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EMS-4102A Emergency Med Responder CE
This course must follow the guidelines established by the NC Office of EMS. The EMT Continuing Education program must be conducted by an approved Basic or Advanced Educational Institution as defined in the rules of the North Carolina Medical Care Commission. All Continuing Education Programs will at a minimum, meet or exceed the National Continued Competency Program (NCCP) established by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. The NCCP allows local entities, including the state, region or agency to deliver topics that can be and are not limited to, state or local protocol changes, tasks that require remediation based on QA/QI and topics chosen from run reviews. Additionally, the NCCP allows an individual the flexibility to pursue EMS-related education of interest. Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
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EMS-4200A Emergency Medical Technician Initial
This course establishes the basic knowledge needed to provide, under medical authority, prehospital emergency care and to pass the NC State or National Registry certification exam. Students will acquire basic life support knowledge through a combination of classroom instruction, practical laboratory exercises, field time with an EMS agency, and clinical experience in hospitals. Students will acquire a thorough understanding of criminal, civil, and vehicle laws pertaining to the EMT's services; develop understanding and knowledge of human anatomy and physiology; deal calmly and efficiently with childbirth, injuries, poisonings, and other medical emergencies such as heart disorders, strokes, and diabetes; and in general be able to provide basic life support for seriously/critically ill patients. This EMT program is being conducted according to the rules of the North Carolina Medical Care Commission. Registration fee exempt for qualified participants (must provide proof of affiliation).
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EMS-4201A Emergency Medical Technician Refresher
This refresher course is for EMTs currently credentialed in North Carolina and/or by National Registry. It covers the 80-hour refresher curriculum according to North Carolina OEMS guidelines, including the refresher curriculum as prescribed by the National Registry for the EMT level. Registration fee exempt for qualified participants (must provide proof of affiliation).
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EMS-4202A Emergency Medical Technician CE
This course must follow the guidelines established by the NC Office of EMS. The EMT Continuing Education program must be conducted by an approved Basic or Advanced Educational Institution as defined in the rules of the North Carolina Medical Care Commission. All Continuing Education Programs will at a minimum, meet or exceed the National Continued Competency Program (NCCP) established by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. The NCCP allows local entities, including the state, region or agency to deliver topics that can be and are not limited to, state or local protocol changes, tasks that require remediation based on QA/QI and topics chosen from run reviews. Additionally, the NCCP allows an individual the flexibility to pursue EMS-related education of interest. Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
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EMS-4202D Neonatal and Pediatric Emergencies
This course must follow the guidelines established by the NC Office of EMS. The EMT Continuing Education program must be conducted by an approved Basic or Advanced Educational Institution as defined in the rules of the North Carolina Medical Care Commission. All Continuing Education Programs will at a minimum, meet or exceed the National Continued Competency Program (NCCP) established by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. The NCCP allows local entities, including the state, region or agency to deliver topics that can be and are not limited to, state or local protocol changes, tasks that require remediation based on QA/QI and topics chosen from run reviews. Additionally, the NCCP allows an individual the flexibility to pursue EMS-related education of interest. Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
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EMS-4300A Advanced Emergency Medical Tech Initial
This course must follow the guidelines established by the NC Office of EMS. The Office of EMS must approve courses that include portions delivered via distance education. The curriculum for the AEMT educational program shall be the 2009, or most current release of the United States Department of Transportation (US DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) National Education Standards. The AEMT program must be conducted by an approved Advanced Educational Institution as defined in the rules of the North Carolina Medical Care Commission. The lead instructor for the AEMT educational program must be a NC credentialed Level II EMS Instructor at the AEMT or Paramedic level as defined in the rules of the North Carolina Medical Care Commission. Student prerequisites: A) Successful completion of an EMT educational program. Though a current and valid Credential is not required, an Educational Institution maintains the right to include this as a Prerequisite. B) High school diploma or high school equivalent; C) Reading comprehension and English language skills on the post-secondary level. D) Compliance with the mathematical skills on the post-secondary level
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EMS-4400Q Paramedic I
This Emergency Medical Services (EMS) credential-related course must adhere to the most current guidelines established by the NC Office of EMS (NCOEMS) as applicable to the initial Paramedic course. This includes: OEMS Education Institution approval, program director, instructor standards, course content, clinical/field requirements, and skill documentation. Paramedic I is the first of three required courses that must be completed successfully for the student to be eligible for the NCOEMS & National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) exam. Paramedic I will cover the following topics: Advanced Airway, Cardiology I, Pharmacology, EMS Clinical Practicum I & II, Cardiology II, Trauma, & Patient's with Special Challenges. All paramedic courses comply with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Standards (NHSTA) EMS Education Standards.
