Paramedicine
Paramedicine AAS Degree (64 Credits)


Program Description
Graduates of the Paramedicine A.A.S. program will be eligible to take the national level Paramedicine exam and have the knowledge and skills necessary to be a competent and successful entry-level paramedic. The Paramedic (EMT-P) works in the exciting and expanding field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

This degree incorporates theoretical knowledge with extensive clinical application and experience. The specialization, advanced education and training in the care and transport of the critically ill and injured can mean the difference between life and death. AAS degree graduates have greater potential for upward progression in the career of pre-hospital care.

The St. Cloud Technical College Paramedicine AAS program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (AAHEP).

Career Opportunities
Career opportunities for paramedics include: private ambulance companies, hospitals, industry, city health agencies, fire departments and law enforcement agencies. Park services, ski patrols and other groups in many countries often educate their personnel to become Emergency Medical Technicians or Paramedics as part of their duties.


Acceptance Requirements and Credits
HLTH1440 Medical Terminology 1 Credit  

» CPR for Healthcare Provider and EMT Basic are also required before beginning the Paramedicine program. (must submit CPR and MN EMSRB EMT-B card)

» Applicant may only apply after successful completion of the acceptance requirements. These courses must be completed prior to starting the program.

» General Education requirements should be completed prior to starting core courses. Also, Anatomy and Physiology I is a pre-requisite to Paramedicine I.


Suggested Technical Studies Semester I and Credits
EMSP1400 Paramedicine I 3 Credits
EMSP1402 Paramedicine Skills I 3 Credits
EMSP1404 Emergency Pharmacology for Paramedics 2 Credits
EMSP1406 Paramedicine II 3 Credits
EMSP1408 Paramedicine Skills II 3 Credits
EMSP1430 BLS Ambulance Clinical 1 Credit  
HLTH1448 Infection Control 1 Credit  

Suggested Technical Studies Semester II and Credits
EMSC2460 ACLS Provider 1 Credit  
EMSC2462 PHTLS Provider 1 Credit  
EMSC2468 Pediatric Advanced Life Support/Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (PALS/NRP) 1 Credit  
EMSP1432 Critical Care Clinical 2 Credits
EMSP1434 Support Services Clinical 2 Credits
EMSP1440 ALS Ambulance Clinical 3 Credits
EMSP2410 Paramedicine III 4 Credits
EMSP2412 Paramedicine Skills III 2 Credits

Suggested Technical Studies Semester III and Credits
EMSC2472 PEPP Provider 1 Credit  
EMSP2438 Emergency Department Clinical 3 Credits
EMSP2442 Acute Care Clinical 2 Credits
EMSP2480 Paramedicine Externship 8 Credits

General Education and Credits
BLGY2320 Human Anatomy/Physiology II 4 Credits
BLGY2310 Human Anatomy/Physiology I 4 Credits
  Humanities 3 Credits
  Psychology 3 Credits
  Written Communication 4 Credits


Estimated cost for books and supplies: $2,500


PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum may change without notice. Your catalog of record may have different requirements.