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Paramedic Program
2020 Application
Portland Community College
Emergency Services Department
Emergency Services Department Mission Statement
To train and educate Emergency Services professionals to excel in meeting the needs of the community.
PCC Cascade Campus
EMS Department - PSEB 133 909 N. Killingsworth St.
Portland, OR 97217 (971) 722-5570
Fax: (971) 722-5535
The Portland 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).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
1361 Park Street
Clearwater, FL 33756
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org rev. 6/11/18
The Portland Community College (PCC) Paramedic Program is designed as the last step in the formal education for
entry level Paramedics. Successful completion of the Paramedic Program year will lead to the AAS degree in
Paramedicine.
Functional Job Analysis Paramedic Characteristics
A paramedic must be a confident leader who will accept the challenge and high degree of responsibility entailed in
the position. Excellent judgment along with the ability to prioritize decisions quickly, be self-disciplined, able to
develop patient rapport, interview hostile patients, and communicate with diverse multi-cultural groups and ages is
required. Must be able to function independently at optimum level under stress, remain calm, and assume leadership
roles with confidence. A desire to work with people and the ability to meet the physical, intellectual and cognitive
requirements demanded by the position are critical.
Physical Demands
A paramedic’s job involves very heavy lifting (50 – 180 pounds or more) frequently and involves climbing,
balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing and
seeing on a frequent basis in less than optimal conditions.
Intellectual Demands
High school graduate/equivalent. Learning ability and intelligence slightly above average is required for a
paramedic to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to do the job.
Portland Community College Paramedic Program Information
The PCC Paramedic Program is limited to 24 students; alternates may be selected. The selection process is
competitive; therefore, all materials submitted must be complete and accurate. Entry consideration will be given to
those with EMS field experience. This includes military, agency affiliated search & rescue, ski patrol, volunteer or
paid EMS and/or Fire work experience, in a hospital or community clinical environment.
EMS students must pass both a criminal background check and drug screen before participating in
mandatory clinical experiences. Criteria for passing these are determined by the clinical site(s). The
associated costs of all background checks, drug screens and reviews are the responsibility of each student.
Failure to pass any of the required criteria will constitute unsuccessful completion of the EMS course(s).
Failure of the course(s) or criminal background check(s) or drug screen(s) will not be grounds for tuition or fee
refund. If you feel you need to get more information prior to being accepted into the program regarding your
background contact Mark Hornshuh, at 971-722-5570
PCC does not provide medical liability coverage. If you are injured and incur medical expenses, you are
responsible for those expenses.
First day of class attendance is mandatory, without exception. Check a current PCC schedule for class times and
days each term. Any Student not present during the first class meeting, on time, will be dropped from the program.
For financial aid information at PCC, visit our website: http://www.pcc.edu/resources/tuition-fees/payment-
info/financial-arrange.html.
The Paramedic Program Applications will be available in June for the following Program year, which begins in
January.
The Following provides information on requirements for and prerequisites to acceptance into the Paramedic
Program.
TO APPLY:
Preferential evaluation is awarded to applications which are organized and complete.
Incomplete applications may be rejected.
Applications accepted JULY 1, 2019 thru SEPTEMBER 15, 2019
Submit complete PCC Paramedic Program application packet (see listing below):
Mailing address: PCC Cascade Campus, EMS Dept – PSEB 133
PO Box 19000, Portland OR 97280-0990
Physical address: 909 N Killingsworth St, Portland OR, 97217
Public Services Education Building (PSEB) - Room 133
If you want an application review at the time you bring in the application, please
schedule a review appointment: 971-722-5570
REQUIRED VERIFICATIONS AND SUBMISSIONS (to be included in your competed application packet):
Copy of current Oregon EMT, AEMT, EMT-Intermediate license; (out-of-state students should allow at
least 12 weeks for licensure when applying for reciprocity with the Oregon Health Authority, EMS &
Trauma Systems Office.)
Copy of current American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider certification
Copy of High School diploma (or unofficial transcript) / GED or College Degree
Official College transcripts submitted in sealed envelopes with the school’s official stamp or seal.
