2020-2022 Rockford Day Paramedic Class Information
General Course Information
Qualifications:
Paramedic Course
Classes begin on August 18th, 2020 at 9:00 am at the EMS Office, 4120 Charles Street in Rockford. Class days run from 9 am to 5 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays until May 20th, 2020. You may need to come in early or stay after class to complete assignments throughout the year.
Tuition cost and instructions for payments are included in the application form.
Once a month the class is broken into smaller groups split over three weekdays instead of a regularly scheduled class day. These dates will be provided by the first day of class and will include all small group days for the rest of the year.
There is an approximate four hours of online course time, outside of the classroom, that is required each week.This is in addition to the time needed for studying/reading course materials, which averages an additional ten hours per week.
During this course you will complete a minimum of 500 hours in the clinical and field setting (250 hospital/250 field). This course requirement is outside of classroom time and it is up to you to get your time scheduled. While class is in session be prepared to complete a minimum of ten hours of clinical time in the hospital per week. You will be notified when you are released to begin clinical hours.
In June, July, and August of 2021 you will be required to attend one of two scheduled computer testing days and two mandatory course days each month to complete PHTLS, ACLS, and PALS. You will also work toward completing your field clinical hours.
When the instructors determine you have met specific course requirements you will begin your Field Capstone Project. During this time you will tasked with completing a predetermined number and variety of ambulance calls where you function as the team leader.
Other details:
1. Students are required to provide their own stethoscope
2. Technology will be focus of the curriculum. Students MUST have access to a computer/laptop, printer, and the Internet.
3. This class expects students to have computer skills and communication skills.
4. The textbook is written for an individual with reading skills at the 10th grade level.
Graduation for this course will be August 17th, 2021. You will have until December 20, 2021 to complete your Field Capstone Project.
Testing for National Registry licensure will be discussed with you in class.
Thank you for your interest in our Paramedic Program. If, after reading through the application, you have any further questions please contact Linda at 779-696-6082.
Please note: All projected dates related to this class, including orientation, start date, class schedule, and delivery of educational content are subject to adjustment as related to federal, state, local, and organizational regulations in response to any ongoing or resurging declared emergency by any of these entities. It is our intent to assure the excellence of our educational program while complying with all requirements necessary to maintain our accreditation and the rules and regulations of our regulatory agency during this unprecedented time.
- You must be 18 years of age
- You must have a current Illinois EMT-B license
- You must have a high school diploma or GED
- You must have a current Healthcare Provider (BLS) CPR Card
Paramedic Course
Classes begin on August 18th, 2020 at 9:00 am at the EMS Office, 4120 Charles Street in Rockford. Class days run from 9 am to 5 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays until May 20th, 2020. You may need to come in early or stay after class to complete assignments throughout the year.
Tuition cost and instructions for payments are included in the application form.
Once a month the class is broken into smaller groups split over three weekdays instead of a regularly scheduled class day. These dates will be provided by the first day of class and will include all small group days for the rest of the year.
There is an approximate four hours of online course time, outside of the classroom, that is required each week.This is in addition to the time needed for studying/reading course materials, which averages an additional ten hours per week.
During this course you will complete a minimum of 500 hours in the clinical and field setting (250 hospital/250 field). This course requirement is outside of classroom time and it is up to you to get your time scheduled. While class is in session be prepared to complete a minimum of ten hours of clinical time in the hospital per week. You will be notified when you are released to begin clinical hours.
In June, July, and August of 2021 you will be required to attend one of two scheduled computer testing days and two mandatory course days each month to complete PHTLS, ACLS, and PALS. You will also work toward completing your field clinical hours.
When the instructors determine you have met specific course requirements you will begin your Field Capstone Project. During this time you will tasked with completing a predetermined number and variety of ambulance calls where you function as the team leader.
Other details:
1. Students are required to provide their own stethoscope
2. Technology will be focus of the curriculum. Students MUST have access to a computer/laptop, printer, and the Internet.
3. This class expects students to have computer skills and communication skills.
4. The textbook is written for an individual with reading skills at the 10th grade level.
Graduation for this course will be August 17th, 2021. You will have until December 20, 2021 to complete your Field Capstone Project.
Testing for National Registry licensure will be discussed with you in class.
Thank you for your interest in our Paramedic Program. If, after reading through the application, you have any further questions please contact Linda at 779-696-6082.
Please note: All projected dates related to this class, including orientation, start date, class schedule, and delivery of educational content are subject to adjustment as related to federal, state, local, and organizational regulations in response to any ongoing or resurging declared emergency by any of these entities. It is our intent to assure the excellence of our educational program while complying with all requirements necessary to maintain our accreditation and the rules and regulations of our regulatory agency during this unprecedented time.
Applications
The applications are the same with one exception - the first application you print and complete by hand (print and complete). The second application is a fillable PDF form that you can save to your computer and e-mail to Linda Edmunds.
The applications are the same with one exception - the first application you print and complete by hand (print and complete). The second application is a fillable PDF form that you can save to your computer and e-mail to Linda Edmunds.
Print and complete application
Electronic Application
Proposed Class Schedule 2020-2021
COMING SOON - 2020-2021 Course Catalog
Electronic Application
Proposed Class Schedule 2020-2021
COMING SOON - 2020-2021 Course Catalog
Application Process -
If you are interested in the class you must attend one of the mandatory orientation classes listed below. These orientation sessions are held from 9 am to 1 pm at our office - 4120 Charles Street. The orientation will include a detailed explanation of the program, the Nelson Denny Reading Test, completing a Background Check Form, and an interview with the course instructors. Call Linda at 779-696-6082 to schedule your mandatory orientation session on:
July 6th, 2020 from 9 am to 1 pm at Swedes EMS Office, Rockford or
July 10th, 2020 from 9 am to 1 pm at Swedes EMS Office, Rockford or
July 15th, 2019 from 9 am to 1 pm at Swedes EMS Office, Rockford
The application due date is July 17th, 2020. You will receive notice of your acceptance (or denial) into the program on July 22nd, 2020.
If you are accepted into the program you will need to gather proof of specific immunizations from your private physician and/or your school district. A detailed list of the records needed is in both the application and the Student Catalog.
If you are interested in the class you must attend one of the mandatory orientation classes listed below. These orientation sessions are held from 9 am to 1 pm at our office - 4120 Charles Street. The orientation will include a detailed explanation of the program, the Nelson Denny Reading Test, completing a Background Check Form, and an interview with the course instructors. Call Linda at 779-696-6082 to schedule your mandatory orientation session on:
July 6th, 2020 from 9 am to 1 pm at Swedes EMS Office, Rockford or
July 10th, 2020 from 9 am to 1 pm at Swedes EMS Office, Rockford or
July 15th, 2019 from 9 am to 1 pm at Swedes EMS Office, Rockford
The application due date is July 17th, 2020. You will receive notice of your acceptance (or denial) into the program on July 22nd, 2020.
If you are accepted into the program you will need to gather proof of specific immunizations from your private physician and/or your school district. A detailed list of the records needed is in both the application and the Student Catalog.
Our Primary Goal:
To prepare competent entry-level Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains
To prepare competent entry-level Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains
