EMS5683 - Paramedic 3

12 hour(s)
Elective Type: Technical Elective
Description: This is the third course of the paramedic technical curriculum and continues to prepare the student for progression through the program. The student will continue to develop more complex depth and comprehensive breadth in the principles and practice of paramedic-level patient care.

Students will be scheduled to perform in the hospital environment, psychiatric facilities and other healthcare sites approximately 40 hours each week. This class will typically require a minimum of 11 12 weeks, depending upon clinical scheduling requirements. Nursing and other specialty units may be utilized, including but not limited to: Intensive Care Units, Operating and Post Anesthesia Recovery Room, Emergency Departments, Labor and Delivery Rooms, Pediatric Units, Psychiatric Unit, Endoscopy Lab, and Respiratory Therapy.

Prerequisite(s): EMS5682 - Paramedic 2

Course Outcomes/Procedures: EMS5683 Paramedic 3 Course Procedure