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D O Ñ A A N A C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E<br />

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EMT–Paramedic: Applicants will be judged according to the following<br />

criteria and submissions:<br />

• Copy of current <strong>New</strong> <strong>Mexico</strong> state EMT–Basic or EMT–Intermediate<br />

license<br />

• Written, oral, and practical assessment exams at the EMT–Basic<br />

or EMT–Intermediate level, depending on current licensure<br />

• Score on HOBET Exam<br />

• Completion of basic anatomy and physiology course (OEHO<br />

140, 153, or 154; SP M 271; or equivalent)<br />

• Copy of current health care provider CPR card<br />

• High school and/or college transcript(s) and GPA<br />

• COMPASS/ACT scores in English and math<br />

• Completed departmental application, including résumé and<br />

letter of intent<br />

• Letters of recommendation<br />

• Completion of background check<br />

The EMT–Paramedic certificate program consists of a minimum of<br />

43 credits, while the associate of applied science degree program<br />

is a minimum of 72 credits in length. Students may take the general<br />

education courses for the associate of applied science degree at any<br />

time; however, courses listed in the “Program Requirements” section<br />

(which are common to both the associate degree and certificate<br />

programs) must be taken in the prescribed sequence. In order to<br />

progress through the program, students must meet specific departmental<br />

grading criteria in every course taken. This portion of the curriculum<br />

must be completed within a three-year period. Thus, those<br />

opting to study on a part-time basis are advised to plan carefully in<br />

order to take courses in the correct sequence.<br />

Students who are currently licensed in <strong>New</strong> <strong>Mexico</strong> at the EMT–Intermediate<br />

level may be allowed to take a proficiency exam in lieu<br />

of OEEM 150. Any student entering OEEM 150 must have a current<br />

<strong>New</strong> <strong>Mexico</strong> EMT–Basic license (see course descriptions for OEEM<br />

120 or OEEM 115 and 116.)<br />

Applications for the Paramedic program may be requested from the<br />

Health and Public Services Division office (room DAHL190, telephone<br />

527-7660) or directly from the EMS office (room DAMA72,<br />

telephone 527-7645).<br />

In order to graduate with a certificate or an associate degree, students<br />

must earn a C or better in all required courses (departmental<br />

and nondepartmental courses).<br />

Preparation for EMT–Basic Licensure (10 credits)<br />

This program makes possible rapid completion and quick entry into<br />

the workforce. Those who complete the program will be qualified<br />

to work in various settings within the emergency medical services<br />

field, including hospitals, ambulance services, and fire departments.<br />

The credits earned may also applied toward completion of the the<br />

EMT–Intermediate program and the associate degree in emergency<br />

medical services.<br />

Technical Requirements 10<br />

OEEM 101 CPR for the Health Care Provider 1<br />

OEEM 120 Emergency Medical Technician–Basic 6<br />

OEEM 120L Emergency Medical Technician–Basic Lab 2<br />

OEEM 121 Emergency Medical Technician– 1<br />

Basic Field/Clinical<br />

Preparation for EMT–Intermediate<br />

Licensure (8 credits)<br />

This program, which prepares students for EMT–Intermediate licensure,<br />

is also designed for those who desire to enter the workforce<br />

quickly. Graduates will be qualified to work in various settings<br />

within the emergency medical services field, including hospitals,<br />

ambulance services, and fire departments. Credits earned in this<br />

program also apply toward the associate degree in emergency medical<br />

services.<br />

Prerequisites<br />

1. <strong>New</strong> <strong>Mexico</strong> <strong>State</strong> Emergency Technician–Basic Licensure<br />

2. Successful completion of pre-entrance examination<br />

3. Documentation of rubella test within the last twenty<br />

years and tuberculin test with expiration date past end of<br />

semester<br />

Technical Requirements<br />

9 credits<br />

OEEM 150 Emerg. Med. Tech.–Intermediate 5<br />

OEEM 150L Emerg. Med. Tech.–Intermed. Lab 2<br />

OEEM 151 Emergency Medical Technician– 2<br />

IntermediateField/Clinical<br />

Paramedic Certificate (43–49 credits)<br />

Students pursuing the paramedic certificate take only the technical<br />

requirements listed for the associate degree in Emergency Medical<br />

Services.<br />

Associate Degree (74 credits)<br />

NOTE: Courses appearing in italics may be applied toward a bachelor’s<br />

degree at NMSU.<br />

OR<br />

OR<br />

OR<br />

OR<br />

OR<br />

OR<br />

OR<br />

Core Requirements<br />

16 credits<br />

COMM 265G Principles of Human Communication 3<br />

COMM 253G Public Speaking<br />

OEHO 101 Communications for Health<br />

ENGL 111G Rhetoric and Composition 4<br />

ENGL 203G Business & Prof. Communication 3<br />

ENGL 218G Technical & Scientific Communication<br />

BOT 209 Business & Technical Communication<br />

OECS 105 Intro. to Microcomputer Technology<br />

MATH 120 Intermediate Algebra 3<br />

OEHO 116 Math for Health Occupations<br />

PSY 201G Introduction to Psychology 3<br />

SOC 101G Introductory Sociology<br />

Related Requirements<br />

13 credits<br />

OEBU 140 Principles of Supervision I 3<br />

OEHO 120 Medical Terminology 3<br />

Choose option A or B below: 4<br />

A. OEHO 140 Essentials of <strong>Ana</strong>tomy & Physiology (4 cr.)<br />

B. SP M 271 Sports Medicine <strong>Ana</strong>tomy (3 cr.)<br />

AND SP M 271L Sports Med. <strong>Ana</strong>t. I Lab (1 cr.)<br />

Approved elective 3

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