Academic Programs

Emergency Medical Services

Award: Associate of Applied Science
Number of credits required: 60
Locations: Prince Frederick Campus (PRIN) Leonardtown Campus (LEON)
Offered: Days, Evenings, And Weekends
Contact: Department Liason, 301-934-7534

Description:

The Emergency Medical Services Associate of Appied Science degree program prepares graduates to provide emergency pre-hospital medical care to those who have sustained potentially life- threatening illnesses and injuries. Completion of the program qualifies graduates to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic (NREMT-P) examinations as well as comparable state examinations. Instruction includes classroom, laboratory, and clinical training in a variety of pre-hospital and hospital settings. This program follows the National Standard Curriculum developed by the Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Graudates are employed in settings associated with emergent patient care such as hospitals, emergency and urgent care centers, fire and rescue squads, ambulance services agencies, and similar organizations. Students are required to provide proof of immunization status, a completed health form, and a criminal background check at the student's expense. Students may be required to provide proof of current health insurance and a negative drug screen at their own cost upon notice. Students must hold current EMT-B certification and must also be affiliated with an appropriate advanced life support (ALS) unit for entry into this program. EMS credits may be awarded for the EMT national and state licensure at the Intermediate or Paramedic level.Students entering this program with an EMT-I or EMT-P earned through another institution may be required to take a transition course. This may be a competitive admissions program determined by student:instructor ratios and clinical space available. The National EMS Scope of Practice Model defines and describes four levels of EMS licensure: Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT (AEMT), and Paramedic. Each level represents a unique role, set of skills, and knowledge base.When National EMS Education Standards are developed for each level, CSM curriculum will be revised to meet the approved curriculum standards.A major objective of practicum experience is to apply classroom theory to the work environment.Students involved in work activities that support their curriculum may request their work experience be evaluated to ensure required practicum objectives and competencies are met.

For information about advanced standing in this program, contact the Allied Health Programs Coordinator. A grade of C or better is required in EMS courses.

This program has been designated as a Health Manpower Shortage program. For more information contact the Admissions Department. The maximum number of credits accepted in transfer from other institutions to this program is 45.

Required courses:

Take BIO-1040 BIO-2800 COM-1250 EMS-1400 EMS-1480 EMS-1520 EMS-1530 EMS-1540 EMS-1551 EMS-2520 EMS-2530 EMS-2540 EMS-2545 EMS-2551 EMS-2560 ENG-1010 HTH-2031 PSY-1010

Mathematics:

Take 3 credits General Education Courses listing

Electives:

Take 6 credits from any General Education course listing.

Last Update: October 10, 2008