Emergency Medical Services

Chadwick E. Massie, M.Ed., Paramedic, Coordinator
Phone: (419) 995-8228
Email: massie.c@rhodesstate.edu
Office: TL 162B

As important members of the healthcare team, paramedics perform a wide variety of functions both on and off the streets. The professional paramedic is qualified by education and certification to provide pre-hospital care under the supervision of a medical director. In addition, paramedics may also hold administrative duties within their organization.

Program Goals

Paramedic:

To prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills) and affective (behavior) learning domains with or without exit points at the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician and/or Emergency Medical Technician and/or Emergency Medical Responder levels.

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician:

To prepare competent entry-level Advanced Emergency Medical Technician in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills) and affective (behavior) learning domains.

Mission Statement

The Emergency Medical Services Program exists to prepare students as competent, professional emergency medical services providers.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate the ability to prioritize decisions and act quickly in the best interest of the patient.
Apply knowledge and skills necessary to treat a variety of patients in many different environments.
Adhere to the ethical and professional standards that govern the EMS profession.
Demonstrate effective communication skills with empathy and compassion.
Systematically collect and analyze patient data to effectively treat mechanism of injury or nature of illness.

Notice to Prospective or Current EMS Students

You are at risk if you have been convicted of a prior felony and/or some misdemeanors. You may not be able to participate in clinical education experiences at some hospitals or other clinical sites, therefore preventing you from completing the program. A criminal record may also prevent you from obtaining a license or certificate in your chosen healthcare profession.

Technical Standards
See here for details.

Tech Prep Partner
See here for details.

Associates Degree in Technical Studies with an emphasis in Fire Science

Individuals who wish to pursue an associated degree in technical studies utilizing their Fire Fighter training should contact the EMS program chair. College credit will be awarded for state certification in the following courses:

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
EMS 1150	Volunteer Firefighter	2
EMS 1160	Level I Transition Firefighter	4
EMS 1170	Level I Firefighter	5
EMS 1180	Level II Firefighter	5
EMS 1190	Fire Safety Inspector	3

See here regarding requirements for the Associate of Technical Studies.

Re-Entry into Certification Program

Students seeking re-entry to the Emergency Medical Services Program Paramedic Certification may be accepted one time on a space-available basis. A student who withdrew or was academically disqualified from the previous academic year must be in good standing with the College. Students must score a minimum of 80% on an EMS reentry exam.

Placement Testing

Please refer to the General Allied Health Qualifications section here.

“C” grade policy

A minimum 2.0 GPA is required for graduation.
A grade of “C” or higher must be achieved in all courses carrying the specific program prefix such as DHY, EMS, MAT, NSG, OTA, PNS, PTA, RAD, RES and SRG.
All programs and certificates require a grade of “C” (2.0) or better in required science courses and in required basic/related health science (BHS) courses as well as in selected general education and basic/related science courses (see program requirements).

All of the following required coursework needs to have been completed within five years of matriculation into a Health Sciences program or certificate.

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
BIO 1000	Basic Human Structure and Function	3
BIO 1110	Anatomy and Physiology I (The age requirement may be waived by the Program Chair or Coordinator if the applicant is currently working in a healthcare field. )	4
BIO 1120	Anatomy and Physiology II (The age requirement may be waived by the Program Chair or Coordinator if the applicant is currently working in a healthcare field. )	4
BIO 1400	Microbiology	4
BHS 1390	Medical Terminology	2
BHS 2110	Growth and Development: Lifespan	2
CHM 1120	Introductory Organic and Biochemistry	4
DTN 1220	Principles of Nutrition	2
NSG 1721	Pharmacology for Nursing	2

Criminal Background Checks and Drug Screening

To meet the expanding requirements of our clinical affiliates, both a criminal background check and a drug screen will be mandatory prior to clinical experiences for most students within the Division of Health Sciences and Public Service. Some program exceptions may apply. You are at risk if you have been convicted of a prior felony and/or some misdemeanors. Students with certain felony, misdemeanor, or drug-related convictions will be ineligible for admission into clinical experiences. A criminal record may also prevent you from obtaining a license or certificate in your chosen healthcare profession or to obtain employment post-graduation. Students admitted to a program containing off-campus clinical/practicum experiences will be required to submit to drug screening. Positive drug screenings may result in dismissal from all clinical courses. Any student who refuses/fails to cooperate or complete any required drug screening will be considered “positive” and dismissed from the clinical component of their program. All students requiring drug screening may be subject to random drug screens and for cause during the program.

