Emergency Medical Technology Paramedic, TD

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Program Description

The Technical Diploma - Paramedic program is designed to prepare continuing students to sit for the National Registry as Paramedics to become certified in the state of Louisiana. Successful completion of EMSE 1101 and EMSE 1201 and National Registry as EMT is required for continuation into the paramedic courses. Students may choose to go to work as Paramedics or to continue immediately into the associate degree paramedic program. Students should note that some courses have prerequisites, which must be completed before enrolling in upper-level courses and continuing in the program. The curriculum complies with the Louisiana Department of Transportation’s standard curriculum recognized by the State Bureau of EMS.

Program Goals

To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for achieving Louisiana State certification and National Registry as Paramedics
To provide students with the necessary medical knowledge and skills to function as paramedics in a variety of settings

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing the Certificate of Technical Studies: Paramedic will

To prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains, with exit points at the Emergency Medical Technician level.
Cognitive Objective: Upon successful completion of this program, the student will demonstrate a working knowledge of clinical information and related topics, relevant to the practice of pre-hospital emergency medical care.
Psychomotor Objective: Upon successful completion of the program, the student will demonstrate an ability to competently and proficiently perform all paramedic level skills.
Affective Objective: Upon successful completion of this program, the student will demonstrate attitudes and behaviors consistent with the ethics and professionalism expected of paramedics.

Specific Degree Requirements

General Requirements

Students wishing to earn the Certificate of Technical Studies in EMT- Paramedic from South Louisiana Community College must:

Submit a History & Physical examination report certifying they are physically and emotionally fit for the program
Provide recent (less than one year) TB skin test or Chest x-ray
Submit proof of current immunizations
Pass a background check
Pass a drug screen
Possess a CPR card for Basic Life Support for HealthCare Providers
Purchase the required class and clinical uniform(s), and supplies as outlined by instructor
Adhere to HIPAA and other confidentiality clauses involving client care or clinical training.
Arrange transportation to clinical sites or any additional trainings or extra-curricular activities.
Provide evidence of hospitalization insurance to the EMSE departmental office during the first week of the semester when enrolled in clinical/field practicum
Adhere to policies prescribed by each clinical agency when involved in clinical or field experiences at that agency
Be 18 years old to sit for National Registry
Assume the cost of the National Registry EMT and Paramedic examination
Assume the cost of Louisiana State Certification Fees
Have a degree program adjusted SLCC cumulative average of 2.0.
Have earned at least 25 percent of the credit hours required for the degree through SLCC courses.
Have earned at least a “C” in each course unless stated by a specific program.
Have no more than one-third credit hours in required major courses and no more than 50 percent of credit hours total from non-traditional sources, Credit for Prior Learning (CPL), to meet the degree requirements, unless required by a specific program.
Have completed at least the number of credits stipulated in the degree program.

The EMSE Department reserves the right to limit enrollment in EMSE courses to ensure the efficient use of resources.

Special Conditions

Due to the nature of the Emergency Medical Services and the requirements placed on training by State and National agencies, the classroom, laboratory, clinical, and field experience hours may be longer in duration than anticipated. Employment opportunities may be limited for students with back problems or other medical or physical conditions which limit ability to lift or function in long periods of physical exertion (such as patient movement and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation).