Emergency Medical Technology—Paramedic

The Emergency Medical Technology—Paramedic (EMT) program offers career training for entry-level personnel, as well as certification and continuing education courses. Chemeketa offers a diverse, experienced EMT faculty, excellent on-campus facilities, and outstanding hospital and pre-hospital clinical training sites. The program is fully accredited by the Oregon Department of Education, the Oregon State EMS Office, and the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions.

Students successfully completing a level of training (EMT Basic, Intermediate or Paramedic) will be eligible to sit for the state certification exam at that level.

Emergency Medical Technicians may be employed by ambulance companies, fire departments, police departments, and industries. There is a great demand for EMTs and paramedics both locally and nationally.

Students working toward EMT Paramedic certification will complete approximately 300 hours of hospital clinical experience, and 320–500 hours of field internship. Clinical experiences focus on developing the skills, attitudes, and work habits necessary for graduates to be successful in their field.

The program has been designed to be completed in two years, if you attend full time. However, there are entry-level expectations for skill levels in reading, writing, and mathematics. The length of time you take to complete the program will depend on your skills in these areas. This program has special admission requirements and enrollment limits.

To assess the time you will need to complete the program, please call 503.399.5163.

Program outcomes

Students completing the AAS will:

Assess patients and apply treatment protocols in emergency medical situations.
Use oral and written skills to communicate effectively in anxiety producing situations with patients, families, and members of the health care team.
Perform all basic and advanced life support skills in a safe and timely manner.
Provide on-scene leadership in emergency medical care situations.
Apply professional values and ethical behaviors individually and as a member of a team in providing emergency care.

Emergency Medical Technology
^{Associate of Applied Science}

In addition to tuition, estimated costs for students who complete the entire program listed below are books, $1,368; class fees, $565; universal fee, $576; equipment and supplies, $535; testing fees, $325. Contact the Financial Aid Office at 503.399.5018 to find out if you qualify for help with these costs.

You may earn an Associate of Applied Science degree by successfully completing the required 96 credit hours with a grade of C or better in all courses:

