EMS 115
FIRST RESPONDER
3 CR. (3L)
Provides the student with core knowledge and skills to function in the capacity of a first responder arriving at the scene of an emergency, providing supportive care until advanced EMS help arrives.
EMS 116
FIRST RESPONDER REFRESHER
2 CR. (2L)
Provides the First Responder student with needed updates and review materials to renew and maintain the First Responder certificate.
EMS 125
EMT BASIC
9 CR. (6L/4.5 LBV)
PRQ: REA 060 or equivalent assessment test score. CORQ: HPR 102. Enables the student after successful completion of this course to take the EMT Certification Examination subject to the requirements of the Colorado Department of Health and Environment. Includes written and practical examinations. Student must be at least 18 years of age.
EMS 126
EMT BASIC REFRESHER
3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)
PRQ: EMT-Basic certification, or eligible for re-certification. Provides required didactic and skills review for renewing EMT students. Accommodates the needs of the re-entry EMT student.
EMS 130
EMT INTRAVENOUS THERAPY
2 CR. (1L/1.5 LBV)
PRQ: EMS 125. Focuses on cognitive and skill practice as required by Colorado Prehospital Care program for EMT Basic level IV approval. Examines criteria, procedures and techniques for ICV therapy, discusses fluid and electrolyte balance and principles and treatment for shock. S/U
EMS 170
EMT BASIC CLINICAL
1 CR. (1.5 LBV)
Provides the EMT student with the clinical experience required of initial and some renewal processes. S/U
EMS 175
SPECIAL TOPICS: BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
.5-10 CR. (L/LBV/INT)
Provides the student with Continuing Medical Education at the First Responder or EMT Basic Level. Courses may be combined in an entire program to meet Prehospital Care Program requirements for renewal of certificates. S/U
EMS 178
EMS SEMINAR
1 CR. (1L)
Provides the student with the opportunity to explore local interests and needs in a less formal setting. S/U
EMS 180
EMT CLINICAL INTERNSHIP
2 CR. (6 INT)
Provides the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with a supervised clinical learning experience that goes beyond the initial EMT requirements for the State of Colorado Department of Health. Enables the student to work with an assigned preceptor for 90 hours of clinical experience to develop an understanding of the role and responsibilities of the EMT-Basic. S/U
EMS 203
EMT INTERMEDIATE I
6 CR. (6L)
PRQ: MAT 060 or equivalent assessment test score, EMS 125. CORQ: EMS 270. Course provides preparatory information and is the first part of the EMT Intermediate program.
EMS 205
EMT INTERMEDIATE II
6 CR. (3L/9 INT)
PRQ: EMS 203, EMS 270. Serves as the second course for EMT Intermediate certification.
EMS 206
EMT INTERMEDIATE REFRESHER
3 CR. (3L)
PRQ: EMT-I Certification or eligible for recertification. Meets or exceeds minimum requirements for renewing EMT Intermediate or EMT Intermediates in the re-entry program. S/U
EMS 207
EMT INTERMEDIATE 99 TRANSITION
2 CR. (2L)
Meets or exceeds the requirements for renewing EMT-Intermediate 85s to upgrade their certification to the Intermediate 99 DOT curriculum.
EMS 213
PREHOSPITAL TRAUMA LIFE SUPPORT
1 CR. (1L)
Provides basic and/or advanced trauma life support information and skill practice. S/U
EMS 220
PARAMEDIC REFRESHER
3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)
PRQ: EMT-P certification or eligibility for recertification. Updates the EMT-P in four specific areas of prehospital emergency care. Includes trauma, medical, Advanced Life Support (ALS) and elective topics focused on ancillary issues in EMS. S/U
EMS 225
FUNDAMENTALS OF PARAMEDIC PRACTICE
3 CR. (3L)
PRQ: Current certification/licensure as an EMT-Basic or EMT-Intermediate, pre-screening examination, acceptance into the EMT-Paramedic training program, instructor approval. Serves as the first course of the National Standard Paramedic Curriculum as approved by the Colorado State Department of Health and Environment.
EMS 226
FUNDAMENTALS OF PARAMEDIC PRACTICE - LAB
2 CR. (3LBV)
PRQ: Currently enrolled in EMS 225, or have successfully completed EMS 225. Current complete all pre-course screening requirements, including drug test and criminal background check. Instructor approval. Serves as the lab experience to coincide with EMS 225 topics
EMS 227
PARAMEDIC SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
3 CR. (3L)
PRQ: Current certification/licensure as an EMT-Basic or EMT-Intermediate, pre-screening examination, acceptance into the EMT-Paramedic training program, instructor approval, successful completion of BIO 201 and BIO 202, EMS 228 and EMS 229 Focuses on a comprehensive study of Advanced Life Support Practice.
EMS 228
PARAMEDIC SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS LAB
2 CR. (3LBV)
PRQ: Currently enrolled in EMS 227. This course is the laboratory experience course for Paramedic students currently enrolled in EMS 227, Paramedic Special Considerations. Serves as the lab experience for those students enrolled in EMS 227.
EMS 229
PARAMEDIC PHARMACOLOGY
3 CR. (3L)
PRQ: Current certification/licensure as an EMT-Basic or EMT-Intermediate, pre-screening examination, acceptance into the EMT-Paramedic training program, instructor approval. Focuses on a comprehensive study of emergency pharmacology.
EMS 230
PARAMEDIC PHARMACOLOGY LAB
2 CR. (3 LBV)
PRQ: Currently enrolled in EMS 229, or have successfully completed EMS 229. Current certification as an EMT-B or EMT-I. Successfully complete all pre-course screening requirements, including drug test and criminal background check. Instructor approval. Serves as the required lab course in the paramedic education program.
EMS 231
PARAMEDIC CARDIOLOGY
5 CR. (5L)
PRQ: Current certification/licensure as an EMT-Basic or EMT-Intermediate, pre-screening examination, acceptance into the EMT-Paramedic training program, instructor approval, successful completion of BIO 201 and BIO 202, EMS 228 and EMS 229. Addresses cardiology topics as presented in the National Standard Curriculum for paramedics.
EMS 232
PARAMEDIC CARDIOLOGY LAB
1 CR. (1.5 LBV)
PRQ: Current certification/licensure as an EMT-Basic or EMT-Intermediate, pre-screening examination, acceptance into the EMT-Paramedic training program, instructor approval, successful completion of BIO 201 & BIO 202, EMS 228 & EMS 229, currently enrolled in EMS 231 or have successfully completed EMS 231, pass drug screening and criminal background check. Incorporates a hands-on application of principles of cardiac care in the hospital environment.
EMS 233
PARAMEDIC MEDICAL EMERGENCIES
4 CR. (4L)
PRQ: Current certification/licensure as an EMT-Basic or EMT-Intermediate, pre-screening examination, acceptance into the EMT-Paramedic training program, instructor approval, successful completion of BIO 201 and BIO 202, EMS 228 and EMS 229. Focuses on a comprehensive study of adult medical emergencies.
EMS 234
PARAMEDIC MEDICAL EMERGENCIES LAB
1 CR. (1.5 LBV)
PRQ: Current certification/licensure as an EMT-Basic or EMT-Intermediate, pre-screening examination, acceptance into the EMT-Paramedic training program, instructor approval, successful completion of BIO 201 & BIO 202, EMS 228 & EMS 229, currently enrolled in or have successfully completed EMS 233. Focuses on a clinical study of adult and pediatric medical emergencies.
EMS 235
PARAMEDIC TRAUMA EMERGENCIES
4 CR. (4L)
PRQ: Current certification/licensure as an EMT-Basic or EMT-Intermediate, pre-screening examination, acceptance into the EMT-Paramedic training program, instructor approval, successful completion of BIO 201 & BIO 202, EMS 228 & EMS 229. Focuses on a comprehensive study of adult and pediatric trauma emergencies.
EMS 236
PARAMEDIC TRAUMA EMERGENCIES LAB
1 CR. (1.5 LBV)
PRQ: Current certification/licensure as an EMT-Basic or EMT-Intermediate, pre-screening examination, acceptance into the EMT-Paramedic training program, instructor approval, successful completion of BIO 201 & BIO 202, EMS 228 & EMS 229, currently enrolled in or have successfully completed EMS 235. Serves as a lab presenting various acute trauma scenarios.
EMS 237
PARAMEDIC INTERNSHIP PREPARATORY
2 CR. (2L)
PRQ: Current certification/licensure as an EMT-Basic or EMT-Intermediate, pre-screening examination, acceptance into the EMT-Paramedic training program, instructor approval, successful completion of EMS 231, EMS 233, EMS 234, EMS 235, and EMS 236. Reviews concepts and techniques used in the prehospital setting.
EMS 270
CLINICAL: EMS INTERMEDIATE
3 CR. (4.5 LBV)
CORQ: EMS 203. Provides the EMT-I student with the required field experiences as required by the Colorado Department of Health.
EMS 273
PARAMEDIC CLINICAL
6 CR. (9 LBV
Offers laboratory/clinical requirement for students enrolled in EMS 238 and/or EMS 240. Students will participate in clinical rotations at local hospitals where they will apply the Advanced Life Support skills taught in the related didactic courses. Students must be enrolled in EMS 238 and/or EMS 240 when taking this course. Enrollment in this course must be approved by the EMS Program Coordinator and/or the Department Chair.
EMS 275
SPECIAL TOPICS
.5-10 CR. (L/LBV/INT)
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. S/U
EMS 280
PARAMEDIC INTERNSHIP I
6 CR. (18 INT)
PRQ: EMS 237. Serves as the preceptor/internship program for paramedic students.
EMS 281
PARAMEDIC INTERNSHIP II
6 CR. (18 INT)
PRQ: 280. Serves as the continuation of EMS 240, preceptor program for paramedic students.
EMS 282
EMT INTERMEDIATE INTERNSHIP
.25-6 CR. (.75-18 INT)
PRQ: EMS 203, EMS 270. CORQ: EMS 205. Provides the EMT- Intermediate with a supervised clinical learning experience that meets or exceeds the requirements for the State of Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Enables the student to work with a preceptor for clinical and internship experience to develop an understanding of advanced life support patient care and assessment.