EMT - Paramedic

Associate of Applied Science

Being a paramedic is not only a great way to make a positive change in the world, but it is a fulfilling career choice that presents a different set of challenges everyday.

In our program, you will learn how to assess medical situations, provide high-level emergency medical care and stabilize emergency patients. You also will learn how to provide advanced life support, including endotracheal intubation, cardiac arrhythmia recognition and intervention. The program also includes drug therapy, invasive procedures, advanced airway management and I.V. therapy.

Selective Admission program: Students must meet the preparatory coursework and any other prerequisites listed in Program Admission and apply to the program. Only the most qualified students are admitted to the program. See an advisor for details.

Accreditation: Information is found on the program Accreditation webpage.

Title IV Financial Aid eligible: Yes

Careers

Completing this program can lead to employment in a variety of different careers. Here are some examples of occupations related to this program with associated Pima County-based annual median wages. Some careers may require additional education or training. Source: EMSI

Occupation	Annual Median Wage
Paramedic	$37,814

Academic Options

This program may apply toward a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS). See an advisor

Program Requirements 2020-2021

General Education Requirements

A grade of C or better is required for graduation.

General Education Requirements	Credits
Communication Requirement    Recommend: WRT 101 or 154	3
Arts and Humanities Requirement	3
Social and Behavioral Science Requirement	3
Mathematics or Science Requirement   NOTE: Must meet the Math Competency	3
Other Requirement    Recommend: CMN 120	3
Special Requirement Fulfill the C or G requirement by taking an appropriate course in the above categories.    Recommend: CMN 120
Subtotal	15

Required Core Courses

A grade of C or better is required for graduation.

Course #	Course Title	Credits
EMT 170	ALS Operations	1.5
EMT 205	ALS Pharmacology and Medication Administration	3.5
EMT 214	ALS Advanced Special Considerations	2
EMT 218	Paramedic National Registry Preparatory Course	3
EMT 219	ALS Foundations	1
EMT 221	ALS Airway and Ventilation	2
EMT 222	ALS Patient Assessment and Assessment Based Management	2
EMT 223	ALS Trauma Emergencies and Systems	2.5
EMT 224	ALS Medical Emergencies	4
EMT 225	ALS Special Medical Considerations	2.5
EMT 227LC	ALS Practicum: Clinical lab - Emergency Room	1.5
EMT 228LC	ALS Practicum: Vehicular lab - Team Member	2
EMT 230	Basic ECG Interpretation	3
EMT 242	ALS Advanced Foundations	4
EMT 244	ALS Advanced Medical Emergencies	2.5
EMT 247LC	ALS Advanced Practicum: Clinical lab - Specialized Care	2
EMT 248LC	ALS Advanced Practicum: Vehicular lab - Team Lead Capstone	4
EMT 250	Advanced Cardiac Care	1
EMT 252	Pediatric Advanced Life Support	1
EMT 254	Advanced ECG Interpretation	2
EMT 295	ALS Independent Research	1
Subtotal		48
Total		63

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Paramedic Interest Program/Major Codes: AOA9ALA/9EMD

Program/Major Codes: AASEMD/EMD1

www.pima.edu/paramedic-aas