Course	Title	Credit Hours
Term 1
BI231	Human Anatomy and Physiology Presents an in-depth examination of the structure and function of the human body in the first of a three-term sequence. Includes a review of chemical principles, the study of cells, tissues and the integumentary, skeletal, and nervous systems. Attendance requirements: 3 class and 3 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, offered summer as needed. Prerequisite: One term of accelerated college chemistry with a grade of C or better within the last seven years, CH110 or CH111, or successful completion of Chemistry Proficiency Exam, or completion of CH104 and concurrent enrollment in CH105, or completi	4
EMT151	Emergency Medical Technician Basic, Part 1 Provides instruction at the level of Emergency Medical Technician basic. Includes all skills necessary to provide emergency medical care as outlined by scope of practice established by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners. Serves as the first of a two-part course in a series of courses making up a national and state EMS training program. Failure of this course will require retaking the full sequence of EMT-basic courses. Attendance requirements: 4 class and 3 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, Offered as needed. Prerequisite: Completion of placement testing for writing skills at WR049 or higher, reading at RD090 or higher and math at MTH020 or higher. Must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Must currently be certified in CPR for BLS Health Care Provi	5
EMT175	Introduction to Emergency Medical Service Covers the roles and responsibilities of the paramedic, emergency medical services systems, medical-legal considerations, major incident response, hazardous materials awareness, and stress management. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: Offered as needed.	3
	or
ES172	Introduction to Emergency Services Explores the philosophy and history of emergency services. Presents the history of loss of life and property in fire, major medical emergencies, and natural disasters. Covers the responsibility of emergency services in a community, the roles and responsibilities of a paramedic and firefighter, an overview of the ICS system, and the organization and function of emergency services agencies and allied organizations, education, and certification. Includes sources of professional literature, awareness and identification of hazardous materials, emergency services apparatus, fire behavior, detection and protection systems, cultural diversity, harassment in the workplace, survey of professional career opportunities and requirements, and development of a resume. Attendance requirements: 4 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: Offered as needed.	4
HM120	Medical Terminology 1 Emphasizes the terminology related to the health care professions and specialties, equipment, drugs, symbols, and abbreviations. Includes the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the musculoskeletal, integumentary, nervous systems, as well as the sensory organs. Provides practical application in the workplace using case studies, operative, autopsy, diagnostic, and laboratory reports. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp or Su as needed.	3
WR121	English Composition - Exposition Emphasizes clear, detailed, informative writing, critical thinking, and active reading. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: Ability to organize thoughts and competency in standard written English as demonstrated by (a) qualifying score on a standard placement test or (b) grade of C or better in WR115 or (c) grade of C or better in COM051.	3
Term 2
ES115	Crisis Intervention Provides a theoretical background for understanding crisis intervention and offers an arena to experience a variety of crisis management styles. Assists the emergency service worker or health care provider to evaluate their emotional reactions and methods of coping in order to stay healthy on the job. Attendance requirements: 3 class/wk. Terms offered: F, Sp, Offered as needed.	3
BI232	Human Anatomy and Physiology Covers an in-depth examination of the structure and function of the human body in the second of a three-term sequence. Includes the study of the muscular, circulatory, and respiratory systems. Attendance requirements: 3 class and 3 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, offered summer as needed. Prerequisite: BI231 with a grade of C or better within the last seven years, and concurrent enrollment in CH106 or CH123 if taking a chemistry sequence, or consent of instructor.	4
EMT152B	Emergency Medical Technician Basic, Part 2 Continues instruction at the level of Emergency Medical Technician basic, a vital link in the chain of the health care system. Includes all skills necessary to provide emergency medical care as outlined by scope of practice established by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners. Serves as the second in a series of courses making up a national and state EMS training program. Failure of this course will require retaking the full sequence of EMT-basic courses. Attendance requirements: 3 class and 6 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: Offered as needed. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EMT151. Must meet standards as set by the Oregon State EMS Office for certification which includes health, driving, immunization, and criminal record check.	5
MTH070	Elementary Algebra Covers linear equations, linear systems, linear inequalities, and quadratic equations in verbal, numerical, graphical, and symbolic forms. Also covers negative exponents, scientific notation, and dimensional analysis. Explores topics using a graphing calculator as well as traditional approaches. Attendance requirements: 4 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MTH060 or equivalent.	4
Term 3
BI233	Human Anatomy and Physiology Covers an in-depth examination of the structure of the human body in the third of a three-term sequence. Includes the study of the endocrine, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Also includes an examination of body fluids, electrolytes, pH balance, and medical genetics. Attendance requirements: 3 class and 3 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp., offered summer as needed. Prerequisite: BI232 with a grade of C or better within the last seven years or consent of instructor.	4
