Paramedicine

Associate in Applied Science

Modes of Instruction

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Demand for emergency medical services continues to increase and job growth in the field of emergency medical services is excellent. EMT Paramedics enjoy good job security, as emergency services are an essential part of the healthcare system. According to labor market statistics, the need for emergency medical personnel is growing, so now is the time to become part of this exciting field.

Students completing KC's Associate in Applied Science degree in Paramedicine will enter the profession as an EMT/Paramedic licensed at both State and National Levels. This degrees signifies that the student has met all requirements to be certified by the State of Illinois Department of Public Health to be employed in the field of emergency medicine.

Completion of the A.A.S. in Paramedicine degree does not guarantee licensure. There are some conditions for which the Illinois Department of Public Health may refuse to issue a license. Please consult with the Coordinator for EMS Education to avoid license application hindrances.

The Goal of the Paramedicine program is: To prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains with or without exit points at the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician and/or Emergency Medical Technician, and/or Emergency Medical Responder levels.

The Paramedicine program prepares students to pass the National Registry of EMTs Paramedic certification examination and practice as Registered Paramedics.

CAAHEP Accredited Paramedic Programs and CoAEMSP Letter of Review (LoR) 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 2022.

The 2022 success rate for the National Registry of EMT Paramedic Cognitive exam was 100%.

The 2022 positive placement rate for graduates was 100%. Positive placement is defined by the CoAEMSP as being employed full or part-time in a related field and/or continuing their education and/or serving in the military. Positive placement is measured at the completion of the program.

The 2022 retention rate was 25%.

No graduates have tested during the 2023 reporting year.

No graduates during the 2021 reporting year.

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Clinical Experience

During the program, in planned semesters, each student is prepared for career opportunities in the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), including, but not limited to, urban and rural ambulance services and/or fire departments; hospital Emergency Room Services personnel; industrial emergency services personnel; clinical personnel; and positions overseas.

What You Can Do

Paramedic/EMT
Paramedic-First Responder

Program Details

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- Current EMT/Basic or EMT/intermediate license.
- Current Healthcare provider CPR card or equivalent course as recognized by the Illinois Department of Public Health.
- Students are required to have a physical prior to the start of the Paramedicine program.
All exam and immunization fees are the responsibility of the student.
During the second and third semesters each student is required to complete clinical experience. The Coordinator for EMS Education will be responsible for assigning the appropriate field environments for each student.

Curriculum

First Semester
BIOL-121	Anatomy & Physiology Full 16 weeks	4.00
PARM-101	Paramedic I 1st 8 weeks	9.00
PARM-135	Paramedic Clinicals I 1st 8 weeks	2.00
PARM-102	Paramedic II 2nd 8 weeks	9.00
PARM-145	Paramedic Clinicals II 2nd 8 weeks	2.00
		26.00

Second Semester
BIOL-122	Anatomy & Physiology Full 16 weeks	4.00
PARM-225	Women, Children, & Elderly 1st 8 weeks	4.00
PARM-245	Trauma Emergencies 1st 8 weeks	5.00
PARM-160	Paramedic Clinicals III 1st 8 weeks	2.00
PARM-260	Advanced EMS Operations 2nd 8 weeks	4.00
PARM-155	Paramedic Field Internship I 2nd 8 weeks	4.00
		23.00

Summer Semester
ENGL-101	English Composition	3.00
PARM-156	Paramedic Field Internship II	4.00
		7.00

Fourth Semester
SOCO-101	Sociology	3.00
COMM-103	Fundamentals of Speech Communication	3.00
PSYH-101	Psychology	3.00
		9.00

Students must meet college English and math requirements. Students must have completed biology, algebra, and computer skills, one semester in college or two semesters in high school with grades of “C” or better in all classes. All students must submit an Admission Worksheet for the Paramedicine Program. All students accepted into the AAS Degree or Certificate Paramedicine Program must have and maintain a current Illinois EMT, A-EMT or EMT-I license. All program participants shall maintain their qualifying license throughout completion of the program and successful completion of the licensure examination. Students must successfully complete all PARM courses with a grade of 80% or better to be eligible to continue in the program. Students enrolling in the AAS Degree or Certificate Paramedicine Program should be aware that clinical facilities require criminal background checks and drug screening of those involved in any aspect of patient care. Based on this, Kaskaskia College will require background checks and drug screening upon entry into the program and prior to assignment in clinical and internship settings. Students will not be allowed to participate in clinical courses when their background check or drug screen makes them ineligible for the work to be performed. The cost of such screening will be included in program fees. Additionally, clinical facilities require proof of vaccinations of those involved in any aspect of patient care. Based on this, Kaskaskia College will require proof of vaccinations upon entry into the program and prior to assignment in clinical and internship settings. These requirements will be communicated to applicants when provisionally accepted into the program. Students who successfully complete all required courses and meet eligibility requirements outlined by the Illinois Department of Health, National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, and Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions will be eligible to sit for National Registry Paramedic certification testing. If, in the opinion of the program coordinator and/or director, any student's work, conduct or health might have a detrimental effect on patients or personnel within a clinical agency, said student may be withdrawn from the clinical setting. The Kaskaskia College Paramedicine Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

