LAKE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
2018-2019 MASTER
PLAN
OF INSTRUCTION
EMERGENCY MEDICAL
TECHNICIAN
(EMT) PROGRAM
Dr. Diane
Culpepper, Lake Technical College Executive Director
Layne Hendrickson, EMS Program Coordinator
Lake Technical College is accredited by the Commission of the Council of Occupational Education
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Lake Technical College is to be an integral component of
the economic growth and development in our community by offering a
variety of high quality career-training
opportunities.
Lake Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, genetic information, age, pregnancy, disability, or marital status in its educational
programs, services or
activities, or in its hiring or employment practices. The district also provides access to its facilities to the Boy Scouts and other patriotic youth groups, as required by the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act, or any
other youth group listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT)
PROGRAM
The EMT Program is
a 300-hour program comprised of
lectures, labs, clinical rotation and field internship. Graduates will be eligible to
take the state EMT certification National Registry examination.
OCP |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Length |
SOC
Code |
A |
EMS 0110 |
Emergency Medical Technician |
300 hours |
29- 2041 |
ADMISSION CRITERIA
To apply for admission into the EMT Program,
each applicant must:
* Be at least 18 years of age, unless a dual-enrolled high school senior and 17 years old. A qualified high school student may be eligible if he/she has met all academic requirements for graduation. Dual-enrolled applicant
must be 18 years old prior to beginning of the Emergency Medical Technician course.
* Have earned a high school diploma or its equivalent.
* Current Professional CPR card.
* Be of good moral character.
* Possess a valid Florida driver’s license. Note: Applicant must be a resident of Florida for at least one year to
pay in-state tuition rate.
* Meet the minimum levels of the EMT entrance exam. The TEAS will be administered in April and May prior to the August EMT program and in October and November prior to the February EMT program.
Applicants will be notified of the results. Only applicants who meet the required scores will received a
program application. Three retests are allowed within six months. The test is given at Lake Technical College’s (LTC) main campus in Eustis. Call LTC (352.589.2250) for information about the testing fee and
schedule.
* Submit to a fingerprint background check.
* Submit to a drug screening. Additional drug screenings may be required during the program
if suspicion warrants. If at any time the student’s drug test is positive and has not been medically approved, the student will
be withdrawn from the program. NOTE: Students are responsible for payment of all fees related to drug
screening.
* Have passed a physical examination by a licensed Florida physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner within six months of the starting date of the program.
* Submit a driver’s license history with the application packet. This must be an official certified record from
a Courthouse. An applicant with excessive points or license suspended within the last three years will
be disqualified.
* Complete LTC’s online school application.
Along with the completion of
the
above-listed admission criteria, an applicant must submit a completed LTC’s EMT
Program application for conditional acceptance into the program.
Final admission to the EMT Program is contingent upon the applicant passing receiving a clear background
check.
Untruthfulness
or omissions on the LTC or program application will be grounds for dismissal if applicant is
admitted to the program.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
ACCOMMODATIONS
Federal and state legislation require the provision of
accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s IEP/504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations plan to meet individual needs
to ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation,
request
accommodations if needed, and develop a
plan with their postsecondary provider.
Students desiring accommodations or updates to their accommodations are encouraged to self-identify as early in
the program as possible. In order to receive disability accommodations, students must self-disclose the disability
to the Students with Disabilities Coordinator and provide documentation that clearly shows evidence of a disability
and
applicable accommodations. The Students with Disabilities Coordinator will schedule a meeting with the
student and faculty to discuss the documented disability and applicable accommodations.
Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from
those received in
secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as
instructional methods and materials, assignments, assessments, time demands, schedules, learning environment, assistive technology, and special communication systems. Documentation of
the accommodation requested and provided is maintained in a
confidential file.
INSURANCE
Due to the high-risk nature of training, personal accident insurance is required. Hospitalization/accidental medical
insurance is optional. For those who don’t have insurance, a low cost plan is
available. See the Admissions Office
at Lake Technical College’s main campus.
FINANCIAL AID
Policies and guidelines for the administration of
all
financial aid are established according to federal and state law. Applicants complete an information form, Free Application for Federal Student Aid, and furnish documentation
needed to verify eligibility. More information on the application process may be obtained in
the
Financial Aid Office.
The Financial Aid Office will assist students, where possible, with access to financial support offered by federal
agencies (U.S. Department of
Education – Pell Grants, Department of Veterans’ Affairs), other state and local
agencies and local organizations (scholarships). For information on financial services, contact the
Financial Aid Office at Lake Technical College’s main campus 352.589.2250.
TUITION
Tuition is
charged for adult students at a rate established by the State legislature. Current fee information is
available in the Admissions Office. Tuition is waived for eligible high school dual enrolled students. Tuition is due prior to the first day of
each semester based
on the Lake Technical College payment calendar. Failure to
pay
all fees due at the time class begins will result in
not
being able to attend class and/or clinical, if applicable.
REFUND POLICY
If it becomes necessary for a student to withdraw from
the
program, the tuition refund may be given using the following applicable guidelines (excerpts
from the LTC refund policy guidelines):
· Withdrawal through the closing of the fifth day of class per semester, 100% of all tuition and eligible fees will be
refunded.
· Registration fees are non-refundable.
· Payment plan fees are non-refundable.
· Uniforms are not eligible for refunds.
