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Paramedic Science, AAS *This award is no longer offered. Please see the new Paramedic, AAS award listed.*


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Total Credits: 69

Major Number: 5877
CIP Code: 51.0904

Program Description

This program is for EMT’s looking to advance their education to the paramedic level. Upon completion of the program, students may find career opportunities with ambulance services, police departments, fire departments, rescue departments, and hospitals. The program not only meets, but also exceeds the criteria for education of Paramedics as recommended by the U.S. Department of Transportation. The St. Paul/Minneapolis metropolitan area is home to a large number of ambulance services and hospitals who utilize a wide array of differing protocols and equipment that students need to be conversant in. Additionally, these agencies participate in many innovative research initiatives for which there is a need to prepare students for understanding and participation. These factors create a need to exceed minimum standards to produce top notch graduates who are prepared to work in diverse environments. The Century College Paramedic Program has been accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) since 1987. Students are eligible to complete the National Registry exam for Paramedics upon successful completion of the program. All students complete the Paramedic Diploma first, and either transfer in general education credits or complete after the Paramedic Diploma. 

Program Prerequisites

Application Requirements for Paramedic AAS Degree:

  1. A completed Century College general admission application.
  2. A completed Paramedic Program Special Application.
  3. A copy of your high school transcript verifying graduation or GED certificate.
  4. A Communications or English course - It is highly recommended that you complete or be concurrently enrolled in, one of the following: ENGL 1021COMM 1021COMM 1031COMM 1041, or COMM 1051, and complete with a grade of C or higher. Said course requirement must be completed by the end of third semester to be eligible to take the National Registry exam.
  5. A copy of current state EMT certification.

Special Instructions

  1. Complete the general admission application to Century College, if you have not already done so. Please select “pre-paramedic” as your major. ​​Please note: Applicants must be admitted into Century College to be eligible for admission into the Paramedic Program. All applicants must be in good academic and financial standing with Century College to be eligible to apply to the program.
  2. Complete the online Paramedic Special Application. The Paramedic Special Application is a separate on-line application and is not a substitute for the Century College general application.
  3. Deadlines for Application and selection process - The Program has an application deadline determined on a semester-by-semester basis. Once all required documentation is received, your application file will be considered complete and you will receive an acceptance letter. Selection is made on a first-come, firstserved basis. Please be aware that this program has a limited enrollment. If the class size limit is met before your file is complete, you will be placed on a wait list and your application will be deferred until the next available start date.

Program Requirements


Total Credits: 53


Career/Occupational Elective Requirements


None

MnTC/General Education Requirements


Goal 1: Communication


Goal 2: Critical Thinking


Fulfilled when all MnTC goals for this degree are complete.

Goal 3 and/or 4: Natural Sciences/Math/Logical Reasoning


Minimum of 3 credits; one course from either Goal 3 and/or Goal 4.
NOTE: Goal 3 courses do not have to be lab courses. Goal 4 courses must be numbered between MATH 1025  and MATH 1082 , or PHIL 1041  

Total Credits: 3

Goal 5: History/Social/Behavioral Sciences


Minimum of 3 credits.

Total Credits: 3

Goal 6: Humanities/Fine Arts


Minimum of 3 credits.

Total Credits: 3

Goals 7-10: Theme Goals


Three credits in one Goal area selected from Goals 7, 8, 9 or 10 are required. Many courses from Goals 1-6 also meet Goals 7-10. One course may fulfill a maximum of two Goals. Credits count only once.

Goal 7: Human Diversity

Goal 8: Global Perspectives

Goal 9: Ethical and Civic Responsibility

Goal 10: People and the Environment

Total Credits: 16


MnTC Elective Requirements


None

Additional Elective Requirements


None

Additional Requirements


None

Program Information


General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates

See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1

Program Note

All courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher. It is highly recommended that you transfer in all applicable college credits and meet with a counselor/advisor. The COMM/ENGL course required to satisfy the program requirement must be successfully mastered prior to the end of third semester, with a grade of C or higher.

Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships

See the Century College website for information regarding transfer.
This program is intended primarily for employment preparation rather than transfer to a four-year institution. Some courses may not transfer to a number of four-year colleges. If you are considering the possibility of transfer, you may wish to talk with your advisor, counselor, or program instructor before registering to discuss your goals, look at programs designed for transfer, and develop a plan.

Program Learning Outcomes

At the end of this program students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate the ability to comprehend, apply, and evaluate clinical information relevant to the role of EMS.
  2. Demonstrate technical proficiency in all skills necessary to fulfill the role as an EMS provider.
  3. Demonstrate effective communication skills in written and verbal form.
  4. Demonstrate effective decision making and critical thinking skill abilities.
  5. Demonstrate affective behavior, acumen, and rapport with patients and healthcare colleagues.

Program Contact Information

Chris Caulkins, 651.779.5743 Room 1242B East
Kim Schmitzer 651.779.5798 Room 2297 East

Course Sequence


Students are recommended to meet with their advisor or counselor after they have completed the Paramedic Diploma portion of the program, to create an individualized plan for completing General Education requirements to obtain the Paramedic Science AAS degree. Students are NOT required to have all the General Education courses completed prior to admission into the Paramedic Program. For detailed program information see the Century College website. This information is subject to change.

General Education Courses


The following MnTC courses are required to complete the Paramedic Science AAS degree.

Total Credits: 16


Paramedic Course Sequences


Total Credits: 19


Total Credits: 19


Total Credits: 9


Total Credits: 6


Total Credits: 19


Total Credits: 10


Total Credits: 18


Total Credits: 6


Note


This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on century.edu

Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator.
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