Paramedic Internship I

Catalog description

6 cr. hrs.; 0 lecture hours; 18 lab hours per week. Prerequisites: NREMT certificate (EMT) or EMT license. Concurrent enrollment in EMS 201 and EMS 203 This is a hands-on clinical and field internship designed to provide students with real-world experience in patient care. Through 250 hours of direct clinical practice, including time in the Emergency Department, Respiratory Therapy, and Field Internship, students will apply classroom knowledge to assess and treat patients in dynamic, high-pressure environments. Students will refine their ability to safely perform psychomotor skills, make critical clinical decisions, and develop differential diagnoses in both medical and trauma cases. Emphasis is placed on applying evidence-based practices, adhering to safety protocols, and ensuring accurate documentation of assessments and interventions. In the field, students will work alongside experienced paramedics to deliver care, administer medications, and manage patient care across various settings. Professional behaviors, including integrity, empathy, teamwork, and cultural competency, are emphasized throughout the internship, preparing students to perform as entry-level paramedics upon program completion.