Recommended High School Coursework

Students are encouraged to complete college prep classes in high school. Although not required, the courses provide a better understanding of college-level work. Recommended college prep courses include:
English: 4 units
Math: 4 units
Natural Science: 3 units
Social Science: 3 units

Health Insurance

The Division of Health Sciences and Public Service is committed to protecting students, faculty, and patients from infectious diseases during clinical practice and taking every reasonable precaution to provide a safe educational and work environment. All new students entering the health-related programs will be informed of the risks of blood-borne and other infectious diseases. Students with a high risk of infectious diseases should be aware of their own health status and risk of exposure to other students, employees, or patients involved in the clinical environment. All students are required to provide their own health insurance coverage for the duration of their program and be able to provide proof of insurance if requested.

Emergency Medical Services
Associate of Applied Science Degree

Structured Course Sequence (4 Semester Plan)

First Year
Fall		Hours
BIO 1110	Anatomy and Physiology I	4
BHS 1390	Medical Terminology	2
COM 1110	English Composition	3
MTH 1151	Quantitative Reasoning	3
SOC 1010	Sociology	3
SDE 1010	First Year Experience	1
	Term Hours	16
Spring
BHS 1330	Foundations in Pharmacology	1
BIO 1120	Anatomy and Physiology II	4
EMS 1580	EMT-Basic	7
PSY 1010 or SOC 1320	General Psychology or American Cultural Diversity	3
	Term Hours	15
Second Year
Fall
EMS 2210	Paramedic I	13
EMS 2215	Paramedic Clinical	2.5
	Term Hours	15.5
Spring
EMS 2220	Paramedic II	13
EMS 2225	Paramedic Field Experience	2.5
EMS 2260 	EMS Capstone	1
	Term Hours	16.5
	Total Hours	63

	Capstone Course

See General Education Requirements page for Capstone information.

Prerequisites:
Students should check course prerequisites before registering.

EMS 1040 — EMS Anatomy and Physiology

Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00

Demonstrates knowledge in basic human anatomy and physiology. Designed for students wishing to complete the Paramedic certification.

EMS 1120 — Advanced EMT

Credit Hours: 8.00 Total Contact Hours: 16.00 Lecture Hours: 6.00 Lab Hours: 2.00 Clinical/Other Hours: 8.00

Demonstrates both the cognitive and psychomotor skills required to challenge the NREMT Advanced EMT certification exam. This course meets the state required cognitive and didactic components of the Emergency Medical Technician Advanced curriculum as outlined and approved by the Emergency Medical Services Board in March of 2002. Topics to be covered include the assessment and management of medical and trauma emergencies. Advanced skills such as manual defibrillation, intravenous cannulation, and use of pharmacological agents for pain, respiratory emergencies and diabetic emergencies will be covered. Changes in State and Federal law and regulations may necessitate changes in this course. Students enrolling in this course must be certified as an EMT-Basic in the state of Ohio.
Prerequisites: Current Ohio EMT certification, Completion of EMS admission packet and all paperwork.

EMS 1150 — Volunteer Firefighter

Credit Hours: 2.00 Total Contact Hours: 2.67 Lecture Hours: 1.33 Lab Hours: 1.34

Demonstrates both the cognitive and psychomotor skills required to function as a volunteer firefighter. The basic training class is required by the state of Ohio for all new volunteer firefighters. Topics will include safety, fire behavior, personal protective equipment and much more. Participants are instructed that they cannot perform the duties of a firefighter or participate in live burn evaluations prior to obtaining state certification. Special Notes: All students are required to attend all scheduled classes, pass both a written and practical examination to successfully complete this course. To become certified, students must also pass the Division of EMS Volunteer Fire Exam. This course is offered at Apollo Career Center (Ohio Fire Charter Number 102) through articulated or dual enrollment at Rhodes State College, students must meet admission requirements set forth by Apollo Career Center and the state of Ohio, which include a felony/misdemeanor waiver statement. Students must be at least 18 years old. Interested students should contact the EMS Department Chair for schedule.

