Paramedic, AAS

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My Academic Plan (MAP) - Paramedic
Degree: Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Major Code: 0470
Advising: KC Jones, Program Director; (870) 391-3125, kcjones@northark.edu
Advising Center: M184 South Campus; (870) 391-3115

This MAP serves as a guideline to graduate in 6 semesters. The Key Milestones/Prerequisites listed for each semester highlight significant achievements that must be completed in the degree track. Students who do not follow the six semester plan and/or who do not complete identified milestones may jeopardize their financial aid (if applicable) and/or delay graduation. Please refer to the Northark catalog or advisor for any changes or modifications which may have occurred after the publication of this document.

Program Application Required: Yes
Contact KC Jones, Paramedic Program Director (see above)

Academic Preparedness

Northark recognizes the important connection between student success and academic preparedness. Students may be required to complete one or more of the following courses before enrolling in college level courses. Summer and/or intercession courses may be required to graduate within 6 semesters. Developmental course credits earned do not count towards degree completion requirements.

Paramedic

This degree is for paramedics who desire a leadership role in their chosen field. Directors, shift supervisors, and EMS instructors would benefit from this degree. Candidates working on a Bachelor’s Degree in Emergency Management or a Bachelor’s in EMS would find this study essential. This course follows the Department of Transportation National EMS Education Standards and instructional Guidelines.

MAT or ET 1134 will not be accepted as an option for the math requirement in this program.

Admission
Prospective students must:

be accepted as a student in the college
be accepted into the Paramedic Program
be 18 years of age
have a high school diploma or GED certificate
be in good health
have a current Arkansas EMT certification or be in the testing phase
be currently certified in AHA Health Care Provide CPR
have completed ACT and/or the COMPASS test and have scores sent to Northark
have all immunization records on file
have two written recommendations
carry malpractice insurance which is obtained each semester when paying fees
have a minimum grade of “C” in each prerequisite course and in each course required in the Paramedic Program.

Students should consult the Allied Health counselor concerning admission requirements. A grade of “C” or above is required in all major core courses in order to progress within the program.

Possible Prerequisite Courses

CP 0816 - Introduction to Language Credits: 6
CP 0912 - College Reading Credits: 2
CP 0913 - Fundamentals of Language Credits: 3
CHEM 1214 - Fundamentals of Chemistry Credits: 4 or
(waived for HS Chemistry with B or better in both semesters)
BIOL 1014 - General Biology Credits: 4 or
BIOL 1434 - Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology Credits: 4
required for A&PI

Note

Students must complete each required course in the remainder of this MAP with a minimum grade of “C” to obtain this degree.

Students begin in the Pre-Allied Health Technical Certificate. Required courses (bold) from the Pre-Allied Health Technical Certificate are to be completed prior to program entry include:

Semester 1 (Fall)

CIS 1103 - Introduction to Information Technology Credits: 3
ENGL 1013 - English Composition I Credits: 3
MAT 1011 - Mathematics for Career and Technology I Credits: 1 (R) and
3 Hours of Math Required Math is a prereq to Chemistry unless Chemistry taken in HS with B or better 2 semesters
MAT 1012 - Mathematics for Career and Technology II Credits: 2 (R) or
MAT 1123 - Mathematics for Career and Technology III Credits: 3 or higher@
BIOL 2214 - Anatomy and Physiology I Credits: 4 (R)
Absolute Prereq. Requires Fundamentals of Chemistry (waived for HS Chemistry with B or better in both semesters) or General Biology for majors, or Fundamentals of A & P; required for A&P I.

Total Credits: 13

Semester 2 (Spring)

BIOL 2224 - Anatomy and Physiology II Credits: 4 (R)
Absolute Prereq for acceptance into program
MM 1303 - Human Relations Credits: 3 or
PSYC 2003 - General Psychology Credits: 3
ENGL 1023 - English Composition II Credits: 3 or
ENGL 1033 - Technical Report Writing Credits: 3
ALDH 1042 - Medical Terminology Credits: 1-3 (R)
Absolute Prereq for acceptance into program
ALDH 2003 - Pharmacology Credits: 3 (R)
Absolute Prereq for acceptance into program
ALDH 1051 - Cardiac Arrhythmia Credits: 1 (R)
Absolute Prereq for acceptance into program

Total Credits: 16

Students who complete the above Pre-Requisites and have a Certified EMT-B or have completed EMS 1105 - Emergency Medical Technology & EMS 1102 - Emergency Medical Technology Practicum are ready to apply to the Paramedic Program.
Upon written program acceptance, the following EMS courses are taken. Failure of any EMS course prevents progression in the program. EMS courses must be taken in the following sequence:

Semester 3 (Fall)

EMS 1103 - Preparatory Credits: 3
EMS 1303 - Patient Assessment Credits: 3
EMS 1314 - Medical Emergencies I Credits: 4
EMS 1521 - Introduction to Clinical Areas Credits: 1
EMS 1631 - Paramedic Skills Lab I Credits: 1

Total Credits: 12

See advisor for recommendations for possible Bachelor program courses.

Semester 4 (Spring)

EMS 1325 - Medical Emergencies II Credits: 5
EMS 1423 - Special Considerations Credits: 3
EMS 1542 - Paramedic Clinical Practicum I Credits: 2
EMS 1561 - Introduction to Field Internship Credits: 1
EMS 1632 - Paramedic Skills Lab II Credits: 2

Total Credits: 13

See Advisor for recommendations for possible Bachelor program courses.

Semester 5 (Summer I)

EMS 1354 - Trauma Management Credits: 4
EMS 1551 - Paramedic Clinical Practicum II Credits: 1
EMS 1641 - Paramedic Skills Lab III Credits: 1

Total Credits: 6

Semester 6 (Summer II)

EMS 1564 - Field Internship Credits: 4

Total Credits: 4

Grand Total Credits: 64

ET 1134 (previously MAT 1134) Applied Algebra & Trigonometry will not be accepted as an option for the Math requirement for this program.