EMSP 1160 Clinical - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (1)
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Prerequisite: Current BCLS (CPR) certification.
Corequisite/Concurrent: Concurrent: EMSP 1501.
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. (5 Ext.)
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EMSP 1161 Clinical - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (1)
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Prerequisite: Successful completion of EMSP 1338, EMSP 1355 and EMSP 1160.
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. (3 Ext.)
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EMSP 1162 Clinical - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (1)
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A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. (3 Ext.)
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EMSP 1163 Clinical - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (1)
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A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. (3 Ext.)
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EMSP 1338 Introduction to Advanced Practice (3)
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Prerequisite: (1) Current CPR certification preferred, (2) Completion of Texas Department of State Health Services approved Emergency Medical Technician course or certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services or National Registry of EMT as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic or higher, (3) Demonstrated competency in math, reading, and writing.
An exploration of the foundations necessary for mastery of the advanced topics of clinical practice out of the hospital. This course is cross-listed as EMSP 1438. The student may register for either EMSP 1338 or EMSP 1438, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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EMSP 1355 Trauma Management (3)
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Prerequisite: (1) Current BCLS (CPR) certification at the Health Care Provider level by the American Heart Association or equivalent, (2) Current certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic or higher, (3) Successful completion of EMSP 1356.
A detailed study of the knowledge and skills necessary to reach competence in the assessment and management of patients with traumatic injuries. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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EMSP 1356 Patient Assessment and Airway Management (3)
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Prerequisite: (1) Current BCLS (CPR) certification at the Health Care Provider level by the American Heart Association or equivalent, (2) Current certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic or higher.
This course provides a detailed study of the knowledge and skills required to reach competence in performing patient assessment and airway management. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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EMSP 1391 Special Topics in Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (3)
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Prerequisite: Admission into the Emergency Medical Services Program OR current Texas EMS Certification/license at a minimum of EMT-Basic level, OR current enrollment in EMSP 1501, and current BCLS (CPR) certification.
Corequisite/Concurrent: Concurrent: Students will be required to submit to and pass a criminal background search and a drug screen as prescribed by the program and college. Failure to comply will result in the student being dropped from all EMSP courses.
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. In particular, this course will cover Hazardous Material (HazMat) awareness and management, Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) events, the national Incident command System (ICS), and Multi Casualty Incident (MCI) management. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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EMSP 1438 Introduction to Advanced Practice (4)
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Prerequisite: (1) Verification of successful completion of testing with the National Registry of EMT''s at either Emergency Medical Technician Basic or Intermediate levels; OR current certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services as an EMT-Basic or Intermediate (2) Current BCLS (CPR) certification at the Health Care Provider level by the American Heart Association or equivalent, (3) Successful completion of a departmental assessment of EMT-Basic knowledge at the DOT National Standard Curriculum level.
An exploration of the foundations necessary for mastery of the advanced topics of clinical practice out of the hospital. This course is cross-listed as EMSP 1338. The student may register for either EMSP 1438 or EMSP 1338, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)
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EMSP 1501 Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (5)
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Prerequisite: (1) Current BCLS (CPR) certification at the Health Care Provider level by the American Heart Association or equivalent, (2) Demonstrated competency in math, reading, and writing.
Introduction to the level of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Includes all the skills necessary to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with ambulance services or other specialized services. (2 Lec., 9 Lab.)
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EMSP 2143 Assessment Based Management (1)
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Prerequisite: (1) Current BCLS (CPR) certification at the Health Care Provider level by the American Heart Association or equivalent, (2) Successful completion of EMSP 2160 or EMSP 2260, (3) Current certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic or higher.
Comprehensive, assessment-based patient care management. Includes specific care when dealing with pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients. (2 Lab.)
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EMSP 2160 Clinical-Emergency Medical EMT Paramedic (1)
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Prerequisite: (1) Completion of Department of State Health Services approved Basic Emergency Medical Technician Course, or certification by Department of State Health Services as Emergency Medical Technician, (2) current CPR certification as health care provider, (3) demonstrated competency in reading and math, and (4) Anatomy and Physiology course for Paramedics or equivalency.
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. (3 Ext.)
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EMSP 2161 Clinical-Emergency Medical EMT Paramedic (1)
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Prerequisite: Successful completion of the following courses: (1) EMSP 1338 (Introduction to Advanced Practice), (2) EMSP 1355 (Trauma Management), and (3) EMSP 2160.
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the students to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. (3 Ext.)
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EMSP 2237 Emergency Procedures (2) New course added March 18, 2010
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Prerequisite: Current BCLS (CPR) certificate.
Corequisite/Concurrent: Current Texas EMS Certification/license at a minimum of EMT-Basic level, OR concurrent enrollment in the EMT-Basic program. Paramedic advanced program OR EMSP 2553. Students will be required to submit to and pass a criminal background search and drug screenings as prescribed by the program and college. Failure to comply will result in the student being dropped from all EMSP courses.
Instruction in a laboratory environment concentrating on practical medical skills and critical thinking abilities. Topics include a variety of skills appropriate to the student’s training level. Required verifications of specific skills may be included. (4 Lab.)
