Paramedic Technician

Associate Degree in Applied Science

Program number: 105311

• Overview
• Admission
• Curriculum
• Outcomes
• Careers

Overview

Overview

The Paramedic Technician degree from Madison College provides the educational background and training for careers in emergency medical services, hospitals, private ambulance services and community para-medicine. Occupational experience and continuing education may lead to opportunities to serve as EMS managers and instructors.

The embedded technical diploma gives you the opportunity to secure work (“job out”) and begin your career serving local communities, hospitals, and other institutions or industries that require the skills of paramedic. You may choose later to complete your associate degree.

Program Details

Paramedic Technician is on a career pathway that includes this associate degree, a technical diploma and other opportunities for advanced learning. All will prepare you for a good job. The associate degree allows you to transfer to another college to earn your bachelor’s degree. Learn at your own pace and increase your earning potential with credentials that keep you moving on your career path.

Full-time cohort meet Tuesday/Thursday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with lab on Monday or Friday plus clinical hours. This program spans one year, including fall, spring and summer semesters. Students in this cohort attend full time.

 

Fall 2019 Part-time cohort meet Monday/Wednesday 6 – 10 p.m. and 22 Saturday labs 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  plus clinical hours. This part time format takes 18 months to complete.

Health history documentation is required. Lab results and vaccination documentation are obtained from your healthcare provider by you.

You must complete a Background Information Disclosure and Criminal History Check (CHC) prior to placement in the field. Information obtained from the CHC may affect your ability to secure a WI EMS Training Permit. Under no circumstances are students assigned to the clinical area until all requirements are met.

Due to the nature of the schedule, some portions of this program may not be eligible for financial aid or veterans’ benefits.

Travel to fieldwork sites is necessary and is your responsibility.

Paramedic classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:

• Madison - Truax

Explore financial aid eligibility for this program.

All courses for this program are offered only in person.

Admission

Admission

To Apply

• View the admission requirements for application deadlines, materials, and requirements.
   
• Attend an Academic Information Session to get started in the admission process.
   
• Visit MATC to learn more about the Madison College experience including campus tours and program open houses.

After Acceptance

Once you are admitted into your program, review the Next Steps after Program Acceptance. 

Questions?

Contact Enrollment Services at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or (608) 246-6210.

Curriculum

Curriculum

Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2019-2020 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.

Current program students (including newly admitted), go directly to your Degree Progress Report (also referred to as an Advising Report or Academic Requirements) to view:

• Progress toward your specific requirements
• Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements

If you have questions after reviewing your report, please see Advising Services.

First Semester

10-531-911

EMS Fundamentals

2 credits

10-531-912

Paramedic Medical Principles

4 credits

10-531-913

Adv Patient Asses Principles

3 credits

10-531-914

Adv Pre-Hospital Pharmacology

3 credits

10-531-915

Paramedic Respiratory Management

2 credits

10-531-916

Paramedic Cardiology

4 credits

10-531-925

Paramedic Clinical 1

1 credits

10-531-926

Paramedic Clinical 2

1 credits

Second Semester

10-531-918

Advanced Emergency Resuscitation

1 credits

10-531-919

Paramedic Medical Emergencies

4 credits

10-531-920

Paramedic Trauma

3 credits

10-531-921

Special Patient Populations

3 credits

10-531-922

EMS Operations

1 credits

10-531-927

Paramedic Clinical 3

1 credits

10-531-929

Paramedic Clinical 4

1 credits

Third Semester- Summer

10-531-923

Paramedic Capstone

1 credits

10-531-928

Paramedic Field Internship

3 credits

Fourth Semester

10-801-195

Written Communication

3 credits

20-806-206

General Anatomy and Physiology

4 credits

10-809-122

Intro to Amer Government

3 credits

10-809-199

Psychology Of Human Relations

3 credits

Fifth Semester

10-801-198

Speech

3 credits

10-804-134

Mathematical Reasoning

3 credits

10-809-172

Introduction to Diversity Studies

3 credits

Outcomes

Outcomes

After completing the two-year Paramedic degree at Madison Area Technical College, you will be able to:

1. Use critical thinking skills to confidently and effectively manage emergency situations.
2. Practice professional standards by demonstrating a strong work ethic, positive attitude, respect for patients, ability to work cooperatively as a health care team member, and willingness to maintain and enhance technical skills.
3. Communicate clearly and professionally using verbal and nonverbal communication techniques.
4. Perform accurate scene safety and patient assessments.
5. Apply appropriate emergency medical and technical knowledge as required in emergency situations.
6. Apply safety and infection control practices to maintain personal and professional well- being and to ensure patient safety.
7. Manage emergency patient care and treatment appropriately within the scope of practice for an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic.
8. Apply legal knowledge and medical ethics to all patient care situations by documenting accurate and complete patient records and reports and maintaining patient confidentiality.
9. Meet requirements for National Registry Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic certification exam.

Careers

Careers

Earning your associate degree in the Paramedic program at Madison Area Technical College prepares you to participate in the National Registry of EMT's Paramedic level Practical and Written exams. 

With additional education and/or work experience, graduates may find employment as:

• Emergency Room Technician
• Firefighter
• EKG Technician
• Paramedic
• Medical Laboratory Technician
• Home Health Aide
• Medical Assistant
• Registered Nurse
• Respiratory Therapist
• Physician’s Assistant
• Community Paramedic

Emergency Medical Service Jobs

• Wisconsin EMS Association
• Public Safety Jobs
• 911 Hot Jobs

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• Estimated Program Cost
  # of Credits for Completion

  60

  Tuition

  $8241.20

  Materials/Supplemental Costs

  $1139.74

  Other Costs

  $400.00

  Total Program Costs:

  $9780.94