This is a one-year course on knowledge and skills needed by an Emergency Medical Technician to continue their education in order provide advanced life support care of the ill or injured patient. The curriculum follows guidelines approved by the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Division of EMS, and meets terminal objectives for the entry-level paramedic as outlined in the National Emergency Medical Services Educational Standards.
The Program will begin each March with Anatomy and Physiology. Those students who have completed A & P will begin classes in May, and student transcripts can be evaluated by the WDC Program Coordinator for May admission. This is a 30 credit-hour program and is an integral part of the EMS Associate degree program. Students completing this training may apply all credit hours earned to the Associate degree and continue their education towards graduation. The Paramedic classes, when taken as part of the Associate degree pathway, are Financial Aid eligible. This Program is held at the Colerain Township Fire Department Training Center, in conjunction with the Colerain Township Fire Department Training Division and results in earning a State of Ohio paramedic certification, as well as a National Registry certification. Graduates of the Paramedic certificate program are required to successfully pass both a written and practical National Registry exam in order to obtain their State of Ohio certification.
Pre-Requisite
Paramedic Anatomy and Physiology is a pre-requisite for students enrolling into the Paramedic program.
JOB TITLES AT COURSE COMPLETION
- Paramedic
CINCINNATI STATE EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS
- Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic Management Associate’s Degree (EMTP-M)
- Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic Science Associate’s Degree (EMTP-S)
| Start Date | End Date | Days | Times |
| May 2024 | May 2025 | Tuesday & Thursday | 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
Paramedic Program WDC Certificate
| COURSE | COUSE NUMBER | CONTACT HOURS | CREDIT HOURS |
| Paramedic Anatomy and Physiology A course on the structure and function of the human body. Topics include: medical terminology, cells, tissues, and human organ systems. | EMS 120 | 45 | 3 |
| Paramedic 1 A course on knowledge and skills needed by an Emergency Medical Technician to provide advanced life support care of the ill or injured patient. The curriculum follows guidelines approved by the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Division of EMS, and meets terminal objectives for the entry-level paramedic as outlined in the National Emergency Medical Services Educational Standards. | EMS 211 | 105 | 7 |
| Paramedic 1 Lab A laboratory course that accompanies EMS 211, covering skills and interventions needed to properly assess and manage the ill or injured patient. | EMS 221 | 45 | 1 |
| Paramedic 1 Practicum Students refine their patient assessment and management skills under the direct supervision of a clinical or internship preceptor, in the hospital clinical setting and field internship setting. Students must complete designated hours and skills. | EMS 231 | 150 | 2 |
| Paramedic 2 A continuation of EMS 211, with ongoing study of the knowledge and skills needed for advanced life support care of the ill or injured patient. The curriculum follows guidelines approved by the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Division of EMS, and meets terminal objectives for the entry-level paramedic. | EMS 212 | 90 | 6 |
| Paramedic 2 Lab A laboratory course that accompanies EMS 212, covering ongoing acquisition of skills and interventions needed to properly assess and manage the ill or injured patient. | EMS 222 | 45 | 1 |
| Paramedic 2 Practicum Students refine their patient assessment and management skills under the direct supervision of a clinical and/or internship preceptor, in the hospital clinical setting and field internship setting. Students must complete designated hours and skills. | EMS 232 | 315 | 3 |
| Paramedic 3 A continuation of EMS 212, with ongoing study of the knowledge and skills needed for advanced life support care of the ill or injured patient. The curriculum follows guidelines approved by the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Division of EMS, and meets terminal objectives for the entry-level paramedic. | EMS 213 | 90 | 6 |
| Paramedic 3 Lab A laboratory course that accompanies EMS 213, covering ongoing acquisition of skills and interventions needed to properly assess and manage the ill or injured patient. | EMS 223 | 45 | 1 |
| Paramedic 3 Practicum Students refine their patient assessment and management skills under the direct supervision of a clinical and/or internship preceptor, in the hospital clinical setting and field internship setting. Students must complete designated hours and skills. | EMS 233 | 200 | 3 |
| TOTAL: | 1,025 | 26 |