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SELECTION CRITERIA
Admission to the Paramedic Certificate Program is based on the following
criteria with maximum points for each criterion indicated:
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1. GPA of prerequisite
courses: 50 points |
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2. GPA of AS Degree
general education courses indicated below that have been
completed: 15 points |
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ENC 1101
College Composition I
HUM 2020 Introduction to Humanities
PSY 1012 General Psychology
HLP 1081 Wellness Concepts |
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3. Interview with
selection committee: 20 points |
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4. Demonstrated
experience in EMS: 15 points |
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5. Experience in EMS may
be obtained as a volunteer or employee. The hours must be
documented and will be verified by the program manager. |
SELECTION PROCESS
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1. The Selection Committee selects candidates for program admission based on total points earned in the selection criteria as indicated above.
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2. The most qualified applicants are selected.
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3. When selected for a position in the Paramedic program, the applicant must enter at the designated time or lose his/her position. Positions unclaimed will be given to alternates. Previous selection does not mean automatic selection for a later class, as a new application is required.
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PROGRAM COST
The approximate cost of the Paramedic program is $2,000 in addition to the cost of the program prerequisites. The cost includes course fees, books, physical exams, uniforms, and other related cost.
POTENTIAL EARNINGS
Paramedic's normally work a 56-hour workweek on a
24-hour on and 48 hours off work schedule. Salaries range from $23,000 to $50,000 annually.
CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION
The program prepares students for the National Registry of EMT's Paramedic Exam and Florida's certification exam as a Paramedic.
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CERTIFICATE CURRICULUM
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Credits Required
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
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BSC 1084C
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Basic Anatomy and Physiology
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5
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EMS 2603
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Paramedic I
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10
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EMS 2603L
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Paramedic I Lab/Clinical
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5
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EMS 2604
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Paramedic II
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10
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EMS 2604L
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Paramedic II Lab/Clinical
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5
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EMS 2605
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Paramedic III
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8
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EMS 2605L
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Paramedic III Lab/Clinical
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4
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TOTAL HOURS
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47 |
CORRECTIONS OFFICER
CERTIFICATE
Program #8500
This program provides job-related training at the entry level
to candidates for correctional officer positions. The curriculum is
prescribed by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice
Standards and Training Commission in accordance with Florida Statutes.
This program requires physically and mentally strong, fair-minded and
constantly alert individuals.
Upon completion of the program, the student must pass the
Florida Criminal Justice State Examination before receiving provisional
certification. This certification is required for employment as a
correctional officer in either the county or state correctional
institutions.
Candidates for this program must submit an application for the
program to the Criminal Justice Training Program office.
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Vocational Credits
Required |
| PROGRAM
REQUIREMENTS |
| CJD 0254 |
First Responder |
1.5 |
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| CJD 0705 |
Weapons |
2.0 |
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| CJD 0710 |
Legal I |
1.5 |
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| CJD 0713 |
Interpersonal Skills I |
2.0 |
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| CJD 0750 |
Interpersonal Skills II |
1.5 |
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| CJD 0704 |
Defensive Tactics |
3.5 |
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| CJD 0712 |
Communications |
2.0 |
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| CJD 0741 |
Emergency Preparedness |
1.0 |
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| CJD 0752 |
Correctional Operations |
2.0 |
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| TOTAL
HOURS |
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19.0 |
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LAW ENFORCEMENT CERTIFICATE
Program #8600
This program provides job-related training at the entry level to candidates for law enforcement officers positions. The curriculum is prescribed by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission in accordance with the Florida Statutes. This
program requires physically and mentally strong, fair-minded and constantly alert individuals.
Upon completion of the program, the student must pass the Florida Criminal Justice State Examination before receiving provisional certification. This certification is required for employment as a law enforcement officer in local, county, and state law enforcement agencies.
Candidates for this program must submit an application for the program to the Criminal Justice Training Program Office.
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Vocational Credits Required
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
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CJD 0254
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First Responder
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1.5
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CJD 0705
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Weapons
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2.0
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CJD 0710
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Legal I
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2.0
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CJD 0711
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Legal II
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1.5
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CJD 0730
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Legal III
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1.0
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CJD 0713
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Interpersonal Skills I
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2.0
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CJD 0732
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Traffic
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1.5
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CJD 0704
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Defensive Tactics
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3.5
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CJD 0712
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Communications
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2.0
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CJD 0723
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Vehicle Operation
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1.0
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CJD 0731
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Patrol
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2.0
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CJD 0734
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Investigation
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2.0
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TOTAL HOURS
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22.0
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LINKAGE PROGRAMS
The Linkage System is a cooperative agreement among five community colleges in the Tampa Bay Area: Hillsborough Community College, Manatee Junior College, Pasco-Hernando Community College, Polk Community College, and St. Petersburg Junior College. PCC also has a linkage agreement with Valencia Community College for Dental Hygiene. This system offers PCC students the opportunity
to enter identified programs on a quota-based system. Some courses appropriate to the respective programs may be taken at
PCC. Students who have been selected for admission to a linkage program at a college out of their district will be required to conform to all program requirements, policies, and procedures of the linkage college, which is the degree granting college.
| Additional information on the Linkage Program may be obtained by contacting a Polk Community College counselor. Linkage Programs are as follows: |
| Hillsborough Community College |
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Environmental Science Technology
Human Services
Medical Sonography Technology
Nuclear Medicine Technology
Ophthalmic Dispensing
Radiation Therapy Technology
Respiratory Care |
| Manatee Community College |
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Respiratory Care |
| Pasco Hernando Community College |
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Dental Hygiene |
| St. Petersburg Junior College |
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Dental Hygiene
Funeral Services
Health Services Management
Respiratory Care
Medical Lab Technology
Veterinary Technology |
| Valencia Community College |
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Dental Hygiene |
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