202 203 DEGREE REQ GEN ED COURSES Weber State contracts with authorized agencies to train their employees for paramedic certification. Students who successfully Paramd Paramd complete contracted programs receive a certificate of completion. EMERGENCY Acceptance to the program. Comm Health See the Admission Requirements listed below. » Grade Requirements: An overall GPA of 2.7 is required. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 60-63 credit hours is required for graduation — 38 of these are required within the program. 8 4 HU1050 3400 Intro to Interpersonal Comm Substance Abuse Prevention 3 3 HthSci 2230 Introductory Pathophysiology 3 Psych $S1010 Introductory Psychology 3 Soclgy $$1020 Social Problems 3 SSNS SA Three upper division credit hours (courses numbered EN REE SESS EEE ANH AK Required Course (no prerequisites are required) Paramd 1000 EMT Basic Emergency Care and Rescue students are encouraged to meet with a faculty advisor at least annually for course and program review. Call 626-6521 for more information or to schedule an appointment. EMERGENCY CARE 6 (PARAMEDIC) COURSES - PARAMD Requirements Students are eligible to apply for admission to the Emergency Care 1000. Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (6) and Rescue (Paramedic) program upon completion of the following: 1, Make application to Weber State University 2. Satisfactory completion of the prerequisite requirements Beginning skills of patient assessment and basic life support are provided during 120 hours of lecture and skill training. “B” class 3. Completion of the Paramedic program application form by designated date; a. Completion of two personal reference forms b. Completion of personality/inventory questionnaire c. Payment of the $10 application fee 4. Current EMT-Basic Utah certification with verification of experience Department of Health. Introduction of Intermediate EMT skills and concepts of practical application without EMT intermediate certification. Application of Basic EMT skills and knowledge involving pre-hospital care with ambulance riding time, and clinical laboratory are expected performances. Exams are written and practical. Clinical is adapted to previous work experience. Course maybe challenged for credit. Certificate of 60 hours of continuing medical education toward The following courses required recertification requirements for the State Department of Health is offered. Course is required or equivalent work experience before admission into paramedic program. Prerequisites: Must have Basic EMT certification. for this program will also fulfill general education requireHU1050, Psych $S1010 and Soclgy SS1020. Course Requirements for A.A.S. Degree 1020. Emergency Medical Technician-Intermediate (4) Curriculum includes but is not limited to the U.S. Department of Transportation National Standards Training Curriculum for the EMTI(IV) Intermediate. Competencies include but are not limited to the recognition, assessment, and management of medical emergencies of Required Prerequisite Courses (24-36 credit hours) The following requirements must be satisfied as prerequisites for the Paramedic courses numbered 2000 and above. Paramd 1000 EMT Basic Paramd 1010* EMT Intermediate Introduction Paramd 1020* EMT Intermediate 4 4 *One year full-time experience as an EMT-Basic is required within the last three years or Paramd 1010 (4) and Paramd 1020 (4) or equivalent credits awarded through course challenge exams. HthSci HthSci LS$1110 1111 Health Sciences (Biomedical Core) Health Sciences (lab) Acceptable Equivalent to Biomedical core courses Zool 2100 Human Anatomy Zool or HthSci HthSci authority. Students will demonstrate their mastery of the educational objectives by written, verbal, and practical examinations. 4 4 4 2200 Human Physiology 4 1115 1101 Biomedical Principles for Certificate Medical Terminology 4 2 Paramedic Courses Required (36 credit hours) paame sain ao SEALE ap SAREE WEBER a the acutely ill and injured patients under the direction of a physician, nurses, and paramedics. State certification eligibility of EMT-I(IV) upon successful completion of course and recommendation of faculty. Consists of three components: didactic lecture, clinical instruction, and supervised field experiences in an advanced life support unit which function under a medical command Biomedical core courses required (or acceptable equivalent) Must be taken in sequence i Cel Prerequisites: Paramd 1010 or equivalent. Must have department approval by application process involving an admissions committee's final selection. 2000. Paramedic Program I (8) A, § Intense prehospital instruction for the care of the sick and injured involving assessment, advanced cardiac life support, National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians PHTLS, pharmacology, airway management, medical, pediatric and obstetrical Provides introductive knowledge for students interested in the health care system and its impact on society. Includes basic principles that have guided the medical industry in the past, those (8) A, S$ This course builds on the theory of Paramd 2000 and 2010 and further explores a systems review model involving assessment, pathology, and treatment of the sick and injured. Prerequisites: Paramd 2000 and 2010. Paramd 2030 must be taken concurrently. 2030. Paramedic Clinical Lab II (4) A, § Emergency facilities and rescue agencies provide intense clinical experiences where students perform skills and apply theory concepts to those needing emergency care. Prerequisites: Paramd 2000 and 2010. Paramd 2020 must be taken concurrently. nia Va mea) Ht HNRS & BIS LIBSCI Ws ied Sci Rescue Program. entering Paramedic Program II (2020). Prerequisites: Paramd 1000 (EMT Basic), Paramd 1010 (EMT-Intermediate Introduction) and Paramd 1020 (EMT-Intermediate) or equivalent. Hithsci 1101, LS1110, 1111, or equivalent; Hlthsci 1115. Director: Dr. Robert C. Soderberg Location: Marriott Allied Health Building, Rm 109A of the Health Care System (3) A, S currently affecting the system, and those that may have a future impact. The student relationship to the health care system and societal influences upon the system will be examined. Medical terminology, interpersonal skills development, ethical and legal issues will also be included. 