EMS Professions Diploma EP12

Students who complete the EMS Professions diploma will be able to fluidly move into the paramedicine program at the diploma level. Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians AEMT certification examination and to apply for Georgia licensure as an AEMT. The primary focus of the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is to provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system. Criminal background checks and drug screens may be required based on the requirements for participation in clinical experiences.  Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians AEMT certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure as an AEMT.

Curriculum

All pre-requisite courses and occupational courses must be successfully completed with a grade of C or better.

Basic Skills Courses

ENGL 1010Fundamentals of English I

3

MATH 1012Foundations of Mathematics

3

PSYC 1010Basic Psychology

3

Fundamental Occupational Core

ALHS 1011Structure and Function of the Human Body

5

ALHS 1090Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences

2

Specific Occupational Core

EMSP 1110Introduction to the EMT Profession

3

EMSP 1120EMT Assessment/Airway Management and Pharmacology

3

EMSP 1130Medical Emergencies for the EMT

3

EMSP 1140Special Patient Populations

3

EMSP 1150Shock and Trauma for the EMT

3

EMSP 1160Clinical and Practical Applications for the EMT

1

EMSP 1510Advanced Concepts for the AEMT

3

EMSP 1520Advanced Patient Care for the AEMT

3

EMSP 1530Clinical Applications for the AEMT

1

EMSP 1540Clinical and Practical Applications for the AEMT

3

Total Credit Hours: 42