2010-11 Course Catalog - Century College

opportunity to observe and provide paramediclevelinterventions. Obtaining PALS andPEPP provider certification is a componentof this course. Students must be able toperform physical tasks to complete courserequirements.Prerequisite: Completion of EMSE 1161with a grade of “C” or higher; MinnesotaHuman Services background study with norestrictions; current AHA BLS HealthcareProvider certification; current state EMTcertification; required immunizations; currenthealthcare insurance; valid driver’s license;driver’s license check passed according toMnSCU policy. Recommendation: Basic wordprocessing skills.Paramedic Preparation and AssessmentEMSE 1170 2 CreditsThis course assesses the paramedic student’sadvanced skills in preparation for fieldexperience and National Registry practicaltesting. Students will also be introducedto best practices in job seeking and careerplanning in the EMS profession. Studentsmust be able to perform physical tasks tocomplete course requirements.Prerequisite: Completion of EMSE 1148,EMSE 1164, EMSE 1166 with a grade of“C” or higher. Minnesota Human Servicesbackground study with no restrictions; currentstate EMT certification; current AHA BLSHealthcare Provider certification; requiredimmunizations; current healthcare insurance;valid driver’s license; driver’s licensecheck passed according to MnSCU policy.Recommendation: Basic word processingskills.Advanced Life Support Practicum IEMSE 1175 3 CreditsThis practicum provides the student withopportunities for entry-level paramedic carewith a high-volume metropolitan ambulanceprovider. Under instructor and preceptorguidance, the student will synthesize andapply theories and skills learned throughoutthe program. Emphasis will be placed uponteam leading, critical thinking, prioritization,assessment, therapeutic communication, andlife-saving interventions. Students must beable to perform physical tasks to completecourse requirements.Prerequisite: Completion of EMSE 1170with a grade of “C” or higher; MinnesotaHuman Services background study with norestrictions; current state EMT certification;current AHA BLS Provider certification;required immunizations; current healthcareinsurance; valid driver’s license; driver’slicense check passed according to MnSCUpolicy. Recommendation: Basic wordprocessing skills.Advanced Life Support Practicum IIEMSE 1176 3 CreditsThis practicum provides the student withopportunities for entry-level paramedic carewith a community-based ambulance provider.Under instructor and preceptor guidance, thestudent will synthesize and apply theoriesand skills learned throughout the program.Emphasis will be placed upon team leading,critical thinking, prioritization, assessment,therapeutic communication, and life-savinginterventions. Students must be able toperform physical tasks to complete courserequirements.Prerequisite: Completion of EMSE 1170with a grade of “C” or higher; MinnesotaHuman Services background study with norestrictions; current state EMT certification;current AHA BLS Provider certification;required immunizations; current healthcareinsurance; valid driver’s license; driver’slicense check passed according to MnSCUpolicy. Recommendation: Basic wordprocessing skills.Advanced Life Support Practicum IIIEMSE 1177 3 CreditsThis practicum provides the student withopportunities for entry-level paramedic carewith specialty providers which may includepolice departments, fire departments, criticalcare transportation, and fixed or rotary wingair ambulances. Under instructor and preceptorguidance, the student will synthesize andapply theories and skills learned throughoutthe program. Emphasis will be placed uponteam leading, critical thinking, prioritization,assessment, therapeutic communication, andlife-saving interventions. Students must beable to perform physical tasks to completecourse requirements.Prerequisite: Completion of EMSE 1170with a grade of “C” or higher; MinnesotaHuman Services background study with norestrictions; current state EMT certification;current AHA BLS Provider certification;7 Course Descriptionsrequired immunizations; current healthcareinsurance; valid driver’s license; driver’slicense check passed according to MnSCUpolicy. Recommendation: Basic wordprocessing skills.Integration and Transition to theParamedic RoleEMSE 1180 1 CreditThis course is designed to synthesize andassess the paramedic student’s hospitaland ambulance experiences. Emphasiswill be placed upon preparation for theNational Registry Computer-Based Test (CBT)and regulatory requirements for the EMSprofession.Prerequisite: Completion of EMSE 1175,EMSE 1176, and EMSE 1177 with a gradeof “C” or higher; Minnesota Human Servicesbackground study with no restrictions; currentstate EMT certification; current AHA BLSProvider certification; current healthcareinsurance; valid driver’s license; driver’slicense check passed according to MnSCUpolicy. Recommendation: Basic wordprocessing skills.Emergency MedicalServices – ParamedicNote: Prior to registering for any EMSPcourse students must attend a newstudent orientation session.Introduction to ParamedicsEMSP 1041 5 CreditsThis course introduces the student to the roles,responsibilities, and ethics of a paramedic. Itintegrates a comprehensive understanding ofthe EMS systems, medical-legal issues, andthe safety and well-being of a paramedic. Anoverview of medical terminology, acid-basebalance, and the anatomy and physiology ofthe human body is also emphasized. Studentsmust be able to perform physical tasks tocomplete course requirements.Prerequisite: Minnesota Human Servicesbackground study with no restrictions;current AHA BLS for the HealthcareProvider certification; current State EMTcertification; current healthcare insurance;valid driver’s license; driver’s license651.779.3300 137