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EMS 2136 Paramedic 2a: Clinical

The paramedic student is introduced to the hospital clinical setting where he/she will apply knowledge learned from the lecture and laboratory setting in the direct supervised care of patients. All students must complete 112 hours in the hospital setting. Seven practicum hours per week. This course must be followed by EMS 2137. The EMS program is accredited by the Ohio Division of EMS, Department of Public Safety. Accreditation number 326.

Division: Health Sciences
Department: Emergency Medical Services
Repeatable Credit: No
Offered Online: No

Prereqs: NONE   Approval of Department and background check, current vaccinations (including COVID-19), and a health certificate required 

Outcomes

  • Demonstrate introductory level patient care skills in the hospital setting.
  • Demonstrate introductory level professionalism when caring for patients in the hospital setting.
  • Demonstrate introductory level patient assessment skills in the hospital setting.

Credit Hours: 1

Practicum Hours: 7