Cost

First Semester
tuition (26 credit hours)	$3536.00
student services fee (26 credit hours)	$624.00
lab fee	$640.00
books	$624.00
	$5424.00

Second Semester
tuition (23 credit hours)	$3128.00
student services fee (23 credit hours)	$552.00
lab fee	$412.00
books	$552.00
	$4644.00

Summer Semester
tuition (7 credit hours)	$952.00
student services fee (7 credit hours)	$168.00
lab fee	$76.00
books	$168.00
	$1364.00

Fourth Semester
tuition (9 credit hours)	$1224.00
student services fee (9 credit hours)	$216.00
books	$216.00
	$1656.00

Additional Expenses
paramedic licensure test fee	$75.00
clinical uniform	$130.00
stethoscope and trauma shears	$70.00
insurance	$79.00
physical exam and TB test	$100.00
drug screen/background check	$95.00
	$549.00

The Kaskaskia College Paramedicine Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

To Contact CAAHEP

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355 - 113th St. N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
www.caahep.org

To Contact COAEMSP

8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-312
Rowlett TX 75088
(214) 703-8445
FAX (214) 703-8992
www.coaemsp.org
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The Kaskaskia College Paramedicine program meets licensure requirements in the state of Illinois.

Higher education institutions and the U.S. Department of Education share a common goal: to support students in educational programs that lead to state licensure, enabling them to fulfill the educational requirements necessary for employment in their chosen field. According to U.S. Department of Education regulations 34 CFR 668.14(b)(32), starting July 1, 2024, all institutions must disclose whether the curriculum for Title IV-eligible programs designed or advertised as leading to professional licensure or certification required for employment meets state educational requirements where a student is located. Disclosure is required regardless of a program's modality. Academic programs that provide a path to optional, national, or industry certifications do not require disclosure.

Kaskaskia College strives to ensure that information regarding educational requirements for licensure or certification is up to date; however, state requirements may change. Beyond educational requirements, state licensure boards may require applicants to complete professional examinations, background checks, years of professional experience, residency requirements, jurisprudence exams, and other training.

The new U.S. Department of Education regulations, 34 CFR 668.14(b)(32) require colleges to assign programs leading to licensure or certification to one of two categories; Yes, meets state requirements or No, does not meet state requirements.

Kaskaskia Colleges educational programs are designed to meet licensure requirements in the state of Illinois regardless of the modality of instruction. The programs listed below meet educational requirements for professional licensure or certification for that occupation in Illinois:

Associate Degree Nursing

Cosmetology

Dental Assisting

Emergency Medical Technician

Nail Technology

Paramedicine

Physical Therapy Assistant

Practical Nursing

Radiologic Technology

Respiratory Therapy

Sonography

Kaskaskia College cannot guarantee licensure or certification in other states. State laws, regulations, and policies governing professional licensure may change at any time. The decision to grant a license or certification is the purview of the state. Only state licensing agencies or boards can determine whether an academic program meets or partially meets educational

requirements for licensure. Kaskaskia College cannot guarantee an individual's attainment of any professional licensure or certification, in any field, in any state. At this time, per regulations, the College must assign, No, does not meet requirements in states other than Illinois.

Students are encouraged to contact the appropriate state licensing authority directly to determine if Kaskaskia Colleges program meets the educational requirements for licensure before beginning the program. Many Kaskaskia College licensure and certification program graduates have successfully transferred into careers and obtained licensure or certification in states other than Illinois.

Total Cost

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate passing scores on licensure examinations at/or above national average first time success rates as defined by CoAEMSP standards.
Execute concepts of clinically competent entry-level EMT-Paramedic at completion of program.
Demonstrate mastery of critical thinking concepts.
Exhibit mastery of professional and effective communication techniques.

Students completing this degree must also complete curriculum requirements aligned with General Education Student Learning Outcomes.