PCC transcripts may be unofficial copies. If you have already submitted other school official transcripts to
PCC Student Records and there has been no additional coursework at that school, an unofficial transcript
copy will be acceptable and must be included as part of your completed application. Missing transcript
copies will constitute an incomplete/rejected application.
Completed Paramedic Program Prerequisite Review Form (included in the application packet.)
‘Personal Statement’. This statement gives you an opportunity to indicate your unique qualities and
professional goals as a Paramedic. This statement need be no longer than one page.
Application process includes consideration of: medical experience, military service, grades, previous degrees
earned, written exam, skills simulation, completeness of application, etc.
PCC PARAMEDIC PROGRAM EXPENSE ESTIMATE (subject to change)
Non-Course Expenses
Application Fee Paramedic Program application fee (payable to PCC) $30.00
Criminal Background Check Fee To be completed before clinical assignments $51.75 $$
Program Management Tool PlatinumPlanner.com $80.00/yr
Program Testing Tool EMSTesting.com $90.00/yr
Books
For Winter Term – EMS 240 $966.00 *
Supplies
Example: stethoscope, trauma scissors, EMS field guide, $100.00 **
eye protection, calipers, penlight, pocket mask, etc.
Uniform
Black polishable boots, dark blue/black pants (no jeans), $250.00 **
uniform shirts, black belt, black socks, scrubs, etc.
Drug Screen Fee To be completed before clinical assignments $25.00 $$
Immunization Tracking To be completed before clinical assignments $20.00 $$
Vaccinations Info to be provided at Orientation $300.00 +++
Total Non-Course expenses: $1,897.60
Winter Term EMS 240: Paramedic I (12 credits)
Tuition:
$116/credit $1,392.00 ****
Lab Fees
$24.00 +
Technology Fee $5.30/credit $63.60
Student Activity Fee $3.40/credit $40.80
PCC College Service Fee $15/term $15.00 ***
Transportation Fee $8/term $8.00
Parking Fee
OPTIONAL: http://www.pcc.edu/resources/parking/students.html
Total winter term expenses: $1,543.40
Spring Term EMS 242: Paramedic II (9 credits) and EMS 244: Paramedic Clinical I (3 credits)
Tuition:
$116/credit $1,392.00 ****
Lab Fees
$60.00 +
Technology Fee $5.30/credit $63.60
Student Activity Fee $3.40/credit $40.80
PCC College Service Fee $15/term $15.00 ***
Transportation Fee $8/term $8.00
Parking Fee
OPTIONAL: http://www.pcc.edu/resources/parking/students.html
Total spring term expenses: $1,579.40
Summer Term EMS 246: Paramedic Clinical II (5 credits) and EMS 248: Paramedic Field Internship I (2 credits)
Tuition:
$116/credit $812.00 ****
Lab Fees
$60.00 +
Technology Fee $5.30/credit $37.10
Student Activity Fee $3.40/credit $23.80
PCC College Service Fee $15/term $15.00 ***
Transportation Fee $8/term $8.00
Parking Fee
OPTIONAL: http://www.pcc.edu/resources/parking/students.html
Total summer term total fees payable to PCC: $955.90
See reverse side for Fall Term and Exam expenses…
Fall Term EMS 250: Paramedic Field Internship II (7 credits) and EMS 252: Paramedic III (2 credits)
Tuition:
$116/credit $1,044.00 ****
Lab Fees
$60.00 +
Technology Fee $5.30/credit $47.70
Student Activity Fee $3.40/credit $30.60
PCC College Service Fee $15/term $15.00 ***
Transportation Fee $8/term $8.00
Parking Fee
OPTIONAL: http://www.pcc.edu/resources/parking/students.html
Total fall term total fees payable to PCC: $1,205.30
Exam Expenses
State EMS Application/Exam Fee
$290.00 ++
NREMT-Paramedic Exam Fee
$125.00
State Certification Background Check Fee $59.15 ++++
Total exam expenses: $474.15
TOTAL EXPENSES ESTIMATED FOR PROGRAM: $7,655.75
* Available for purchase at PCC Cascade Campus Bookstore. Can be viewed on-line at www.pcc.edu
** Wait for purchase recommendations until Paramedic Orientation
*** Assessed once per term if enrolled in at least one (1) credit class
**** Oregon Border state residents (California, Nevada, Idaho and Washington) pay ‘in-state’ tuition
International & other state students subject to ‘out-of-state’ tuition: $246/credit hour
+
Cost will vary each term depending on lab hours. The higher limit was used here.