EMS 1160 — Level I Transition Firefighter

Credit Hours: 4.00 Total Contact Hours: 6.00 Lecture Hours: 3.20 Lab Hours: 2.80

Expands the cognitive and psychomotor skills learned in EMS 1150 to meet the requirement of the Level I Professional Firefighter. Special Notes. Students are required to attend all scheduled classes and pass both a written and practical examination to successfully complete this course. To become certified, students must also pass the Division of EMS Fire Exam. This course is offered at Apollo Career Center (Ohio Fire Charter Number 102) through articulated or dual enrollment at Rhodes State College. Course schedule is determined by Apollo Career Center. "C' grade policy applies.
Prerequisites: EMS 1150.

EMS 1170 — Level I Firefighter

Credit Hours: 5.00 Total Contact Hours: 8.00 Lecture Hours: 4.00 Lab Hours: 4.00

Meets all the NFPA Level I Fire Fighter course objectives. Topics include Fire Department Organization and Safety, Fire Alarm and Communications, Fire Behavior, Overhaul, Personal Protective Equipment/SCBA, Fire Hose, Appliances and Streams, Foam Fire Systems, Fire Control, Fire Cause and Origin, Rescue, Water Supplies, Fire Detection, Alarm, and Suppression Systems, Fire Prevention, Public Fire Education, and Fire Cause Determination, Building Construction, Forcible Entry, Ventilation and Tools, Ropes, Salvage, Fire Extinguishers, Ground Ladders, Emergency Medical Care, HazMat, ICS, Practical Evolutions, and Live Fire Training. Students are required to attend all scheduled classes and pass both a written and practical examination to successfully complete this course. To become certified, students must also pass the Division of E.M.S. Fire Safety Inspector examination. This course is offered through a cooperative agreement with Apollo Career Center Ohio Fire Charter Number 102.

EMS 1180 — Level II Firefighter

Credit Hours: 5.00 Total Contact Hours: 8.00 Lecture Hours: 4.00 Lab Hours: 4.00

Meets all the NFPA Level II Firefighter course objectives. Upon completion of this level the firefighter is certified as a Professional Firefighter II by the State of Ohio. Special Notes: Students are required to attend all scheduled classes and pass both a written and practical examination to successfully complete this course. To become certified, students must also pass the Division of EMS Fire Exam. This course is offered through a cooperative agreement with Apollo Career Center (Ohio Fire Charter Number 102). "C" grade policy applies.
Prerequisites: EMS 1170 or EMS 1150 and EMS 1160.

EMS 1190 — Fire Safety Inspector

Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 4.80 Lecture Hours: 2.80 Lab Hours: 2.00

Meets the standards for Fire Safety Inspector prescribed in H.B. 590. The student will gain the fundamental knowledge and skills to conduct fire safety inspections. Students will be introduced to various codes needed to develop a working knowledge of the inspection process. As such, each student should be familiar with the codes and standards in effect within the State of Ohio. Topics include the fire inspector's responsibilities and role in code enforcement, general fire prevention practices, competencies, life safety considerations, fire safety requirements related to HazMat; electrical systems; occupancy and fire protection systems. Course content is designed to meet certification requirements as established by the Ohio Department of Public Safety, and NFPA 1031-Fire Inspector Professional Qualifications. Students are required to attend all scheduled classes and pass both a written and practical examination to successfully complete this course. To become certified, students must also pass the Division of E.M.S. Fire Safety Inspector examination. This course is offered through a cooperative agreement with Apollo Career Center.

EMS 1580 — EMT-Basic

Credit Hours: 7.00 Total Contact Hours: 8.00 Lecture Hours: 6.50 Lab Hours: 1.50

Learn operation of an ambulance, transportation and care of patients, and how to determine the nature and extent of illness or injury. Advanced lifesaving skills, including intubation, automatic external defibrillation. Admission requirements: 18 years of age, current driver's license, high school diploma or GED. Students who successfully complete this course meet the requirements to be eligible to challenge the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, EMT-Basic Exam. Certification in the State of Ohio requires successful completion of the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, EMT-Basic Exam.

EMS 1990 — Independent Study in EMS

Credit Hours: 0.00 Total Contact Hours: 0.00

Provides the student the opportunity for in depth work on special topic within the field of Emergency Medical Services which the student was not able to pursue in the desired depth in the regular course offerings. During the first week of the semester the student is required to describe the proposed course of study in writing that he/she wishes to pursue. Such proposal must be submitted to the Department Chairperson for approval and student assignment to an Emergency Medical Services faculty member for oversight of the project. This course of independent study may be substituted for an elective course required for the AAS degree in Emergency Medical Services. This course is graded S/U.

