State Control Number: 38353
Program Code: EMS.ALSM2.CA
Program Length: 6 months
Approved for Federal Financial Aid: No
This certificate is for successful completion of EMS 82 Paramedic Cardiology and EMS 83 Paramedic Pharmacology. These are the second sequence or semester of courses in the Paramedic Academy. These courses lay the foundations in Advanced Cardiac assessment, pathological diagnosis of cardiac disorders, treatment, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and medication delivery. Classes in this area meet California State EMS Authority and ICEMA regulations.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| EMS 82 | Paramedic Cardiology | 4.5 |
| EMS 83 | Paramedic Pharmacology | 3.5 |
| Total Units | 8 | |
Suggested Plan of Study
Career, salary, and labor market data information.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Units | |
| EMS 82 | Paramedic Cardiology * | 4.5 |
| EMS 83 | Paramedic Pharmacology | 3.5 |
| Units | 8 | |
| Total Units | 8 | |
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This certificate is a continuation after Advanced Life Support Module 1.
Prerequisite before enrollment in this course and certificate:
- EMS 60 Emergency Medical Technician with a grade of “B” or better or an EMT card equivalent
- Acceptance into the Paramedic Academy.