++ Additional fees/costs will be incurred if testing outside of Oregon
+++ Student to provide. Cost will vary depending on what vaccinations need to be completed
++++ Assessed by the Oregon Health Authority, EMS & Trauma Section
$$ Paid online to 3rd party vendor
NOTES
Some field internship sites may charge additional fees for which the student will be responsible.
All costs for travel, lodging and living expenses will be the responsibility of the student in the event
an out-of-state or out-of-region field internship is selected.
Financial Assistance is available and you should apply EARLY.
Please call 971-722-4934 or visit our website:
http://www.pcc.edu/resources/tuition-fees/financial-aid
These costs are estimates and are subject to change at any time
Paramedic Application
Following 9 Pages.
PORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Note: All information on the application must be typed or printed legibly.
NAME: Last First Mi
Date of Application: PCC G#:
(must be admitted as a student to PCC to obtain G#)
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Mailing Address:
Street Address: (if different than mailing)
City:
State: Zip: County:
PCC Email: __________________________________________________________ Personal Email:_______________________________________________ (optional) Cell Phone: ( ) Home Phone: ( ) Work/Pager: ( )
By submitting this application, I acknowledge that PCC may be required to provide some of my student information to the Oregon Health Authority, EMS & Trauma Section, in order to process my Paramedic application. Additionally, I understand that some of my student information is necessary to be provided to NREMT and certain professional and clinical sites (hospitals, ambulance agencies, et. al.) for eligibility regarding required clinical components and National testing processes (e.g., criminal background check initiation and results, drug screen results, attendance information and, potentially, information about passing classes.). I hereby give my consent to release information as needed. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(Applicant Signature)
EDUCATION
Name of High School: City: State: Year Graduated: (or indicate “GED”)
Official College transcripts required (unofficial copies OK if official already submitted to PCC; PCC transcripts can be unofficial).
Please list all undergraduate institutions you will be using to satisfy coursework requirements.
NAME OF INSTITUTION / STATE CERT / DEGREE (if applicable)
PARAMEDIC PROGRAM
APPLICATION
List all health-related training courses attended. Include training as EMT, nurse’s aide, medical assisting, or courses such as CPR or ACLS.
NAME OF COURSE OR TRAINING
SCHOOL / AGENCY CERTIFICATION DATES
ATTENDED
PATIENT CONTACT EXPERIENCE: FT = Full-time / PT = Part-time List all health care experience in which your responsibilities allowed for direct patient contact (e.g., nurse, EMT, aide, medical assistant, ambulance/fire service)
Employer: Supervisors Name: Contact Phone Number: ( )
Your position Title: Months/Years: FT PT Volunteer Patient contacts per week:
Employer: Supervisors Name: Contact Phone Number: ( )
Your position Title: Months/Years: FT PT Volunteer Patient contacts per week:
Employer: Supervisors Name: Contact Phone Number: ( )
Your position Title: Months/Years: FT PT Volunteer Patient contacts per week:
Employer: Supervisors Name: Contact Phone Number: ( )
Your position Title: Months/Years: FT PT Volunteer Patient contacts per week:
(If you need more space, please list and attach additional experience on a separate sheet of paper.)
EMT License Number: State: National Registry Number: Level:
Level: Expiration Date: Expiration Date:
REFERENCES Identify below the three individuals (not related to you) whom you have requested recommendation in support of your application.