· Rental fees are non-refundable.
· If student tuition has been paid by a scholarship, the refund due will be returned to the scholarship fund or the
agency that sponsored the student.
The Lake Technical College refund policy is listed in its entirety in the College’s catalog on its website
ONLINE ACCESS
Technology is
an integral part of our daily lives. From smart phones to electronic tablets, these devices are
becoming items that many cannot function without. In addition, the Internet is
changing the way education is
delivered. Lake Technical College strives to ensure that our students are able to compete in this technology driven
world. With this in mind, it is
recommended that students have an online presence and access to the internet.
It is also important that students have an email address that they check on a regular basis. A
lot
of information may
come to you through your email, so it is important that you check it regularly. If you do not have an email address, there are numerous services that provide FREE email addresses. Please make sure your faculty(s) have a current working email address for you. See your faculty for more information.
SOCIAL MEDIA
The advent of social media has created a world-wide communication medium for persons of all ages. While extremely
popular, these websites have also created their own set of “not-so-popular” problems such as cyber-stalking, identity
theft, cyber-bullying, cyber-cheating (posting of exam, or other course material), and a host of other nebulous challenges
that users may face. Another reality associated with social media is its far-reaching consequences for those who
share posts that may be seen by others as inappropriate.
Potential employers, current employers, civic, or educational organizations you may be associated with, and many
others are looking at social media sites for information that may tell them
things about an individual. Students should
also be cautioned on how private their social media content really is – despite the settings on an account. All social
media sites are potentially vulnerable. A simple search of how to view pages that are set as “private” for a popular
social media website yielded numerous responses for ways to view the content. Everything from
blogs to online videos
offer
to explain how to accomplish this task.
Students in all programs need to be cognizant of the fact that most professions rely on great moral character. It is
recommended that when using social media, assume that all posts will be seen/read by everyone with access to the internet.
Smoking
Lake Tech is
a tobacco free institution. The use of tobacco products of any kind, including e-cigarettes, is
not
permitted
at any Lake Tech location. This includes the parking lots.
FOLLOW UP
Lake Technical College is proud of
its
graduates and celebrates the next step graduates take whether it is employment,
military or further education. Prior to completing, students may visit the Career Success Center for assistance with employability skills such as resume writing. In addition, faculty may provide students with employment leads. However, it is up to the individual student to actively pursue employment opportunities. We like to hear how our
graduates are doing and want to celebrate your successes so be sure to communicate with your faculty any employment, military, or further education you enter. Students are required to participate in an Exit Interview prior to their last day in their program.
EMT PROGRAM PROCEDURES AND POLICIES
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSE
· To provide the means of developing the basic EMT knowledge and skills required by the Florida Department of
Health, and Lake Technical College.
· To impart to the student the proper attitude and discipline required for gainful employment within pre-hospital emergency medicine.
· To provide EMT training as outlined in Florida Administrative Code 64-J and Florida Statute 401.
ATTENDANCE
In an effort to develop appropriate work ethics, Lake Tech students are expected to attend all class sessions. As is
expected in the workplace, when it is necessary to be absent due to illness or
emergency situations, all students are to
notify the faculty on or before the date of absence. The student attendance policy for each postsecondary program is
consistent with industry standards.
Campus attendance is kept via a computerized system. It is
the
responsibility of the student to log in and out in order
to receive credit for class time. This allows the school to keep accurate attendance records for the actual number of hours and minutes attended. Faculty are not expected to manually enter student attendance. Only one override is permitted for failure to log in or out. Therefore, failure of a student to log in and out may result in a documented absence. Logging in or out for another student or having another student log in or out is
unacceptable behavior and
may
result in dismissal.
Only regularly scheduled class hours will be reported for attendance. Make-up time will not be accepted except as
approved by the Executive Director of Lake Technical College.
Absenteeism, tardiness, and leaving early are a reflection on the trainee’s personal character and an indicator of
disinterest in attaining professional status in the field. Excessive absence or tardiness will be grounds for reprimands
and/or dismissal from
the
program. These areas are also a main point of interest that employing agencies explore when
reviewing trainee records for employment or retention.
A student who is
absent for six (6) consecutive class sessions will be withdrawn from enrollment in his/her program. A
student withdrawn for absenteeism must petition administration to return. A student having medical documentation or documentation of an extenuating circumstance does not need to petition to return. Students exhibiting a pattern of consecutive absences less than six days will be subject to dismissal as determined by a
School Intervention Team.
Classroom, lab and clinical rotations scheduling will not be arranged around a student’s employment schedule. It
is expected that the student’s education comes first. Each student is
expected to be punctual and in attendance for all classroom, lab, and clinical rotations. Employment should in no way interfere with the student’s academic or clinical responsibility.
Specific attendance requirements are outlined in the Course Requirements section of this Master Plan of Instruction.
It is
important to keep in mind that faculty in the EMT Program also work
in
their respective fields and hire new
employees as well as give employment recommendations to other agencies. They take note of a student’s attendance
record as well as absenteeism and tardiness. Think about your future—the first day of class in
this program
starts your interview!
DRESS CODES
Students who attend Lake Technical College shall dress in a manner appropriate for the job in which they are receiving training, including any special protective gear and professional uniforms. All clothing, makeup, and jewelry must be
clean, neat, modest, in good repair, appropriately sized, and be neither distracting nor offensive.
