Syllabus | EMSP 1501 0841 - EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

EMSP 1501 0841 - EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

Introduction

EMT Syllabus

NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE

COURSE SYLLABUS

The North Central Texas College (NCTC) Course Syllabus provides the following as required by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB): (1) a brief description of the course including each major course requirement, assignment and examination; (2) the learning objectives for the course; (3) a general description of the subject matter of each lecture or discussion; and (4) any required or recommended readings. Contact information for the instructor is also provided. The Course Syllabus also provides institutional information to indicate how this course supports NCTC’s purpose and mission. Information specific to a particular section of the course will be included in the Class Syllabus and distributed to enrolled students.

Course Title: EMT-Basic
Course Prefix & Number: EMSP 1501	Section Number: 0840	Term Code: FA
Semester Credit Hours: 5	Lecture Hours: 130	Lab Hours:
Course Description (NCTC Catalog): Introduction to the level of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Includes all the skills necessary to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with an ambulance service or other specialized services.
Course Prerequisite(s): TSI Reading Assessment, Immunizations according to TEXAS DSHS, Drug Screen, Background Check, any additional requirements as indicated by the college.
Course Type: EMS □ - Academic General Education Course (from Academic Course Guide Manual but not in NCTC Core) □ - Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course ⌧ - WECM Course

Name of Instructor:	Jeramy Dowden
Campus/Office Location:	ATC Denton
Telephone Number:	Office:940-369-4850
E-mail Address:	jdowden@nctc.edu
Name of Chair/Coordinator:	Strider Floyd
Office Location:	Corinth Campus NCTC
Telephone Number:	940-498-6254
E-mail Address:	sfloyd@nctc.edu

REQUIRED OR RECOMMENDED COURSE MATERIALS

Internet, Reference Textbooks

COURSE REQUIREMENTS, EVALUATION METHODS AND GRADING CRITERIA

# of Graded Course Elements	Graded Course Elements	Percentage or Points Values
8	Exams	100
1	NIMS ICS 100,200,700,800	100
2	Final Exams	100

Grading Scale:

Grades are recorded according to student handbook policy. All grades will be recorded in the students Canvas App located on their mynctc account. A minimum grade of C or >75 must be earned to pass the class. The final exam must be passed with at least a 75 or higher to pass the class.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes. Should a student anticipate an absence from class, they should notify their instructor as soon as possible. Absences will be neither considered excused or unexcused. Students will be allowed the following absences.

EMT Course

Total of 8 hours

INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING GOALS

⌧ Quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees.

PROGRAM PURPOSE STATEMENT

NCTC seeks to implement its goal of providing quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees by offering a coherent sequence of courses with appropriate breadth and depth to prepare students for success in the workforce.

DEPARTMENTAL PURPOSE STATEMENT

The Emergency Medical Services department prepares EMT students for the National Registry certificate exams. After obtaining this certificate, the student is then able to apply for a license through the Texas Department of State Health Services. Upon successful completion of this process, the student is able to get a job as an emergency medical technician.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Pass the National Registry EMT practical and written examinations.
Perform an EMT-level patient assessment.
Form a general patient impression.
Formulate a patient care plan within their scope of practice.
Implement patient care.
Deliver patients to appropriate medical facilities or higher levels of care while delivering EMT-level care.
Demonstrate the personal and professional ethics and interpersonal skills that are expected in the emergency medical workplace.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER FOR EACH LECTURE/DISCUSSION

Topic	General Description of Subject Matter
See attached schedule


Student Rights & Responsibilities	NCTC Board policy FLB (Local) Student Rights and Responsibilities states that each student shall be charged with notice and knowledge of the contents and provisions of the rules and regulations concerning student conduct. These rules and regulations are published in the Student Handbook published in conjunction with the College Catalog. All students shall obey the law, show respect for properly constituted authority, and observe correct standards of conduct.
Scholastic Integrity	Scholastic dishonesty shall constitute a violation of college rules and regulations and is punishable as prescribed by Board policies. Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
ACCESS (Disability Support) Disability Services (OSD)	North Central Texas College is committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. NCTC is required by law to provide "reasonable accommodations" to students with disabilities, so as not to discriminate on the basis of that disability. It is the student’s responsibility to provide disability documentation to the ACCESS Office which authorizes accommodations for students with disabilities. The ACCESS Office is located in room 170 on the Corinth Campus and room 110 of the Administration (100) Building on the Gainesville Campus. Students can also call 940-668-7731 ext. 4321 or 940-498-6207. The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. A disability is anything that can interfere with learning, such as a learning disability, psychological challenge, physical illness or injury. Accommodations may include extra time on tests, tests in a distraction reduced environment, volunteer note taker in class, etc. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 in the Administration (100) Building or call 940-668-4209. Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209 to arrange for an intake appointment with OSD. North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112). http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx
Student Success Center	The Student Success Center is designed to help all students at NCTC develop tools to achieve their academic goals. The center links students to FREE tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, and free online tutoring in the evening. The program helps students acclimate to college by providing students free interactive workshops about Time Management, Study Skills, Test Anxiety, and much more. For more information, please visit your nearest Student Success Center.
Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Veterans Services Early Alert and CARES Support Services	The Financial Aid Office is responsible for administering a variety of programs for students who need assistance in financing their education. The first step for financial aid is to complete a FAFSA. For more information, please visit your nearest Financial Aid Office. The NCTC Early Alert program has been established to assist students who are at risk of failing or withdrawing from a course. Your instructor may refer you to this program if you are missing assignments, failing tests, excessively absent, or have personal circumstances impacting your academic performance. If submitted as an Early Alert you will be notified via your NCTC e-mail address and then contacted by a Counseling and Testing advisor or counselor to discuss possible strategies for completing your course successfully. The NCTC CARES (Campus Assessment Response Evaluation Services) Team addresses behavior which may be disruptive, harmful or pose a threat to to the health and safety of the NCTC community-such as stalking, harassment, physical or emotional abuse, violent or threatening behavior, or self-harm. As a student, you have the ability to report concerning behavior which could impact your own safety or the safety of another NCTC student. Just click the NCTC CARES Team logo posted on MyNCTC, or send an e-mail to CARESTeam@nctc.edu. As always, if you feel there is an immediate threat to your own safety or welfare (or to another student), please call 911 immediately. Counseling and Testing staff offer a variety of services to current and prospective students, such as College 101, placement testing, academic advising and course registration, transfer assistance, and College Success seminars (Time Management, Study Skills, Test Anxiety, Choosing a Major, Learning Style Strategies, Career Exploration), and much more. http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/CounselingTesting.aspx Student Success offers academic coaching, tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, free 24/7 online tutoring through Grade Results and assist new students acclimate to college by providing computer lab services for prospective students. First generation students can also participate in TRIO which offers specialized support services. http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices.aspx