EMT169	EMT Rescue Presents technical information on various rescue situations. Covers tools and equipment, ropes and knots, trench rescue, shoring, warehouse searches, outdoor searches, rescue in situations involving elevation differences, package patients, water and ice rescues, and vehicle extrication. Attendance requirements: 2 class and 3 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: Offered as needed.	3
	(or higher)
	or
FRP256	Fire Service Rescue Practices Presents technical information on various fire department rescue situations. Covers tools and equipment, ropes and knots, trench rescue, shoring, warehouse searches, outdoor searches, rescue in situations involving elevation differences, package patients, water and ice rescues, and vehicle extrication. Attendance requirements: 2 class and 4 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: Offered as needed. Prerequisite: FRP151, FRP152, or consent of instructor.	4
EMT170	Emergency Communication and Patient Transportation Covers ambulance operation, laws, maintenance, and safety, emergency response driving and route planning, communication systems, radio types, HEAR system, codes, and correct techniques. Attendance requirements: 2 class and 3 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: Sp, Offered as needed.	3
	or
FRP153	Fire Incident Related Experience 3 Introduces new skills and a practicum to function safely and effectively as an integral member of a firefighting team and successfully pass testing for Firefighter 1. Includes a practicum for "Driver" and "Pumper Operator" certification. Students completing the course will take written and task performance tests for "Driver." Attendance requirements: 9 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: Offered as needed. Prerequisite: FRP152.	3
PSY101	Psychology of Human Relations Explores basic principles of psychology necessary for enhancing self-understanding, effective communication, and development of positive interpersonal relationships. Covers developing emotional well-being, determining values and setting goals, and dealing with problems and changes in interpersonal relations resulting from an individual's growth and development. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
	or
HUM259	Death and Dying Introduces the study of death and dying. Students will compare and contrast historical and modern attitudes toward death and dying found in literature, rituals, religion, philosophy, film, medico-legal issues, and in the process clarify their attitudes and values. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp.	3
	or
PSY201	General Psychology - Biological Emphasis Focuses on psychology as a science stressing history, methodology, the biological foundations of behavior, human development, sensation, and perception. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
SP111	Fundamentals of Public Speaking Covers preparation and delivery of public speeches with an emphasis on informative speaking. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
Term 4
CS101	Introduction to Microcomputer Applications Introduces the basic microcomputer hardware/software system. Covers the concepts of system software and application software, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation and introduction to Internet. Attendance requirements: 3 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: Touch keyboarding ability and college textbook reading (RD090 or equivalent) recommended.	3
EMT296	EMT Paramedic, Part 1 Offers first term of a three-term course, which includes EMT296, EMT297 and EMT280F. Focuses on patient assessment, airway/ventilation, pathophysiology of shock, general pharmacology, respiratory, cardiovascular, neurologic, behavioral emergencies, and acute abdomonal emergencies. Applies didactic knowledge to campus-based laboratory skills practice and clinical patient care in the hospital setting. Failure of this course will require retaking the full sequence of Paramedic courses (EMT296, EMT297, and EMT280F). Attendance requirements: 11 class and 9 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, Sp Prerequisite: Fourth-term standing in the Emergency Medical Technology program. Must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.	14
Term 5
EMT297	EMT Paramedic, Part 2 Offers second part of a three-term course, which includes EMT296, EMT297 and EMT280F. Focuses on anaphylactic, toxicologic, environmental, geriatric, pediatric, obstetric, gynecologic, neonatal, and endocrine emergencies, infectious diseases and trauma care. Applies didactic knowledge to campus-based laboratory skills practice and clinical patient care in the hospital setting. Failure of this course will require retaking the full sequence of Paramedic courses (EMT296, EMT297 and EMT280F). Attendance requirements: 6 class and 24 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: W, Su Prerequisite: EMT296.	14
	Sociology elective+*	3
Term 6
EMT280F	Cooperative Work Experience See Cooperative Work Experience. Attendance requirements: Terms offered:	0
HPE295	Health and Fitness for Life Provides information on personal levels of health, lifelong fitness, and wellness. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
	Emergency Medical Technology elective**	3
*Sociology electives:
SOC204	General Sociology-Introduction Covers basic issues and findings regarding the biological, symbolic, and social nature of humankind. Discusses foundations for social interaction, including patterns of social structure, culture, socialization, primary relationships, social differentiation, organization, deviance, and collective behavior. Includes principles of scientific methods and major sociological theorists. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
SOC205	General Sociology-Institutions Analyzes social institutions with special emphasis on family, religion, education, economy, and politics. Identifies factors contributing to institutional stability and change. It is recommended that students take SOC204 prior to this course. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