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EMSP 2260 Clinical - Emergency Medical EMT Paramedic (2)
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Prerequisite: (1) Current CPR certification, (2) Certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic or higher, (3) Completion of EMSP 1356.
A health related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. (9 Ext.)
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EMSP 2261 Clinical - Emergency Medical EMT Paramedic (2)
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Prerequisite: (1) Current CPR certification, (2) Certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic or higher, (3) Completion of EMSP 2260 and EMSP 2434.
A health related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. (9 Ext.)
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EMSP 2300 Methods of Teaching - Emergency Medical Service (3)
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Prerequisite: Admission into the Emergency Medical Services Program OR current Texas EMS Certification/license at a minimum of EMT-Basic level, OR current enrollment in EMSP 1501, AND current BCLS (CPR) certification.
Corequisite/Concurrent: Concurrent: Students will be required to submit to and pass a criminal background search and a drug screen as prescribed by the program and college. Failure to comply will result in the student being dropped from all EMSP courses.
Instruction in adult learning methodology for instructors of emergency medical services (3 Lec., 1 Lab.)
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EMSP 2338 EMS Operations (3)
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Prerequisite: (1) Current BCLS (CPR) certification at the Health Care Provider level by the American Heart Association or equivalent, (2) Successful completion of EMSP 1338 or EMSP 1438 and EMSP 1356, (3) Current certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic or higher.
A detailed study of the knowledge and skills necessary to reach competence to safely manage the scene of an emergency. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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EMSP 2362 Clinical-Emergency Medical EMT Paramedic (3)
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Prerequisite: Successful completion of the following courses: (1) EMSP 2534 (Medical Emergencies), (2) EMSP 2544 (Cardiology), (3) EMSP 2430 (Special Populations), and (4) EMSP 2161 (Clinical EMT Paramedic).
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. (9 Ext.)
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EMSP 2430 Special Populations (4)
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Prerequisite: (1) Current BCLS (CPR) certification at the Health Care Provider level by the American Heart Association or equivalent, (2) Successful completion of EMSP 1338 or EMSP 1438 and EMSP 1356, (3) Current certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic or higher.
A detailed study of the knowledge and skills necessary to reach competence in the assessment and management of ill or injured patients in nontraditional populations. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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EMSP 2434 Medical Emergencies (4)
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Prerequisite: (1) Current BCLS (CPR) certification at the Health Care Provider level by the American Heart Association or equivalent, (2) Successful completion of EMSP 1338 or EMSP 1438 and EMSP 1356, (3) Current certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic or higher.
This course provides a detailed study of the knowledge and skills necessary to reach competence in the assessment and management of patients with medical emergencies. This course is cross-listed as EMSP 2534. The student may register for either EMSP 2434 or EMSP 2534, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)
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EMSP 2444 Cardiology (4)
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Prerequisite: (1) Current BCLS (CPR) certification at the Health Care Provider level by the American Heart Association or equivalent, (2) Successful completion of EMSP 1338 or 1438 and EMSP 1356, (3) Current certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic or higher.
A detailed study of the knowledge and skills necessary to reach competence in the assessment and management of patients with cardiac emergencies. In addition to the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of a cardiac crisis, it includes dysrhythmia recognition and 12 Lead ECG interpretation for field diagnosis, as well as pharmacological and electrical interventions for treatment. This course is cross-listed as EMSP 2544. The student may register for either EMSP 2444 or EMSP 2544, but may receive credit for only one of the two. This course is cross-listed as EMSP 2544. The student may register for either EMSP 2444 or EMSP 2544, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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EMSP 2463 Clinical - Emergency Medical EMT Paramedic (4)
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Prerequisite: (1) Current CPR certification, (2) Certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic or higher, (3) Completion of EMSP 2260, EMSP 2261, and EMSP 2143.
A health related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. (19 Ext.)
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EMSP 2534 Medical Emergencies (5)
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Prerequisite: Successful completion of EMSP 1338 or 1438, and EMSP 2444 or 2544.
A detailed study of the knowledge and skills necessary to reach competence in the assessment and management of patients with medical emergencies. This course is cross-listed as EMSP 2434. The student may register for either EMSP 2534 or EMSP 2434, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (4 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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EMSP 2544 Cardiology (5)
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Prerequisite: (1) Completion of Department of State Health Services approved Emergency Medical Technician Course, or certification by Completion of Department of State Health Services or National Registry of EMT's as Emergency Medical Technician, (2) current CPR certification as health care provider, (3) demonstrated competency in math and reading, and (4) Anatomy and Physiology for Paramedics course or equivalency.
Assessment and management of patients with cardiac emergencies. Includes single and multi-lead ECG interpretation. This course is cross-listed as EMSP 2444. The student may register for either EMSP 2444 or EMSP 2544, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (5 Lec., 1 Lab.)
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EMSP 2563 Clinical-Emergency Medical EMT Paramedic (5)
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Prerequisite: Successful completion of the following courses: (1) EMSP 2338 (EMS Operations),
(2) EMSP 2143 (Assessment Based Management), and (3) EMSP 2362 (Clinical-EMT Paramedic).
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. (15 Ext.)
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