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Program: Emergency Medical Services
Emergency Medical Services -- Credential for Critical Care Professionals Enhanced Skills Certificate
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES -- CREDENTIAL FOR CRITICAL CARE PROFESSIONALSGainful Employment Information(Enhanced Skills Certificate) Brookhaven only
Degree Plan Code: ES.EMS.CRED/CRITICAL This award combines classroom teaching with supervised clinical and field experience for medical professionals seeking certification as a Paramedic with the Texas Department of State Health Services. The student will be introduced to patient assessment, airway, medical, pediatrics, obstetrics, geriatrics, and trauma management from a pre-hospital care perspective along with the psychomotor skills to support these activities. An associate's degree or higher in the health care discipline is required. Students must:
Student must have:
Upon successful completion of the first 48 contact hours section of the program, students are eligible to take the National Registry of EMT exam for the EMT basic level. Documentation of successful completion must be submitted prior to advanced-level clinical assignments (EMSP 2463). Those who are successful continue their course work for the award at the paramedic level. Completers are then eligible to take the exam for registration as a Paramedic through the National Registry of EMT. Upon successful completion of that examination, the student is eligible to apply for certification as a Paramedic in the State of Texas. Students must test, and earn, the EMT-Basic NREMT registration, or DSHS certification, during this course, AND prior to beginning the advanced clinical assignments (EMSP 2463). Students will attend two 24-hour ambulance basic-level internships; AND, when eligible, eight to ten, 24-hour MICU-ambulance advanced-level internships. Uniforms are required for clinical and internship sessions. Those who are Texas certified EMT's and enrolled in this program are also eligible for credit for EMSP 1501 and EMSP 1160 via credit-by-exam.
SEMESTER I
This degree plan includes updates that were added after it was originally published on June 9, 2014. New students who are entering the college for the first time should follow the version on this page. Show me the June 9, 2014, web published version. Show me what changed in 2014-2015. EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES -- EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN BASICGainful Employment Information(Level I Certificate) Brookhaven only
Degree Plan Code: C1.EMS.EMTBASIC.12 This Level 1 Certificate combines classroom teaching with supervised clinical and field experience for those seeking certification as an Emergency Medical Technician - Basic with the Texas Department of State Health Services. Upon successful completion of all course work for the certificate, the student is eligible to take the exam for registration as an Emergency Medical Technician - Basic through the National Registry of EMT. Upon successful completion of that examination, the student is eligible to apply for certification as an EMT-Basic in the State of Texas. Prerequisite: (1) A current certificate of completion of an American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support for Healthcare Providers (or equivalent) is required to enroll in any EMSP class and clinical/internships. (2) Demonstrated competency in DMAT 0090, DREA 0091, and DWRI 0091. A language elective particularly Spanish and American Sign Language are recommended for the professional EMS provider.
SEMESTER I
COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENT NOTE: +Language Elective - must be selected from the following:
MATH, ENGLISH, SPEECH REQUIREMENTS NOTE: Students must choose one math class from the list and one from the Speech/English list for a total of at least 6 credit hours. ++Speech OR English Elective - must be selected from the following:
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
This degree plan includes updates that were added after it was originally published on June 9, 2014. New students who are entering the college for the first time should follow the version on this page. Show me the June 9, 2014, web published version. Show me what changed in 2014-2015. EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES -- PARAMEDICINEGainful Employment Information(Associate in Applied Sciences Degree) Brookhaven only
Degree Plan Code: AAS.EMS.PARAMED.14 This award combines classroom teaching with supervised clinical and field experience for those seeking certification or license as a Paramedic with the Texas Department of Health Services. Applicants must:
Upon successful completion of all course work for the degree, the student is eligible to take the exam for registration as a Paramedic through the National Registry of EMT. Upon successful completion of that examination, the student is eligible to apply for certification or license as a Paramedic in the State of Texas. Texas certified EMTs enrolled in the Brookhaven College Paramedic Program are eligible for credit for EMSP 1501 and EMSP 1160 via credit-by-exam. Prerequisite: Documentation of successful completion of the National Registry of EMT exam must be submitted prior to registration. Paramedic candidates must show proof of more than six months of active (two or more patient encounters/24 hrs) EMS experience; OR have completed the BHC EMT basic program in the preceding two semesters; OR successfully completed (score of 70% or higher) the paramedic Entrance Exam administered through FISDAP. A current valid certificate of completion of an Emergency Care and Safety Institute, American Red Cross, or American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR) for Professional Rescuers/Healthcare Providers is required to enroll in any EMSP class and clinical/internships. Proof of completed immunizations are required. All candidates must submit, and pass, a criminal background check and a drug-screen at student's expense. A minimum grade requirement of "C" or better for ALL the courses in the Brookhaven College Paramedicine AAS is required.