1130. Common Medicines (3) A, § This is an introductory course and will provide information regarding proper drug usage for persons without significant backgrounds in the Biological Sciences. The course primarily discusses over-the-counter medicines as well as prescription drug groups which are commonly used by the public. The overall objective will be to provide information in such a way that individuals are more aware of possible drug-related problems, able to make wise and appropriate choices, and 2230. Introductory Pathophysiology Telephone Contact: Debra Boswell 626-6505 Professors: Craig Gundy; Clayton Parkinson; Associate Professor: Robert C. Soderberg (3) A, S, Su An introduction to the nature of disease and its effect on body systems. Prerequisite: Hthsci LS1110 and 1111, 1105 and 1106 with a grade of "C" or better or an equivalent course in physiology (Zool 2200). HEALTH SCIENCES CORE COURSES - HTHSCI 3328. Pathophysiology of Cells and Tissues (2) A, § Biological interactions among cellular injuries, genetic disorders, neoplasia, and inflammatory and immune disorders. A 7.5 week 1101. Medical Terminology (2) course meant to be taken in conjunction with Hthsci 3329. A, § Medical terms of Greek and Latin origin. Designed for the preprofessional and workers in health related fields. 1105. Technology Enhanced Anatomy & Physiology Lecture/Lab (4) A This course is designed to be offered in a technology-enhanced environment throughout the state. Three lecture demonstrations and two laboratory/recitations per week. Prerequisite: Hthsci 2230 with a grade of “C” grade or better within last five years. 3329. Pathophysiology of Organs and Systems (2) A, § Interpretation of disease pathogenesis and pathological symptoms. A 7.5 week course meant to be taken in conjunction with Hthsci 3328. Prerequisite: Hthsci 2230 with a grade of “C” or better within last five years. 1106. Technology Enhanced Anatomy & Physiology Lecture/Lab (continued) (4) S$ Prerequisite: Hthsci 1105. Three lecture demonstrations and two laboratory/recitations per week. A student in the College of Health Professions may receive LS1110. Biomedical Core Lecture/Lab (4) A, S, Su An integrated presentation of the basic concepts of physics, chemistry, human anatomy, human physiology and medical microbiology as related to humans. Biomedical Core is global and interdisciplinary while remaining introductory. Three lecture demonstrations per week. Two lab hours per week. Students completing the Biomedical Core LS1110 receive credit for 4 credit hours in the Life Sciences general education requirements. 1111. Biomedical Core Lecture/Lab (continued) (4) A, S, Su Prerequisite: Hthsci 1110. Three lecture demonstrations per week. Two lab hours per week. Honours in one of the listed majors in the following manner: (1) maintain an overall GPA of 3.3; (2) be enrolled in the General Honours Programme and complete at least 9 hours of General Honours courses or 9 hours in approved Departmental Honours credit in majors other than the student’s major (these may include Health Sciences core courses); (3) fulfill the requirements for one of the following majors in this School: Clinical Laboratory Science leading to the baccalaureate degree, Clinical Laboratory Technology, Radiologic Technology, and Respiratory Therapy leading to the associate of applied science degree; and Dental Hygiene and Registered Nursing leading to the associate of science degree; (4) take at least 12 of the required credit hours in major courses taken for Honours credit; (5) in the case of the major leading to the baccalaureate degree, complete an Honours Senior Project course. (This project may be included among the foregoing requirements.) emergencies. The course integrates the National Standard Curricu- UNIVERSITY (4) 1120. Concepts and Social Impact lum from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Emergency STATE Certificate of Completion for Paramedics Basic biomedical principles essential for effective administration of emergency health care in field based situations. An independent study course open only to students in the Emergency Care and Program I are practiced, demonstrated, and evaluated for performance grade. Students must pass every skill successfully prior to staged and real emergencies. Written assignments, scheduled General Education Refer to pages 32-34 of this catalog for Associate of Applied 1115. Biomedical Principles for become well-informed consumers. 1010. Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate Introduction (4) 6. The Paramedic program committee recommendation Biomedical core courses (see below), Comm 2010. Paramedic Clinical LabI (4) A,S The theory of prehospital care of the sick and injured in Paramedic average is necessary for state certification through Utah State 5. A personal interview Science Degree requirements. Basic), Paramd 1010 (EMT-Intermediate Introduction) and Paramd 1020 (EMT-Intermediate) or equivalent. HthSci 1101, LS1110, 1111, or equivalent. 2020. Paramedic Program II Utah State Department of Health standards for certification are met. Advisement ments: 8 Basic life support, patient assessment and treatment modalities comprise this Basic curriculum. Department of Transportation and 3000 and above) are required within the program. Admission Paramedic Program II Paramedic Clinical Lab II Support Courses Required (20 credit hours) CARE AND RESCUE (PARAMEDIC) » Program Prerequisite: 2020 2030 Medical Technician-Paramedic. 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