Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Certificate Academic Plan - 13 credits

Total Credit Hours: 13

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1. The Advanced EMT (AEMT) Program is designed for individuals who have completed their EMT certification and wish to continue their EMS education. It is also the second semester in the Associates of Applied Science in Emergency Medical Technology degree. The course is a simulation-based program that allows students to apply and reinforce the knowledge and skills learned in both the EMT and AEMT program, in the same manner they would be applied in the field. The course includes the IV and Basic EKG interpretation class, which are prerequisites for hire at most Denver area EMS agencies. It also includes a cadaver lab and 90 hours of clinical experience in the hospital and ambulance setting.  AEMT certification is required to complete the third and fourth semester of the Emergency Medical Technology degree.
2. Prerequisites:
• Current Colorado state EMT certification or enrollment and satisfactory progress in an EMT course
• The student must be eligible to enroll in ENG 121 or provide proof of completion of ENG 121 with a grade C or higher
3. Clinical Requirements:
• Current Colorado state EMT certificate
• Current CPR card at Healthcare Provider level
• Submission of background check and drug screen through Castlebranch
• Physical exam with proof of vaccinations
• Proof of healthcare coverage