The Executive Director or designee has the final authority for determining whether or not a student’s apparel conforms to the dress code. If it is determined that it does not, students will be required to change into clothing which will conform
to this code or leave campus. Students may return to campus when they have changed into appropriate clothing.
The EMT Program has a specific uniform dress code. Students are expected to report to class and all related
program activities in clean and maintained attire. Undergarments shall be worn at all times. Shirts are to be
tucked in at all
times.
In the classroom, students will wear the following:
· long black pants for all courses
· EMT approved polo shirt
· black belt with silver buckle
· black athletic shoes
· Black socks tube-length to wear with boots (student provided)
· Jewelry is
confined to a
wedding and/or engagement ring, if applicable, and a
watch. Body piercing, which includes, but is
not
limited to, ears, brows, nose, lips, and tongue, is not permitted.
· Make-up is to be moderately applied and should be consistent with the professional nature of EMS.
· Hair should be
clean and groomed neatly. Hairstyle and color should be consistent with the professional nature of EMS. Extremes in either will not be allowed. Hair longer than shoulder length (men or women), must be tied
back. No hats may be worn in the classroom, lab areas, or during EMT clinical and internship. Students must
be cleaned shaven. Neatly trimmed mustaches are permitted. The mustache, however, may not extend below
the corners of the mouth. Sideburns cannot extend below the bottom of the ear.
· Fingernails are to be kept clean and trimmed not to exceed ¼”
passed the nail tip. Polished nails must be clear or neutral in color. Bright and dark
color nail polish as well as artificial and gel nails are
not
permitted.
· Body art must be covered.
During the Emergency Medical Technician program, the following items are required:
· Lake Technical College student photo ID
badge
· Watch with second hand
· Student kit (included in supply fee)
· Blue ink
pen
· Safety glasses
· Small spiral-bound notebook
DISCIPLINE/REPRIMANDS
As set forth in the College’s catalog, it is the student’s responsibility to read and comply with school policies and
procedures. The catalog is
available on the College’s website, www.laketech.org.
Failure to comply with the rules and regulations of the EMT Program may result in one or more of the following:
· First offense: a verbal warning.
· Second offense: a formal written warning (with a
letter to student’s sponsor outlining the problem, when
applicable).
· Third offense: a suspension for a minimum of eight hours and may be grounds for dismissal. A School
Intervention Team (SIT) meeting will be scheduled to consider appropriate disciplinary action.
All reprimands will be documented in the class log.
FACULTY OFFICES
Students are not permitted in any staff member’s private office without permission. The student will knock and receive permission to enter before doing so.
GROUNDS FOR PROGRAM DISMISSAL
The faculty and staff of Lake Technical College work closely with all students to help them
succeed in their chosen
profession. Violation of
any
established program regulation or policy may result in
disciplinary action up to and
including dismissal from
the program. There are zero tolerance infractions, however, that will result in a student’s dismissal from
the
program:
1. Unsatisfactory academic, practical, lab or clinical work.
2. Demonstration of unsafe performance and poor professional judgment in the practical area (to include clinical and
field internship) such as, but not limited to, endangering safety of self or others by:
a. Violating standard safety practices;
b. Delaying care that is within the student’s realm of ability and/or knowledge; or
c. Performing skills or procedures beyond the realm of the student's ability and/or knowledge.
3. Being found in any restricted or unauthorized area.
4. Unethical conduct such
as fraud, drug abuse, alcohol abuse, breach of confidentiality (HIPAA violation); inappropriate student/patient interaction or interpersonal relation; or aggressive or dishonest behavior towards any
school or hospital staff member, physician, patient, or other student, defined as follows:
a. Aggressive behavior is defined as a forceful, self-assertive action or attitude that is expressed physically, verbally, or symbolically and is
manifested by abusive or destructive acts towards oneself or others.
b. Dishonest behavior is
defined as an untruthful, untrustworthy, or unreliable action.
5. Cheating in
any
manner.
6. Withdrawal from a hospital or participating agency as the result of due process proceedings based upon a
written request from
the
agency that the student be withdrawn.
7. Violations of the attendance policy.
8. Failure to satisfy identified probationary requirements within the stated time.
9. Failure to comply with requirements as stated in the Master Plan of Instruction.
INJURY/ILLNESS
ANY STUDENT RECEIVING INJURY OR COMPLAINING OF ILLNESS WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE A
MEDICAL EXCUSE. THE STUDENT MUST REPORT ALL INJURIES TO THE FACULTY IMMEDIATELY!
PARKING
Students shall park in the designated parking area provided. Students do not play loud car and/or portable radios while
in
parking areas.
TESTING and GRADING
Lake Technical College is a postsecondary institution designed to provide trained individuals for industry. The
approved postsecondary program grading requirements must be met for the student to receive a program certificate.
Lecture/Classroom
Written and Practical exams are administered for combined subjects of instruction.
Written
1. A student may fail two tests, provided he/she passes a retake exam for each test failed with a score of 75% or
higher when the exam and retake scores are averaged together. The retake must be taken within 5
days of the last
day
of the scheduled exam. A grade of 75% will be the recorded score.
2. If a third exam is failed, no retake will be allowed, and the student will be dismissed from
the
program.
