Paramedic
ClassesWhat is a Paramedic?
A paramedic is the highest trained level of pre-hospital care. Paramedics have the training to administer ECGs, start IVs, administer medications, as well as utilizing advanced airway devices. The paramedic has a high level of training in patient assessment and determining treatment modalities.
American/Backus Paramedic Program Consortium
The Paramedic program is an intense learning experience to prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains without exit points at the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, or Emergency Medical Responder levels.
To apply for the Paramedic Program please fill out the Paramedic Program Application and Reference Forms. Then submit the application and forms to us.
PREREQUISITES
- Must be 18 years of age to qualify for the National Registry Exam
- BLS for the Healthcare Provider Certification
- EMT (Connecticut, Rhode Island, or National Registry)
- Paramedic Application
- Tuitions and Fees
- Student Medical Clearance Form And Immunization Form
- Charter Oak State College Credit Assessment Program
Advanced Placement Policy: The Paramedic Program does not allow advanced placement.
NREMT Written & Practical
| Class Graduation Years | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 (current) | 4 Year Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| # of Students Starting Program | 6 | 12 | 12 | 6 | 9 |
| # of Graduates | 6 | 8 | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| # of Graduates have taken NREMT Exam | 6 | 8 | 9 | 1 | 6 |
| 1st Attempt Pass – Written | 6 | 8 | 9 | 1 | 6 |
| Subsequent Attempt Pass – Written | |||||
| Total Written Pass % | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| 1st Attempt Pass – Practical | 6 | 8 | 8 | 1 | 6 |
| Subsequent Attempt Pass – Practical | 1 | 1 | |||
| Total Pass % | 100% | 100% | 89% | 100% | 97.22% |
* Each class starts in September and is 12 – 18 months long.
Paramedic Program Outcomes
CAAHEP Accredited Paramedic Programs track and report outcome measures annually to the Committee on Accreditation for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).
The most current CoAEMSP Annual Report was for the calendar year 2018.
The most recent success rate for the National Registry of EMT Paramedic/State Cognitive exam was 100%.
The most recent positive placement rate for graduates was 90%. Positive placement is defined by the CoAEMSP as “Employed full or part-time in a related field and/or continuing his/her education and/or serving in the military.” Positive placement is measured at completion of the program.
The most recent retention rate was 83.3%.
Retention & Attrition Data
| Class Graduation Years | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 (current) | 2017 (current) | 3 Year Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attrition | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| % Attrition | 0.00% | 33.3% | 16.67% | 0% | 12.50% |
| % Retention | 100.00% | 66.67% | 83.3% | 100% | 87.50% |
*Each class starts in September and is 12-18 months long.
Positive Placement
| Class Graduation Years | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 (current) | 4 Year Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| # of Certified Graduates Employed in EMS | 6 | 8* | 9 | 1 | 5 |
| Positive Placement Rate | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100% | 100% |
*One graduate working as RN
To contact CAAHEP:
1361 Park Street
Clearwater, FL 33756
(727) 210-2350
www.caahep.org
To contact CoAEMSP:
Rowlett TX 75088
(214) 703-8445
FAX (214) 703-8992
www.coaemsp.org
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