EMS 173B - Paramedic Field Internship

Credits: 3

Description
Field internship allowing students to practice and apply advanced life support knowledge and skills. Each student will be a third person on a Paramedic rescue unit and will work directly with a Paramedic preceptor.

Student Learning Outcomes

Display and apply aggregate knowledge and practices of the NREMT Paramedic.
Discuss and apply current NREMT standards and practices for advanced trauma care.
Discuss and apply current NREMT standards and practices for advanced medical care.
Display appropriate attitude and compassion toward patients, coworkers and other health care professionals.
Work in a team atmosphere and function as a team leader when called upon.
Project a positive and professional demeanor while in the practicum setting.

Prerequisite: Completion of CSN Paramedic training to date; local provisional Paramedic Certificate; and six months of 911 transport experience
Corequisite: None

Graded: Pass/Fail