The goals of the Advanced Emergency Care Program are to graduate competent and confident entry-level Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains. 

Upon successful completion of the Advanced EMT Level Certificate, the Paramedic Certificate or the Associate in Applied Science degree, the graduate is expected to:

• Be eligible for the appropriate level of professional credentialing and state licensing.
• Behave ethically with tolerance and respect for cultural and ethnic diversity in patients, family members and fellow health care providers.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills with patients, family, coworkers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Demonstrate the critical thinking ability necessary for problem solving and differential diagnosis in emergency medicine.

Applicants to all EMS Programs need to note that a criminal background check will be required while they are enrolled in the program. Certain internship and/or practicum sites, such as health care facilities, may limit or deny clinical privileges to those who have a prior or current criminal record.

Completed criminal background checks are a required prerequisite of all EMS programs regardless of license level.  Students are financially responsible for background check requirements.  Once accepted to the program, students will receive information regarding background check completion.

Failure to complete a criminal background check will result in the inability to complete the clinical portion of the course.

Applicants who consider a career in any of the allied health professions should be aware that during the course of their education and subsequent employment, they will be working in situations where exposure to infectious diseases is probable. This is an occupational risk for all health care workers. Persons should not become health care workers unless they recognize and accept this risk. Proper education and strict adherence to well-established infection control guidelines, however, can reduce the risk to a minimum. Thorough education in infection control procedures is an integral part of each health care program.

Additionally, applicants should be aware that exposure to natural rubber latex (NRL) is likely. Individuals exposed to NRL products may develop allergic reactions such as skin rashes; hives; nasal, eyes, or sinus symptoms; and, rarely, shock

Completed immunization records are a required prerequisite of all EMS programs regardless of license level.  Students are financially responsible for obtaining any necessary records for immunizations.  Any EMS student must show proof of immunization* of the following:

• Current negative TB or equivalent (within one year of starting the program)
• Two MMR vaccines or titer
• Hep B three shot series or titer
• Current flu shot
• Varicella or titer

 
* Students may elect to decline any of the listed immunizations but must be aware that clinical sites may deny them access to patient areas or students will be required to wear masks during particular outbreaks (for example during flu season).

Failure to complete the immunization requirement will result in the inability to complete the clinical portion of the course.

* Class of 2017 had a 100% pass rate by the final attempt

Please note that this program does not allow for advanced placement.

The Kennebec Valley Community College paramedic program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee of Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP)

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
25400 US Highway 19 N., Suite 158
Clearwater, FL 33763
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org

To contact CoAEMSP:

8301 Lakeview Parkway Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
214-703-8992
Fax:  214-703-8992
www.coaemsp.org