3. Any exam taken after the scheduled time will be considered a retake. The student must pass the test with a 75%
or higher. A grade of 75% will be the recorded grade. The student must contact the instructor or EMS Program
Coordinator to schedule the retake. Missed tests cannot be taken during scheduled class/clinical/internship time.
4. If on any subject test a grade of less than 80% is
made, the student will be required to attend a study session with Lake Technical College’s Student Success Counselor. Study sessions will be on Tuesday mornings from 7 am to 9
am in the Minimum Standards classroom on the IPS campus.
Academic integrity is
a concern to the EMS programs: therefore, utilizing cell phones and other programmable devices
/ smartwatches are not permitted during testing.
Practical
Practical exams are scored Pass or Fail.
To successfully complete the program, a student must pass each course’s comprehensive final with a score of 75% or higher and receive a
Pass on the practical exam. One
retake allowed on the written final. One retake on the final practical. The
entire practical must be retaken.
Clinical/Internship Practical Experience - This is the clinical component for EMT (EMS 0110)
A final grade for the student’s clinical and ambulance internship activities is calculated and based on the following
criteria:
a. Knowledge and skills: These required components are very closely integrated in the training and work of an EMT
or paramedic and, therefore, will be weighted together to make up this portion of the curriculum. The knowledge and skills grade will encompass the following areas
of study:
1. Clinical chronology/clinical essay
2. Skills Check Off and competency examinations
b. Professional Skills:
1. Attendance/tardiness to clinical rotations
2. Professional appearance
3. Professional interaction and rapport (teamwork and diplomacy, respect, patient advocacy)
4. Professional conduct (integrity, empathy, self-motivation, and self-confidence)
The student must successfully complete both the clinical/internship portion of the program
independent from the classroom portion. The minimum satisfactory grade for the clinical/field internship portion is 75%.
STATE TESTING
Florida Statute 401.2701 requires the student to pass a comprehensive final written and practical examination given at
the end of EMT. To become a
State certified EMT, the graduate must apply for and pass the Florida EMT (National
Registry EMT) certification examination. The certification examination is given off-campus.
VISITORS
All visitors to the main campus of Lake Technical College must check in at the Admissions kiosk in the lobby. Students will not have visitors in the program training areas without approval of the EMS Program Coordinator.
COURSE
REQUIREMENTS
The State of Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical, the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE), and the
US Department of
Transportation (DOT), National EMS Education Standards for EMT set the curriculum of instruction
required to sit for the state certification and licensure examinations.
competencies in the program. The instructional staff reserves the right to assign additional practice to any student who, in their professional opinion, requires additional work to
master specific program requirements.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMS 0110)
Attendance Policy
Attendance is kept via a computerized system. It is the responsibility of the student to log in and out in order
to receive
credit for class time. This allows the school to keep accurate attendance records for the actual number of hours and
minutes attended. This mechanism will not be amended /
over-ridden more than one time by the faculty for the duration
of the program.
Excessive absences may result in an unsatisfactory knowledge, skills, and/or professional skills grade and can result in
termination from the program.
Tardiness
As in the workplace, students are expected to
be in their seats promptly in the morning, after break, and after lunch.
Students are expected to notify the faculty before the start of class of any anticipated tardiness.
Lecture/Classroom Attendance Policy
· Students are required to log in and out every session.
· Students who miss more than eight (8) class hours
of the Emergency Medical Technician 300 course hours are
subject to dismissal from
the
program. Absences and tardiness are significant areas of interest by potential employers such that any violation of the above will lower the student’s
professional skills grades.
· All assignments missed during the student’s absence must be made up. It is student’s responsibility to meet with
the faculty to get missed assignments and handouts.
· Per F.S. 401.2701 5.b.5.c., attendance at the 2-hour Trauma Methodology and Trauma Registry lecture is mandatory.
· Per F.S. Section 383.3361 (1) & (3), attendance at the SUID training is mandatory.
· No member of the class will be permitted to leave the classroom, clinical site, or field internship without first
discussing with and receiving the expressed permission of the lead faculty or preceptor.
Clinical/Field Internship Student Policies**
1. Each student is to abide by the policies and procedures of Lake Technical College, the EMS program and the facilities utilized by the EMS Program for clinical and internships. Any student not in compliance with the set
guidelines may be asked by the lead faculty to leave the clinical or
internship facility. The student will not be allowed to return to that clinical or internship. The lead faculty will notify the EMS Program Coordinator of the
event.
2. Pursuant to 64J 1.020(1)(a) Florida Administrative Code, the student may not be subject to call or serving as
part
of the ambulance or fire department required staffing while participating in class, hospital clinical, or field
internship.
3. Each student must carry on his/her person a current and valid “professional” CPR certification.
4. The student will observe patient care activities and assist only as directed by the faculty or paramedic in charge.
Students will perform only patient care that has been covered and completed in his/her present program.
5. No student is allowed to be
alone with patients at any time per 64J1.020(1)(b). The student must be accompanied
by a Lake Technical College faculty, a clinical site employee, or an
approved preceptor at all times.
6. All school, hospital and ambulance and/or fire department regulations are to be followed by every student during
clinical and field internship training.
7. Remember to protect
patient privacy and confidential information. What you hear and see is not for general discussion. Any violation of this policy will be considered a serious breach of professional ethics. A Confidentiality
Statement with each student's signature is kept on file.
