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2021-22 College Catalog 
    
2021-22 College Catalog [ARCHIVED]

Certificate Information


The Paramedic Program of Owens Community College Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

This course is designed to increase the scope of practice for the EMT-B. The course follows the State of Ohio curriculum and includes IV therapy, cardiac monitoring and more patient assisted medications. Those who successfully complete the course will be eligible to take the National Registry exam and receive state certification through the Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS). This course is offered for Emergency Medical Technicians who are interested in furthering their career or considering becoming a paramedic. Individuals interested in EMT-Intermediate certification should register.