Emergency Medical Services (Limited Access Program), A.S. Degree

Program Information

A.S. Degree - Code 220800 - Catalog 2022/2023

Teresa Campbell, Senior Staff Assistant, 386-506-4122, Teresa.Campbell@daytonastate.edu

David McCallister, Assistant Chair, 386-506-4177, David.McCallister@daytonastate.edu

Jessica Paugh, Director, 386-506-4201, Jessica.Paugh@daytonastate.edu

Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes

Mission:

The mission of the Emergency Medical Services program is to provide students with the necessary training and practices to deliver high quality, caring patient care in the pre-hospital environment, emphasizing student success and embracing excellence and diversity.

Description:

The program prepares the student for state certification as an Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic. The Paramedic delivers pre-hospital life support care and transportation necessary for accident and emergency illness victims. Instruction covers IV therapy, advanced cardiac life support, advanced care skills for patients in shock, telemetry and communications. Graduates are qualified to work as basic EMTs or advanced care paramedics on ambulances, in hospital emergency rooms, intensive care units and emergency helicopter transport agencies, and they may also qualify for management positions. Credits earned in the EMT and Paramedic certificate programs will be counted toward completion of this degree. 

If student possesses a current National Registry EMT or Paramedic license, credits earned at another accredited institution may be eligible for transfer to Daytona State College .

College Accreditation: Daytona State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associates and bachelor’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Daytona State College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

AS Certificates That Lead To This Degree:

The following AS Certificates are embedded within this degree: Paramedic - 095700; Emergency Medical Technician - 096000. You may pursue the AS degree and also earn the AS certificates while completing the requirements for the degree, or pursue the AS certificates to develop or upgrade your skills. Contact your  academic advisor for details and course options.

Outcomes:

Graduates of the program will be able to:

  1. Exhibit effective communication within the Emergency Medical Service profession.

  2. Demonstrate professional behaviors consistent with the expectations for entry level Emergency Medical Service providers.

  3. Demonstrate safe practices within the Emergency Medical Service profession.

Financial Aid

This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program. 

Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grant, loans, and work program available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.

Additional Admission Requirements

  • General education courses may be completed without application to the EMS Department and can be taken at any time.

  • Enrollment in the EMS AS degree code does not guarantee admission into the EMT and Paramedic programs. EMS specific courses require a separate application for admission which contains a background check, drug screen, physical and immunization records.

  • Please consult 096000 Emergency Medical Technician Program Guide for application instructions.

  • Please consult 095700 Paramedic Program Guide for application instructions.

Careers

Paramedic/EMT graduates have been employed at the local public safety agencies, theme parks and local hospitals.

Note: It’s never too early to prepare for your career! Login to your Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board and create your personal account to submit your resume for review and search for jobs, and practice your interview skills with Big Interview. For questions, please email Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.

 

General Education Courses

General Education Core - 15 Credits

Communication Core (3 credits)

ENC1101Introduction to Composition

3

 

Mathematics Core (3 credits)

Choose One Course

MGF2106Survey in Mathematics

3

MGF2107Mathematics for Liberal Arts

3

MAC1105College Algebra

3

 

Natural Sciences Core (3 credits)

Choose One Course

AST1002Astronomy

3

BSC1005Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors)

3

CHM1020Chemistry in Society

3

EVR2001Introduction to Environmental Science

3

PHY1020Energy and its Environmental Effects

3

 

Humanities Core (3 credits)

ARH1000Art Appreciation

3

HUM2020Introduction to Humanities

3

LIT2000Literature and Culture

3

MUL1010Music Appreciation

3

PHI2010Introduction of Philosophy

3

THE1000Theatre Appreciation

3

 

Social Sciences Core (3 credits)

Choose One Course

AMH2020United States History 1865 to Present

3

POS2041American Federal Government

3

PSY1012General Psychology

3

Social Sciences Core: Students who need to satisfy the Civic Literacy Competency graduation requirement must take AMH2020 or POS2041.

 

Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.

 

Program Specific Courses

EMS1119CEmergency Medical Technician I and Lab

10

EMS1431Emergency Medical Technician Clinical/Field Experience

2

EMS1335Emergency Vehicle Operators Course

1

EMS2603CParamedic I and Lab

13

EMS2604CParamedic II and Lab

12

EMS2605CParamedic III and Lab

11

EMS2666Paramedic Clinical I

1

EMS2667Paramedic Clinical II

2

EMS2659Paramedic Field Internship

3

 

Program Elective (3 credits)

Choose One Course

CCJ1020Introduction to Criminal Justice

3

CCJ1080Introduction to Criminal Forensic Studies

3

PSC1121Physical Science

3

BSC1020Human Biology

3

PHI2600Introduction to Ethics

3

FFP2401Hazardous Materials I

3

FFP2740Fire Service Instructor

3

FFP2801Introduction to Command

3

HUN1201Human Nutrition

3

 

Sample Program of Study

Year 1

1st Semester

ENC1101Introduction to Composition

3

EMS1119CEmergency Medical Technician I and Lab

10

EMS1431Emergency Medical Technician Clinical/Field Experience

2

EMS1335Emergency Vehicle Operators Course

1

 

2nd Semester

Natural Sciences Core

3

Mathematics Core

3

Social Sciences Core

3

Program Elective

3

Humanities Core

3

Social Sciences Core: Students who need to satisfy the Civic Literacy Competency graduation requirement must take AMH2020 or POS2041.

 

3rd Semester

EMS2603CParamedic I and Lab

13

 

Year 2

1st Semester

EMS2604CParamedic II and Lab

12

EMS2666Paramedic Clinical I

1

 

2nd Semester

EMS2605CParamedic III and Lab

11

EMS2667Paramedic Clinical II

2

 

3rd Semester

EMS2659Paramedic Field Internship

3

Note: Sequence of courses may vary. Check catalog course descriptions for requisite requirements.

 

Total Credit Hours: 73