8. Each student will attend clinical and field internship according to the clinical and field internship schedule. The
student will schedule clinical and field internship through FISDAP. Any schedule change must be completed 24
hours prior to the clinical and field internship time, or it will be considered an unexcused absence.
9. Students are authorized to be at the stations only for scheduled times. Please do not arrive early or stay late unless permitted to do so in
order to complete a run. Students are not to be in
any
field internship station unless
SITE, THE EMS COORDINATOR MUST BE CONTACTED IMMEDIATELY.
10. Unauthorized clinical and field internships are not allowed. Hours for students attending any clinical or field
internship (including scheduled dates but not scheduled stations) without prior approval from the EMS Coordinator will not be counted toward clinical/field internship hours.
11. Students are to occupy only those areas specified for training during clinical and field internships. They are not to be in areas such as the sleep quarters.
12. Students are expected to utilize their time productively by studying, practicing with equipment, etc., in order to maximize clinical and field internship experiences, not watching television, sleeping, or other non-program related activities.
13. Any student not in a proper, professional, maintained uniform will be sent home, and he/she will have to reschedule.
14. During all skills activities, whether inside or outside, proper and appropriate personal protective equipment shall be worn,
and the student is responsible for providing the protective eyewear. No student will be permitted to assist in patient extrication or hazardous incident as determined by the incident commander unless the student is dressed
in the proper rescue/turnout gear.
15. During a potentially harmful or dangerous patient care situation, the student may be required to remain in the
vehicle. Please follow this directive without question.
16. Certain records must be maintained in order
to document clinical and field internship experiences and skill performance. It is the responsibility of the student to adequately and accurately maintain these records.
17. The paramedic/preceptor on duty must approve use of
the
station telephone by the student. Personal cell phones
are not to be used during patient care and transport.
18. No student will drive emergency vehicles.
19. Additional policies and regulations may be established by the school or by the EMS Coordinator during the course
of the program. After due and proper notification, students will be expected to comply fully with all regulations.
** Violation of any of the above may result in disciplinary action up to and including suspension/dismissal from the program.
EMT PROGRAM
MASTER PLAN OF INSTRUCTION
SUMMARY OF
RULES
The Lake Technical College faculty and staff are dedicated to preparing students for successful entry and
advancement into the professions that they themselves have pursued. The rules and regulations of the program have been established with the assistance and approval of the Program Advisory Committee, our industry partners who are agency leaders in the community, and the administration of the College. To ensure that every student entering the EMT Program understands the high standards of the program and the expectations put on each student admitted to the program, a summary of those rules and regulations follows.
· Students will conduct themselves in a manner that is a credit to themselves, the program and Lake Technical
College.
· Students shall obey all federal, state, and local laws as well as school and program rules and regulations.
· Each student agrees to have his/her picture taken for identification and security purposes for the school.
· Students may not register to attend other classes during the duration of the EMT program. They will not be excused to attend other classes.
· Students shall park only in designated parking areas.
· Students will show respect for faculty.
· All faculty are to be addressed as “Mr.,” “Sir,” “Ms.,” or “Mrs.” together with their last name.
· Profane, obscene, or vulgar language and/or conduct are not a characteristic of professional demeanor and will not be
tolerated.
· Harassment of fellow students will not
be tolerated. Racial, gender, or ethnic comments will be grounds for dismissal.
· Students will perform tasks as instructed. Failure to do so will be considered insubordination, and the student will
be recommended for termination from the program.
· Attendance is very important. There are no excuses for absences or tardiness. Be on time!
· Students will contact the school 30 minutes prior to class if they will be arriving late or if they will be absent.
· In the event of inclement weather (tornadoes, hurricanes, etc.), it is the student’s responsibility to check local news stations to see if Lake Tech classes (part of Lake County School System) have been canceled. Information will
also be posted on the College’s website, www.laketech.org.
· All students will report to class clean and neatly groomed as noted in the Dress Code Policy.
· Students will report to
class in appropriate uniform unless otherwise indicated by the faculty. Refer to scheduled activities.
· Shoes and socks are to be worn at
all
times.
· Each student shall bring paper, pen, books, with them
to each class unless otherwise indicated by the faculty.
· Students are required to take notes in class and maintain a notebook that may be checked periodically.
· Laptops and tablets are allowed for access to digital versions of the text. Any other uses of these devices are
prohibited. Digital recorders are allowed for lectures. Twitter, Facebook and any other social media may not be
used
during class. Violation of this rule may include dismissal from
the
program.
· No radios, cell phones, pagers, or devices that may be disruptive to the class will be allowed in the classroom.
The Lead Faculty may make an exception to this rule upon a request from
the
student. An exception will be
granted for illness or pending emergencies only. The exception will be recorded in the daily log and must be re-
approved each day.
· Any student needing to leave for any reason must first secure permission from
the
faculty. This is a serious safety violation and could be cause for disciplinary action.
· Students will not be allowed to leave class early. All leaves must be documented before the scheduled date. Even with approved leaves, time will be docked, and homework will be assigned.
· Water bottles (water only) are allowed in the classroom. Food and drink are not permitted in the classrooms or
training areas. Food and drink are only allowed in
the
pavilion areas, break rooms, and cafeteria.
· Breaks shall be given at the discretion of the faculty. Students must return to class and be
seated prior to
the
end of each break (lecture class). Lateness will be documented, and a reprimand given.
