Catalog 05-06 - NHTI - Concord's Community College

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While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs.HEALTHHealth ProgramsParamedic Emergency MedicineNew Hampshire Technical Institute’s Associate in Science with amajor in Paramedic Emergency Medicine combines a unique blend ofparamedic courses, general education requirements, specialty certificationsand diverse hospital and pre-hospital experiences. NHTI studentshave the opportunity to work with some of New England’s finest hospitaland pre-hospital affiliates.Program emphasis is placed on the development of paramedic knowledgeand theory, practical skills application, interpersonal skills, and theprofessional behaviors required of the entry level paramedic. The developmentof leadership skills, individual professional growth, and academicachievement are integral parts of the program.The degree of Associate in Science with a major in Paramedic EmergencyMedicine is awarded upon successful completion of the program.Please refer to page 83 for suggestions on transferring to other institutions.FIRST YEARFALL SEMESTERCL LAB CRBI 195 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 2 4EN 101 English Composition 4 0 4# PM 117 Physical Assessment 2 0 2# PM 142 Cardiology I 2 0 2# PM 150 Advanced Trauma 3 0 3# PM 161 Integration Lab I 0 3 116SPRING SEMESTERBI 196 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 2 4MT 129 Math for Allied Health 3 0 3# PM 111 Paramedic Procedures 1 3 2# PM 125 Pharmacology 3 0 3# PM 135 Medical Emergencies 3 0 3# PM 162 Integration Lab II 0 3 1# PM 244 Advanced Cardiology 2 0 218SUMMER SEMESTER# PM 190 Introduction to Clinical Environment 1 0 1# PM 194 Hospital Clinic 0 18 56Curriculum for students entering program in 2005-06.NHTI Alumni ProfileRyan PouliotClass of 2002Major: ParamedicEmergency MedicineRyan is currently employed atGreater Lowell Emergency MedicalServices in Lowell, Massachusettsand “absolutely loves workingthere.”“The paramedic program at NHTI carries a reputation in the EMS communitythat excels far beyond other programs. The education offers opportunitiesand advantages that speak for themselves in the field.”SECOND YEARFALL SEMESTERCL LAB CRBI 222 Pathophysiology 3 0 3# PM 163 Integration Lab III 0 2 1# PM 200 Introduction to the Field Experience 1 0 1# PM 201 Special Populations 3 0 3# PM 296 Field Clinical I 0 9 3PY 105 Introduction to Psychology 3 0 314SPRING SEMESTEREN 120 Communications 3 0 3IT 102 PC Applications 3 0 3# PM 164 Integration Lab IV 0 2 1# PM 210 Field Operations 2 0 2# PM 278 Advanced Paramedic Practice 2 0 2# PM 297 Field Clinical II 0 9 3XX xxx Humanities/Fine Arts/ForeignLanguage Elective 3 0 317TOTAL CREDITS 71# Indicates major field courseHealth, Character and Technical Standards, on page 48.Specific Admission Requirements1. High school level courses in Biology and Chemistry (with labs) completed with grades of “C” or higher;2. Algebra I completed with a grade of “C” or higher or NHTI’s MT 103 and MT 104 both with grades of “C” or higher;3. Submit copy of National Registry or State EMT;4. Submit copy of current BCLS/CPR card;5. Letter of recommendation from EMS supervisor;6. Submit documentation of at least 100 completed field calls using Option 1 or Option 2. These requirements are designed to verify thatyou have had sufficient BLS experience and that you have served as the Team Leader prior to the start of your program. (Contact eitherthe Paramedic Department or Admissions Office for the Options Packet.)a. OPTION 1: Please have your EMS officer complete the verification letter;b. OPTION 2: You must complete 100 calls (that have patient contact). Of the 100 calls you must complete 25 of the required formsattesting to your serving as the Team Leader. For each team leader role also complete the Run Report Form;7. A personal interview with the Department Admissions Committee;8 Students who do not meet the EMT requirements and required field calls may want to consider the Paramedic Emergency Medicine Preparation Tracklocated on page 47;9. Must be 18 years of age or older.46Though this curriculum is designed to be completed in the format listed, students may choose to take more time, depending on their individualcircumstances. Students who anticipate taking more time to complete the program are strongly encouraged to consult with their department head at thetime of registration each semester to ensure that prerequisite requirements are met and course selection is appropriate.