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EMS-4400R Paramedic II
This Emergency Medical Services (EMS) credential-related course must adhere to the most current guidelines established by the NC Office of EMS (NCOEMS) as applicable to the initial Paramedic course. This includes: OEMS Education Institution approval, program director, instructor standards, course content, clinical/field requirements, and skill documentation. Paramedic II is the second of three required courses that must be completed successfully for the student to be eligible for the NCOEMS & National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) exam. Paramedic II content includes: Medical Emergencies, Life Span, Clinical Practicum III, and Capstone. Successful completion of Paramedic I is required to enroll in Paramedic II. All paramedic courses comply with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Standards (NHSTA) EMS Education Standards.
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EMS-4400S Paramedic III
This Emergency Medical Services (EMS) credential-related course must adhere to the most current guidelines established by the NC Office of EMS (NCOEMS) as applicable to the initial Paramedic course. This includes: OEMS Education Institution approval, program director, instructor standards, course content, clinical/field requirements, and skill documentation. Paramedic III is the third of three required courses that must be completed successfully for the student to be eligible for the NCOEMS & National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) exam. Eligibility for the exam includes successful completion of the Medical Director oral boards. Paramedic III provides the "field internship" component of the requirements in meeting the field hours, patient contacts, and skill utilization to successfully meet CoAEMSP/NCOEMS accreditation needs. Only students successfully completing Paramedic I and II are eligible to enroll in Paramedic III. No re-entry availability. All paramedic courses comply with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Standards (NHSTA) EMS Education Standards.
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EMS-4502A EMS Instructor Methodology
This course, based on the 2002 National Association of EMS Educators curriculum, trains students who are clinically competent in a specific EMS content area to effectively deliver quality EMS education, satisfying the Instructor Methodology course requirement for credentialing as an NCOEMS Level I EMS instructor. Required Prerequisites: Current EMS credential; Possess a High School Diploma or High School Equivalency certificate and proof of 11th grade reading level. Registration fee exempt for qualified participants (must provide proof of affiliation).
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ENG-025 College English Skills
This course provides the skills necessary for success in college English courses. Topics include reading and writing processes and strategies, such as critical thinking, text analysis, idea development, and application of writing conventions. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze readings and produce unified, coherent, well-developed paragraphs and essays using appropriate document design and standard written English while developing positive academic habits, learning strategies, and a growth mindset.
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ENG-045 English Skills Support
This course provides academic support for the successful completion of gateway English courses by supplementing and reinforcing classroom instruction. Emphasis is placed on developing a growth mindset, expanding skills in active reading and writing processes, applying editing and revision strategies, exercising standard writing conventions through contextualized instruction, and ethically using appropriate technology when reading and writing. Upon completion, students should be able to apply active reading strategies to college-level texts and produce unified, well-developed essays using standard written English.
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ENG-111 Writing and Inquiry
This course is designed to develop the ability to produce clear writing in a variety of genres and formats using a recursive process. Emphasis includes inquiry, analysis, effective use of rhetorical strategies, thesis development, audience awareness, and revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent, well-developed essays using standard written English.
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ENG-112 Writing and Research in the Disciplines
This course, the second in a series of two, introduces research techniques, documentation styles, and writing strategies. Emphasis is placed on analyzing information and ideas and incorporating research findings into documented writing and research projects. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate and synthesize information from primary and secondary sources using documentation appropriate to various disciplines.
