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Pre-hospital EMS Operations, TCC (PEO1) Technical Certificate of Credit
The Prehospital EMS Operations certificate program combines Emergency Medical Technician and Advanced Emergency Medical Technician. This certificate prepares students to provide basic and limited advanced 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. This certificate allows the graduate to function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system. Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians AEMT certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure as an AEMT.
Program Outcomes: Students will achieve academic, occupational, and professional knowledge, alongside skills essential for acquiring, retaining, and advancing in their careers.
Careers: Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians (AEMTs)
Start Terms:
- Coffee Campus – Fall 2025 and Fall 2026
- Valdosta Campus – Fall 2025 and Fall 2026
Length of Program: 3 Terms
Admission Requirements:
- General College Admissions and Placement
- Be at least 18 years of age
Program-Specific Admission Requirements:
- To enroll in EMSP classes, students must maintain good academic standing at Wiregrass; those on academic warning, probation, or suspension are ineligible. Additionally, all registration holds must be cleared for registration eligibility.
Program Information
- All programs within the EMS/Paramedicine department program operates on a cohort basis, requiring students to take EMSP classes as prescribed by the program.
- Clinical experience is required to complete the program, and students must meet all clinical requirements defined by the clinical facility. No student will be denied admissions to a program due to these requirements; however, the clinical partner requirement may prevent a student from completing the program. Clinical requirements may include, but not limited to, some or all of the following: American Heart Association Provider CPR certification, physical examination or proof of ability to perform required duties, Tuberculin skin test, up-to-date immunizations, mandatory vaccinations, and/or titers. A criminal background check and drug screen are required prior to performing the clinical rotation. Students unable to meet clinical requirements may not be able to graduate from the program. Alternate clinical locations may not be offered or available if a student is unable to meet clinical requirements.
Occupational Courses | 21 |
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EMSP 1210EMT Theory I
This course serves as the foundational introduction to the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) profession, orienting students to both in-hospital and out-of-hospital prehospital care environments. It covers essential knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for effective, safe, ethical, and professional communication and functioning within the EMS environment. Furthermore, the course prepares students to apply pre-hospital emergency care to trauma patients, focusing on injuries from various mechanisms including Abdominal and Genitourinary Trauma, Orthopedic Trauma, Soft Tissue Trauma, Head, Facial, Neck, and Spine Trauma, and Nervous System Trauma. Topics include but not limited to, Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Pathophysiology, CPR for HCP, EMS Systems, Research, Workforce Safety and Wellness, Documentation, EMS System Communication, Therapeutic Communication, Medical/Legal and Ethics, Public Health, and Principles of Safely Operating a Ground Ambulance. Additionally, the course introduces students to critical scene management and patient assessment, airway management, and the basics of pharmacology, with topics such as Scene Size-Up, Primary Assessment, History Taking, Secondary Assessment, Monitoring Devices, Reassessment, Airway Management, Respiration, Artificial Ventilation, Principles of Pharmacology, Medication Administration, and Emergency Medications. |
3 |
EMSP 1211EMT Lab I
This course allows students to master psychomotor and affective skills required to perform as an EMT. The student must master various skills and assessment from content previous taught within EMSP 1210 using scenario-based learning. The student must demonstrate proficiency in the required skills as dictated by the GA EMS Office, Student Minimum Competencies (SMCs) documents. |
2 |
EMSP 1220EMT Theory II
This course integrates pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to formulate field impressions and implement treatment plans for a wide range of non-traumatic medical emergencies. It provides a comprehensive understanding of medical conditions and patient care across all stages of life, from birth through aging. Topics covered include Medical Overview; Neurology; Abdominal and Gastrointestinal Disorders; Immunology; Infectious Disease; Endocrine Disorders; Psychiatric; Cardiovascular; Toxicology; Respiratory; Hematology; Genitourinary/Renal; NonTraumatic Musculoskeletal Disorders; Diseases of the Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat; Obstetrics; Gynecology; Neonatal Care; Pediatrics; Geriatrics; Patients with Special Challenges; and Special Patient Populations - Assessments. This course equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide effective emergency care and transportation for diverse patient populations, including those with special needs. |
3 |
EMSP 1221EMT Lab II
This course builds upon EMSP 1220 and allows students to master the psychomotor and affective skills required to perform as an EMT. Students must master the affective skills and assessments from content previously taught within EMSP 1220 using scenario based learning. The students must demonstrate proficiency in the required skills as dictated by the GA EMS Office, Student Minimum Competencies documents. |
3 |
EMSP 1230EMT Clinical
This clinical practicum course provides Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) students with hands-on, real-world experience in various healthcare and pre-hospital settings. Under the supervision of licensed medical professionals, students will apply classroom knowledge and skills to assess, treat, and transport patients in emergency situations. The course emphasizes patient assessment, basic life support (BLS), airway management, trauma care, and communication in diverse clinical environments, such as emergency departments, ambulance services, and community health settings. Students will complete a series of clinical rotations, demonstrating competency in essential EMT skills, including patient interaction, vital signs monitoring, and basic interventions. By the end of the course, students will be able to perform the duties of an EMT with confidence and professionalism in real-time emergency scenarios. |
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EMSP 1550Advanced EMT Theory I
This course builds on the previous EMT program courses and provides a broader depth and breadth of learning to the following topics. It introduces additional topics following the National EMS Education Standards outline the minimal competencies for entry-level EMS clinicians to perform their roles as outlined in the 2021 revisions. Topics Include: EMS System, Public Health, Assessment, Pharmacology, etc. |
2 |
EMSP 1550LAdvanced EMT Lab I
This course allows students to master the psychomotor and affective skills required to perform as an AEMT. Students also mast the affective skills of patient communications and assessments using scenario-based learning. The student must demonstrate proficiency inn the required skills as dictated by the GA EMS Office, Student Minimum Competences documents. |
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EMSP 1560LAdvanced EMT Lab II
This course builds upon EMSP 1550L and allows students to master the psychomotor and affective skills required to perform as an AEMT. Students also mast the affective skills of patient communications and assessments using scenario-based learning. The student must demonstrate proficiency inn the required skills as dictated by the GA EMS Office, Student Minimum Competences documents. |
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EMSP 1570Advanced EMT Clinical
This course provides the student with opportunities to put didactic and lab skills learned into real world environment under the careful direct observation of a clinical preceptor. The minimum number of patient contact hours is dictated by the GA EMS Office, Student Minimum Competencies documents (SMC). |
2 |
EMSP 1560Advanced EMT Theory II
This course builds on the previous EMT program and EMSP 1550 course and provides a broader depth and breadth of learning to the following topics. It introduces additional topics following the National EMS Education Standards outline the minimal competencies for entry-level EMS |
2 |
EMSP 1580Advanced EMT Capstone
This course provides the student the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency as an entry level AEMT, in management of patient in the role of team leader. This is performed under the direct observation of clinical preceptor. The student must demonstrate competency in the following areas: 1) Performance of Patient Assessments 2) Direction of Medical Care and 3) performs items 1 and 2 with minimal to no assistance from the Preceptor. The minimum number of patient contacts is dictated by the Georgia Department of Public Health EMS Office, Student Minimum Competences documents. (SMC) |
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Faculty
Director of Paramedicine Programs
Valdosta Campus
Director of EMS/Paramedic and Fire Science Programs
Valdosta Campus
EMS Paramedic Program Instructor
Coffee Campus
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