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Program Information

Learn more about this pathway with one of the associated programs below:

• Firefighter
• Paramedic

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What You’ll Learn

This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:

1. Track I: FIRE OPERATIONS.
2. Demonstrate the administration of CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on adults and children using methods that meet current BLS standards.
3. Explain and demonstrate common techniques of emergency medical care, including assessment and stabilization of the patient.
4. Identify, describe, and explain fire department operations, including equipment, personnel, and administrative policies.
5. Identify and describe the types, functions, and maintenance of firefighting apparatus, and demonstrate the appropriate and safe use of each.
6. Describe the theory of fire behavior, including types of fires, and explain how building construction affects firefighting operations.
7. Demonstrate the use of proper tools, standard operating procedures, and firefighter skills in a variety of firefighting situations and firefighter tasks.
8. Specify the planning and preparation process for emergency incidents; identify the components and application of Incident Command Systems (ICS) and unified command procedures during the response to and mitigation of emergency incidents.
9. Identify and explain emergency planning and implementation strategies for response and prevention.
10. Describe and explain the role of first responders in emergency response plans, resource development, and incident management systems under terrorism conditions.
11. Describe and demonstrate the physical requirements for performing basic firefighting tasks.
12. Track II: PARAMEDICINE.
13. Demonstrate the administration of CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on adults and children using methods that meet current BLS standards.
14. Explain and demonstrate common techniques of emergency medical care, including assessment and stabilization of the patient.
15. Identify and treat emergencies related to basic electrocardiograph (ECG) arrhythmias according to the American Heart Association standards and guidelines and local protocol.
16. Perform the procedures unique to pediatric and neonatal transport.
17. Describe the actions, indications, contraindications, precautions, side effects and dosages of the drugs included in the current Arizona Department of Health Services approved Paramedic drug box.
18. Apply the procedures of identifying and treating shock, including IV fluid therapy and use of medical anti-shock trouser (MAST) suit.
19. Identify and treat behavioral emergencies.
20. Identify and treat medical emergencies including diabetic, environmental, toxicological, obstetric and genitourinary emergencies.
21. Administer parenteral medications.
22. Identify and treat respiratory emergencies.
23. Identify and treat cardiovascular emergencies including (ECG) electrocardiographic interpretation.
24. Classify the types of medical emergencies and identify appropriate treatment protocols.
25. Perform a Primary and Secondary Survey including medical history.
26. Apply the procedures of identifying and treating shock, including IV fluid therapy for patients in emergency situations.
27. Identify diagnostic characteristics of soft tissue injuries and appropriate treatment processes.
28. Describe and demonstrate the planning and preparation process for emergency incidents using Incident Command Systems (ICS).
29. Define the role and responsibilities of emergency response and operations for the Emergency Paramedic.
30. Identify and treat central nervous system emergencies.
31. Identify and explain emergency planning concepts and implementation strategies for response and prevention.
32. Describe the role of first responders in emergency response plans, resource development, and incident management systems by identifying all relevant steps for first responders.
33. Define commonly used medical terminology in the health care setting.
34. Demonstrate effective communications skills with hospital personnel and with team members, patients and others at the scene of an emergency.
35. Track III: EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
36. Demonstrate the administration of CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on adults and children using methods that meet current BLS standards.
37. Define and describe the role of first responders in emergency response plans, resource development, incident management systems, patient assessment, and communication with the media during emergency terrorism situations.
38. Define and describe disaster recovery operations including planning considerations, special populations issues, and recovery responsibilities.
39. Explain emergency planning concepts and implementation strategies for response and prevention.
40. Identify the critical components of an integrated emergency medical system, and the processes used for assessing threat.
41. Identify and differentiate between various hazard mitigation strategies, including coordinated community responses and resources.
42. Compare and contrast methods for managing emergency incidents including command, control, and coordination of response.
43. Track IV: FIRE SCIENCE.
44. Demonstrate the administration of CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on adults and children using methods that meet current BLS standards.
45. Describe the chemical processes utilized in dealing with hazardous materials incidence.
46. Recognize and identify the chemical and physical properties of hazardous materials.
47. Describe the problems concerning fire prevention techniques, procedures, regulations, code enforcement, and occupancy survey.
48. Describe the characteristics and behavior of fire and extinguishing agents.
49. Describe fire suppression organization, basic firefighting tactics, and public relations as affected by fire suppression.
50. Describe the methods of attacking, controlling, and extinguishing various types of fires.
51. Describe the principles of care, maintenance, and operation of fire apparatus and pumper trucks.
52. Define and evaluate the fire department's ethical and moral responsibility in serving the public.
53. Describe ethical situations and conflicts in values that may arise in fire service, and suggest possible resolutions and methods for coping.
54. Explain emergency planning concepts and implementation strategies for response and prevention.
55. Describe and explain the critical components of an integrated emergency medical system, and the processes used for assessing threat.
56. Describe personal and practical skills needed to enhance customer service in the public sector.

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based annual median wages* for this program. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information.

Admission Criteria

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

• Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
• The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
• Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
• Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include AAA/CPD150, AAA/CPD150AC, CPD104, and AAA115/CPD115. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
• Consult with your faculty mentor or academic advisor to determine educational requirements, including possible university transfer options, for your chosen career field.

Disclaimer

Students must earn a grade of "C" or better for all courses required within the program.

Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.

At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.

View MCCCD’s curriculum website for the Associate in Applied Science in Emergency Response and Operations (http://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm3?id=125790).

Other Versions

The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. Other versions of this pathway map from different catalog years are available below: