RN to Paramedic Bridge - Catalog & Student Handbook. Program Code: 2. 21- 1. Length: Two semesters. Purpose: This program is designed to address areas of the National Paramedic Curriculum not clearly addressed in RN curricula.
Degree/Certification & Program Length The Paramedic Program is three semesters (one year) of study for beyond the Emergency. REMSA’s Paramedic Program is 1328 hours in length and takes 14 months to complete. The Paramedic Program prepares. A summary of how long training to become a paramedic will take. Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic. Q: How long is the program? A: The Paramedic Program runs 15 to 18 months in length. During the first, second and third quarters, students meet for lectures and labs. Concentration will be placed on advanced airway management, pre- hospital patient assessment, trauma and medical emergency management. Pediatrics, hazardous material incidents, rescue and ambulance operations are also covered. The program will prepare the RN for the National Registry paramedic examination. Program Goals: At the completion of the program the graduate will be able to demonstrate. Meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by the Virginia Office of EMS2. Meet the college’s general admission requirements. Have a current Registered Nurse License. Have current EMT or higher EMS certification. Be currently “active” as an RN or EMS provider. Accreditation: This program is accredited nationally by the Committee on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP). Selection Process: To be eligible for admission to the program, interested persons should complete the following: 1. Submit a college admission application. Submit an application to the program (separate document) with required attachments. Submit proof of RN licensure and EMT certification. Have transcripts of previous college courses sent to the college. NOTE: This program is offered biannually until demand dictates otherwise. Program Requirements: Physical Requirements: An EMS provider is faced with many physical and psychological challenges. Please refer to the Office of Emergency Medical Services web site for a more detailed functional job description. Pages 1. 4- 1. 6. Academic Requirements: Students must make a “C” or better in all program core courses. Any student receiving a grade less than “C” will be placed on programmatic academic probation. That course shall be remediated. Remediated courses must be completed with a final grade of “C” or better. Clinical and Behavioral Requirements: Selected and supervised student experience is required by the program and will be accomplished at selected, regional health care facilities. The student is responsible for transportation to these facilities, as well as to any scheduled field trips. Program preceptors will observe and evaluate the student’s suitability for the profession. If the student does not exhibit those documented behaviors required of the EMS professional, the student might be asked to withdraw from the program. Other Requirements: Applicants accepted to the program are required to submit a health certificate signed by a licensed physician, physician’s assistant or RNP and should include documentation of measles, mumps, Rubella (MMR) and chicken pox exposure or inoculations; documentation of Hepatitis B inoculation; Tuberculosis testing; and overall general health of the applicant. A criminal background check and drug screening is also done to confirm compliance with state regulations. See pages 7- 8. The purchase of items such as uniforms, liability insurance and other accessories is the financial responsibility of the individual student. Students who elect to take support courses recommended by the Program Director prior to formal acceptance into the program will find this activity to be advantageous in subsequent course scheduling. Program Contact: Bill Akers Jr., MS, NREMTP, Program Director. Bill. Akers@sw. edu 2. Course Number. Course Title. Lecture Hours. Lab Hours. Course Credits. First Semester (Fall)EMS 1. Studies in RN to Paramedic I4. EMS 2. 90. Coord. Internship RN to Paramedic Clinical I0. TOTAL4. 36. Second Semester (Fall)EMS 2. Studies in RN to Paramedic II3. EMS 2. 90. Coord. Internship RN to Paramedic Clinical II0. TOTAL3. 35. Total Minimum Credits for the Career Studies Certificate in Registered Nurse to Paramedic Bridge 1.
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