SOC206	General Sociology-Social Problems Uses a sociological approach to major social problems in contemporary U.S. American society. Emphasizes concepts of aging, health care, law, leisure, minorities, pollution, poverty, technology, urbanization, work, and youth. It is recommended that students take SOC204 prior to this course. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
SOC210	Sociology of the Family Offers a sociological perspective to family and marriage. Covers historical changes and societal variation in family patterns, changes over the life course, and diverse family forms. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
**Emergency Medical Technology electives (select 3 credits):
ASL111	First Year American Sign Language, Term 1 Introduces American Sign Language (ASL), supported by expressive and receptive readiness activities, finger-spelling techniques, vocabulary, grammar, and guided communication. Covers Deaf Culture and community, as well as historical aspects though reading and writing. Uses ASL as the primary language in the classroom. Course has an online component that requires students to use internet resources for coursework. Attendance requirements: 4 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: Internet skills required.	4
BA101	Introduction to Business Introduces the inter-relationships of business, government, and society. Examines the defined and/or established roles of the business community with an emphasis on ethic and social responsibilities. Looks at employment opportunities in various business fields. Attendance requirements: 4 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: College-level reading and writing recommended.	4
BA173	Public Relations in Business Explains the basic theories and principles involved in the practice of public relations and provides practical information needed to develop or implement public relations activities in the business environment. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: Offered as needed.	3
BA206	Business Management Principles Analyzes and synthesizes historical and current theories in leadership, group processes, organizational structures, personnel policies, motivation, and training that allow an individual to plan, organize, control, staff, and give direction in an organization. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: College-level reading and writing recommended.	3
BA211	Financial Accounting 1 Covers the complete accounting cycle for service and merchandising firms, including recording transactions, adjustments, financial statements, worksheets, closing entries, cash and accounts receivable, notes and interest, and accounting for inventories. Attendance requirements: 4 class hrs Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: MTH060 and CS101 skill levels or higher or consent of instructor.	4
BA224	Human Resource Management Studies the principles and functions of the human resource department as it specifically relates to supervision. Includes policy formulation, employee selection and placement, interviewing and counseling, discipline, labor-management relations, wage and salary administration, human resource development, and employee health and safety. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, Sp.	3
BA226	Business Law 1 Introduces the nature and function of the law in U.S. society. Covers contracts, the formation of contracts, the rights of contracts, and the obligations of contracts. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
EMT280C	Cooperative Work Experience See Cooperative Work Experience. Attendance requirements: Terms offered:	0
FRP150	Introduction to Fire Protection Introduces the philosophy and history of fire protection. Covers the history of loss of life and property by fire, responsibilities of fire departments in a community, organization and function of fire protection agencies and allied organizations, sources of professional literature, survey of professional career opportunities and requirements, and development of a resume. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: Offered as needed.	3
FRP157	Hazardous Materials Operations Provides knowledge and skills necessary to safely respond to and manage the defensive operations involved in a chemical emergency. Also provides skills to operate in offensive fashion for some common flammables (gasoline, propane, etc.). Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: Offered as needed. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in FRP150.	3
FRP277	NFPA Fire Instructor 1 Provides training to instructor candidates from multi-discipline activities found within Public Safety (fire, law enforcement, wildland, emergency medical services, etc.). Prepares the program participants for planning instruction, using a variety of instructional methods, teaching diverse learners, and evaluating course outcomes. Includes guidelines for addressing the critical issues of safety and the legal issues of training, and provides opportunities for participants to take part in application activities. This course meets the competency standards established by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Instructor 1. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: Offered as needed.	3
FRP278	NFPA Fire Instructor 2 Provides training to instructor candidates from multi-discipline activities found within Public Safety (fire, law enforcement, wildland, emergency medical services, etc.). Uses an intensive instructional methodology program to prepare the participant for planning and developing all aspects of course curriculum. Includes needs analysis, task analysis, course goals and objectives, lesson plan development, instructional support materials, and evaluation instruments. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: Offered as needed.	3
HE250	Personal Health Presents basic information concerning the social, emotional, intellectual, physical, spiritual, and environmental aspects of personal health and wellness. Emphasizes health-enhancing skills and behaviors. Provides an opportunity to apply and practice decision-making models regarding personal health issues. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