Name:
Occupation: Reason for Selection:
Telephone:
Name: Occupation: Reason for Selection:
Telephone:
Name: Occupation: Reason for Selection:
Telephone:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I give PCC EMS permission to contact the above references regarding any matter in this application. Signature____________________________________________ Date: _____________________________________
Last First Middle (must be admitted as a student to PCC to obtain G#)
Highest college degree awarded: ______________________________________________
Prior to beginning the EMS 200-level course of study, the Paramedic Program prerequisites OR their equivalents must be completed with a ‘C’ grade or higher by the end of
FALL TERM of the year of application.
see Notes on next page for exceptions to the course completion requirement
Required Course title &
Quarter Credit Units
COURSE INFORMATION (Dept/Course# / Transcript Course Title only required if different from listing)
Dept &
Course #
Transcript Course Title
(if not completed, list
‘In-Progress’ or ‘To Be Taken’)
Name of Institution Term / Year Credit
Hours Grade
Human Anatomy & Physiology I
(Bi231 or higher – 4 quarter credits)
Human Anatomy & Physiology II
(Bi232 or higher – 4 quarter credits)
Human Anatomy & Physiology III
(Bi233 or higher – 4 quarter credits)
Public Speaking
(COMM 111 or higher / 3-4 quarter credits)
(Formerly SP 111)
Psychology & Human Relations
(PSY 101 or higher / 3-4 quarter credits)
Introductory Algebra – 2nd Term
(Math 65 or higher – 4 quarter credits)
English Composition
(WR 121 or higher / 3-4 quarter credits)
PCC Paramedic Program Prerequisite Review (Fill out regardless of attaching transcripts)
NAME: ____________________________ PCC G#: _______________________
Continued next page
Required Course title &
Quarter Credit Units
COURSE INFORMATION (Dept/Course# / Transcript Course Title only required if different from listing)
Dept &
Course #
Transcript Course Title
(if not completed, list
‘In-Progress’ or ‘To Be Taken’)
Name of Institution Term / Year Credit
Hours Grade
Introduction to EMS
(EMS 100 – 3 credits) (or FP 101/EM 101)
EMT Part 1
(EMS 105 – 5 credits)
EMT Part II
(EMS 106 – 5 credits)
Emergency Response Comm/Documentation
(EMS 113 – 2 credits)
Emergency Response Patient Transport
(EMS 114 – 2 credits)(or FP 232)
Crisis Intervention
(EMS 115 – 3 credits)
Emergency Medical Tech Rescue
(EMS 116 – 3 credits)(or FP 201)
Medical Terminology
(MP 111 – 4 credits)
Health & Fitness for Life **
(HE 295+PE 295 – 3 credits)(or FP 289)
NOTES:
** HE 295+PE 295; One 4-credit General Education Course – are allowed to be completed with a grade of ‘C’ or higher by the end of Fall Term of the Paramedic Program year
SEE NEXT PAGE FOR GENERAL EDUCATION CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVE AAS DEGREE REQUIREMENTS REVIEW
Must complete 16 credits of General Education (Gen Ed) Elective Courses (in addition to Program prerequisites previously listed): see PCC Catalog for listing of approved
Gen Ed electives for Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS).
The 16 credits of Gen Ed electives must include at least one 4-credit course from each of the three categories listed below; 2 Program prerequisites can also be used to satisfy Gen
Ed requirements if on approved list of Gen Ed electives. One possible configuration is listed below – this option would require one additional Gen Ed elective in any area:
Arts & Letters - (COMM 111 or higher could be used)
Social Science – (PSY 101 or higher could be used)
Science and Mathematics - (Bi 112 can be used: it’s not a program pre-requisite, it’s a prereq for a program requirement)
**4 credits of General Education can be completed later than Summer Term of the application year (must be completed with a grade of ‘C’ or higher by the end of
Fall Term of the Paramedic Program year)
Required Course title & Quarter Credit Units
COURSE INFORMATION
Dept &
Course #
Transcript Course Title
(if not completed, list
‘In-Progress’ or ‘To Be Taken’)
Name of Institution Term / Year Credit
Hours Grade
DO NOT WRITE IN THE BOX BELOW – EMS OFFICE USE ONLY
Date Application received Complete: YES NO Reviewed by: ________
Accepted: YES NO ALTERNATE Date Letter Sent:
Portland Community College Emergency Medical Services Training
PARAMEDIC PROGRAM APPLICANT SURVEY
Today’s Date _______________________ Year you are applying for_________
Please put check mark at appropriate answer.
