Web Course (Asynchronous)

Pathophysiology is the foundation of any medical career. This course focuses on the concepts of pathophysiology essential to understanding alterations in body systems. A strong knowledge base on pathophysiology is important in clinical decision-making in the emergency setting. The students will also understand how the pathological processes manifest themselves in the body and relate to the disease process of medical conditions that healthcare professionals encounter in the field.

This course is designed to provide more in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology to help students build a foundation when entering the paramedic academy. This course has a lecture and lab component where the structure and function of all of the body systems will be discussed and applied. This course satisfies the science credit for the Associates in Applied Science- Prehospital Emergency Services only. This course is also a prerequisite to enter into the paramedic program.

This course defines the roles and responsibilities of the paramedic and the importance of scene safety, stress management, and wellness when practicing in the field. The course also provides information on injury prevention and the use of protective equipment needed to protect the paramedic in the field. It will provide the student with an understanding of the medical-legal and ethical issues, which will affect them in their career. Students will also develop communication and documentation skills necessary to perform their duties. They will overview life span development and how it influences their assessment of different patient populations. Students will also develop critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills utilizing crew resource management and leadership skills to be able to effectively manage a scene. Students will also discuss career options in the field of paramedicine. This course satisfies 10 hours of Human Relations general education requirement.

This course is a video-based instructional module in CPR and First Aid. It includes peer practice, manikin practice, and case discussions. This course may be conducted to train students in the academic setting or to provide emergency training in the workplace.

This is a capstone course which will provide the student with a thorough review of all theories, techniques, and management practices within the field of emergency management and homeland security.

This course will provide the student with the practical experience in an actual work environment. Emphasis is placed on all phases of the industry in the student's area of specialization (Local or State Emergency Management Office, Public Health, Homeland Security or Business Continuity). Students are acquainted with occupational responsibilities through realistic work situations and are provided with insights into management applications on the job. Topics include: Adaptability to the job setting, use of proper interpersonal skills, application of emergency preparedness skills and techniques, and professional development.

This course offers an overview of critical thinking and its applications in the homeland security context. The focus is on essential elements of thought, asking the right questions, uncovering fallacies in reasoning and statistical misrepresentations. Evidence evaluation in a homeland security setting is featured with several examples interpreting real-world information. This course then examines the role of intelligence in homeland security policy and practice and how critical thinking applies to intelligence. The course analyzes the intelligence process with an emphasis on the role of the policy maker.

This course will examine the processes and challenges of fiscal administration and management within the emergency management and disaster arenas. It will also explore the processes and administration of federal grant funds.

This course will examine the common patterns that make up the disaster lifecycle across a spectrum of historical and current events. Vulnerability, hazards, risk, technology, human behavior, and community will be explored to identify how they contribute to or mitigate the impact of disaster on societies. Ethical considerations will be explored that influence all phases of the disaster lifecycle.

This course examines the issues and concepts of terrorism, weapons of mass destruction and organized crime relative to the development and establishment of Homeland Security.