Paramedic Clinical Practice I (EMST 213)

Places the Paramedic student in a period of supervised practice on advanced life support transport units and in a hospital setting, providing the student with a progression of increasing patient care responsibilities which proceeds from observation to working as a team member. Hospital rotations are for developing practical individual skills under the supervision of qualified hospital emergency department personnel, and shall include knowledge and techniques for patients assessment, pathophysiology, medical and surgical conditions, development of patient rapport, and awareness. This course offers students progressive skill development as required for eligibility for licensure by the State of Maryland and the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. Course offered once a year (fall).