1. Age: 18-25 yrs__ 26-35 yrs__ 36-45 yrs.__ 46 plus__
2. Gender:
Female__ Male__ Non-Binary__ Prefer not to answer__
3. Ethnicity: Caucasian__ African-American__ Asian__ Filipino__ Pacific Islander__ American Indian__ Hispanic__ Other__
4. Do you have dependents living with you? (e.g., children under the age of 18, parents or grandparents) Yes__ No__
5. Are you a single parent? Yes__ No__
6. Number of children living at home: None__ 1__ 2__ 3__ 4__ 5 or more__
7. One-way travel distance from residence to campus:
0-10 miles__ 11-20 miles__ 21-30 miles__ 31-40 miles__ 41 or more miles__
8. Average weekly hours of employment:
Not employed__ Employed 40 hrs. or less per week__ Employed more than 40 hrs. per week__
9. Have you had previous paid work experience in EMS or health care?
Yes__ No__
10. If you responded yes to item 9, please indicate which experiences apply to you: Nurse Assistant__ LVN__ RN__ Health Information Services__ Medical Dental Hygiene__ Radiology__ EMT__ Paramedic__ Psych. Tech__ Supportive Personnel__ (housekeeping, dietary, etc.)
Military Medic__ Assistant__ Medical Clerk__ Other__________________
(write in other)
11. Years worked in EMS or healthcare:
Less than 1 yr.__ 1 yr. or more but less than 3 yrs.__ 3 yrs. or more but less than 6 yrs.__ 6 yrs. or more__ N/A__
12. Previous volunteer experience in EMS or healthcare:
Student__ Fire Dept. Volunteer__ EMS Volunteer__ Other Health Care Service__ N/A__
13. Highest post-high school education level completed:
None__ Less than 2 yrs.__ Associate degree__ Bachelor’s degree__ Master’s degree or above__
14. Your primary place of residence for the past 12 months:
In this country__ Out of country__ Out of state in USA__
College courses completed with a C average or better. Mark all that apply:
15. EMT__ 16. Anatomy__ 17. Physiology__ 18. Microbiology__ 19. Chemistry__ 20. English__ 21. Math__ 22. Biology__ 23. Medical Terminology__ 24. Psychology__ 25. Sociology__ 26. Humanities__ 27. Cultural Pluralism__
28. Are you receiving a scholarship or financial aid?
Yes___ (If yes, complete items 29-33. Mark all that apply) No ___ (If no, skip to item 34)
29. ___Pell Grant (including SEOG & Oregon Opportunity Grant) 30. ___Employer 31. ___Federal Work-Study Program 32. ___Local organization scholarship 33. ___Other
34. Are you (or think you may be) eligible to receive a Grant through any of the following?
Yes__ No__ Don’t know__
Pell Grants, Work-Study, JOBS, JTPA, SST, General Assistance, AFDOC, any other form of economic public assistance and/or annual income level below $7,500.00 for single person, $15,000.00 per couple with $1,000.00 additional for dependent child.
35. Did you enter this program as a/an:
Generic Student__ Re-entry__ Other__
36. The main reason you chose this program: Required to maintain existing job__ Retraining after layoffs__ Career ladder opportunity__ Career change__ Lifetime goal__ Other__
37. How did you learn about the PCC paramedic program?
College counselor__ Employer/co-workers__ Friends__ Former student/graduate__ Professionals practicing in field__ College catalog__ Program brochure__ Internet__ Career/health fair__ Independent research__ Hospital/Fire Dept.__ Other__
YOUR TIME TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS SURVEY IS GREATLY APPRECIATED! IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT THE PCC EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPARTMENT: 971-722-5570
Paramedic Program Applicant Survey 2019