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Course Description
 The
paramedic program covers all emergency medical concepts and techniques
currently considered to be within the responsibilities of the paramedic
(EMT-P) providing emergency care in a pre-hospital setting as set
forth by the Unit of Emergency Medical Services of the State of
Missouri. This program meets or exceeds course requirements established
by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Missouri Unit of
Emergency Medical Services. The education program will also cover
topics related to the future trends and care methodologies in emergency
medicine.
OVERVIEW OF PARAMEDIC PROGRAM
 The
Paramedic Education Program runs approximately twelve months
in duration, consisting of a didactic (classroom and lab) phase,
a clinical phase, and a field internship. Students are provided
with a challenging, comprehensive education with true field and
hospital experience. Students will complete a total of 1,250 “clock
hours” for all three phases.
Paramedic Curriculum
| Curriculum |
| Role/Responsibilities |
| Injury Prevention – Medical/Legal issues,
Ethics |
| Pharmacology |
| Vascular Access/Medication Administration |
| Human Development |
| Patient Communication & Documentation |
| Airway Management and Ventilation |
| Patient History/Physical Exam/Patient Assessment |
| Critical Thinking & Decision Making |
| Trauma Systems/Mechanism Injury |
| Bleeding & Shock |
| Soft-Tissue/Burns |
| Injuries |
| Respiratory |
| Cardiac Rhythm ID |
| Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Geriatrics |
| ACLS & PALS |
Prerequisites/Requirements
• Attend admission workshop
• Be 18 years of age
• Have High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Licensed as an Emergency Medical Technician with experience
Personal and Physical Skills
Personal skills include sincere interest in people, ability
to make judgments and decisions, work under stress, oral and written
communications, meeting strict standards, and deal with people.
Physical activities include lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling,
standing for long periods, reaching, using hands, talking, hearing,
seeing clearly up close and walking.
Related Occupations
There are some opportunities for advancement for those paramedics
who want to continue working as medical professionals, but in
some other capacity in the industry. Their training and experience
qualify them to work as instructors, dispatchers, supervisors,
operations managers, administrative directors, or executive directors
of emergency services.
Salary Range
The average salary for entry-level Paramedic is $30,000 (15.63
per hour) to an average of $50,000 ($26.04 per hour) for experienced
workers.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PROFESSION
 The
paramedic provides advanced pre-hospital emergency medical care
under medical command authority to acutely ill or injured patients
and/or transports patients by ambulance or other emergency vehicle.
The paramedic assumes the role of the leader of patient care,
and must manage not only the patient, but the scene at which care
is taking place. The paramedic might perform other medical services
under medical direction outside the hospital environment. The
paramedic should be able to:
- Demonstrate an awareness of abilities and limitations.
- Have the ability to relate to people.
- Have the capacity to make rational patient care decisions under
stress.
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Mission
Pike-Lincoln Technical Center provides skilled career and technical
education to meet the needs of students, employers, and the community.
Our students will gain improved confidence, employability skills,
and assistance with job and continuing education placement.
Our staff has an attitude of service so obvious and pleasing our
communities look to us as a good resource and for high-quality education.
STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
Applicants for admission and employment, employees and sources
of referral of applicants for admission and employment are hereby
notified the Pike-Lincoln Technical Center and Pike R-III School
District have assured they do not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap in admission or
access to, or treatment or employment in their programs and activities.
Any person having inquiries concerning Pike-Lincoln Technical
Center and Pike R-III School District compliance with regulations
implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX
of the Education Amendments of 1972, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation
Act of 1973, is directed to contact the Title IX and Section 504
Coordinator, Superintendent of Schools, Pike R-III School District,
(573-485-2488).
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