Paramedicine AAS Degree

Purpose

In addition to development of didactic, clinical and field skills, sciences and communications in the diploma, the AAS degree allows students to develop skills in medical terminology, humanities, and behavioral sciences.

Suggested Sequence of Courses 

Required Courses

• PARM 1010 - Principles of Paramedicine 4 credit(s)
• PARM 1020 - Advance EMS Skills 3 credit(s)
• PARM 1030 - Pharmacology & Ventilation Management 4 credit(s)
• PARM 1040 - Trauma Emergencies 3 credit(s)
• PARM 1050 - Cardiovascular & Respiratory Emergencies 3 credit(s)
• PARM 1060 - Medical Emergencies 3 credit(s)
• PARM 1070 - OB/GYN & Pediatrics 3 credit(s)
• PARM 1080 - Special Populations & EMS Operations 2 credit(s)
• PARM 1110 - Paramedic Practicum I 1 credit(s)
• PARM 1120 - Paramedic Practicum II 4 credit(s)
• PARM 2310 - Paramedic Practicum III 1 credit(s)
• PARM 2320 - Paramedic Practicum IV 2 credit(s)
• PARM 2400 - Paramedic Field Internship 4 credit(s)
• PARM 2410 - Advanced Certifications 1 credit(s)
• Student Elective Courses 3 credit(s)

General Education Core Requirements

All graduates with an AA, AS, AAS or ADN will complete:

In addition to Paramedicine Diploma  General Education Core Requirements of 14 credit(s) student need 5 credit from Group A, B C, D or E

• GEN ED Group A: Communications 3 credit(s) from diploma
  (Required: ENGL 1010  OR higher)
• GEN ED Group B: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving 8 credit(s) from diploma
  (Required: BIOS 2250  AND BIOS 2260  or higher)
• GEN ED Group C: Life and Career Goals; Group D: Information Technology Literacy or Group E: Global Awareness 3 credit(s) from diploma
• GEN ED Group A, B, C, D or E 5 credit(s)
  (Recommend: BIOS 1010 )

Total Credits for AAS Degree: 60