Paramedic Certificate
HEGIS Code 5299
SUNY Code 1293
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Employment of Paramedics is expected to grow much faster than average for all occupations through the year 2014. Much of this growth will occur as positions change from volunteer to paid positions. Also driving the growth will be an expanding population, particularly in older age groups that are the greatest users of emergency medical services, and due to replacement needs in the profession. Most opportunities for paramedics are expected to arise in hospitals and ambulance services.
Those with the advanced certification of Paramedic will enjoy the most favorable job prospects as clients and patients demand higher levels of care before arriving at the hospital.
Earnings for the paramedic ranges from $19,970 to $45,280 depending on the employment setting, geographic location, and the individual training and experience (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2006).
Of the EMT classifications, Paramedics provide the most extensive prehospital care. Paramedics are trained to care for patients at the scene of an accident and while transporting patients by ambulance to the hospital under medical direction. They have the emergency skills to assess a patient’s condition and manage respiratory, cardiac, and trauma emergencies. Paramedics also administer intravenous fluids, use manual defibrillators, apply advanced airway techniques and equipment, administer drugs orally and intravenously, interpret electrocardiograms (EKGs), perform endotracheal intubations, and use monitors and other complex equipment.
THE PROGRAM
The primary goal of the JCC paramedic curriculum is to prepare an individual to become a competent entry-level paramedic. Upon successful completion of the program, the student has fulfilled the educational requirements to take the New York State Health Department paramedic-level practical and written examinations. Students will also be eligible to sit for the National Registry examination.
The paramedic program is an intense program that prepares students to handle the rigors of providing emergency medical care, sometimes in the face of extreme conditions. The JCC paramedic program is designed to prepare the student by providing insightful lectures, practical laboratory sessions, and practical clinical experiences. The student should be prepared to spend several hours each week on class work, studying, and clinical rotations. The program is both intense and rewarding for individuals with the desire to practice pre-hospital emergency medicine.
Applicants for Admission
Applicants for admission to the paramedic curriculum must meet the admission standards of JCC and New York State Department of Health. All applications will be considered competitively. Students planning to enter the paramedic program must have a current Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-B) certification and a valid cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) card. These certifications must remain valid throughout the program. An applicant must also be a high school graduate or have a GED. Students planning to enter the paramedic program need to meet minimum competencies in reading and mathematics. Although not required, having had courses in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and biology are helpful. The program is two academic years in length.
Any student who has applied for the paramedic program will be considered for the next scheduled class start. All classes start in the fall semester.
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
All certificate requirements and courses listed are effective Fall of 2005 and are subject to change.
| Credit Hours | |
|---|---|
| Requirements (36 Credit Hours): | |
| EMS 150: EMT - Intermediate | 7 |
| EMS 170: EMT - Critical Care | 8.5 |
| EMS 250: Paramedic 1 | 11 |
| EMS 270: Paramedic 2 | 8.5 |
| EMS 275: Paramedic Field Summative Evaluation | 1 |
| TOTAL | 36 |
This program is available for part-time study only and takes two years (four consecutive semesters) to complete. It is only available in the "Not Full-Time" format.
The curricula offered by the College require certain Liberal Arts core courses in the area of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Science or Mathematics. The following indicates areas of study acceptable in meeting these requirements.
| Humanities: | American Sign Language, Art, English, Journalism, Modern Languages, Music, Philosophy, Speech, and Theater Arts. |
| Social Sciences: | Anthropology, Economics, Geography, History, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology |
| Science and Mathematics: | Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Physics, Science, and Mathematics |
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For further information regarding this program, please contact:
Jeannine Gomiela, Paramedic Program Coordinator
(315) 786-2244 jgomiela@sunyjefferson.edu
For application and admissions information please contact:
admissions@sunyjefferson.edu
Admissions Office (315) 786-2277
(or Toll Free 1-888-435-6522. Ask for Admissions.)
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