ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION

This information session is designed to provide

you with valuable information with which to

make an informed decision to pursue a career

as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

and/or a Paramedic.

Following the presentation, if you have further

unanswered questions, feel free to contact the

Emergency Medical Services Department

Program Director - Doug Paris, at 864-592-4277

or Parisd@sccsc.edu.

The primary focus of the EMT is

to provide basic emergency

medical care and transportation

for critical and emergent

patients who access the

emergency medical system. This

individual possesses the basic

knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation.

EMTs function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical

oversight. EMTs perform interventions with the basic equipment typically found

on an ambulance and are a link from the scene into the emergency health care

system.

A Paramedic is an allied health

professional whose primary

focus is to provide advanced

emergency medical care for

critical and emergent patients

who access the emergency

medical system. Paramedics

possess the complex knowledge

and skills necessary to provide

patient care and transportation and function as part of a comprehensive EMS

response, under medical oversight. Paramedics perform interventions with the

basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance and are a link

from the scene into the health care system.

Obtaining and Monitoring Vital Signs

Airway Management, Oxygen Administration, Airway Devices

CPR, AED Operation, ECG identification and Cardiac Monitoring

Scene Assessment, Patient Assessment, Physical Examination, Taking a Medical History

Pharmacology and medication administration

Treatment of Medical Emergencies: Heart Attack, Cardiac Arrest, Respiratory Distress, Altered Mental Status, Seizures, Strokes, Diabetics, Environmental, Behavioral, Poisoning/Overdose

Trauma Care to include Bleeding Control, Wound Care, Shock Management, Splinting Fractures, Immobilization of Joints, Care for Victims of Motor Vehicle Collisions, Head & Spine Injuries, IV Maintenance, Lifting and Moving Patients

Obstetrics, Childbirth, Infants and Children, Geriatrics

Ambulance Operations to include Communications, Documentation, Confined Space Access, Infection Control, HAZMAT, (Hazardous Materials), Weapons of Mass Destruction, Terrorism, Mass Casualty Incidents

EMT and Paramedic training is intense because

of the volume of information and skills

required.

Paramedic training is also very time-consuming

attending class, hospital clinical and field

internship, often concurrently.

The more one works, the more grades can

suffer

…to

geriatrics with complex

health problems.

COMPASSIONEMTs and Paramedics should be able to provide

emotional support to patients in their care and be sympathetic to their needs as well as the needs of their

family.

ATTENTION TO DETAIL

EMTs and Paramedics must be detail-oriented

to ensure that patients are receiving the

appropriate treatments and medications in a

timely manner, often under stressful and

adverse conditions.

They must also closely monitor patients and

carefully document information related to

patient care.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

EMTs and Paramedics interact with patients

and families and are a vital part of the health

care team.

They must be able to follow instructions

independently and from a physician, as well as

make recommendations for prehospital

resuscitative care.

PATIENCE

EMTs and Paramedics may work with patients who

need special attention.

PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLSEMTs and Paramedics need strong problem-solving skills. They must evaluate patients’ symptoms, formulate and

implement treatment plans and consult with other healthcare professionals.

SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

EMTs and Paramedics must understand anatomy,

physiology, and other sciences and be able to apply

basic mathematical skills to assist in diagnosis,

administration of medications and advanced

monitoring of the patient’s condition.

Employment is expected to

grow 24% through 2024…

much faster than the

average.

Growth in the middle-aged and elderly

population will lead to greater demand

for EMTs and Paramedics mostly in the

prehospital environment.

The median annual wage of EMTs and

Paramedics was $36,200 in May 2015.

EMTs and paramedics work both indoors and outdoors, in alltypes of weather. Employed on emergency (911) ambulances, in non-emergent transport services, as hospital technicians and in other allied health professions, their work is sometimes physically strenuous and can be stressful, sometimes involving life-or-death situations and patients who are suffering.

EMTs and paramedics are at the

highest level of potential

exposure to blood, body fluids

and potential infectious agents.

Personal safety is paramount

and is heavily emphasized in

training.

