Paramedic Fire Science, AAS

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Total Credits: 68

Major Number: 5918
CIP Code: 43.0203

Program Description

This degree program prepares students to enter the dual-role profession of paramedic/firefighter, which is a model utilized by many municipalities locally, out-state, and across the country. The program will prepare individuals to recognize, assess, manage, and treat medical and trauma emergencies, with a focus on emergency surgical procedures; equipment operation and maintenance; patient stabilization, monitoring, and care; drug administration; identification and preliminary diagnosis of diseases and injuries; communication and computer operations; basic anatomy, physiology, pathology, and toxicology; and professional standards and regulation.  A focus on the theory and practice of fires and fire-fighting will include instruction in fire chemistry and physics; combustible materials; computer science; building construction, fire codes and related laws, fire hydraulics; fire command; fire prevention/inspection; fire protection systems; fire suppression systems; fire/arson investigation; occupational safety; communications; and equipment operation.

Program Prerequisites

1. A completed Century College application
2. A complete Paramedic Fire Science AAS Degree Program Special Application and Program Readiness Form found at www.century.edu/programs/paramedic-fire-science.
3. A copy of your official high school transcript verifying graduation or an official GED certificate
4. Copy of current state EMT certification.
5. Current certification/license in Firefighter I, Firefighter II, and Hazardous Materials Operations OR current enrollment in/concurrently enrolled in/completion of FRTA 1091 , FRTA 1092 , and FRTA 1095  with grades of C or higher.

Special Instructions

1. A completed Century College general admission application.  
2. Complete the Century College Paramedic Fire Science Special Application and Program Readiness Determination Form checklist and send to kim.schmitzer@century.edu or mail to Century College, Paramedic Program, 3300 Century Avenue North, White Bear Lake, MN 55110. 
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.
4. The purchase of a tablet device (9.5 x 7.5) by the student is required for the program to support the use of electronic textbooks, medical applications, and practicum materials. 
5. Access to structural firefighting gear (including self-contained breathing apparatus) or rental may be required. 
6. Students must successfully pass the MN Human Services Department and National background studies with no restrictions, to be eligible to participate in required clinical/field experiences. Background checks will be processed during the semester.