Emergency Medical Science
Curriculum Description
The Emergency Medical Science curriculum is designed to prepare graduates to enter the workforce as paramedics. Additionally, the program can provide an Associate Degree for individuals desiring an opportunity for career enhancement.
The course of study provides the student an opportunity to acquire basic and advanced life support knowledge and skills by utilizing classroom instruction, practical laboratory sessions, hospital clinical experience and field internships with emergency medical service agencies.
Students progressing through the program may be eligible to apply for both state and national certification exams. Employment opportunities include ambulance services, fire and rescue agencies, air medical services, specialty areas of hospitals, industry, educational institutions and governmental agencies.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow this plan should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A45340
NC CIP: 51.0904
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2012
Fall Semester
Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
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BIO 168 | Anatomy and Physiology I ![]() |
3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
ENG 111 | Expository Writing ![]() |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
EMS 110 | EMT-Basic | 5 | 6 | 0 | 7 |
EMS 150 | Emerg Vehicles & EMS Comm | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
Select one:
Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
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CIS 110 OR |
Introduction to Computers ![]() |
(2) | (2) | (0) | (3) |
CIS 111 | Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Totals
Class Hours: 13
Lab/Shop Hours: 14
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 18
Spring Semester
Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
BIO 169 | Anatomy and Physiology II ![]() |
3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
EMS 120 | Intermediate Interventions | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
EMS 130 | Pharmacology I for EMS | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
EMS 131 | Adv Airway Management | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
PHI 240 | Introduction to Ethics ![]() |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one:
Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
EMS 121 OR |
EMS Clinical Practicum I | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
EMS 122 AND |
EMS Hospital Clinical I | (0) | (0) | (3) | (1) |
COE 111 | Co-op Work Experience I | (0) | (0) | (10) | (1) |
Totals
Class Hours: 10
Lab/Shop Hours: 11
Clinical/WBL Hours: 6
Credit Hours: 16
Summer Term
Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
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EMS 210 | Adv Patient Assessment | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
EMS 260 | Advanced Trauma Emergencies | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
Select one:
Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
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EMS 221 OR |
EMS Clinical Practicum II | (0) | (0) | (9) | (3) |
EMS 222 AND |
EMS Hospital Clinical II | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
COE 121 | Co-op Work Experience II | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 |
Select one:
Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
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EMS 230 OR |
Pharmacology II for EMS | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
EMS 235 | EMS Management | (2) | (0) | (0) | (2) |
Totals
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Shop Hours: 9
Clinical/WBL Hours: 16
Credit Hours: 9
Fall Semester
Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
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EMS 220 | Cardiology | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
EMS 240 | Special Needs Patients | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Select one:
Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
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PSY 118 OR |
Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
PSY 150 | General Psychology ![]() |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
Select one:
Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
EMS 231 OR |
EMS Clinical Pract III | (0) | (0) | (9) | (3) |
EMS 232 OR |
EMS Hospital Clinical III | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
COE 131 | Co-op Work Experience III | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 |
Totals
Class Hours: 6
Lab/Shop Hours: 8
Clinical/WBL Hours: 16
Credit Hours: 12
Spring Semester
Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
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EMS 140 | Rescue Scene Management | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
EMS 250 | Advanced Medical Emergencies | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
EMS 270 | Life Span Emergencies | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
Select one:
Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
EMS 241 OR |
EMS Clinical Practicum IV | (0) | (0) | (9) | (3) |
EMS 242 AND |
EMS Hospital Clinical IV | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
COE 211 | Co-op Work Experience IV | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 |
Totals
Class Hours: 5
Lab/Shop Hours: 8
Clinical/WBL Hours: 16
Credit Hours: 11
Summer Term
Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
EMS 285 | EMS Capstone | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
Select one:
Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
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COM 120 OR |
Intro Interpersonal Com ![]() |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
COM 231 OR |
Public Speaking ![]() |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
ENG 115 | Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
Totals
Class Hours: 4
Lab/Shop Hours: 3
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 5
Total Credit Hours: 71
Legend
- : Comprehensive Articulation Agreement - This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.
- : Local Requirement
- : Instructional Service Agreement
- : Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
- : Global Distinction
- : Requisite(s)
Additional Information
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
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