· Attendance at
the 2-hour Trauma Methodology and Trauma Registry lecture is
mandatory (per F.S. 401.2701
5.b.5.c.)
· Attendance at
the SUID training is
mandatory (per F.S. Section 383.3361 (1)
& (3))
· Attendance is
mandatory at
all
scheduled skill labs.
· Horseplay is
a safety violation and will not
be tolerated.
· The use of drugs or alcohol is
prohibited on school property. Students reporting to
class with intoxicants on their breath
or in a state of intoxication will be suspended from the program
immediately!
· Vehicles and lockers are subject to random drug searches by law enforcement canines.
· Lake Technical College is
a tobacco free institution. The use of tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, of any kind is not permitted at
any
Lake Technical College location. Again, the use of
tobacco products of any kind is
strictly prohibited! Any student found using tobacco—on or off
campus—will be dismissed from the program.
· Gambling will not be permitted on school property.
· No firearms are permitted on campus.
· Damage to school property because of negligence or carelessness will result in the responsible party being liable.
Students shall sit in chairs only. No resting of feet or sitting on
tables is allowed.
· Students shall notify the EMS Coordinator of any changes in address or phone numbers as soon as the change becomes effective.
· No student shall enter program private offices without first receiving permission to do so.
· An individual will be designated to take pictures during program activities, exercises, and events. No other cameras are allowed unless prior approval has been given. No video cameras or cell phone cameras will be
allowed.
· Students cannot be subject to call while participating in
class, hospital clinical, or field sessions per F.A.C. 64J-
1.020 (1)(a).
· Students who know of other students violating the rules and regulations or school rules shall report them
to the faculty.
· All students will be at
their assigned place ready for inspection unless otherwise indicated by the faculty.
· Students issued Lake Technical College gear are responsible for proper care of that gear.
· The faculty must approve any equipment that is not provided by Lake Technical College prior to its use by the student.
· No chewing gum allowed while in the classroom, lab, or clinicals.
· At the discretion of
the
faculty, students will be assigned classroom and grounds cleanup as
well
as equipment maintenance on a rotational basis.
· All campus rules and regulations not listed here will apply.
THE FOLLOWING UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIORS WILL RESULT IN THE IDENTIFIED DISCIPLINARY ACTION.
· Arrival for class after the start time (with no notification, written reprimand)
· Arrival for class after the start time (after notification, manikin CPR, or homework)
· Second late return for class (verbal reprimand)
· Absent from class without notification (written reprimand and homework)
· Absent from class after notification (homework)
· Reporting to class without
complete uniform (manikin CPR)
· Reporting to class with soiled uniform (manikin CPR)
· Failure to have book/notebook in the classroom (verbal reprimand)
· Wearing of hats/caps in classroom after one verbal warning (second occurrence, written reprimand)
· Not giving the faculty full attention after one verbal warning (second occurrence, written reprimand)
· Sitting or lying down during class without
a directive by an faculty (first occurrence, verbal warning;
second occurrence, written reprimand)
· Distracting others from the faculty to the detriment
of the learning after one verbal warning (second
offense, written reprimand)
· Eating or drinking
(other than water) during class meeting
after one verbal warning (second
occurrence, written reprimand)
· Sitting on classroom tables after one verbal warning (second occurrence, written reprimand)
· Sleeping in class (first offense verbal warning, second offense written reprimand)
· No radios, cell phones, pagers or other devices that may be
disruptive to the class will be allowed.
These devices must be left in the student’s car. If a student is found with one of these, they will be
subject to dismissal from the program.
Due to the hazardous nature of
the
training, students involved in a gross safety violation that may result in injury to
other students or instructional staff may be exited from
the
program IMMEDIATELY upon documentation of such acts. The staff at Lake Technical College takes great pride in the EMT Program and its students. The staff has the responsibility to train students to be professional EMTs and to certify that students will be a credit to the program and
the profession. During the class, students who are not meeting the professional standards, whether academic, practical, or attitude, will be counseled. If improvement is
not
made, the student may be dismissed from
the
program.
Students enrolled in this
program are training to enter a dangerous, responsible, adult occupation in which the civilian public, as
well
as your work partners, will be dependent upon your ability. With this in mind, use your training hours wisely.
If any problems arise during the course of the program, students may contact the Lake Technical College’s
EMS Program Coordinator or College administrators at 352.589.2250.
EMT PROGRAM INFORMATION
Time Allotted 300 hours
Program Oversight
EMS Program Coordinator Layne C. Hendrickson, 352-589-2250 ext. 1881
EMS Program Medical Director Desmond
Fitzpatrick, 352-589-2250 ext. 1881
Methods of Instruction Lectures/Discussions Demonstration/Role Playing Simulation
Collaborative Learning
Cooperative Learning
Case Studies
Problem-Based and Inquiry Learning
Clinical- Hospital-based Patient Care
Field Internship – ALS Prehospital Care and Transport
Textbooks
Emergency Care + My Brady Lab 13ed. ISBN 9780134190754
2018 – 2019
This program is ONLY authorized
to be offered at the following districts: Lake, Manatee, Palm Beach, St. Johns, Sarasota
and Taylor.
