EMS 260   Paramedic IX- Field Internship 1* (8 Hours)

Prerequisites : Admission to Paramedic Program.

Prerequisites or corequisites: EMS 255 with a grade of "C" or higher.

This ninth course in the ten-part paramedic series marks the beginning of intensive field internship experience, continuing to prepare students for the National Registry Examination for Paramedics. It offers an immersive opportunity for students to synthesize and apply their knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors in real-world emergencies. Students function as team leaders, demonstrating entry-level competence in assessing scenes and patients, developing and implementing therapeutic intervention plans, and effectively managing emergencies. This formative internship is crucial for building the confidence and competence needed for the final summative internship in Medic X.