Paramedic

Certificate Description

Paramedic provides students with the training necessary to become licensed as Paramedics through the state of Utah as well as the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

Objectives

  • Demonstrate patient assessment of the medical and trauma patient
  • Identify and apply cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills in a simulated out-of-hospital environment
  • Understand basic pharmacology and provide IV medications/administration
  • Perform advanced airway management and ventilation
  • Safely treat injuries and illnesses in pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients
  • Safely treat injuries and illnesses using the entire spectrum of paramedic protocols under the supervision of an approved preceptor
  • Work cooperatively with professionals in the field

Students receive instruction in classroom and lab settings along with participating in clinical and field settings involving real patients.  Following successful completion of the program, graduates will be recommended to sit for the licensure exam.

Student transcripts are permanently maintained in Jenzabar, the college’s student information system.

Admissions & Downloads

Paramedic is accomplished through continuous, sequential instruction, which progresses from simple to complex concepts and theories. Theory and skills are taught concurrently and utilized immediately, first in a simulated lab setting, then in health care facilities under the supervision of clinical faculty.

The Bridgerland Technical College Paramedic program has been issued a Letter of Review by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). This letter is NOT a CAAHEP accreditation status, it is a status signifying that a program seeking initial accreditation has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the accreditation standards through the Letter of Review Self Study Report (LSSR) and other documentation. Letter of Review is recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) for eligibility to take the NREMT’s Paramedic credentialing examination(s). However, it is NOT a guarantee of eventual accreditation.

To contact CoAEMSP:
214-703-8445
www.coaemsp.org

The Bridgerland Technical College Paramedic program holds a Letter of Review, which is NOT a CAAHEP accreditation status but is a status granted by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP) signifying that a program seeking initial accreditation has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the accreditation standards through the Letter of Review Self Study Report (LSSR) and other documentation. However, it is NOT a guarantee of eventual accreditation.

Minimum Expectation (CAAHEP Standard II.C): “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.”

Individuals applying for National Paramedic Certification (NRP) must meet the following requirements:

  • Current National Registry Certification or state license at the EMT level, or higher.
  • Successful completion of a CAAHEP-accredited Paramedic education program (or an education program that has been issued a CoAEMSP”Letter of Review”) within the past two years. The course Program Director must verify the candidate’s successful completion of the course through the National Registry website.
  • Complete a psychomotor competency portfolio. (Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing).
  • Have a current CPR-BLS for “Healthcare Provider” or equivalent credential.
  • Successful completion of the National Registry cognitive (knowledge)and psychomotor (skills) exams.

Paramedic Application
Student Handbook

Certificate Courses

Additional Requirements

WorkKeys Assessment: Workplace Documents (Level 4), Graphic Literacy (Level 4), and Applied Math (Level 4). Prospective students must successfully complete the basic academic assessment and provide a copy of the Assessment Center letter and score sheet with his/her completed application. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (435) 750-3188.

Individuals must apply for admission into the program. Other application requirements include current EMT Licensure, current CPR certification-AHA BLS Provider, Vaccination Requirements, and other prerequisite courses. Please see Paramedic Application for further information.

Clinical courses require travel to Logan, Brigham City, and occasionally Salt Lake City areas. A non-refundable $50 background check fee is required and must be completed before class begins. In addition, drug screens are a requirement for this program.

Immunizations are required to participate in all clinical areas. Details are available in the Student Handbook.

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The Paramedic program admits students through an application process. The application deadline for the next student cohort is August 1, 2022. The program will inform students of acceptance and coursework will begin in September..

WorkKeys Assessment: Workplace Documents (Level 4), Graphic Literacy (Level 4), and Applied Math (Level 4). Prospective students must successfully complete the basic academic assessment and provide a copy of the Assessment Center letter and score sheet with his/her completed application. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (435) 750-3188. Individuals must apply for admission into the program. Clinical courses require travel to Logan, Brigham City and occasionally Salt Lake City areas. A non-refundable $50 background check fee is required and must be completed before class begins. In addition, drug screens are a requirement of this program. Immunizations are required to participate in all clinical areas. Details are available in the Student Handbook.

Bridgerland Technical College participates in a variety of assistance programs that aid students in covering the costs associated with enrollment in full-time certificate programs. The Financial Aid Office provides information for grants, scholarships, and VA education benefits. Bridgerland Technical College does not participate in or endorse any loan program. The Financial Aid Office is located at the Main Campus, 1301 North 600 West.

Estimated Tuition & Fees

$4,692 - this is an estimate
Course fees may vary.

Pell Eligible: Yes

Estimated Monthly Payment:

$469 - based on full-time enrollment.

Campus Locations

Logan Campus

Quick Facts

Certificate Duration
1170 Hours - 10 months (not including prerequisite/pre-admission courses).
Hours per Week
N/A
Certificate Availability
High School Students:
Not available

Adult Students:
Tu, W, Th 9 am - 4 pm
Clinicals: Friday - Monday

Outcome Data

2022 Cohort 4
# of Student Starts: 14
# of Graduates: 12
NREMT Pass Rate (1st Attempt)
Written: 92%
Practical: 83%
NREMT Pass Rate (Ultimate)
Written: 92%
Practical: 100%
Employment Rate: 92%

2021 Cohort 3
# of Student Starts: 7
# of Graduates: 7
NREMT Pass Rate (1st Attempt)
Written: 85.7%
Practical: 100%
NREMT Pass Rate (Ultimate)
Written: 100%
Practical: 100%
Employment Rate: 85.7%

Reported Annually to the Accrediting Agency Council on Occupational Education:

Program Completion Rate: 100%
Job Placement Rate: 93%
Licensure Examination: 93%
Withdrawal 0%

COE Report FY2020/2021
Outcome statistics are compiled annually based upon Training Outcome surveys conducted with students post-graduation. Data is gathered through coordination with the student, faculty, Student Services Office personnel, and licensing agencies.

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Hours of Operation

Logan Campus - Main
Telephone: 435-753-6780

Student Services
Monday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Wednesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Thursday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 8 am - 4 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed

 

Brigham City Campus
Telephone: 435-734-0614

Student Services
Monday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Friday: 7:30 am - 3 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed

Campuses

Logan Campus - Main . 435-753-6780
1301 North 600 West, Logan, UT 84321

Brigham City Campus . 435-734-0614
325 West 1100 South Brigham City, UT 84302