EMS 2210 — Paramedic I

Credit Hours: 13.00 Total Contact Hours: 15.00 Lecture Hours: 11.00 Lab Hours: 4.00

Integrates comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pharmacology into the assessment and management of patients experiencing a medical emergency. Topics include EMS systems pharmacology, airway management, patient assessment, respiratory, obstetrics, gynecological and cardiovascular emergencies. 'C' grade policy applies.
Prerequisites: BHS 1390, BIO 1000 or (BIO 1110 and BIO 1120) or EMS 1040
Corequisites: EMS 2215.

EMS 2215 — Paramedic Clinical

Credit Hours: 2.50 Total Contact Hours: 13.50 Clinical/Other Hours: 13.50

Provides interactions with patients in the hospital setting under the direct supervision of a Licensed Health Care Professional or Physician. Introduction to specific psychomotor and cognitive objectives learned in EMS 2210 will be completed in this course. 'C' grade policy applies.
Prerequisites: BHS 1390, BIO 1000 or (BIO 1110 and BIO 1120) or EMS 1040
Corequisites: EMS 2210.

EMS 2220 — Paramedic II

Credit Hours: 13.00 Total Contact Hours: 16.00 Lecture Hours: 11.00 Lab Hours: 5.00

Integrates comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pharmacology into the assessment and management of patients experiencing an EMS emergency. Topics include Medical Emergencies: Neurologic, EENT, Abdominal/Gastrointestinal, Genitourinary, Renal, Endocrine, Hematologic, Immunologic, Infectious Diseases, Toxicology, Trauma, Environmental emergencies, and EMS Operations. "C" grade policy applies.
Prerequisites: EMS 2210, EMS 2215.
Corequisites: EMS 2225.

EMS 2225 — Paramedic Field Experience

Credit Hours: 2.50 Total Contact Hours: 13.50 Clinical/Other Hours: 13.50

Provides interactions with patients in the pre-hospital setting under the direct supervision of a certified Paramedic. Students will participate as a team leader beginning the 11th week of the term. Student will demonstrate competency in their ability to manage a patient in the emergent setting. "C" grade policy applies.
Prerequisites: EMS 2210, EMS 2215.
Corequisites: EMS 2220.

EMS 2260 — EMS Capstone 

Credit Hour: 1.00 Total Contact Hour: 1.00 Lecture Hour: 1.00

Integrates technical knowledge with core skills and abilities. Students in this course will complete a project that reflects their ability to manage an EMS department. The project will include the development of work schedules, training schedules and grant applications for training and equipment purchase. The course will include an e-portfolio assignment and an exit evaluation of critical thinking and writing.
Prerequisites: COM 1110.

EMS 2310 — Allied Health Professional to Medic

Credit Hours: 5.00 Total Contact Hours: 7.00 Lecture Hours: 4.00 Lab Hours: 3.00

Demonstrates proficiency in the psychomotor and cognitive objectives required by the State of Ohio to challenge the NREMT Paramedic Exam. To qualify for admissions the Licensed/Certified must have a current provider card in Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Education for Pre-Hospital Providers (PEPP), Trauma Nursing Care Course (TNCC), Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS), or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS); or Pre- Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS); an Ohio Basic EMT Certification and a Basic Health Care CPR card. Students in this course will meet all of Ohio's requirements to challenge the National Registry Exam at the Paramedic level. "C" grade policy applies.
Corequisites: EMS 2320.

EMS 2320 — Allied Health Professional to Medic Clinical

Credit Hours: 2.00 Total Contact Hours: 4.00 Clinical/Other Hours: 4.00

Demonstrates proficiency in the clinical and prehospital setting of the cognitive and psychomotor skills and objectives of EMS 2310. Classes and clinical time spent in preparation to become licensed in the student's field of expertise will be taken into consideration to fulfill the clinical requirements. This course graded S/U.
Corequisites: EMS 2310.

Once the student is admitted into the Emergency Medical Services program, the program admitted students must show completion of the below requirements prior to the first day of class start of term:

Be 18 years of age or older.
Possess valid current Ohio EMT Card.
Submit a high school transcript to the Office of Admissions.
Complete a physical examination including laboratory tests and completion of required immunizations.
Be able to meet the technical standards of the EMS program. These standards specify skills necessary to participate in learning activities and professional practice.
Complete an American Heart Association, BLS, Health Care Provider, CPR course prior to first day of class and must be kept current through certification course(s) completion.
Complete an interview with the Emergency Medical Services program chair or director of clinical education.

