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Show Dr. Ezekiel R. Dumke College of Health Professions 233 Admission Requirements Students are eligible to apply for admission to the Institutional Certificate in Paramedic program upon completion of the following: 1. Making application to Weber State University 2. Obtaining admissions counseling by a Dumke College of Health Professions advisor 3. Satisfacto ry co mpletio n of the prere quisite requirements 4. Co mpletion o f the Paramedic program applicatio n form by designated date: a. Successful completion of the program EMT-B written assessment exam with a minimum score of 75% on no more than two attempts b. Payment of the $25 application fee c. Entrance testing and application must be completed by May 15th for confirmed fall acceptance. d. Applications received between May 15 and August 15 will be approved on a "space available basis." 5. Current Utah or appropriate state EMT certification Courses Required for the Institutional Certificate in EMT- Paramedic Prerequisite Courses • HTHS 1101 - Medical Terminology (2) * • HTHS 1110 LS - Biomedical Core (4) * and • HTHS 1111 - Biomedical Core (continued) (4) * or • ZOOL 2100 - Human Anatomy (4) and • ZOOL 2200 - Human Physiology (4) • ENGL 1010 EN - Introductory College Writing (3) * • MATH 0990 ND - First Course in Algebra (3) or equivalent * These classes can be taken through independent study. Call 801-626-6785. Paramedic Courses Required All courses vjith the PAR prefix must be passed with a "B-"or better in order for a student to progress through the paramedic program sequence and be awarded an institutional certificate and/or AAS degree. • PAR 1000 - Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (2) • PAR 1001 - Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Lab (4) • PAR 2000 - Introduction to Paramedic Practice (4) • PAR 2010 - Medical Emergencies (6) • PAR 2020 - Traumatic Emergencies (3) • PAR 2030 - Special Considerations in Paramedic Practice (3) • PAR 2040 - Paramedic Clinical Lab I (4) • PAR 2100 - Advanced Paramedic Practice (4) • PAR 2110 - Paramedic Clinical II (3) • PAR 2120 - Paramedic Internship (9) Students participating in the distance education "Skills Camps" will also complete the following electives: • PAR 1011 - Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate Introduction Lab (2) • PAR 1021 - Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate Lab (2) • PAR 1031 - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (l) Emergency Medical Technician EMT Basic and Intermediate Certification Basic Basic life support, patient assessment and treatment modalities comprise this EMT-Basic curriculum. US Department of Transportation (DOT) and Utah State Department of Health standards for certification are met. State certification is optional with an additional fee. See health, utah. gov/ems. Required Course (no prerequisites are required) • PAR 1000 - Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (2) and • PAR 1001 - Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Lab (4) Intermediate (Advanced EMT) Utah State Department of Health and Department of Transportation Standards for intermediate certification are utilized to provide advanced life support to the sick and injured. Required Courses The following can be taken in addition to the above courses and are offered at the Davis Area Technology College. • PAR 1010 - Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate Introduction (2) • PAR 1011 - Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate Introduction Lab (2) • PAR 1020 - Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate (2) • PAR 1021 - Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate Lab (2) Department of Health Sciences Department Chair: Kraig Chugg Location: Marriott Allied Health Building, Rm log Telephone Contact: Brandy Heiner 801-626-6505 Professor: Jim Hutchins; Associate Professor: Carol Nay lor; Assistant Professors: Kraig Chugg, Curtis DeFriez, Kathryn Newton; Instructor: Louise Tate The Associate of Science in Health Sciences (ASHS) prepares students for entrance into a wide variety of health professions currently housed in the Dumke College of Health Professions (DCHP) such as Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Health Information Systems and Health Administrative Services. It also serves as a preparatory associate's degree for other Weber State University Bachelor of Science majors including: Anthropology, Gerontology, Health Education, Human Performance, Recreation, Social Work, Technical Sales and many Bachelor of Integrated Studies (BIS) programs. Weber State University 2012-2013 Catalog |
