Associate of Science in Paramedic Technology
Overview
We have suspended new enrollments to the Associate in Paramedic Technology program and are no longer accepting applications for admission.
If you are a student currently enrolled in the program, our staff will work with you to complete all program coursework by April 2014. If you have questions please contact Neff Casaburri at 617.373.4290 or n.casaburri@neu.edu
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Advance your Paramedic Career
If you have earned (or are in the process of earning) your paramedic technology certificate and wish to advance your career, the Associate of Science in Paramedic Technology degree program may be a great fit for you. Widely considered to be one of the country’s best schools for EMS education, Northeastern University’s Institute for Emergency Medical Services offers an intensive program that includes the liberal arts and computer courses you need to receive your associate’s degree. The result is a well-rounded learning experience that prepares you to pursue your bachelor’s degree in a related field.
A key benefit of this program is the ability to receive college credits for your lab and field work—enabling you to transfer more credits into one of Northeastern’s bachelor’s degree programs. As a result, you may complete your bachelor’s degree in less time (and at a lower cost).
By attending this program, you will also benefit from a comprehensive university-style learning experience that goes far beyond traditional training. In addition to the comprehensive curriculum and proven learning format, you will join the ranks of the 45,000 emergency medical professionals who have been educated at Northeastern’s Institute for Emergency Medical Services. Since 1972, the Institute has developed and delivered effective, practice-oriented EMS educational programs that prepare students for successful EMS careers.
Curriculum
Prerequisite (57 q.h.)
Completion of the 57-quarter-hour Paramedic Certificate or its equivalent.
Required Courses (21 q.h.)
Written Communication (9 q.h.)
Complete all of the following courses:
| ENG 1004 | College English 1 | 3 q.h. |
| ENG 1005 | College English 2 | 3 q.h. |
| ENG 3006 | College English Workshop | 3 q.h. |
Diversity (3 q.h.)
Complete one of the following courses:
| CMN 2002 | Intercultural Communication | 3 q.h. |
| HST 2205 | Coming to America: The American Immigrant Experience | 3 q.h. |
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POL 2230
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Civil Liberties | 3 q.h. |
| SOC 1110 | Diversity | 3 q.h. |
| SOC 1635 | Race and Ethnicity | 3 q.h. |
| SOC 2440 | Gender and Work Roles in Society | 3 q.h. |
| MGT 1503 | Managing in a Diverse and Changing World | 3 q.h. |
Information Literacy (3 q.h.)
Complete one of the following courses:
| ITC 1001 | Introduction to PC Productivity Tools | 3 q.h. |
| ITC 1002 | Technology and Information Fluency | 3 q.h. |
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ITC 1120
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Website Design | 3 q.h. |
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ITC 1235 |
Internet Essentials | 3 q.h. |
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ITC 1255
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Human-Computer Interaction | 3 q.h. |
Mathematics (6 q.h.)
Complete a minimum of 6 quarter hours from the following courses:
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MTH 1001
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College Algebra 1 | 3 q.h. |
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MTH 2002
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College Algebra 2 | 3 q.h. |
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MTH 2512
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Finite Mathematics | 3 q.h. |
| MTH 2101 | Precalculus | 3 q.h. |
| MTH 3005 | Calculus 1 | 3 q.h. |
| MTH 3010 | Calculus 2 | 3 q.h. |
| MTH 3015 | Calculus 3 | 3 q.h. |
| ECN 2001 | Statistics 1 | 3 q.h. |
| ECN 2002 | Statistics 2 | 3 q.h. |
Foundation Courses (9 q.h.)
Complete all of the following courses:
| CMN 1101 | Fundamentals of Human Communication | 3 q.h. |
| HST 1003 | The Civilization of the Modern World | 3 q.h. |
| PSY 1010 | Introduction to Psychology: Fundamental Issues | 3 q.h. |
Total Quarter Hours: 87
Admissions Requirements
Below are the official Admissions Requirements for this program.
- Online application
- Statement of purpose (500-1000 words): identifying your educational goals and expectations from the program; please be aware that the University's academic policy on plagiarism applies to applicant's statement of purpose
- Professional resume: current resume that displays job responsibilities, relevant experience, and education history
- Letter of recommendation: from individual(s) with either academic or professional knowledge of your capabilities, such as a faculty member, current employer, mentor, or colleague
- Letter of recommendation: from a physician who has academic or professional knowledge of your capabilities
- Academic transcripts: submit one of the following
- Official high school degree
- Official GED
- Official associate degree showing degree conferral and date
- Transfer credit documentation: should be submitted with your application material
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Official U.S. transcripts: if you applied previously earned credit toward your earned associate degree, you must request transcripts from each institution you attended.
- Official foreign transcripts: must include English translation. We encourage you to submit a course-by-course evaluation of your diploma(s) and transcript(s)
- College-level examinations: official examination score(s)
- Military evaluation
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Copy of paramedic certificate
- Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language: English language proficiency guidelines
For general admissions information and recommended admissions deadlines, Undergraduate Admissions.
All requirements must be received prior to review.
Talk to an Enrollment Coach
We can walk you through your program options and the application process.
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Upcoming Academic Term Dates
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Spring Term
April 9, 2012 (6- & 12-week classes)
May 21, 2012 (6-week classes) -
Summer Term
July 2, 2012 (8-, 6-, and 4- week classes)
July 30, 2012 (4-week classes)