The purpose of this program is to prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains with or without exit points at the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician and/or Emergency Medical Technician, and/or Emergency Medical Responder levels. The program assists students in mastering patient assessment and intervention for pre-hospital healthcare providers. Cognitive and psychomotor domains are measured for competency by a combination of written exams, skill demonstration, simulation, scenarios, and clinical and internship experiences. The affective domain is measured for competency using published professional standards. Students must demonstrate a proficient understanding of the Emergency Medical System, medical and traumatic emergencies, anatomy and physiology of the human body, and be able to outline proper interventions for specific emergencies. Additionally, students will be able to function as a member of team, learn and apply leadership techniques, and demonstrate proficiency and understanding of the Department of Transportation objectives for Paramedics.
Cost
Estimated Cost: $ 28,296
- Resident Tuition: $ 13,913*
- Technology Fees: $ 1,300
- General Student Fees: $ 949**
- One Time Student Fee: $ 30
- Online Course Fee: $ 660 (if applicable)
- Books / Course Materials: $ 1,050 (Some courses use Open Educational Resources (OER), which are free or low-cost materials.)
- Program Specific Fees: $ 5,853 (lab/program application fees, EMT & Paramedic licensure/exams, background check/fingerprinting, medical requirements, American DataBank)
- Other Cost / Expenses: $ 2,275*** (instrument/tools, uniform/boots, computer)
- Differential Fees: $ 2,266****
Costs provided are estimates only. Learn more and view current tuition and fee information at https://www.lanecc.edu/costs-admission/tuition-fees-and-payments/credit-tuition
*Resident tuition is based on all program requirements (general education, core, directed electives). Any prerequisites required prior to the entry of the program will be listed separately.
**General Student fees are paid once each term, depending on whether you are taking classes on Main Campus, or at one of the outreach centers or by distance learning.
***Any special info about program costs or expenses.
****This is the total of all the differential fees attached to the courses in this program.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students who complete this program will be able to:
PLO 1: Demonstrate personal behaviors consistent with public and employer expectations of professional EMS providers
PLO 2: Demonstrate technical proficiency in the performance of EMS skills
PLO 3: Demonstrate technical proficiency with the operation of EMS equipment
PLO 4: Understand, interpret, apply, evaluate and effectively communicate EMS and general medical knowledge, including anatomy and physiology, necessary to function in a healthcare setting
PLO 5: Communicate effectively and treat the patient with respect, maintain confidentiality, and comply with healthcare laws and ethics
Admission Information
Students are encouraged to consult the Academic Advising Team (HPAdvising@lanecc.edu) before applying for admission. Program application and information about the point allocation system are available at https://inside.lanecc.edu/hp/emt/paramedicine
Program Requirements
General Education
| WR 115 | Introduction to College Composition | 4 |
| MTH 052 | Math for Health and Physical Sciences | 4 |
| | Or | |
| MTH 098 | Math Literacy | 5 |
WR: See Footnote 1.
MTH: See Footnote 2.
Program Core Courses
Must be completed with a grade of C- or better. P/NP not accepted.
EMS 102: See Footnote 3.
BI 231: See Footnote 4.
EMS 280P1 & EMS 280P2: See Footnote 5.
Current EMS Licenses: See Footnote 6.
Footnotes
1 – Any writing above WR 115 is also accepted
2 – Any math above MTH 052 is also accepted. Students pursuing a bachelor's degree will need to complete a college level course (MTH 105 or higher)
3 – EMS 102 satisfies the Human Relations requirement
4 – BI 231 has a prerequisite of BI 112 at LCC. Transfer students should contact an academic advising for more information
5 – Complete 3 credits of EMS 280P1 and 7 credits of EMS 280P2
6 – Students who hold current EMT licenses from the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) should contact Academic Advising or the Health Professions office about receiving credit for prior learning towards Lane's Paramedicine program. Credit for current EMT licenses may be awarded for EMS 111, EMS 112, & EMS 113
Accreditation
- The Paramedic Program is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
- Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP); it carries out its accrediting activities with EMS programs in cooperation with the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).
Licensing and Certification
- National Certification: National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians - Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT)
- State licensure: Oregon Health Authority, EMS & Trauma- Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT)
Sample Term Planner
Paramedic Term Plan 23-24
*Subject to change. Connect with an academic advisor to create an individualized academic planner.