I maintain an "open-door" policy. If my office door is open, you are welcome in, without an appointment. This is an idea of when my "door is open": Normal hours will be Monday, 0900-1600, Tuesday and Thursday mornings 0900-1100, Wednesday from 1000-1600 (I have Paramedic Students in lab from 0800-1700, so I'm in and out of the office. Text me to be sure that I will be in the office for you.) and Friday mornings, by appointment.
Throughout the week, I have meetings, appointments off campus, etc. To avoid making a trip to the Academy for nothing, please feel free to text me to make sure I'm in the office before coming in to see me. I value your time and gasoline that it takes to get to the Academy and it will never be an inconvenience for you to text me.
If you have a disability (learning, mental, physical) that affects your ability to participate effectively and have access to any program or service at Amarillo College please contact Disability Services at (806) 345-5639 . Our offices are located in the Enrollment Center, Suite 700. More information may be found at www.actx.edu/disability.
Disability Services facilitates access to all programs and services according to the ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as well as other federal and state laws.
Amarillo College is committed to providing equal access to all programs and services, including all working, learning, and service environments that affect equal access for persons with disabilities. This commitment to provide equal access and opportunity for persons with disabilities is in compliance with federal and state law. Amarillo College also strives to provide Electronic and Information Resources (EIR) that are accessible to all authorized users.
If you find you are unable to access material in an accessible format please contact the Disability Services Office at (806) 345-5639 . This office will work in conjunction with other campus resources to address and accommodate your issue in a timely manner.
As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5900. The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/ . Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is https://www.actx.edu/arc
Tutoring for Success applies to any student whose overall performance in the course falls below 75%. The instructor will create the task in the Student Engagement Portal (Watermark) to direct the student to the appropriate tutoring service, which may be faculty- or SI-led, discipline-specific, and/or general. The tutoring service assigned, the due date for when the tutoring must be completed, and the amount of tutoring required are at the discretion of the instructor. Additionally, the task will alert the student’s success team. Students who do not fulfill the assigned tutoring task may be subject to program- and course-specific penalties that could result in a grade reduction and/or in not being allowed to progress in the course until the tutoring requirement has been satisfied.
Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016
Students who wish to withdraw from a course must complete all steps indicated on the Academic Withdrawal Request form by the course withdrawal deadline.
NOTE: Students who are attending Texas institutions of higher education, for the first time fall 2007 and later, may not withdraw from more than six courses during their academic career. This withdrawal limitation does not include dual credit or developmental classes (Senate Bill 1231 Rule 4.10.) For more information on Drop and Withdrawal Policies, please visit the Registrar's Office Web site.
The Amarillo College Privacy Policy is found at https://www.actx.edu/-amarillo-college-privacy-notice , and applies to all Amarillo College students. If you have questions about this privacy statement or you believe that your personal information has been released without your consent, send email to humanresources@actx.edu .
EMSP-1456-001 Patient Assessment and Airway Management
Knowledge and skills required to perform patient assessment, airway management and artificial ventilation.
Student ResourcesStudent Resources Website
Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 4 lab)
Hybrid
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In order to maintain compliance with Texas Administrative Code, Title 25, Part 1, Chapter 97, Subchapter B, rule §97.64 all immunization documentation must be on file with the EMSP program office WITHIN 10 DAYS of the first class session. Failure to meet this requirement will result in dismissal from the class. Refunds are subject to Amarillo College policy.
Required Immunizations:
Student Conduct:
AMARILLO COLLEGE EMSP HANDBOOKS: Amarillo College's EMSP Program has adopted an Advanced Student Handbook & Internship Manual, detailing expectations and requirements for all students. The current Handbook is posted in this course's BlackBoard. At all times, students SHALL conduct themselves in a in accordance with the provisions of the approved EMSP Advanced Student Handbook, as well as Amarillo College Policies. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from the course and Amarillo College.
This is a hybrid course, not an online course.
Course prerequisites:
Course imperatives:
Online assignments:
Late Work and Make-Ups:
Academic Integrity:
All students are required to read and abide by the Student Rights and Responsibilities policy. Violations, including cheating on examinations and plagiarism, will result in immediate dismissal from the EMSP Program.
Grading Criteria:
Assignment Percentages of Grade
Grading Scale:
A student who will not complete a Major Exam according to the Course Calendar and Assignment deadlines must contact the instructor before the scheduled exam, if possible. Otherwise notify ASAP. If the absence is excused, the test must be taken BEFORE the next class session. Failing to follow this requirement will result in a grade of ZERO for that exam. This ZERO will be averaged in to final grade.
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
It is the student’s responsibility to become familiar with the Student’s Rights and Responsibilities Publication.
Students will be required to abide by the Student Code of Conduct which can be found in the Student's Rights and Responsibilities link above.
All students shall comply with the provisions of the current EMSP Advanced Student Handbook at all times, which is posted under content in Blackboard for this course.
***ABUSIVE, VULGAR, LEWD, OR PROFANE SPEECH WILL NOT BE TOLERATED***
Final grades are based on the cumulative average of four quarter exams. None of the exams are weighted though material over which the exams cover is comprehensive.
A = 90%-100% Cumulative Average
B = 80%-89% Cumulative Average
C = 70%-79% Cumulative Average
F = 0%-69% Cumulative Average
Active and anticipatory participation in this course is absolutely essential for student success.
LABORATORY:
Attendance will be taken and recorded at the beginning of each lab. Advanced Students must meet attendance requirements, as set forth in the EMSP Advanced Student Handbook. Failure to meet these requirements may lead to a failing grade in the course. Regular lab attendance is mandatory for successful completion of this course. When a student reaches 3 absences, or tardies, the Program Director will be notified by the instructor.
Complete reading assignments early. Staying ahead on reading and studying will pay off with great dividends. Falling behind will result in failure of the course.
Do NOT fall behind - Successful completion of this course will come to those that stay ahead in reading and studying.
The reading assinments are essential but they are only the beginning.
Powerpoint are available as study aids. DO NOT rely solely on the Powerpoints for examination preparation.
The key to success on the examination is to study the lecture notes thoroughly. Make your own enrichments on the lecture notes and dare to explore outside references for research.
The more you prepare, the greater your chances of success will be.
Course Calendar posted in BlackBoard
Amarillo College, EMSP Program Web Site
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