PSAV |
|
Program Number |
W170213 (This program is for use
by Grandfathered Districts ONLY ) |
CIP Number |
0351090414 |
Grade Level |
30,31 |
Standard Length |
300 hours |
Teacher Certification |
Refer to the Program Structure section. |
CTSO |
HOSA: Future Health Professionals |
SOC Codes (all applicable) |
|
CTE Program Resources |
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml
|
Basic Skills Level |
N/A |
This program offers a sequence of courses that
provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards
and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further
education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical
skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that
contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and
problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical
skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of Health
Science career cluster.
This is an instructional program that prepares
students for employment as emergency medical technicians SOC Code
29-2041(Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics) to function at the
basic pre-hospital emergency medical technician level and treat various
medical/trauma conditions using appropriate equipment and materials.
The content includes but is not limited to : patient assessment, airway
management, cardiac arrest, external and internal bleeding and shock, traumatic
injuries, fractures, dislocations, sprains, poisoning, heart attack, stroke,
diabetes, acute abdomen, communicable diseases, patients with abnormal
behavior, alcohol and drug abuse, the unconscious state, emergency childbirth,
burns, environmental hazards, communications, reporting, extrication and
transportation of patient. The student
must be proficient in patient assessment and evaluation, the use of suctioning
devices, oral and nasal airways, resuscitation devices, oxygen equipment,
sphygmomanometer and stethoscope, splints of all types, pneumatic anti-shock garments,
extrication tools, dressings and bandages, stretchers and patient carrying
devices.
Additional
Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education
(CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.
This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 1 occupational completion point.
This program is comprised of courses which have
been assigned course numbers in the SCNS (Statewide Course Numbering System) in
accordance with Section 1007.24 (1), F.S.
Career and Technical credit shall be awarded to the student on a
transcript in accordance with Section 1001.44(3)(b),
F.S.
To teach the courses listed below, instructors must hold at least one of
the teacher certifications indicated for that course.
The following table illustrates the postsecondary program structure:
OCP |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Teacher Certification |
Length |
SOC Code |
A |
EMS0110 |
Emergency
Medical Technician (EMT) |
PARAMEDIC
@7 7G # EMT
7G # REG
NURSE 7 G #PRAC
NURSE @7 %7%G *(Must be a Registered
Nurse) |
300 hours |
29-2041 |
# These certifications can only be used for adjunct faculty.
Please refer to 64J-1.201 F.A.C. for the EMS instructor qualifications.
The program prepares students for certification as EMT's in accordance
with Chapter 64J of the Florida Administrative Code. The
program must be approved by the Department of Health, Office of Emergency
Medical Services, and the curriculum must adhere to the US Department of
Transportation (DOT), National EMS Education Standards for EMT. This is
the initial level for a career in emergency medical services and the primary
prerequisite for paramedic training and certification.
This program meets the Department of Health trauma score
card methodologies and SUIDS training education requirements. Upon
completion of this program, the instructor will provide a certificate to the
student verifying that these requirements have been met. This program also
meets the Department of Health’s education requirements for HIV/AIDS, Domestic
Violence and Prevention of Medical Errors.
Although not a requirement for initial licensure, it is a requirement
for renewal, therefore the instructor may provide
a certificate for renewal purposes to the student verifying these requirements
have been met.
Please refer to chapter 401 F.S. for more information
on disqualification for the EMT license through the Office of Emergency Medical
Services, Department of Health.
An EMT program must be taught by
an instructor meeting the qualifications as set forth in 64J-1.0201 FAC.
An American Heart Association or
Red Cross certification or equivalent in "professional" BLS is
required of all candidates for entrance into an EMT program.
The Student Performance Standards for Emergency Medical Technician were
adapted from the US Department
of Transportation (DOT) National EMS Educational Standards for EMT.
Career Ready Practices describe the career-ready skills that
educators should seek to develop in their students. These practices are not exclusive to a Career
Pathway, program of study, discipline or level of education. Career Ready Practices should be taught and
reinforced in all career exploration and preparation programs with increasingly
higher levels of complexity and expectation as a student advances through a
program of study.
1.
Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and employee.
2.
Apply appropriate academic and technical skills.
3.
Attend to personal health and financial well-being.
4.
Communicate clearly, effectively and with reason.
5.
Consider the environmental, social and economic impacts of decisions.
6.
Demonstrate creativity and innovation.
7.
Employ valid and reliable research strategies.
8.
Utilize critical thinking to make sense of problems and persevere in solving
them.
9.
Model integrity, ethical leadership and effective management.
10.
Plan education and career path aligned to personal goals.
11.
Use technology to enhance productivity.
12.
Work productively in teams while using cultural/global competence.
After successfully
completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:
01.0
Demonstration of a simple depth and foundational breadth of EMS systems.
02.0
Demonstration of a simple depth, simple breadth of research and evidence-based decision making.
03.0
Demonstration of a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of workforce safety and wellness.
04.0
Demonstration of a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of the
principles of medical
documentation and report writing.
05.0
Demonstration of a simple
depth, simple breadth of the EMS communication system, communication with other
health care professionals, and team communication.
06.0
Demonstration of a simple depth and simple breadth of the principles of
therapeutic communication.
07.0
Demonstration of a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of medical legality and ethics.
08.0
Demonstrate the application of
fundamental
knowledge of the
anatomy and function of all human systems to the practice of EMS.
09.0
Demonstrate the application of fundamental knowledge in the use of medical terminology and medical terms.
