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EMS 101
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Emergency Medical Services I |
5 credits |
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This course introduces the student to
EMS
systems, basic human topographical anatomy, basic life support (CPR) as well
as assessment and various treatment modalities for medical and traumatic
emergencies. Also required are 16 hours of pre-hospital field experience.
Upon successful completion of all course work, and practical skills
examination, students are eligible to take the New York State Department of
Health certification exam for EMT-B. Class hrs. 4.5; Lab hrs. 3.
Prerequisite: A student enrolled in EMS
must be 18 years of age by the last day of the month in which he/she is
scheduled to take the written certification exam. Permission of EMS Academy
to register.
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EMS
102
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EMS First Responder |
3 credits |
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This course introduces students to the basics of
prehospital emergency care. Students will learn the skills necessary to
begin assessing and caring for patients at the scene of injury or illness.
The course will follow the NYS Department of Health, Bureau of EMS
guidelines for certification as a Certified First Responder. Students
successfully completing this course will be eligible for the NYS Practical
Skills exam and NYS written certification exam for Certified First
Responder. Class hrs. 3; Lab hrs. 1.
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EMS 110
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Disaster Preparedness |
3 credits |
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This course exposes the student to the principles of
disaster preparation and coordination. A presentation of the problems facing EMS personnel are explored through an interdisciplinary
approach to the various aspects of disaster response and management. The
student gains a better understanding of an EMS disaster as an
EMS
specialist. In addition, the importance that society places on disasters,
whether peacetime, natural, or technological are explored. A global
comparison identifies the impact of disasters on different cultures, styles
of governments, and the different approaches to disaster management. Class
hrs. 3. Prerequisite: EMS 101 Emergency
Medical Services I. Offered spring semester.
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EMS 121
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Paramedic I Lab and Clinical Studies |
6 credits
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An introduction to advanced pre-hospital emergency and
the skills of the paramedic. Classroom and lab sessions, include topics in
Roles and Responsibilities of the Paramedic, EMS Systems, Stress Management,
Medical terminology, Patient Assessment, Pathophysiology of shock, and
General Pharmacology. A clinical component to this course allows the student
to interact with patients in the field setting. This course follows the
suggested guidelines of Division 1 and Division 2 of the U.S. Department of
Transportation, National Standard Curriculum for Paramedic. Class hrs. 6;
Lab hrs. 2; Clinical hrs. 10. Prerequisites: BIOL 121,123 Anatomy &
Physiology I & II. Corequisite: EMS 122
Paramedic II. Offered fall semester.
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EMS 122
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Paramedic
II, Lab and Clinical Studies
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3 credits
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This course provides the student with the ability to
assess and manage in the pre-hospital setting a wide variety of traumatic
injuries to the human body. The assessment and treatment of burns are
presented. In addition to the lecture component of this course, students
participate in lab sessions that develop the advanced skills necessary to
operate affectively in the prehospital setting as a paramedic. A clinical
component to this course allows the paramedic student to interact with
patients in the field setting. This course follows the suggested guidelines
of Division 3 the U.S. Department of Transportation National Standard
Curriculum for Paramedic. Class hrs. 10; Clinical hrs. 10. Prerequisites:
BIOL 121, 123 Anatomy & Physiology I & II. Corequisite: EMS 121 Paramedic
I.
Offered fall semester.
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EMS 130 |
Prehospital Pharmacology |
3 credits
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This course introduces the
EMS
professional to basic pharmacology including
pharmacokinetics and pharmaocdynamics, with an emphasis on
the prehospital setting. The course presents a variety of
medications according to their therapeutic application.
Pertinent physiology and related diseases are also presented
along with appropriate medications. Pharmacology is
approached by body system (nervous system, respiratory
system, cardiac system, etc.) so that the therapeutic action
of drugs may be clearly understood. Class hrs. 3.
Corequisites: EMS
121, 122 Paramedic I & II.
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EMS 135 |
Introduction to EMS Research |
3 credits
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This class helps students understand the
importance of EMS research in today’s EMS Systems. Students learn the
research process, as well as how to design a study, ethical
considerations, and how to implement a research project and
collect data. This course is designed for the
EMS professional, whether a field provider,
educator, or administrator. Research has always been
essential in scientific documentation. Students learn a true
appreciation of the importance of the
EMS research process—from design through
implementation. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite:
EMS
Certification (EMT-Basic or EMT Paramedic)
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EMS 210
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Comparative EMS Systems |
4 credits |
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This course examines various components of an EMS system by comparing existing systems nationwide. Each
system is examined for its strengths and weaknesses in comparison with local
systems. Students are encouraged to identify problems in their local systems
and formulate solutions to current and anticipated shortcomings. Upon
completion, students have a thorough understanding of an effective
EMS
system and their role in it. Class hrs. 4. Offered fall semester.
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EMS 215
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EMS
Administration and Leadership |
3 credits
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This course introduces the EMS
professional to issues in prehospital care administration. Students explore
issues in culture and human resources, EMS operations, financial issues as
well as the changing clinical environment and EMS
system design. EMS students gain insights into the field of
EMS
through discussion, readings and case studies. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: EMS 101 Emergency Medical Services I or permission from
department chair.
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EMS
217
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Legal Aspects of EMS |
3 credits
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This course introduces the EMS
professional to the legal aspects of Emergency Medical Services. Students
explore issues in malpractice, consent and refusal of treatment, OSHA,
employment issues, and risk management. EMS
students gain insights into the legal liabilities in Emergency Medical
Services through discussion, readings, and case studies. Class hrs. 3.
Prerequisite: EMS 101 Emergency Medical Services I or permission from
department chair.
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EMS 221
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Paramedic
III
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9 credits
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This course examines the assessment and treatment of
several medical emergencies facing the pre-hospital paramedic. In a
systematic manner, a comprehensive survey of Respiratory, Cardiac,
Endocrine, and Neurological emergencies is presented. In addition, the
student learns to assess and treat the Acute Abdomen, Anaphylaxis,
Toxicological emergencies, as well as Infectious Diseases. Environmental
Emergencies, Geriatrics, and Pediatrics are also discussed. A clinical
component to this course permits the paramedic student to interact with
patients in the field setting. This course follows the suggested guidelines
of Division 4 of the U.S. Department of Transportation National Standard
Curriculum for Paramedic. Class hrs. 9; Lab hrs. 2; Clinical hrs. 10.
Corequisite: EMS 222 Paramedic IV.
Prerequisite: EMS 121, 122 Paramedic I &
II. Offered spring semester.
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EMS 222
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Paramedic
IV |
3 credits |
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This course examines obstetrical emergencies facing the
pre-hospital emergency medical caregiver. Emergency childbirth and neo-natal
resuscitation are covered in depth. In addition, Behavioral emergencies are
also presented to the student. The clinical component to this course allows
the student to interact with patients in the field. This course follows the
guidelines of Division 5 and Division 6 of the U.S. Department of
Transportation National Standard Curriculum for Paramedic. Class hrs. 3; Lab
hrs. 2; Clinical hrs. 15. Prerequisite: EMS
121, 122 Paramedic I & II. Corequisite: EMS
221 Paramedic III. Offered spring semester.
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