MATH 146 — Introduction to Trigonometry
Total Credits Required for Degree: 33 credits Emergency Medical Services/Paramedicine Paramedicine offers an exciting and challenging career within the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS). Paramedics are members of the health care team that provides advanced level care in the pre -hospital environment under the direction of a physician. Employment opportunities are available with municipal and private ambulances, fire departments, hospitals, clinics, and in industrial settings. Admission into the Paramedicine program requires that a student be a licensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) for six months with 50 documented EMS calls. Existing para medics may apply to have certain courses waived if working toward a degree. Students gain entry -level competency in many new skills, including comprehensive patient assessment, endotracheal intubation, intravenous therapy, medication administration, cardi ac rhythm interpretation, and defibrillation. Included in the curriculum (for additional fees) are certifications in ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support), and PHTLS (Pre -hospital Trauma Life Support). The program utilizes the National Standards for Paramedicine. The clinical component of the program consists of approximately 700 hours o f clinical time in a variety of settings including hospitals, medical facilities, and paramedic services. Students complete a portion of their field internship with a high volume EMS service in a major