Credential(s) Offered
Associate's degree, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The EMT-Paramedic AAS program is designed to provide students with the knowledge of extensive pre-hospital care and skills necessary to apply that knowledge effectively. This program is primarily aimed at providing education to EMTs desiring to move to the next level of certification. Through classroom and laboratory exercise, and clinical practicum, the student is introduced to patient assessment, administration of drugs both orally and intravenously, interpretation of electrocardiograms (EKGs), performing endotracheal intubations, and use of monitors and other complex medical equipment.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
72
Hours
68
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
BLACK River Technical College (BRTC) - Pocahontas
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Paramedic AAS
Training Location(s)
1410 Highway 304 East, Pocahontas, Arkansas
Local WIB
5050 - Northeast
Name of Credential
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Associate of Applied Science
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Pell
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$2,000.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$150.00 National Board Exam
In-State Tuition
$9,044.00
Other Fees
$4,624.00 Technology Fee. Student Activity Fee. Student Assessment Fee. Student Success Fee. Facility Maintenance Fee. Distance Education Fee.
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$16,728.00
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$150.00 liability insurance, drug screen, CPR card, background check, uniform
Total In-State Program Cost
$15,968.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$23,652.00
