EMT Training Outcomes

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Emergency Medical Services is designed to prepare Paramedics who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.

The 十大正规平台 University Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program is accredited by the Virginia Department of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services (www.vdh.virginia.gov/emergency-medical-services) upon the recommendation of Division of Accreditation, Certification and Education.

Virginia Office of EMS
1041 Technology Park Drive
Glen Allen, VA 23059
804-888-9100
www.vdh.virginia.gov/emergency-medical-services

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Emergency Medical Services is designed to provide the entry-level Paramedic with knowledge and experience which are expected to enable the graduate to:

• Exhibit behavior consistent with the standards of professional practice
• Adhere to the standards of professional practice within the legal, ethical and regulatory framework
• Utilize various methods of communication to effectively interact within the healthcare system
• Provide culturally competent care to a multicultural society
• Demonstrate technical competence in all skills required of practice
• Provide evidence-based, clinically competent care utilizing critical thinking and decision-making in the pre-hospital setting
• Utilize basic team leadership skills to ensure safety, coordinate care, delegate appropriately and solve problems to facilitate positive patient outcomes
• Demonstrate the characteristics of self-direction and accountability, which contribute to lifelong learning, both personally and within the profession