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Rewarding careers in themselves,

some EMTs and Paramedics utilize

their training and knowledge to

transition to alternative health care

fields.

Paramedics may become EMS

supervisors, operations managers,

administrative directors or

executive directors of Emergency

Medical Services systems. Other

opportunities exist to become EMS

instructors, dispatchers, medical

equipment sales/marketing

representatives or, to further a

career as a registered nurse,

physician assistant, physician or

other allied healthcare provider.

Apply to the College EARLY!

See an Admissions Counselor for assistance.

Space in EMT and Paramedic programs is limited.

Selective admission criteria forms for prospective

paramedic students are due in the EMS

Department in early December to be eligible for

the spring Paramedic Cohort.

HAVE A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND

DRUG SCREENING PRIOR TO BEGINNING THE EMT

OR PARAMEDIC PROGRAMS.

Written

documentation of

up-to-date

immunizations is

required by all

clinical affiliates

A flu vaccine is

required

Harrison’s Outerwear (150 P&S

Ct., Duncan, SC 29334; Phone:

864-655-5956) supplies many

EMS services, fire departments,

and law enforcement agencies

with uniforms

View our website at

https://www.sccsc.edu/paramedic/

220 East Kennedy Street

Spartanburg, SC 29302

864/592-4052

Advising, registration, and many other student services

are available at the Evans Academic Center. Call for an appointment to visit.

SPARTANBURG COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT STEPS

1. APPLY TO THE COLLEGE

• Complete an application and pay $25 nonrefundable

application fee.

2. APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID

• Complete the FAFSA form online to get the process

started.

3. SUBMIT INFO

• Submit scores and transcripts and verify your legal

presence.

4. TESTING

• Take the college placement tests.

5. ADVISING AND REGISTERING

• Meet with an Admissions Counselor and select your

major.

1. Complete all college enrollment steps

2. Meet with an Academic Counselor

3. Ensure your major is correctly coded

a) EMT: CT.EMT

b) Paramedic Certificate: CT.PMD

c) Paramedic Degree: AAS.G.EMS

4. Pay required fees in Business Office and complete financial obligations

5. Register for classes

6. Purchase books, supplies and a uniform

7. Attend the MANDATORY Orientation session

a) Learn more about the profession

b) Complete required program forms

Financial Aid is available for the academic EMT

and Paramedic programs. See a Financial Aid

officer for complete details.

Some out-of-pocket expenses may still be

incurred.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PROGRAMS

ESTIMATED EXPENSES **

Expense EMT Program Paramedic Programs

Tuition & Fees Refer to: “Tuition and Fees” on SCC

webpage

Refer to: “Tuition and Fees” on SCC

webpage

Criminal

Background

Investigation &

Drug Screening

$85 $85 ($0 if enrolling in consecutive

semesters)

Liability Insurance $8 $8

Health Form &

Immunizations

Cost varies - as determined by your

physician

Cost varies - as determined by your

physician

SC CareLearning $10 $10

Books $160 $700

Supplies $18 (Pocket mask with 1-way valve

and oxygen inlet)

$10 - $200 (Stethoscope - Cost varies

with brand, personal preference)

Uniform (from

Harrison’s Work

Wear)

$250 (Shirt, EMT shoulder patch,

pants, belt, boots)

$5 Paramedic shoulder patch (the

only change)

AHA Card Fees $5 (BLS HCP) $16 (ACLS, PALS)

NAEMT Card Fee NA $15 (PHTLS)

National Registry

Practical

Certification Exam

$100 $300

National Registry

Written

Certification Exam

$70 $110

Estimated

Expenses

All EMT and Paramedic students must be

capable of meeting the Technical

Standards. Shown are examples of what

an EMT may be required to do in the

classroom, lab and on the job! More

information is provided during

Orientation.

Thank you for your

interest. We look

forward to hearing back

from you soon!

Click on the link below and complete the survey to document your participation

in the EMT/Paramedic Information Session.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/EMS_Info_Session

For further information, contact DOUG PARIS

EMS Program Director

864-592-4277

ParisD@sccsc.edu