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ENG-231 American Literature I
This course covers selected works in American literature from its beginnings to 1865. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret literary works in their historical and cultural contexts.
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ENG-232 American Literature II
This course covers selected works in American literature from 1865 to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret literary works in their historical and cultural contexts.
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ENG-241 British Literature I
This course covers selected works in British literature from its beginnings to the Romantic Period. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to literary works in their historical and cultural contexts.
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ENG-242 British Literature II
This course covers selected works in British literature from the Romantic Period to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to literary works in their historical and cultural contexts.
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ENG-273 African-American Literature
This course provides a survey of the development of African-American literature from its beginnings to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical and cultural context, themes, literary traditions, and backgrounds of the authors. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to selected texts.
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ENT-3000A Intro to Audio Recording
This course provides an understanding of sound recording and engineering. This includes, but is not limited to: the physics of sound, an understanding of the electronics that transmit audio, study of sound recording and engineering tools, and experience using these tools to record sound. Upon completion, students will have a strong foundation of audio engineering to apply to more in depth learning or a career in the audio engineering field.
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EPT-150 Incident Management
This course introduces the National Incident Management System (NIMS). Topics include integrating command and control systems, maintaining communication within command and control systems, and using NIMS procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of key concepts necessary for operating within the National Incident Management System.
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EPT-2140A Emergency Management
This course covers the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Topics include organizing for emergency management, coordinating for community resources, public sector liability, and the roles of government agencies at all levels. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of comprehensive emergency management and the integrated emergency management system.
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EPT-2150A Incident Management
This course introduces the National Incident Management System (NIMS). Topics include integrating command and control systems, maintaining communication within command and control systems, and using NIMS procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of key concepts necessary for operating within the National Incident Management System.
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EPT-2151A Introduction to Public Administration
This course includes an overview of the role of the public administrator in government and an examination of the development and implementation of public policy. Topics include public personnel administration and management, decision-making, public affairs, ethics, organizational theories, budgetary functions within governmental agencies, and other governmental issues. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the functions of government in society and in the lives of people composing that society.
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EPT-220 Terrorism and Emergency Management
This course covers preparing for, responding to, and safely mitigating terrorism incidents. Topics include the history of terrorism, scene hazards, evidence preservation, risk assessment, roles and responsibilities, explosive recognition, and terrorism planning. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize the threat of terrorism and operate within the emergency management framework at a terrorism incident.
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EPT-2220A Terrorism and Emergency Management
This course covers preparing for, responding to, and safely mitigating terrorism incidents. Topics include the history of terrorism, scene hazards, evidence preservation, risk assessment, roles and responsibilities, explosive recognition, and terrorism planning. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize the threat of terrorism and operate within the emergency management framework at a terrorism incident.
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EPT-225 Hazard Analysis/Risk Assessment
This course covers the probability and frequency of hazards, level of hazard exposure, and the effect or cost, both direct and indirect, of this exposure. Topics include identifying and characterizing hazards, evaluating hazard severity and frequency, estimating risks, and determining potential societal and economic effects. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the potential hazards and risks within a community.
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EPT-2251A Public Finance & Budgeting
This course provides an overview of the public finance and budgeting processes used in the allocation of public resources to meet differing public interests. Topics include the political environment, government expenditures, revenues, taxation, budgetary process theories and techniques, and the relation of government finance to the economy. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize impacts of government revenue and expenditure policies and understand the role of budgeting in executing governmental policy.
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EPT-2252A Public Policy Analysis
This course is a study of methods and techniques used to determine the effectiveness of public programs. Emphasis is placed on the concept of ecology and environmental impact, informal groups and information networks, and the relationship between public and private sectors. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze case studies with the use of political analysis techniques.
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EPT-2254A Grant Writing
This course covers the basic techniques of successful grant writing. Topics include concept development, funding sources research, and writing skills relevant to the grants process. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the grants process.