Accreditation

State:

The program is fully accredited by the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Medical Services. Ohio Accreditation Number 318.

Inquiries regarding accreditation should be directed to:

Ohio Department of Public Safety,
Division of Emergency Medical Services
1970 West Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43218
1-800-233-0785
http://ems.ohio.gov/

National: This program is fully accredited with the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for Emergency Medical Services Profession. Program #600609.

Inquiries regarding the Letter of Review should be directed to:

CoAEMSP
8301 Lakeview Parkway
Suite 111-212
Rowlett, TX 73088
Phone: 214-703-8445
www.coaemsp.org

Advanced EMT Certificate

Students interested in this certificate must first be certified as an Ohio EMT-Basic. Students completing the Advanced EMT-certificate are able to:

Challenge the NREMT exam and meet the certification standards set forth by the Ohio Board of EMS.
Perform all duties of an Advanced EMT.
Initiate advanced patient assessment and appropriate intravenous procedures and use specific pharmacological agents for pain, respiratory emergencies, and diabetic emergencies.

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
EMS 1120	Advanced EMT	8

Changes in the federal and state EMT-Advanced and Paramedic curriculums may necessitate changes to Rhodes State certificate programs.

Allied Health Profession to Paramedic Certification

These courses are designed to prepare the licensed health professional for a Paramedic Certification. Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and respiratory therapists are eligible to take this coursework. All candidates must have a minimum of two years clinical experience, preferably in a critical care setting; EMT-Basic certification from the state of Ohio; ACLS, PALS or PEPP; TNCC, BTLS or PHTLS; and an AHA BLS Health Care Provider Certification or its equivalent prior to enrollment.

Students completing the Allied Health Profession to Paramedic Certification courses will be able to challenge the NREMT Paramedic Exam and meet the certification standards set forth by the Ohio Board of EMS and perform all duties of an EMT-Paramedic.

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
EMS 2310	Allied Health Professional to Medic	5
EMS 2320	Allied Health Professional to Medic Clinical	2
Total Hours		7

Paramedic Certificate

(Ohio Accreditation #318) (subject to change)

Students interested in the Paramedic certificate must be certified as an Ohio EMT. Students completing the Paramedic certificate are able to:

Meet requirements to take the National Registry Paramedic examination.
Perform all duties of the Paramedic.
Initiate full cardiac monitoring, endotracheal intubation, perform manual defibrillation and synchronized cardioversion, perform appropriate drug therapy, relieve tension pneumothorax, and perform cricothyrotomy when authorized by a medical director.

Paramedic Certificate

First Year
First Semester		Hours
EMS 2210	Paramedic I	13
EMS 2215	Paramedic Clinical	2.5
	Term Hours	15.5
Second Semester
EMS 2220	Paramedic II	13
EMS 2225	Paramedic Field Experience	2.5
	Term Hours	15.5
	Total Hours	31

Prerequisite or corequisite: BHS 1390 Medical Terminology, EMS 1040 EMS Anatomy and Physiology or BIO 1000 Basic Human Structure and Function (min. grade “C”). These courses are prerequisites only, no co-requisite option.

Emergency Medical Services

Program Goals

Mission Statement

Program Learning Outcomes

Notice to Prospective or Current EMS Students

For More Information, Contact:

Re-Entry into Certification Program

Placement Testing

“C” grade policy

Criminal Background Checks and Drug Screening

Recommended High School Coursework

Health Insurance

Emergency Medical Services
Associate of Applied Science Degree

Structured Course Sequence (4 Semester Plan)

EMS 1040 — EMS Anatomy and Physiology

EMS 1120 — Advanced EMT

EMS 1150 — Volunteer Firefighter

EMS 1160 — Level I Transition Firefighter

EMS 1170 — Level I Firefighter

EMS 1180 — Level II Firefighter

EMS 1190 — Fire Safety Inspector

EMS 1580 — EMT-Basic

EMS 1990 — Independent Study in EMS

EMS 2210 — Paramedic I

EMS 2215 — Paramedic Clinical

EMS 2220 — Paramedic II

EMS 2225 — Paramedic Field Experience

EMS 2260 — EMS Capstone 

EMS 2310 — Allied Health Professional to Medic

EMS 2320 — Allied Health Professional to Medic Clinical

Accreditation

Advanced EMT Certificate

Paramedic Certificate

Paramedic Certificate

Print Options