PREREQUISITE SEMESTER
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
SEMESTER III
SEMESTER IV
+Speech or Foreign Language Elective - must be selected from the following:
++Humanities Fine Arts Elective - must be selected from the following:
A minimum grade requirement of "C" or better for ALL the courses in the Brookhaven College Paramedicine AAS is required. NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four year institution of their choice.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES -- PARAMEDICINEGainful Employment Information(Level I Certificate) BHC-Closed January 1, 2015.
Degree Plan Code: C1.EMS.PARAMED.12 This Level 1 Certificate plan combines classroom teaching with supervised clinical and field experience for those seeking certification (only) as a Paramedic with the Texas Department of State Health Services. Upon successful completion of all course work, the student is eligible to take the exam for registration as a Paramedic through the National Registry of EMT. Upon successful completion of that examination, the student is eligible to apply for certification as a Paramedic in the State of Texas. Texas certified EMTs enrolled in the Brookhaven College Paramedic Program are eligible for credit for EMSP 1501 and 1160 via credit-by-exam. Prerequisite: Completion of a Texas Department of Health Services and/or National Registry of EMT approved EMT course of studies is required to enroll in any paramedic-level EMSP class. A current Texas Department of Health Services EMT or higher certification is required to enroll in paramedic-level clinical/internships. Documentation of EMS certification must be submitted prior to the end of EMSP 1438. A current valid certificate of completion of an Emergency Care and Safety Institute, American Red Cross, or American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR) for Professional Rescuers/Healthcare Providers (or equivalent at the discretion of the program) is required to enroll in any EMSP class and clinical/internships. Prerequisite: Successful completion of SCIT 1407 or BIOL 2401 is required to enroll in EMSP 1438. Prerequisite: Successful completion of SCIT 1408 or BIOL 2402 is required to enroll in EMSP 2434. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EMSP 2260, EMSP 2261, and POFT 1301 is required to enroll in EMSP 2463. Corequisite: Successful completion or concurrent enrollment in EMSP 2143 is required to enroll in EMSP 2463. Corequisite: Successful completion or concurrent enrollment in POFT 1301 is required to enroll in EMSP 2444 or EMSP 2544. Corequisite: Successful completion or concurrent enrollment in SCIT 1408 or BIOL 2402 is required to enroll in EMSP 1356. A language elective particularly Spanish and American Sign Language are recommended for the professional EMS provider.
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
SEMESTER III
SEMESTER IV
Prerequisite: Completion of a Texas Department of Health Services and/or National Registry of EMT approved EMT course of studies is required to enroll in any paramedic-level EMSP class. A current Texas Department of Health Services EMT or higher certification is required to enroll in paramedic-level clinical/internships. Documentation of EMS certification must be submitted prior to the end of EMSP 1438. A current valid certificate of completion of an Emergency Care and Safety Institute, American Red Cross, or American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR) for Professional Rescuers/Healthcare Providers (or equivalent at the discretion of the program) is required to enroll in any EMSP class and clinical/internships. Prerequisite: Successful completion of SCIT 1407 or BIOL 2401 is required to enroll in EMSP 1438. Prerequisite: Successful completion of SCIT 1408 or BIOL 2402 is required to enroll in EMSP 2434. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EMSP 2260, EMSP 2261, and POFT 1301 is required to enroll in EMSP 2463. Corequisite: Successful completion or concurrent enrollment in EMSP 2143 is required to enroll in EMSP 2463. Corequisite: Successful completion or concurrent enrollment in POFT 1301 is required to enroll in EMSP 2444 or EMSP 2544. Corequisite: Successful completion or concurrent enrollment in SCIT 1408 or BIOL 2402 is required to enroll in EMSP 1356. Note: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four year institution of their choice. |
New students who are entering the college for the first time should follow the version on this page.
