EMS 120 - Paramedic Module I

10 Credits
Lecture: 8 Lab: 4

Paramedic - Module I is the first in a four-course sequence which, together with a hands-on internship, provides the intensive classroom training and clinical experience needed to become a licensed Paramedic in the state of Illinois. This module addresses the roles and responsibilities of the Paramedic in the pre-hospital healthcare delivery system. It covers an overview of human body systems, medical terminology and patient assessment; disaster scene and hazardous materials management; and the use of radio telemetry equipment to communicate findings and treatments to the hospital emergency department. This module focuses on advanced life support management techniques used in respiratory emergencies and in cardiac ECG monitoring; and cardiovascular management techniques, including cardioversion, external cardiac pacing and pharmacological therapies. A biology component is incorporated in this course. Students are required to complete clinical work in a hospital emergency department, in respiratory therapy and in an anesthesia/operating room, plus 15 patient contact hours in delivering pre-hospital care with an area ALS provider agency.

Note: Uniform requirements for clinical work are dark slacks (no jeans), dark shoes, departmental uniform shirt or white shirt with a collar and stethoscope. Upon successful completion of the course (i.e., 75% or higher) students are eligible to register for EMS 121 - Module II.

Articulation: 1.2

Prerequisite: Current CPR for Healthcare Providers; EMS 110 with current EMT-B licensure (6 months’ prehospital experience preferred); affiliation with a local ALS provider agency; successful completion of the program pretest and interview.
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