EMS-4400S Paramedic III
This Emergency Medical Services (EMS) credential-related course must adhere to the most current guidelines established by the NC Office of EMS (NCOEMS) as applicable to the initial Paramedic course. This includes: OEMS Education Institution approval, program director, instructor standards, course content, clinical/field requirements, and skill documentation. Paramedic III is the third of three required courses that must be completed successfully for the student to be eligible for the NCOEMS & National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) exam. Eligibility for the exam includes successful completion of the Medical Director oral boards. Paramedic III provides the "field internship" component of the requirements in meeting the field hours, patient contacts, and skill utilization to successfully meet CoAEMSP/NCOEMS accreditation needs. Only students successfully completing Paramedic I and II are eligible to enroll in Paramedic III. No re-entry availability. All paramedic courses comply with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Standards (NHSTA) EMS Education Standards.