Jones College Emergency Medical Technology

Paramedics have fulfilled prescribed requirements by a credentialing agency to practice the art and science of out-of-hospital medicine in conjunction with medical direction. Through performance of assessments and providing medical care, their goal is to prevent and reduce mortality and morbidity due to illness and injury. Paramedics primarily provide care to emergency patients in an out-of-hospital setting.

Paramedics possess the knowledge, skills, and attitudes consistent with the expectations of the public and the profession. Paramedics recognize that they are an essential component of the continuum of care and serve as linkages among health resources.

The EMT-Paramedic training program is a postsecondary program drawing its students from individuals already possessing a valid EMT-Basic state certification and having Anatomy and Physiology I with lab and a grade average of C in each. Each student must be 18 years or older and possess a high school diploma or GED certificate. Prospective students will need to have an ACT composite score of 16 or higher or meet alternative entry requirements for program acceptance. Classroom instruction is comprehensive including a working knowledge of all anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology processes as well as competency-based instruction in assessment and management skills required for treatment of life-threatening problems in the adult, pediatric, and geriatric patient. Clinical internship requires participation in care of patients in a hospital emergency department that provides medical control to ALS providers in the field. According to availability; a clinical internship will include CCU, ICU, labor and delivery suite, operating room, psychiatric ward, pediatric ward and geriatric ward. Field internship is done with an ambulance service and/or rescue service providing advanced life support services to the community. Students must maintain a B average in all classes in order to continue the Paramedic program the following semester.

A student successfully completing the program will receive an associate degree or technical certificate from the college and be eligible to take National Registry's Exam as an EMT-Paramedic. This training program is sanctioned by the Mississippi State Board of Health, Division of EMS, the State Department of Education, and Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS professions. The course meets or exceeds those standards established by the National Highway Safety Administration/U.S. Department of Transportation.

The first semester consists of the EMT course and academic prerequisites. The curriculum for the paramedic portion of the Emergency Technology Program is four semesters in length. Classes are admitted each fall and spring semester requiring a minimum of 1300 hours of classroom instruction, clinical and field internship.

Program Structure & Course Progression

The Emergency Medical Technology Program at 91猎奇 follows a structured curriculum designed to provide students with progressive levels of EMS education, from Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to Advanced EMT (AEMT) to Paramedic.

First Semester:
The first semester consists of EMT coursework and academic prerequisite courses, which are offered each semester. Completion of the EMT course is the foundation for advanced EMS education and is required before progressing into AEMT or Paramedic coursework.
Advanced EMT (AEMT) Pathway:
Students have two options to complete the AEMT certification:
1. Standalone AEMT Course - Available during the Fall and semesters.
2. Integrated AEMT Pathway - Students can complete AEMT objectives as part of the Paramedic Program curriculum.

Students in the Integrated AEMT Pathway can complete an AEMT bridge course at the end of their first semester in the Paramedic program, meeting the content requirements to sit for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) AEMT Examination in the Spring semester.

Paramedic Program:
The Paramedic curriculum consists of three semesters beyond the EMT course. Paramedic students are admitted each Fall on a competitive entrance basis. Upon successful completion of all coursework, students are eligible to sit for the National Registry Paramedic Examination (NRP).
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Paramedicine:
To earn an AAS in Paramedicine, students must successfully complete the following courses:
- Anatomy & Physiology I and II
- College Algebra
- English Composition I and ll
- Oral Communications
- Social Science Elective
- EMT and Paramedic Core Courses
Critical Care Paramedic (CCP):
Certification through the Mississippi Bureau of EMS, students must successfully complete all program components and pass either the:
- Certified Flight Paramedic (FP-C) Exam, or
- Critical Care Paramedic (CCP-C) Exam

The program is sanctioned by the Mississippi State Board of Health and meets or exceeds the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) / U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) standards for EMS education.

The Paramedic Program of the Department of Emergency Technology at Jones County Junior College is accredited by:

The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs () upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions ().

To Contact: CAAHEP

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs

25400 U.S. Hwy 19 North Suite 158

Clearwater, FL 33763

727-210-2350

To Contact: CoAEMSP

Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for Emergency Medical Services Professions

8301 Lakeview Parkway Suite 111-312

Rowlett, TX 75088

214-703-4884

214-703-8992 (fax)

How to Enroll

Step 1 - Must be 18 years of age
Step 2 - Must have a High School Diploma or GED
Step 3 - Complete a Jones Admissions Application. Applications can be completed online or mailed to: Jones County Junior College, Admissions Office, 900 South Court Street, Ellisville, MS 39437.
Step 4 - Must complete the Jones
Step 5 - Must have one of the following:

- An ACT of 16 or higher.
- Completed a Law and Public Safety course offered by the Mississippi public school system AND have a letter of recommendation from the instructor.
- 12 or more college hours with a grade of 鈥淐鈥� or higher.
- Be a current or former member of the United States Armed Forces/Reserve with at least 3 hours of college credit with a grade of 鈥淐鈥� or higher.
- Score an acceptable level on the program entrance exam AND is actively involved with 12 months of prior experience in a public safety field (Firefighter, Police, etc.). Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from their direct supervisor documenting their experience.

ONCE ACCEPTED:

Step 6 - Must have current immunizations
Step 7 - Must have Hepatitis-B inoculations
Step 8 - Must have a Physical Examination stating that the student is medically capable of the Paramedic job demands.
Step 9 - Must have Health-care Provider CPR Card.
Step 10 - FBI background or affidavit completed.

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All EMT admission requirements plus:

Current NREMT certification
Current state of MS EMT certification (Or Eligibility)
Health-care Provider CPR certification

*Students who lack entry level skills in Math, English and Science are required to take developmental courses to gain entrance into the college level courses.

	Dr. Eric Williams Ed.D., NR-P EMS Department Program Director 601-477-4848 eric.williams@jcjc.edu
	Mindy Cochran, BS, NR-P Clinical Field Coordinator (601) 477-2402 mindy.cochran@jcjc.edu
	Jason Rogers, NP, NR-P Adjunct Instructor (601) 477-4074 12flyems@gmail.com
	Dr. Scott Conway, Ph.D., NR-P (601) 477-4074 scott.conway@jcjc.edu
	Angela Powell, Ed.S., NR-P (601) 477-4074 angela.powell@jcjc.edu

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