EM 1250 - INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNITY HEALTH

Minimum Credits: 2
Maximum Credits: 2
The role of paramedics in the health care system is evolving in many parts of the country to include helping patients avoid unnecessary 911 calls and hospitalizations. This introductory course will prepare the paramedic to function as a community paramedic. This course will describe the difference between traditional EMS and community paramedic assessments; introduce therapeutic communication techniques; describe mental and behavioral health issues and their effect on chronic disease management; review professional boundaries and provider wellness techniques; and review potential patient populations that could be helped through these new services.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: Letter Grade
Course Requirements: School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences students only.

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