• EMS 2700: PARAMEDIC II

  13.00 Credits

  Northwest College

  
  Incorporating pathophysiology and epidemiology into decision-making, the candidate is introduced to more advanced Paramedicine with the formation of treatment plans for medical patients, and understanding the kinetics and homeostatic requirements of trauma patients. Paramedic students will accomplish prescribed clinical hours in keeping with the highest national standard. Paramedic II students will be expected to attend 96 hours of lecture, 80 hours of lab, and 164 hours of clinical experience. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EMS 2600, minimum grade B-. (96 hrs lec, 80 hrs lab, 164 hrs clinical) Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
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• EMS 2800: PARAMEDIC III

  14.00 Credits

  Northwest College

  
  Mastering the skills learned thus far the candidate continues to develop well-constructed treatment plans for any patient presented to them. Special patient populations will be explored and addressed for their unique needs. Crisis resource management will be discussed, including how to manage the human element of the scene. Lab will be a critical component of this final course as it will prepare the candidate to pursue team leads during his/her Capstone. Paramedic students will accomplish prescribed clinical hours in keeping with the highest national standard. Paramedic III students will be expected to attend 96 hours of lecture, 80 hours of lab, and 226 hours of clinical experience. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EMS 2700 minimum grade B-. (96 hrs lec, 80 hrs lab, 226 hrs clinical) Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
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• EMS 2895: PARAMEDIC CAPSTONE

  8.00 Credits

  Northwest College

  
  The culmination of the didactic and lab portion of the course. The candidate is required to obtain 50 successful team leads in a live environment with a preceptor evaluating their performance in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective realm. Candidate will be pursuing team leads and exposure to different types of calls and skills required to become a successful entry-level Paramedic. Must also participate in a classroom-driven nationa Registry preparation, including further didactic reviews to prepare the candidate for testing. Paramedic students will accomplish prescribed clinical hours in keeping with the highest national standard. Paramedic Capstone students will be expected to attend 32 hour of lecture, and 238 hours of clinical experience. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EMS 2800 with a minimum grade B-. (32 hrs lec, 238 hrs clinical) Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
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• EMT 1500: EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-BASIC

  5.00 Credits

  Northwest College

  
  This course is designed for preparation of the Emergency Medical Technician. Includes anatomy and physiology of the human body, techniques of emergency treatment for various injuries and emergency situations, and other topics related to emergency medical and first aid practices. Minimum of 165 hours of classroom and laboratory Instruction is required. In addition, the student is required to spend 16 hours riding in the ambulance and 24 hours in the emergency room. This course meets the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) curriculum standards. Successful completion of the course prepares students to take the national registry written examination and the state practical assessment. Students need to understand that in order to sit for the national registry exam, they must pass the three state written exams with a 70% or better and be able to read and write English. There are certain physical requirements that must be met in order to take the state practical assessment tests. Prerequisite: HLED 1225, HLED 1660 or NRST 1660, or consent of instructor. (3 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab) Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
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• EMT 1550: EMS THEORY

  1.00 Credits

  Northwest College

  
  This course is for individuals who are a current EMT and have completed the Basic EMT coursework from an institution or organization outside of Northwest College. This course supports the successful transition into the Northwest College EMS Program by focusing on the more difficult concepts such as sepsis, shock, or medical patient management and prepares students for entry-level into the Advanced EMT content. This course is appropriate to refresh and strengthen EMT knowledge, and for EMT's to earn continuing education. Online only. Pre-requisite: EMT (Basic) License. (1 hr lec) Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
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• EMT 1650: BASIC EMT TO ADVANCED EMT

  4.00 Credits

  Northwest College

  
  This course is for individuals who seek a pathway to Advanced EMT through concurrent enrollment in Basic EMT ( EMT 1500) or entry as a current Basic EMT seeking the advanced skill set and licensure as an Advanced EMT. Students will focus on National EMS Standards of education concepts outlined for the advanced provider and will be prepared to sit for the National EMS Advanced EMT certification and licensure. Didactic portion online, with face-to-face lab and clinical time required. Concurrent enrollment in EMT 1550 EMS Theory or Prerequisite: EMT (Basic) License. Concurrent enrollment in EMT 1550 EMS Theory is required for Basic EMTs who have completed their coursework outside of Northwest College. (2 hrs lec/.05 hrs lab/1.5 hrs cln) Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
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• EMT 2500: ADVANCED EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

  4.00 Credits

  Northwest College

  
  This course is designed for preparation of the Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced. This course is intended to build on the skills attained by an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic. The course includes advanced patient assessment, cardiovascular emergencies, advanced cardiac life support techniques, manual defibrillation, medical emergency medication, cardiac medication administration, intravenous therapy, multi-lumen intubation, pain medication, and pain management with medication. Course includes 60 hours of lecture (simultaneous face to face and online), 60 hours of skill lab learning, and 90 hours of clinical experience. This course meets the 2021 National Emergency Medical Services Education Standards and Wyoming EMS Licensure standards. Successful completion of the course prepares the student to take the EMS national registry written examination and the Wyoming written and practical assessment. Prerequisite EMT 1500 Emergency Medical Technician- Basic or EMT Basic Certification. (60 lec hrs, 60 lab hrs, 90 cln hrs) Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
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• EMT 2530: EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-INTERMEDIAT

  4.00 Credits

  Northwest College

  
  Students will acquire advanced preparation of the Basic Emergency Medical Technician teaching the student how to think, not what to think. This course includes: advanced patient assessment, cardiovascular emergencies, advanced cardiac life support techniques, manual defibrillation, medical emergency medication, cardiac medication administration, intravenous therapy, multi-lumen intubation, pain medication, and pain management medication. Minimum of 80 hours of classroom and laboratory instruction is required. In addition, the student is required to spend 30 hours in a prehospital setting. Prerequisite: Student must possess current certification as a Wyoming Ambulance Attendant; show evidence of 12 months of active affiliation with a Wyoming licensed ambulance service as an attendant prior to enrollment; demonstrate competency in basic emergency medical technician skills through verification of a performance review by the physician medical director; and score a minimum of 80% on the State EMS Office precourse written exam. (The exam may not be taken sooner than 30 days prior to the scheduled start of this EMT- Intermediate course.) (3 hrs lec, 1 hr lab) Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
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• EMT 2600: PARAMEDIC I

  10.00 Credits

  Northwest College

  
  The foundations of Paramedicine including pre-hospital pharmacology, advanced cardiac rhythm interpretation, and airway support. Emphasis will be placed on the Paramedic's role in the team environment that is EMS. Lab and the opportunity for field experience to cement newly learned skills will be provided. Paramedic students will accomplish prescribed clinical hours in keeping with the highest national standard. Paramedic I studentss will be expected to attend 80 hours of lecture and 80 hours of lab, 80 hours of clinical. Prerequisite: EMT-Advanced licensure, admission to the Paramedic program., FYS for students seeking AAS degree who do not have 30 hours of college credit. (80 hrs lec, 80 hrs lab, 80 hrs clinical) Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
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• EMT 2625: PARAMEDIC II

  10.00 Credits

  Northwest College

  
  Incorporating pathophysiology and epidemiology into decision-making, the candidate is introduced to more advanced Paramedicine with the formation of treatment plans for medical patients, and understanding the kinetics and homeostatic requirements of trauma patients. Paramedic students will accomplish prescribed clinical hours in keeping with the highest national standard. Paramedic II students will be expected to attend 96 hours of lecture, 80 hours of lab, and 164 hours of clinical experience. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EMTL 2600, minimum grade B-. (96 hrs lec, 80 hrs lab, 164 hrs clinical) Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
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