12 Credits CERT3325*, Academic Catalog 2024-2025
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* This program is no longer accepting applications.
The Community Paramedic program responds to identified health needs in underserved communities, ultimately improving the quality of life and health of rural and remote citizens and visitors. The program seeks to prepare learners for roles that include the following: outreach, wellness, health screening assessments, health teaching, providing immunizations, wound care, recognition of mental health issues, and referral into the existing mental health care systems, and functioning as physician extenders in rural clinics and hopsitals. Community Paramedic learners will also receive instruction in disease management, including a thorough undestanding of monitoring diabetes, congestive heart failure and other high-cost diseases, and the methods and medications used to treat them.
NOTE: Students must be admitted to the Community Paramedic program by following a defined application process. Requirements for admittance include: current certification as an Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (EMT-P) and a record of at least two years of full time service as an EMT-P or the part time equivalent.
Campus: North Mankato
Program Start Dates: Fall and Spring Semesters
Base estimate for 12 credit program
Tuition is paid on a semester by semester basis and will vary depending on the courses and total credits you take.
Tuition and Fees: $2,463
Tools and Equipment: $ n/a
Total Estimated Cost: $2,463 *
and you'll see that tuition at 色中色 is much more affordable than other institutions.
*Based on 2024-2025 tuition and fees rates. Does not include extra expenses for online delivery, course fees, or course differential. Books, transportation, and living expenses also not included.
The course requirements listed below are specific to the current school year (noted above). If you need to view the program from previous years view our Catalog Archive.
Required Technical Courses (4 Courses)
Select the following courses:
CP 2500 Roles Advocacy and Outreach (2 Credits)
This is an introduction to the role and function of the Community Paramedic (CP). The student will learn about the Community Paramedic's specific role and function as a member of the health care team and part of the community. The student will identify the components of the role, define it, and explain the "scope of practice" for the position of CP. Additionally, the student will learn about the role of the CP as an advocate for clients in the community. (Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Community Paramedic Program. All CP courses must be taken concurrently)
CP 2505 Community Assessment (2 Credits)
This course is designed to introduce the role of the Community Paramedic (CP) as a member of the health care team in community assessment. The student will map the community health care services, describe the demographics of the community and assess their impact on the health of the clients. Additionally, the student will gain understanding of community health services in order to give advice on health care needs in the community. (Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Community Paramedic Program. All CP courses must be taken concurrently)
CP 2510 Care and Prevention Development Strategies (3 Credits)
This course will introduce the responsibilities of the Community Paramedic (CP) for gathering appropriate patient/client information and maintaining accurate records, including documentation of encounters between the CP and the patient/client. The student will also learn about the CP's role in assessing health care needs and appraising health care conditions. (Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Community Paramedic Program. All CP courses must be taken concurrently)
CP 2520 Community Paramedic Clinical (5 Credits)
This course will provide the student with clinical training under the supervision of a medical director, physician, nurse practitioner, physician's assistant or public health provider. The student will recommend appropriate health and/or social care professionals for the patient, prioritize jobs, and provide both advice and care. The student's placement in the clinical is based on qualifications and past training and experience. (Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Community Paramedic Program. All CP courses must be taken concurrently)
PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum may change without notice. Your catalog of record may have different requirements.
