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  • ESEC 4150: Critical Care Emergency Medical Transport Program

    6.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): Department Approval and University Advanced Standing. Brings paramedics and nurses together in an effort to bridge the gap between pre-hospital and hospital care. Prepares specialized care providers to have an understanding of both aspects of patient care, and to use that understanding to provide a higher level of care to critical patients during transport. Designed to prepare paramedics and nurses to function as members of a critical care transport team. Offers an understanding of the special needs of critical patients during transport, become familiar with the purpose and mechanisms of hospital procedures and equipment, and develop the skills to maintain the stability of hospital equipment and procedures during transport.
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  • ESEC 4210: Paramedic VI-Research

    2.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): Matriculated into Paramedic Program and University Advanced Standing. Pre- or Corequisite(s): ESEC 3210, 3220, 3225, 3230, 3235, 3240, 3245, 3250, 3255 and successful first-semester faculty evaluations. These evaluations will assess affective and effective domains, ensuring that students meet the behavioral and technical competencies required by the CoAEMSP accreditation standards prior to entering clinical, internship, and Capstone phases.. Provides an opportunity to develop and present research on developing EMS treatments and/or technology use.
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  • ESEC 4220: Paramedic VII-Clinical Internship Hospital and Field Phase I and II

    4.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): ESEC 3250, ESEC 3255 and University Advanced Standing. Provides the paramedic student with an opportunity to apply previously learned knowledge and skills while in a supervised clinical setting. Rotations include: Emergency Departments, Medical/Surgical Intensive Care Units, Labor and Delivery, Psychiatric, and Prehospital experiences with field-based internships. Course lab fee of $182 for field mileage and materials applies.
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  • ESEC 4230: Paramedic VIII-Practical Preparation and Testing

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): ESEC 3210, ESEC 3220, ESEC 3225, ESEC 3230, ESEC 3235, ESEC 3240, ESEC 3245, ESEC 3250, ESEC 3255, and University Advanced Standing. Pre- or Corequisite(s): ESEC 4210, ESEC 4220. Provides practical and small group lecture activities using current assessment and treatment techniques for cardiac, multiple system trauma, medical, and pediatric victims. Reinforces patient priority assessment and management concepts needed for successful patient outcomes. National Registry psychomotor preparation and testing included. Course lab fee of $10 for text applies.
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  • ESEC 4240: Paramedic Capstone

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): ESEC 3210, ESEC 3220, ESEC 3225, ESEC 3230, ESEC 3235, ESEC 3240, ESEC 3245, ESEC 3250, ESEC 3255, and University Advanced Standing. Pre- or Corequisite(s): ESEC 4210, ESEC 4220, ESEC 4230. Provides opportunity to practice as a paramedic providing pre-hospital care for emergent and non-emergent patients. Integrates knowledge, behavior and skills from previous courses, labs and internships. Prepares students for national certification exam. Course lecture fee of $22 for field mileage applies.
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  • ESFF 1000: Introduction to Emergency Services

    4.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Explores career opportunities and job requirements of fire and rescue emergency services. Discusses the various duties within emergency services, including structural fire fighting, wildland fire fighting, technical rescue, hazardous materials control, fire protection, fire investigations, and incident command. Explains the employment testing and selection processes of federal, state, municipal, and industrial emergency service organizations. Provides information, skills, and facilities to help students develop personal fitness plans in preparation for fire service physical ability testing.
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  • ESFF 1010: Firefighting Fundamentals I

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Corequisite(s): ESFF 1210. Discusses the history and background of the fire service. Teaches terms, definitions, and concepts of NFPA 1001 Professional Qualifications for Firefighters Level I. Includes fire behavior, ventilation rescue, forcible entry, ladders, ropes and knots, self-contained breathing apparatus, firestreams, fire hose, salvage, overhaul, fire suppression techniques, communications, fire sprinklers, and fire inspection.. Course fee of $20 for state services & testing applies. Corequisite:    ESFF 1210
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  • ESFF 1120: Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Introduces the basic principles and history that relate to the 16 national firefighter life safety initiatives. Focuses on the need for cultural and behavioral change related to health and safety throughout the fire and emergency services profession. Develops professional written communication skills as well as introduces the basics of research.
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  • ESFF 1210: Firefighting Skills I

    4.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Corequisite(s): ESFF 1010. Teaches basic manipulative skills according to NFPA 1001 Firefighter Professional Standards, Level 1. Includes using forcible entry tools, using self-contained breathing apparatus, tying knots and using ropes, handling salvage covers, utilizing hose nozzles and appliances, manipulating ladders, ventilation practices, search for and removal of victims, sprinkler operations, initiating emergency response, and safety procedures. Students are required to furnish their own approved firefighter safety clothing as follows: gloves, boots, helmet, and hood.. Course fee of $95 for specialized clothing and materials applies. Corequisite:    ESFF 1010
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  • ESFF 1220: Firefighting Fundamentals and Skills II

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): ESFF 1010 or Departmental approval. Teaches intermediate skills as described in NFPA 1001 Level II. Builds upon the basic skills taught in ESFF 1010 and introduces new skills and knowledge in water supplies, portable extinguisher practices, inspection techniques, and rescue operations.. Course fee of $100 for specialized clothing and materials applies.
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