Paramedic Technology, Associate in Science

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

CourseTitleCreditsCore Academic Skill(s)
BIO121Anatomy & Physiology I

4

Quantitative Reason Intensive

Science Technology Intensive

BIO122Anatomy & Physiology II

4

Quantitative Reason Intensive

Science Technology Intensive

EMS103Introduction to Paramedicine

2

EMS104Pharmacology for the Paramedic

2

EMS105Pharmacology for the Paramedic Laboratory

1

EMS106Medical Emergencies

2

EMS107Medical Emergencies Laboratory

1

EMS108Trauma Emergencies

3

EMS109Trauma Emergencies Laboratory

1

EMS110Cardiovascular Emergencies

2

EMS111Cardiovascular Emergencies Laboratory

1

EMS112Special Populations in Paramedicine

2

Global Awareness Intensive

Information Literacy Intensive

Written Communication Intensive

EMS113Special Populations in Paramedicine Laboratory

1

EMS201Paramedicine Clinical Rotation

5

EMS202Paramedicine Field Rotation

4

ENG101English Composition I

3

ENG102English Composition II

3

HES201Healthcare Law and Ethics

3

HES207Clinical Pathophysiology

3

HES211Neonatal Resuscitation Program

1

PSY101Introduction to Psychology

3

Communications ElectiveSee Elective Advice

3

Computer Science ElectiveSee Elective Advice

3-4

Free ElectiveSee Elective Advice

3

Math ElectiveSee Elective Advice

3-4

Social Science ElectiveSee 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 PrerequisitesBIO121, 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

CourseTitleCreditsCore Academic Skill(s)

Year 1 Fall

CourseTitleCreditsCore Academic Skill(s)
BIO121Anatomy & Physiology I

4

Quantitative Reason Intensive

Science Technology Intensive

EMS103Introduction to Paramedicine

2

EMS104Pharmacology for the Paramedic

2

EMS105Pharmacology for the Paramedic Laboratory

1

EMS106Medical Emergencies

2

EMS107Medical Emergencies Laboratory

1

ENG101English Composition I

3

Year 1 Spring

CourseTitleCreditsCore Academic Skill(s)
BIO122Anatomy & Physiology II

4

Quantitative Reason Intensive

Science Technology Intensive

EMS108Trauma Emergencies

3

EMS109Trauma Emergencies Laboratory

1

EMS110Cardiovascular Emergencies

2

EMS111Cardiovascular Emergencies Laboratory

1

EMS112Special Populations in Paramedicine

2

Global Awareness Intensive

Information Literacy Intensive

Written Communication Intensive

EMS113Special Populations in Paramedicine Laboratory

1

Year 1 Summer

CourseTitleCreditsCore Academic Skill(s)
EMS201Paramedicine Clinical Rotation

5

HES211Neonatal Resuscitation Program

1

Year 2 Fall

CourseTitleCreditsCore Academic Skill(s)
EMS202Paramedicine Field Rotation

4

ENG102English Composition II

3

HES207Clinical Pathophysiology

3

HES201Healthcare Law and Ethics

3

PSY101Introduction to Psychology

3

Year 2 Spring

CourseTitleCreditsCore Academic Skill(s)
Communications ElectiveSee Elective Advice

3

Computer Science ElectiveSee Elective Advice

3-4

Math ElectiveSee Elective Advice

3-4

Free ElectiveSee Elective Advice

3

Social Science ElectiveSee Elective Advice

3

Total Credit Hours: 63