Paramedic Certificate (PRM)
View the required classes for the Paramedic Certificate program.
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A certificate in Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic can be earned in as little as one year. Classes are offered in the evenings and clinical times are arranged at a variety of hospitals, EMS agencies, and fire services throughout the area.
Courses in this program are applicable to the associate degree programs for Firefighter/Paramedic and Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic
These courses are designed to prepare students to provide immediate emergency care as an entry level Paramedic. Those completing the program will be able to:
- Integrate pathophysiologic concepts with assessment findings to develop a field impression and treatment plan for patients with both medical and traumatic emergencies
- Effectively communicate with colleagues, health care staff, patients and their families
- Proficiently demonstrate the skills required for management of the sick and injured
- Display professional standards of behavior and meet employer expectations
Successful students will be eligible to test for the following certifications
- Ohio Paramedic
- NREMT - Paramedic
- ACLS
- PALS
- ITLS Provider
- Pediatric ITLS
Testing/certification eligibility is stipulated by the Ohio Division of EMS
Must currently be certified as an Ohio EMT-B to enroll in this program.
Learning Outcomes:
- Write complete and proper pre-hospital run reports.
- Receive positive preceptor evaluations
- Complete and pass their NR practical skills during their final quarter.