EMSP 2115 - Principles of Paramedic I

An introduction to basic EMS knowledge, life span development, advanced level patient assessment, clinical reasoning, and the components of safe quality care. The student will be expected to accept accountability for personal learning and performance which reflects a fundamental understanding of EMS history and a complex understanding of EMS systems, roles, responsibilities, and professionalism of EMS personnel. The student should successfully complete required supervised hours and competencies in approved clinical and prehospital sites as determined by the program.

Prerequisite: Admission to program and BIOL 1314 - Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology   , Or 

BIOL 2134 - Human Anatomy (L)   and BIOL 2154 - Human Physiology (L)  , with a grade of “C” or better. Corequisite: EMSP 2129 .