Paramedic Emergency Services EMT-I to EMT-P Bridge
Certificate

The paramedic emergency services program is designed for the individual seeking a career as a paramedic and who is currently certified as a National Registry Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate. The program is designed to supplement the skills and knowledge of the EMT-I provider to the level of EMT-P. The program includes classroom, hospital, clinical and field instruction based on the U.S. Department of Transportation standards. Individuals successfully completing this program will be eligible for recommendation to sit for the National Registry of EMT Paramedic Examination. This program is competitive and will be selected upon the following criteria: GPA, experience, personal interview and application. Students enrolled in the paramedic emergency services certificate program are required to meet the same academic, physical and technical standards as students admitted to the paramedic program. Students are also responsible for additional fees for specialty courses (PALS, ACLS, BTLS) above the tuition cost.

Program Requirements                                           25 Credits
   PES 110 Anatomy and Physiology for EMS Providers ................... 4
   PES 111 EMT-I to -P Transition ..................................... 3
   PES 201 Medical Emergencies I ...................................... 3
   PES 202 Medical Emergencies II ..................................... 3
   PES 203 Medical Emergencies III .................................... 3
   PES 204 Special Topics in Paramedic Emergency Services ............. 2
   PES 205 EMS Practicum III .......................................... 3
   PES 206 EMS Practicum IV ........................................... 3
   PES 207 Seminar in Paramedic Emergency Services .................... 1

Certificate Requirements ..............................................25