Course Offerings

This course must follow the guidelines established by the NC Office of EMS and CoAEMSP. The curriculum for the Paramedic Bridge to Registry program will follow the NCOEMS Institution Plan as well as the most current release of the United States Department of Transportation (US DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) National Education Standards. The Paramedic Bridge to Registry program must be conducted by an approved Advanced Educational Institution as defined in the rules of the North Carolina Medical Care Commission. The lead instructor for the Paramedic Bridge to Registry program must be a NC credentialed EMS Instructor as defined in the rules of the North Carolina Medical Care Commission. Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina EMS Credential (Paramedic).

Course Objectives

Be able to demonstrate the skills necessary to renew their North Carolina Paramedic credential.
Be able to gain access to, assess, diagnose, treat, and transport patients within the scope of practice for an Paramedic.
Be able to demonstrate their ability to function at entry-level competency based on standards set by CoAEMSP.

Outline of Instruction

Topics include preparatory, airway, patient assessment, medical emergencies, trauma, pediatrics, special considerations, and operational concepts.

Contact Hours

120

CEUs

1

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

National Registry Paramedic

Website

www.nremt.org

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

Upon successful course completion and National Registry background processes, students will be eligible to test for the National Registry paramedic credential.

Upon successful course completion and background check requirements, students will be able to renew their North Carolina Paramedic credential.

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

Currently holds a valid North Carolina EMS Credential (Paramedic).

Learning Supplies Needed

Texts to be determined by EMS department head; no other major supplies currently required.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

attendanceOverall course grade of at least 80.
Successful completion of all required course elements including cognitive exams, technical scope of practice evaluations, and clinical competency verification.

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Adults working or volunteering with local EMS agencies, medical facilities, or physicians' offices as a North Carolina Paramedic.

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

Paramedic

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

NCWorks lists 73 positions for EMS employment including those for Paramedics within a 50 mile radius.

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

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