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Emergency Medical Services

(including First Responder)

EMS 101

Emergency Medical Technician

Prerequisite: 18 years of age and COMPASS reading score of 78 or better or placement in ENG 101. Immunizations, CPR certification. Obtain information packet from Prairie State College Nursing department prior to start of course.

6 lectures, 2 lab hrs per week: 7 hrs credit

Care, handling, and extrication of the critically ill and injured is taught. Emphasis is on the development of student skills in recognition of symptoms of illnesses and injuries, and proper emergency care and procedures. Subjects covered include the human body, cardiac arrest, resuscitation, fractures, injuries, childbirth, lifting and moving patients, and extrication from automobiles.

 

EMS 200

Paramedicine I

Prerequisite: BIOL 221, 222 with C or better; concurrent enrollment in EMS 205, EMS 210, and EMS 215; consent of instructor

12 lectures per week: 12 hrs credit

This course introduces the field of paramedicine. Students study the roles and responsibilities of the pre-hospital care provider, medical/legal issues, ethics, principles of pathophysiology, pharmacology, medication administration, airways management and ventilation, patient assessment, trauma, and gynecological and obstetrical emergencies. Skill acquisition is integrated into the course of study.

 

EMS 205

Paramedicine: Field Practicum I

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EMS 200, EMS 210, and EMS 215

8 lab hrs per week: 2 hrs credit

This course allows students opportunities to perform or observe assessments and procedures learned in the classroom in a pre-hospital setting under the supervision of a licensed paramedic. Students focus on trauma, acute/chronic illness, and life threatening emergencies of various etiologies. They function as team members while riding with the assign ALS unit.

 

EMS 210

Paramedicine: Hospital Practicum

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EMS 200, EMS 205, and EMS 215

8 lab hrs per week: 2 hrs credit

This course allows students opportunities to perform or observe assessments and procedures learned in the classroom in various departments within a hospital setting. Students focus on trauma, acute/chronic illness, and obstetrics. They function as team members in the respective hospital units. Upon successful completion of the required activities and skill sets, students are able to advance to the Paramedicine II course and the final program practicums.

 

EMS 215

Paramedicine: Seminar I

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EMS 200, EMS 205, and EMS 210

1 lecture hour per week: 1 hour credit

This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to discuss their first-semester field and hospital-based experiences. It provides a forum to help insure the successful transition to the work world. Previously determined topics are discussed that go beyond the scope of the core curriculum. Students present small group projects based on real-world issues in pre-hospital care to the class that involve both written
and oral communication skills.

 

EMS 220

Paramedicine II

Prerequisite: EMS 200, 205, 210, 215 with a C or better

12 lectures per week: 12 hrs credit

This course is a continuation of Paramedicine I. Students study medical emergencies including, but not limited to: cardiac, neurology, endocrinology, allergies and anaphylaxis, gastrointestinal disorders, urinary and renal disorders, toxicology, hematology and environmental conditions, infectious and communicable diseases, and psychiatric disorders. Additionally, students focus on the use of the intravenous route of administration in all its
forms, pharmacology, and life span considerations from neonatal, to pediatrics and through gerontological considerations.

 

EMS 225

Paramedicine: Field Practicum II

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EMS 200, EMS 230, and EMS 235

8 lab hrs per week: 2 hrs credit

This course is a continuation of Field Practicum I. Students perform or observe assessments and procedures learned in the classroom in a pre-hospital setting under the supervision of a licensed Paramedic. This practicum focuses more heavily on care of the cardiac client and the standard medical orders related to the treatment of cardiac conditions. Related to treatment of cardiac conditions, students function as team members while riding with the assigned advanced life support (ALS) unit. This course must be completed successfully in
order to be eligible to write the state licensure exam.

 

EMS 230

Paramedicine: Leadership Practicum

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EMS 220, EMS 225, and EMS 235

8 lab hrs per week: 2 hrs credit

This course focuses on the management and leadership responsibilities of a professional paramedic. Students have a project based experience that introduces the paramedic to the role of instructor, EMS coordinator, quality assurance manager, and the like. Students are assigned to observe and assist various individuals who function in a management or leadership role in emergency pre-hospital care or the education of pre-hospital care providers. Assignments reflect hands-on experience related to the preceptor’s daily responsibilities. This experience also includes observational and hands-on experience with end-of-life and pastoral care.

 

EMS 235

Paramedicine: Seminar II

Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in EMS 220, EMS 225, and EMS 235

1 lecture hour per week: 1 hour credit

This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to discuss field and hospital-based experiences they encounter during the final semester of their core curriculum. It provides a forum to help insure the successful transition to the work world. Previously determined topics are discussed that go beyond the scope of the core curriculum. Students present group projects to the class that deal with leadership or staff development topics. This presentation requires the use of several instructional methodologies that match the topic being presented.

 

FRESP 101

First Responder

Prerequisite: None

2 lectures, 2 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs credit

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary in an emergency to sustain life, reduce pain and minimize the consequences of injury or of sudden illness until advanced medical help can arrive.