10.0
Demonstrate the application of a fundamental knowledge of
the causes, pathophysiology and management of shock and the components of
resuscitation.
11.0
Demonstrate the application of
fundamental knowledge of life span development to
patient assessment and management.
12.0
Demonstrate the use of simple knowledge of the
principles of
illness and injury prevention in
emergency care.
13.0
Demonstrate a simple depth, simple breadth for medication safety and
kinds of medications used during an emergency.
14.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth and foundational breadth of medication administration within the scope of practice of
the EMT.
15.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth and simple breadth of
emergency medications within the scope of
practice of the
EMT.
16.0
Demonstrate a foundational depth, foundational breadth of airway management within the scope of
practice of the
EMT.
17.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of
respiration.
18.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of assessment and
management utilizing artificial ventilation.
19.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of scene management and multiple patient situations.
20.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, simple breadth of the
primary assessment for all patient situations.
21.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of the components of history taking.
22.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of
techniques used for a secondary assessment.
23.0
Demonstrate a simple depth, simple breath of
monitoring devices within the scope of
practice of the EMT.
24.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of how and when to perform a reassessment for all patient situations.
25.0
Demonstrate a simple depth, foundation breadth of pathophysiology, assessment and
management of medical complaints.
26.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of the assessment
and management of
neurologic disorders/emergencies for all age groups.
27.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of
the assessment and management of
abdominal and gastrointestinal disorders/emergencies for all age groups.
28.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of
the assessment and management of
immunology disorders/emergencies for all age groups.
29.0
Demonstrate a simple depth, simple breadth of
the assessment and management of
a patient who may have an infectious disease for all age groups.
30.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of the
assessment and management of
endocrine disorders/emergencies for all age groups.
31.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth regarding the assessment and management of
psychiatric emergencies for all age groups.
32.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of
the assessment and management of cardiovascular emergencies for all age
groups.
33.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of
the assessment and management of
toxicological (poisoning and overdose) emergencies for all age groups.
34.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of
the assessment and management of respiratory disorders/emergencies for
all age groups.
35.0
Demonstrate a simple depth, simple breadth of the assessment, and management of hematology disorders for all age
groups.
36.0
Demonstrate a simple depth, simple breath of
the assessment and management of genitourinary/ renal emergency for all
age groups.
37.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of
the assessment and management of
gynecologic emergencies for all age groups.
38.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of the assessment
and management of
non-traumatic fractures for all age groups.
39.0
Demonstrate a simple depth, simple breadth in recognition and management of nose bleed
for all age groups.
40.0
Demonstrate the
application of fundamental knowledge of
the causes, pathophysiology, and management of shock
and respiratory failure.
41.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of pathophysiology,
assessment and management of the trauma patient
for all age groups.
42.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of pathophysiology, assessment, and management of
bleeding for all age groups.
43.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, simple breadth of
pathophysiology, assessment and management of chest trauma for all age groups.
44.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, simple breadth of
pathophysiology, assessment and management of abdominal and genitourinary trauma for
all age groups.
45.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of pathophysiology, assessment, and management of orthopedic trauma for all age groups.
46.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of pathophysiology, assessment, and management of soft tissue trauma for all age
groups.
47.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of
pathophysiology, assessment, and management of head, facial, neck and spine trauma
for all age groups.
48.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of pathophysiology, assessment, and management of nervous system trauma for all age
groups.
49.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of
pathophysiology, assessment and management of trauma patients with special
considerations for all age groups.
50.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of pathophysiology, assessment and management of environmental emergencies for all age
groups.
51.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of the pathophysiology, assessment, and management of multi-system trauma and
blast injuries.
52.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of
management of the obstetric patient within the scope of
practice of the EMT.
53.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of
management of the newborn and neonatal patient within the scope of practice of
the
EMT.
54.0
Demonstrate
a fundamental depth, fundamental breath of management
of the pediatric patient within the scope of
practice of the EMT.
55.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, foundational breadth of
management of the geriatric patient within the scope of
practice of the EMT.
56.0
Demonstrate a simple depth, simple breadth of
management of the patient with special challenges.
57.0
Demonstrate a simple depth, foundational breadth
of risks and responsibilities of transport.
58.0
Demonstrate a fundamental depth, fundamental breadth of establishing
and working within the incident management system.
59.0
Demonstrate a simple depth, foundational breadth of responding to an emergency during a
multiple casualty incident.
60.0
Demonstrate a simple depth, simple breadth of
safe air medical operations and criteria
for
utilizing air medical response.
61.0
Demonstrate a simple depth, simple breadth for safe vehicle extrication and use of simple hand tools.
62.0
Demonstrate a simple depth, simple breadth of risks and
responsibilities of operating in a cold zone at a hazardous material or other special incident.
Demonstrate
a simple depth, simple breadth of
risks and responsibilities of
operating on the scene of a natural or
man-made disaster.
LAKE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
EMT PROGRAM
STATEMENT
OF UNDERSTANDING
I attest that I have received a copy of the Lake Technical College EMT Program’s Master Plan of Instruction and Code of Student Conduct. I
know it is my responsibility to understand the rules and regulations and any infractions
of the aforementioned rules and regulations may result in disciplinary actions as outlined in the Master Plan of Instruction. I also understand that I cannot be a user of
tobacco and enrolled in this program.
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