The Associate Degree in Science in Paramedic Technology prepares students for careers in Emergency Medical Service. The program is presented through a series of lecture, laboratory, hospital clinical and field internship experiences. The program meets the requirements of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health/Office of Emergency Medical Services and national guidelines for paramedic education. Graduates are eligible to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians examination. Students must earn a grade of C or higher in all EMT, BIO and HES courses in order to graduate.
A minimum of 63 credits is required for graduation.
Any student enrolled in an associate degree program who is new to NECC and has no academic history at the college, must take at least one course designated as intensive in each of NECC’s six-core academic skills-in order to graduate. In most cases, the program’s core required courses include these intensive courses. Students should select electives that meet core academic skills that are not met by the required courses. Plan to see an advisor for more complete information about this graduation requirement.
Additional Admission Criteria and Information
Please find additional information here: Required Forms/Criteria Packets for Health Programs.
CORI/CHRI/SORI
Students interested in participation in this academic program are required to undergo a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) check and/or a Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check. For more information, visit the CORI/CHRI/SORI page on the NECC website.
Northern Essex Community College is committed to the success of every student. Students with legal issues in their background will meet with a committee as part of the CORI/CHRI/SORI process and will receive guidance and counseling throughout the review of their records. NECC personnel make every effort to help students prepare for careers in their chosen field. Students are encouraged to seek assistance and support.
CPR
Students are required to be CPR Certified at the Health Care Provider/ Professional Rescuer level prior to the start of clinical courses.
Drug Screening
Students enrolled in this academic program are required to pass a drug screening analysis.
Health
Students are required to complete a health evaluation, including the Hepatitis B immunization series, prior to final acceptance to the Program.
Student Professional Liability Insurance
Students are required to carry professional liability insurance. The premium is to be paid at the time of course registration.
Requirements
| BIO121 | Anatomy & Physiology I | 4 | Quantitative Reason Intensive Science Technology Intensive |
| BIO122 | Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 | Quantitative Reason Intensive Science Technology Intensive |
| EMS103 | Introduction to Paramedicine | 2 | |
| EMS104 | Pharmacology for the Paramedic | 2 | |
| EMS105 | Pharmacology for the Paramedic Laboratory | 1 | |
| EMS106 | Medical Emergencies | 2 | |
| EMS107 | Medical Emergencies Laboratory | 1 | |
| EMS108 | Trauma Emergencies | 3 | |
| EMS109 | Trauma Emergencies Laboratory | 1 | |
| EMS110 | Cardiovascular Emergencies | 2 | |
| EMS111 | Cardiovascular Emergencies Laboratory | 1 | |
| EMS112 | Special Populations in Paramedicine | 2 | Global Awareness Intensive Information Literacy Intensive Written Communication Intensive |
| EMS113 | Special Populations in Paramedicine Laboratory | 1 | |
| EMS201 | Paramedicine Clinical Rotation | 5 | |
| EMS202 | Paramedicine Field Rotation | 4 | |
| ENG101 | English Composition I | 3 | |
| ENG102 | English Composition II | 3 | |
| HES201 | Healthcare Law and Ethics | 3 | |
| HES207 | Clinical Pathophysiology | 3 | |
| HES211 | Neonatal Resuscitation Program | 1 | |
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | |
| Communications Elective | See Elective Advice | 3 | |
| Computer Science Elective | See Elective Advice | 3-4 | |
| Free Elective | See Elective Advice | 3 | |
| Math Elective | See Elective Advice | 3-4 | |
| Social Science Elective | See Elective Advice | 3 | |
Elective Advice:
Communications Elective: See an Advisor
Computer Science Elective: Choose 1 course from the following: CIS110, CIS112, CIS113, CIS210
Free Elective: SPN105 recommended (must meet Public Presentation Intensive)
Math Elective: MAT111 or higher
Social Science Elective: SOC204 recommended
Schedule Tips: EMS103, EMS104, EMS105, EMS106, EMS107 offered FALL ONLY; EMS108, EMS109, EMS110, EMS111, EMS112, EMS113 offered SPRING ONLY
Courses with Prerequisites: BIO121, BIO122, EMS103, EMS104, EMS105, EMS106, EMS107, EMS108, EMS109, EMS110, EMS111, EMS112, EMS113, EMS201, EMS202, ENG102, HES207
Milestone Courses: BIO121, BIO122, EMS110, EMS201, EMS202
Recommended Course Sequence/Pathway Paramedic Technology Associate Degree
Year 1 Fall
| BIO121 | Anatomy & Physiology I | 4 | Quantitative Reason Intensive Science Technology Intensive |
| EMS103 | Introduction to Paramedicine | 2 | |
| EMS104 | Pharmacology for the Paramedic | 2 | |
| EMS105 | Pharmacology for the Paramedic Laboratory | 1 | |
| EMS106 | Medical Emergencies | 2 | |
| EMS107 | Medical Emergencies Laboratory | 1 | |
| ENG101 | English Composition I | 3 | |
Year 1 Spring
| BIO122 | Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 | Quantitative Reason Intensive Science Technology Intensive |
| EMS108 | Trauma Emergencies | 3 | |
| EMS109 | Trauma Emergencies Laboratory | 1 | |
| EMS110 | Cardiovascular Emergencies | 2 | |
| EMS111 | Cardiovascular Emergencies Laboratory | 1 | |
| EMS112 | Special Populations in Paramedicine | 2 | Global Awareness Intensive Information Literacy Intensive Written Communication Intensive |
| EMS113 | Special Populations in Paramedicine Laboratory | 1 | |
Year 1 Summer
| EMS201 | Paramedicine Clinical Rotation | 5 | |
| HES211 | Neonatal Resuscitation Program | 1 | |
Year 2 Fall
| EMS202 | Paramedicine Field Rotation | 4 | |
| ENG102 | English Composition II | 3 | |
| HES207 | Clinical Pathophysiology | 3 | |
| HES201 | Healthcare Law and Ethics | 3 | |
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | |
Year 2 Spring