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First on the Scene
RCC is proud to offer the Paramedic Career Studies Certificate for training in advanced life support in the Emergency Medical Services framework. Through our training, you’ll be able to think fast in emergency situations to give the best care possible to those who need it.
Paramedics are hired to work with fire and rescue services, hospitals, local, state and federal government agencies, and other, similar organizations.
More Details
To complete the program, you’ll have to take 11 classes, which will add up to 28 credits. Among the classes you’ll take are “Advanced Pathophysiology,” “Advanced Pharmacology” and more.
Whether you are in class or outside taking part in a simulation, our faculty will guide you every step of the way. And the group of students you’ll be joining will become a second family, thanks to our small class size.
2017 Application Materials
Accreditation details
The Rappahannock Community College Paramedic program has been issued a Letter of Review by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). This letter is NOT a CAAHEP accreditation status, it is a status signifying that a program seeking initial accreditation has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the accreditation Standards through the Letter of Review Self Study Report (LSSR) and other documentation. Letter of Review is recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) for eligibility to take the NREMT’s Paramedic credentialing examination(s). However, it is NOT a guarantee of eventual accreditation.
To contact CAAHEP:
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
25400 U.S. Highway 19 North, Suite 158
Clearwater, FL 33763
www.caahep.org
To contact CoAEMSP:
8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-312
Rowlett TX 75088
(214) 703-8445
FAX (214) 703-8992
www.coaemsp.org
Curriculum
| # | Title | Lecture | Lab | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NAS 150 | Human Biology 1 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| # | Title | Lecture | Lab | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMS 205 | Advanced Pathophysiology | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| EMS 209 | Advanced Pharmacology | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| EMS 242 | ALS Clinical Internship III | 0 | 6 | 2 |
| EMS 243 | ALS Field Internship III | 0 | 6 | 2 |
| Total | 8 | 14 | 12 |
| # | Title | Lecture | Lab | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMS 201 | Professional Development | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| EMS 207 | Advanced Assessment | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| EMS 211 | Operations | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| EMS 216 | Paramedic Review | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| EMS 244 | ALS Clinical Internship IV | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| EMS 245 | ALS Field Internship IV | 1 | 6 | 2 |
| Total | 8 | 13 | 12 |
Total Minimum Credits: 28
1 BIO 141 should be taken if the student plans for education at the associate degree or baccalaureate levels.
The Rappahannock Community College Paramedic program has been issued a Letter of Review by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). This letter is NOT a CAAHEP accreditation status, it is a status signifying that a program seeking initial accreditation has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the accreditation Standards through the Letter of Review Self Study Report (LSSR) and other documentation. Letter of Review is recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) for eligibility to take the NREMT’s Paramedic credentialing examination(s). However, it is NOT a guarantee of eventual accreditation.
To contact CoAEMSP:
8301 Lakeview Parkway Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
214-703-8445
FAX 214-703-8992
www.coaemsp.org
FAQs
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Program Cost
Starting in the Fall 2017 semester, classes will cost $141.75 per credit hour
- Get complete payment options at our Tuition and Fees section.
Semester Begins Note for Programs
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