Show me the June 9, 2014, web published version.
Show me what changed in 2014-2015.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES -- PARAMEDICINE
(Level II Certificate)
Brookhaven only
- Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
- Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.
Degree Plan Code: C2.EMS.PARAMED.14
This award combines classroom teaching with supervised clinical and field experience for those seeking certification only as a Paramedic with the Texas Department of State Health Services.
Applicants must:
- Fulfill all requirements for admission to both the college and the EMS Program.
- Meet the State TSI requirements.
- Complete the prerequisite course in Anatomy and Physiology.
- Submit a completed admission application packet to the EMS program office at Brookhaven on or before the enrollment period deadline. Information appointments are available to further discuss the application process and required documentation for the program.
Upon successful completion of all course work, the student is eligible to take the exam for registration as a Paramedic through the National Registry of EMT. Upon successful completion of that examination, the student is eligible to apply for certification as a Paramedic in the State of Texas.
Texas certified EMTs enrolled in the Brookhaven College Paramedic Program are eligible for credit for EMSP 1501 and 1160 via credit-by-exam.
Prerequisite: Documentation of successful completion of the National Registry of EMT exam must be submitted prior to registration. Paramedic candidates must show proof of six months or more of active (two or more patient encounters/24 hrs) EMS experience; OR have completed the BHC EMT basic program in the preceding two semesters; OR successfully complete (score of 70% or higher) the paramedic Entrance Exam administered through FISDAP. A current valid certificate of completion of an Emergency Care and Safety Institute, American Red Cross, or American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR) for Professional Rescuers/Healthcare Providers is required to enroll in any EMSP class and clinical/internships.
Proof of completed immunizations are required. All candidates must submit, and pass, a criminal background check and a drug-screen at student's expense.
A minimum grade requirement of "C" or better for ALL the courses in the Brookhaven College Paramedicine Certificate is required.
| CREDIT HOURS |
PREREQUISITE SEMESTER
| SCIT 1407 | Applied Human Anatomy and Physiology I OR | 4 |
| BIOL 2401 | Anatomy and Physiology I | (4) |
| 4 |
SEMESTER I
| EMSP 1438 | Introduction to Advanced Practice | 4 |
| EMSP 1356 | Patient Assessment and Airway Management | 3 |
| SCIT 1408 | Applied Human Anatomy and Physiology II OR | 4 |
| BIOL 2402 | Anatomy and Physiology II | (4) |
| EMSP 2444 | Cardiology | 4 |
| 15 |
SEMESTER II
| MATH 1332 | Contemporary Mathematics I | 3 |
| EMSP 2260 | Clinical-Emergency Medical Technology/Technician(EMT Paramedic) | 2 |
| EMSP 1355 | Trauma Management | 3 |
| EMSP 2434 | Medical Emergencies | 4 |
| EMSP 2261 | Clinical-Emergency Medical Technology/Technician(EMT Paramedic) | 2 |
| 14 |
SEMESTER III
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| EMSP 2430 | Special Populations | 4 |
| EMSP 2338 | EMS Operations | 3 |
| EMSP 2143 | Assessment Based Management | 1 |
| EMSP 2463 | Clinical-Emergency Medical Technology/Technician(EMT Paramedic) | 4 |
| 15 |
| Minimum Hours Required | 48 |
Note: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four year institution of their choice.