Degree Bridging Option: Emergency Medical Science (EMS)

Currently credentialed Paramedics may receive advanced placement through the EMS Bridging Option:

Course	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Credits
EMS 235 - EMS Management EMS 235 - EMS Management This course stresses the principles of managing a modern emergency medical service system. Topics include structure and function of municipal governments, EMS grantsmanship, finance, regulatory agencies, system management, legal issues, and other topics relevant to the EMS manager. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the principles of managing emergency medical service delivery systems. Class: 2.00 Credits: 2.00	2.00		2.00
EMS 280 - EMS Bridging Course EMS 280 - EMS Bridging Course This course is designed to provide currently credentialed state or national Paramedic students with the most current education trends in Paramedic Practice. Emphasis is placed on transitions in healthcare. Upon completion, students should be able to integrate emerging trends in pre-hospital care. Class: 2.00 Lab: 2.00 Credits: 3.00	2.00	2.00	3.00
ENG 111 - Writing and Inquiry ENG 111 - Writing and Inquiry This course is designed to develop the ability to produce clear writing in a variety of genres and formats using a recursive process. Emphasis includes inquiry, analysis, effective use of rhetorical strategies, thesis development, audience awareness, and revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent, well-developed essays using standard written English. Class: 3.00 Credits: 3.00	3.00		3.00
COM 120 - Intro to Interpersonal Communication COM 120 - Intro to Interpersonal Communication This course introduces the practices and principles of interpersonal communication in both dyadic and group settings. Emphasis is placed on the communication process, perception, listening, self-disclosure, speech apprehension, ethics, nonverbal communication, conflict, power, and dysfunctional communication relationships. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate interpersonal communication skills, apply basic principles of group discussion, and manage conflict in interpersonal communication situations. Class: 3.00 Credits: 3.00	3.00		3.00
BIO 163 - Basic Anatomy & Physiology BIO 163 - Basic Anatomy & Physiology This course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include a basic study of the body systems as well as an introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. Class: 4.00 Lab: 2.00 Credits: 5.00	4.00	2.00	5.00
MAT 110 - Mathematical Measurement and Literacy MAT 110 - Mathematical Measurement and Literacy This course provides an activity-based approach that develops measurement skills and mathematical literacy using technology to solve problems for non-math intensive programs. Topics include unit conversions and estimation within a variety of measurement systems; ratio and proportion; basic geometric concepts; financial literacy; and statistics including measures of central tendency, dispersion, and charting of data. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the use of mathematics and technology to solve practical problems, and to analyze and communicate results. Class: 2.00 Lab: 2.00 Credits: 3.00	2.00	2.00	3.00
PSY 150 - General Psychology PSY 150 - General Psychology This course provides an overview of the scientific study of human behavior. Topics include history, methodology, biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation, cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social psychology, and other relevant topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the science of psychology. Class: 3.00 Credits: 3.00	3.00		3.00
PHI 240 - Introduction to Ethics PHI 240 - Introduction to Ethics This course introduces theories about the nature and foundations of moral judgments and applications to contemporary moral issues. Emphasis is placed on moral theories such as consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply various ethical theories to moral issues such as abortion, capital punishment, poverty, war, terrorism, the treatment of animals, and issues arising from new technologies. Prerequisites: Take ENG-111 Class: 3.00 Credits: 3.00	3.00		3.00
			Total: 25

The following courses may be taken prior to acceptance in the program:

ENG-111; COM-120; BIO-163; MAT-110; MAT-143; PSY-150; PHI-240; ENG-112; BIO-168; BIO-169; COM-231; HUM-115; SOC-210; PSY-118

Other Major hours

Course	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Credits
BIO 168 - Anatomy and Physiology I BIO 168 - Anatomy and Physiology I This course provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include body organization, homeostasis, cytology, histology, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems and special senses. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. Class: 3.00 Lab: 3.00 Credits: 4.00	3.00	3.00	4.00
BIO 169 - Anatomy and Physiology II BIO 169 - Anatomy and Physiology II This course provides a continuation of the comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems as well as metabolism, nutrition, acid-base balance, and fluid and electrolyte balance. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. Prerequisites: Take BIO-168 Class: 3.00 Lab: 3.00 Credits: 4.00	3.00	3.00	4.00
MAT 143 - Quantitative Literacy MAT 143 - Quantitative Literacy This course is designed to engage students in complex and realistic situations involving the mathematical phenomena of quantity, change and relationship, and uncertainty through project- and activity-based assessment. Emphasis is placed on authentic contexts which will introduce the concepts of numeracy, proportional reasoning, dimensional analysis, rates of growth, personal finance, consumer statistics, practical probabilities, and mathematics for citizenship. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize quantitative information as consumers and to make personal, professional, and civic decisions by decoding, interpreting, using, and communicating quantitative information found in modern media and encountered in everyday life. Class: 2.00 Lab: 2.00 Credits: 3.00	2.00	2.00	3.00
COM 231 - Public Speaking COM 231 - Public Speaking This course provides instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches within a public setting and group discussion. Emphasis is placed on research, preparation, delivery, and evaluation of informative, persuasive, and special occasion public speaking. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and deliver well-organized speeches and participate in group discussion with appropriate audiovisual support. Class: 3.00 Credits: 3.00	3.00		3.00
ENG 112 - Writing and Research in the Disciplines ENG 112 - Writing and Research in the Disciplines This course, the second in a series of two, introduces research techniques, documentation styles, and writing strategies. Emphasis is placed on analyzing information and ideas and incorporating research findings into documented writing and research projects. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate and synthesize information from primary and secondary sources using documentation appropriate to various disciplines. Prerequisites: Take ENG-111 Class: 3.00 Credits: 3.00	3.00		3.00
HUM 115 - Critical Thinking HUM 115 - Critical Thinking This course introduces the use of critical thinking skills in the context of human conflict. Emphasis is placed on evaluating information, problem solving, approaching cross-cultural perspectives, and resolving controversies and dilemmas. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate orally and in writing the use of critical thinking skills in the analysis of appropriate texts. Class: 3.00 Credits: 3.00	3.00		3.00
SOC 210 - Introduction to Sociology SOC 210 - Introduction to Sociology This course introduces the scientific study of human society, culture, and social interactions. Topics include socialization, research methods, diversity and inequality, cooperation and conflict, social change, social institutions, and organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of sociological concepts as they apply to the interplay among individuals, groups, and societies. Class: 3.00 Credits: 3.00	3.00		3.00
PSY 118 - Interpersonal Psychology PSY 118 - Interpersonal Psychology This course introduces the basic principles of psychology as they relate to personal and professional development. Emphasis is placed on personality traits, communication/leadership styles, effective problem solving, and cultural diversity as they apply to personal and work environments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these principles of psychology as they apply to personal and professional development. Class: 3.00 Credits: 3.00	3.00		3.00
			Total: 26