EMS Professions, diploma (EP12)
Students who complete the EMS Professions diploma will be able to fluidly move into the paramedicine program at the diploma level. Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians AEMT certification examination and to apply for Georgia licensure as an AEMT. The primary focus of the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is to provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system. Criminal background checks and drug screens may be required based on the requirements for participation in clinical experiences. Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians AEMT certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure as an AEMT.
Curriculum
All pre-requisite courses and occupational courses must be successfully completed with a grade of C or better.
General Core
Fundamental Occupational Core
| ALHS 1011 | Structure and Function of the Human Body | 5 |
| ALHS 1090 | Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 7 |
Specific Occupational Core
| EMSP 1110 | Introduction to the EMT Profession | 3 |
| EMSP 1120 | EMT Assessment/Airway Management and Pharmacology | 3 |
| EMSP 1130 | Medical Emergencies for the EMT | 3 |
| EMSP 1140 | Special Patient Populations | 3 |
| EMSP 1150 | Shock and Trauma for the EMT | 3 |
| EMSP 1160 | Clinical and Practical Applications for the EMT | 1 |
| EMSP 1510 | Advanced Concepts for the AEMT | 3 |
| EMSP 1520 | Advanced Patient Care for the AEMT | 3 |
| EMSP 1530 | Clinical Applications for the AEMT | 1 |
| EMSP 1540 | Clinical and Practical Applications for the AEMT | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 26 |
Total Credit Hours: 42
Must complete all non-EMSP courses prior to entering this program