Associate in Science

Emergency Medical Services

No new students may elect the A.S. Fire Science Program – Emergency Medical Services option for the 2020–2021 academic year.

Overview

The Fire Science Program – Emergency Medical Services option is designed to expand the educational development of the Emergency Medical Services. Material covered in this program will expand the skill and education of persons working in the field or in administrative areas of Emergency Medical Services.

Students who are matriculated and place into developmental math and/or English are required to begin the course sequence in the first semester. Please see an advisor with questions.

Pre-admission Requirement: To enroll in this program, students must be a licensed EMT.

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Department: Health Sciences
Degree Type: Associate in Science
Related Associate Degree:
AS Fire Science Program – Fire Science Option
Related Certificate:
Paramedic

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of the Fire Science Program- Emergency Medical Services Option, students are able to:

Apply principles and current practices of fire protection techniques
Use effective communication skills to build relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and members of the community.
Perform the role of a fire protection officer using established standards, guidelines, and regulations.
Observe, analyze, assess, and implement an effective operation plan in fire protection and emergency medical service situations.
Apply principles and practices of specialized technical operations teams.
Integrate leadership principles to perform roles of increasing responsibility within fire protection and emergency medical service organizations.

Career Outlook

This program is designed to provide professional training for students interested in careers in the Emergency Medical Services field with opportunities in municipal, state, and federal agencies, industry, insurance companies, hospitals and various medical offices. Applicants for the Fire Science Program – Emergency Medical Services Option must be able to meet the physical demands and satisfy the behavioral capabilities as outlined in the Program’s Technical Standards.

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