HE262	Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Instruction Reviews theory and application of basic life support, instructional materials, and methods of use in CPR courses. Successful completion provides instructor certification or recertification by the Oregon Heart Association. Attendance requirements: 2 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: Offered as needed. Prerequisite: Certification in CPR by the Oregon Heart Association.	2
HM101	Medical Law and Ethics Explores the relationships between the law, ethics, and bioethics and the health care professional. Uses case studies, independent and group projects, and personal reflection to identify common legal and ethical problems. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F	3
HM114	CPT-IV Coding/Reimbursement Introduces the use of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding system, insurance terminology and abbreviations, and basic health insurance systems. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: W Prerequisite: HM120, concurrent enrollment in HM121, or consent of instructor.	3
HM121	Medical Terminology 2 Focuses on the digestive, cardiovascular, respiratory, blood, lymphatic, genitourinary, female reproductive, and endocrine systems. Explores the origin of terms and the use of anatomical, general, operative, and symptomatic terms using a variety of case-based and experiential learning techniques. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp. or Su as needed. Prerequisite: HM120.	3
HM122	Medical Terminology 3 Presents an advanced course using the language of clinical medicine in a variety of settings including oncology, diagnostic radiology, the clinical laboratory, and pharmacology. Focuses on the reading, analyzing, and use of clinical research and literature to explore advanced topics in medical terminology and the diseases and conditions of medical science. Emphasizes written and verbal presentation of the findings of individual and group student research projects. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp or Su as needed. Prerequisite: HM121.	3
HS101	Addiction Pharmacology and Physiology Explains how alcohol and other drugs are processed in the body and the brain (pharmacology). Includes information on the physiological effects of alcohol and other drugs (AOD) on the human body and the possible implications for the treatment and prevention of problems that arise from their use. Attendance requirements: 4 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	4
HS150	Personal Effectiveness for Human Service Workers Develops knowledge and skills to improve personal effectiveness. Uses individual and small group exercises to improve skills in self-awareness, communication, values clarification, problem solving, and conflict management. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W Prerequisite: Admission to Human Services program, recommended concurrent enrollment in HS154 and HS170.	3
HS154	Community Resources Explores the history and values that are the basis of present community resources designed to meet the needs of people experiencing specific barriers in their life. Familiarizes students with local social service agencies/organizations and provides a process for making appropriate referrals to these services. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W Prerequisite: Recommended concurrent enrollment in HS150 and HS170 for Human Services program students.	3
HUM259	Death and Dying Introduces the study of death and dying. Students will compare and contrast historical and modern attitudes toward death and dying found in literature, rituals, religion, philosophy, film, medico-legal issues, and in the process clarify their attitudes and values. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp.	3
MED128	Introduction to Medical Science Attendance requirements: 4 class and 3 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: Prerequisite: Second-term standing in the Medical Office Assisting program with a grade of C or better in all required courses.	5
MTH243	Probability and Statistics 1 Introduces descriptive statistics. Covers data analysis, regression and correlation, counting and probability, common probability distributions, sampling, confidence intervals, and one-sample hypothesis testing. Attendance requirements: 4 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MTH111 or equivalent.	4
PSY101	Psychology of Human Relations Explores basic principles of psychology necessary for enhancing self-understanding, effective communication, and development of positive interpersonal relationships. Covers developing emotional well-being, determining values and setting goals, and dealing with problems and changes in interpersonal relations resulting from an individual's growth and development. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
PSY201	General Psychology - Biological Emphasis Focuses on psychology as a science stressing history, methodology, the biological foundations of behavior, human development, sensation, and perception. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
WR227	Technical Writing Covers writing a variety of reports. Addresses issues of organization, supplements, bibliography, illustration, and document design. Emphasizes detailed, factual content, objective presentation, and a defined purpose for specific readers. For some programs, WR227 is the only writing course required at Chemeketa other than WR121. Therefore, there is a research component to the course that incorporates formal documentation. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in WR121 or BA214.	3
	Foreign Language	3

COM051, WR115, WR121, MTH052, MTH062, MTN081, PSY101, PSY104 meet related instruction requirement.

Chemeketa Community College Catalog 2006-2007

Updated March 2007 by the College Advancement Department.

Emergency Medical Technology—Paramedic

Program outcomes

Emergency Medical Technology Associate of Applied Science

Emergency Medical Technology
^{Associate of Applied Science}