholm State Technical College 183 EPT-198 MEDICAL PATIENT MANAGEMENT 2 2 3 This course relates pathophysiology and assessment findings to the formulation of field impression and implementation of treatment plans for specific medical conditions. Content areas include: pulmonology, neurology, gastroenterology, renal/urology, toxicology, hematology, environmental conditions, infectious and communicable diseases, abuse and assault, patients with special challenges, and acute interventions for the chronic care patient. Upon course completion, students will have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health. This course is offered each term. This is a CORE course. EPT-199 CARDIOVASCULAR ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY 2 2 3 This course introduces the cardiovascular system, cardiovascular electrophysiology, and electrocardiographic monitoring. Content areas include: cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, cardiovascular electrophysiology, electrocardiographic monitoring, rhythm analysis, and pre-hospital 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring and interpretation. Upon course completion, students will have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health. This course is offered each term. EPT-201 MEDICAL PATIENT MANAGEMENT IIB 2 2 3, approved for clinical studies This course relates pathophysiology and assessment findings to the formulation of field impressions and implementation of treatment plans for specific medical conditions. Content areas include: endocrinology, allergies and anaphylaxis, behavioral/psychiatric conditions, gynecology, obstetrics, neonatology, pediatrics, and geriatrics. Students integrate and reinforce the didactic and skills laboratory components of their education by performing basic and advanced life support assessments and skills on a variety of patient presentations and complaints in the clinical setting. Upon course completion, students will have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health. This course is offered each term. EPT-202 PARAMEDIC CLINICAL COMPETENCIES-II 0 9 3 This course is directed toward the application of knowledge and skills developed in didactic and skills laboratory experiences to the clinical setting. and skills are applied to a variety of patient situations including cardiac patients, psychiatric/behavioral patients, labor and delivery and newborn nursery, pediatric patients, geriatric, acute care of home health patients, patients with special challenges, and other clinical settings, with a focus on assessment, communication, and management of medical emergencies across the lifespan of the patient. Upon course completion, students will have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health. This course is offered each term. Emergency Medical Services EPT-203 CARDIOVASCULAR PATIENT MANAGEMENT 2 2 3, EMP-199 This course relates pathophysiology and assessment findings to the formulation of field impressions and implementation of treatment plans for specific cardiovascular conditions. Content areas include; assessment of the cardiovascular patient, pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease and techniques of management including appropriate pharmacologic agents and electrical therapy. Upon course completion, students will have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health. This course is offered each term.
184 EPT-204 TRANSITION TO PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 2 2 3 This course is designed to meet additional state and local educational requirements for paramedic practice. Content may include: prehospital protocols, transfer medications, topics in critical care and transport, systems presentation, and/or national standard certification courses as dictated by local needs or state requirement. Upon course completion, students should have met all ancillary educational requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health and local employers. This course is offered each term. EPT-205 PARAMEDIC TERMINAL COMPETENCIES 1 2 2, approved anatomy and physiology course(s) This course is designed to review the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and to assist students in preparation for the paramedic licensure examination. Emphasis is placed on validation of knowledge and skills through didactic review, skills lab performance, computer simulation and practice testing. Upon course completion, students should be sufficiently prepared to sit for the paramedic licensure examination. This course is offered at least one term every year. EPT-206 PARAMEDIC FIELD PRECEPTORSHIP 1 15 6, approved anatomy and physiology course(s), approved for clinical studies This course provides field experiences in the pre-hospital setting with advanced life support EMS units. Under the direct supervision of a field preceptor, students synthesize cognitive knowledge and skills developed in the skills laboratory and hospital clinical to provide safe and effective patient care in the pre-hospital environment. Upon course completion, students should have refined and validated their patient care practices to provide safe and effective patient care over a broad spectrum of patient situations and complaints. This course is offered each term. EPT-207 PARAMEDIC TEAM LEADER PRECEPTORSHIP 0 3 1, approved anatomy and physiology course(s), approved for clinical studies This course is designed to evaluate students abilities to integrate didactic, psychomotor skills, clinical, and field internship instruction to serve as a competent entry-level paramedic. This final evaluative (rather than instructional) course focuses on students professional attributes and integrative competence in clinical decision-making and team leadership in the pre-hospital setting. Upon course completion, students should have demonstrated adequate knowledge and skills, professional attitudes and attributes, clinical decisionmaking and team leadership abilities to effectively function as a competent entry-level paramedic. This course is offered each term.