Class Schedule

Denton ATC - EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN EMSP 1501

Fall 2020 (A-Day – P.M. Class Schedule)

DATE	Hours	SUBJECT
	2.25	Orientation Chapter 1 - EMS Systems
	2.25	Chapter 2 - Workforce Safety and Wellness Chapter 3 - Medical, Legal, and Ethical Issues
	2.25	EXAM #1: Chapters 1-2 Chapter 4 - Communications and Documentation
	2.25	Chapter 5 - Medical Terminology SKILLS DEMO: Vital Signs, Manual BP & Palp
	2.25	EXAM #2: Chapters 3-5 Chapter 6 - The Human Body
	2.25	Chapter 6 - The Human Body Continued Chapter 7 - Life Span Development
	2.25	Chapter 8 – Lifting and Moving Patients SKILLS DEMO: Lifting/Moving/ Backboard/ KED
	2.25	EXAM #3: Chapter 6-8 Assign FEMA ICS 100 www.training.fema.gov
	2.25	Chapter 9 - Patient Assessment SKILLS DEMO: Patient Assessment
	2.25	Chapter 10 - Airway Management Skills DEMO Apneic Patient, OPA, NPA, Oxygen Administration
	2.25	Chapter 11: Principles of Pharmacology SKILLS DEMO Epi-Pen, MDI, Nitro, Apneic Patient, OPA, NPA, Oxygen Administration
	2.25	Chapter 13: BLS Resuscitation
	2.25	Chapter 12: Shock
	2.25	Assign FEMA ICS 200 www.training.fema.gov EXAM #4: Chapter 9-13
	2.25	SKILLS DEMO: Patient Assessment
	2.25	EXAM #5: MIDTERM EXAM (Chapters 1-13)
	2.25	Chapter 14: Medical Overview
	2.25	Chapter 15: Respiratory Emergencies
	2.25	Chapter 16: Cardiovascular Emergencies
	2.25	Assign FEMA ICS 700 www.training.fema.gov Chapter 17: Neurologic Emergencies
	2.25	Chapter 18: Gastrointestinal and Urologic Emergencies
	2.25	Chapter 19: Endocrine and Hematologic Emergencies
	2.25	Chapter 20: Immunologic Emergencies
	2.25	Chapter 21: Toxicology EXAM #6: 14 - 23
	2.25	Assign FEMA ICS 800 www.training.fema.gov Chapter 22: Psychiatric Emergencies
	2.25	Chapter 23: Gynecologic Emergencies
	2.25	Chapter 24: Trauma Overview Exam #7
	2.25	Chapter 25: Bleeding
	2.25	Chapter 26: Soft Tissue Injuries Chapter 27: Face & Neck Injuries
	2.25	Chapter 28: Head & Spine Injuries Chapter 29: Chest Injuries
	2.25	Chapter 30: Abdominal & Genitourinary Injuries
	2.25	Chapter 31: Orthopedic Injuries Chapter 32: Environmental Emergencies
	2.25	Exam #8 Chapter 33: OB & Neonate
	2.25	Chapter 34: Pediatrics
	2.25	Chapter 35: Geriatric Emergencies
	2.25	Chapter 36: Patients with special Challenges
	2.25	As needed makeup
	2.25	Chapter 37: Transport Operations Chapter 38: Vehicle Extrication and Special Rescue
	2.25	Chapter 39: Incident Management Chapter 40:Terrorism Response and Disaster Management
	2.25	Final Exam - Chapters 1-40 – Counts Twice ICS Certificates. Each counts 25pts each Turn in ICS 100, 200, 700 & 800 Certificates for credit
	2.25	SKILLS DEMO: OB, Bleeding and Shock Management, Trauma Assessment, Splinting Long Bone and Joint, Tourniquet
	2.25	Christmas Break
TBA	12	Fire Department Ride-out Orientation & Observation

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