Westchester
Community
College
Department of PreHospital
Emergency Medical Services
Emergency Medical TechnicianBasic
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Policies and Procedures Manual
Revised: May 2007
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Course Policy Statement1
Profile of the W.C.C. EMS PROGRAM
WestchesterCommunity College1
The EMS PROGRAM1
The EMS PROGRAM EMT Program2
Objectives2
Instruction2
Admissions
When to apply4
Admissions4
Admissions Procedures4
Advanced Standing/Placement5
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees7
Tuition Refund Policy8
Textbooks8
Student Services
Student Code of Conduct9
Cultural Diversity and Racism12
Sexual Harassment Policy12
Student Records13
Drug and Alcohol Policy13
Clean Air Policy13
Personal Injury/Illness Policy14
Student Counselling14
LearningResourceCenter (Library)5
AutoTutorial Center15
Parking15
Food Service15
ACADEMIC POLICIES
Attendance (noncredit)16
Attendance (credit)19
Attendance (general policies)19
Cognitive Evaluation (noncredit)20
Cognitive Evaluation (credit)21
Psychomotor Evaluation22
Grading23
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COURSE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
The following are the COURSE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES for the WestchesterCommunity College, Emergency Medical Services Program, Emergency Medical Technician Program. All students are expected to adhere to all W.C.C. and EMS PROGRAM policies. Failure to do so may result in the student dismissed from the course. Course policies may be amended at the discretion of the Chairperson of the Department of Prehospital EMS and/or Course Sponsor Administrator. The student will be notified in writing of any amendments before they go into effect. If you have any questions concerning any policy or procedure please contact your instructor or the EMSDepartment Chairperson.
PROFILE OF THE W.C.C. EMS PROGRAM
WestchesterCommunity College:
WestchesterCommunity College is one of thirty community colleges affiliated with the State University of New York (SUNY). Founded in 1946 as the New York State Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences, it first opened its doors in White Plains. However, in 1957 the County of Westchester bought the 306acre John Hartford estate in Valhalla, three miles to the north, and designated 218 acres as a relocation site for what is today the present site of the college.
TodayWestchesterCommunity College enrolls more than 10,000 fulltime and parttime students annually and a like number of noncredit students.
The Emergency Medical Services PROGRAM:
The Emergency Medical Services PROGRAM of Westchester community College provides education and training in prehospital emergency medicine. The EMS Program is managed by the Department of Prehospital EMS. Westchester Community College, New York Medical College, the WestchesterCountyMedicalCenter, and the WestchesterCounty office of Emergency Medical Services cooperatively established the EMS PROGRAM to expand the range and depth of courses offered in the lower HudsonValley region. The EMS PROGRAM also works in cooperation with other health and emergency service organizations throughout the region.
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The EMS PROGRAM Emergency Medical Technician Program:
The EMS PROGRAM offers a one semester Emergency Medical TechnicianBasic course based on theory and related hospital clinical and field internships. The main objective of the program is to provide the student with sufficient education in prehospital medicine; and thus allow the student to function as a Emergency Medical Technician. The curriculum followed meets and exceeds the N.Y.S. DOH and U.S. DOT EMT-B National Curriculum.
The Department of Prehospital EMS also offers a college certificate and AAS degree program for the EMT-Paramedic.
The college library as well as other college facilities are available for the students use. Students are encouraged to use these resources to enrich their education and to assist with independent study. In addition to the clinical exposure provided at the WestchesterCountyMedicalCenter, clinical affiliations with other local hospitals provide a well rounded clinical experience. WCMC is the only Level I Trauma Center in the lower Hudson Valley Region and is home to StatFlight the only air ambulance in the region.
Objectives:
To provide the student with the skills and knowledge to assess and manage patients who are acutely ill or seriously injured. To provide the student with the concepts and principles to perform the following skills: CPR, Basic airway control and ventilation, fixation and traction splinting, bleeding control and bandaging, spinal immobilization, radio communication and documentation skills. This course will follow all of the guidelines established by the N.Y.S. Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Service.
Instruction:
Training is through classroom lecture and demonstration, laboratory practice, and actual patient care during the clinical portions of the course. Emphasis is on the pathophysiologic basis of a disease process, reasons for the type of treatment rendered, and how this treatment alters the disease process.
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Instruction continued:
The course must represent a balance between didactic, clinical and psychomotor skill training. The student must not only learn what to do, but must also understand why they are doing it. Understanding is the key to good clinical knowledge.
The material presented at each lecture should be somewhat familiar to the student since it is the student's responsibility to have read about and studied the same topic prior to the lecture. Class lectures serve to highlight material and provide a forum for questions and review. The formation of study groups is encouraged.
Students are studying to become professionals and it is therefore of utmost importance that students conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times. Immature, irresponsible or inappropriate behavior is unacceptable and may constitute grounds for disciplinary proceedings. In the event of a student's negligent, criminal, dangerous, irresponsible or inappropriate behavior; said student may be immediately suspended from the program by the Medical Director, Course Administrator or Instructor Coordinator. Dismissal proceedings may be initiated against the student.
Each student shall be provided with a copy of the Policies and Procedures Manual delineating their education. Each student shall sign that he/she has received, read, understood and agrees to adhere to all policies and procedures contained inthe Policies and Procedures Manual.
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ADMISSIONS
When to Apply:
Applications for admission to the W.C.C. EMS Program may be obtained from the Admissions Office. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis for courses that begin in September, January, June, and July.
Admissions:
Any person seeking admission to the W.C.C. EMTB Program must meet the following requirements:
- Must be 18 years of age or older by the last day of the month, in which they are taking a NYS written certification exam. You must be 16 years of age as described for the Certified First Responder Course. This is pursuant to NYS DOH rules and regulations.
- High School graduate or GED equivalent
- Good physical health.
Admissions Procedure:
- Return a completed Application for Admission form to the WCC Admissions office.
- Provide an official high school transcript.
- Provide an official college transcript if applicable.
- Comply with NYS law regarding immunization documentation for Measles, Mumps and Rubella.
- Contact the Chairperson of the Department of Prehospital EMS for current course offering information.
Registration Procedure:
- Comply with above admissions guidelines.
- Obtain a Certificate of Residence (NonWestchester, NYS residents only)
- Register at the Registrar's Office at the appropriate designated registration periods for each semester.
- Upon registration, pay tuition and fees at the Bursar's Office.
Note:
EMTB courses are listed in the Schedule of Instruction each semester with scheduled meeting times and the course reference number needed to register. As a rule registration begins approximately 45 days prior to the beginning of each semester. Courses are available based upon available space in the class. EMTB classes will be considered full when 33 students have enrolled. Department permission is required in order to exceed this enrollment capacity.
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New YorkState law requires all students born since January 1, 1957, to present proof of immunity against measles, mumps and rubella (German measles) in order to register at any college in the state.
The following proofs are acceptable:
1.Physician proof of vaccine administrated on or after the first birthday. For measles, this must include two doses of live measles vaccines. Mumps and rubella require just one dose each of their respective live vaccine.
2.Physician documented history of having had measles, mumps and/or rubella.
3.Documented laboratory blood tests which prove existing immunity to any or all diseases.
Students born after January 1, 1957, who desire to attend WestchesterCommunity College must comply with the above immunization law. All proofs of immunization must be presented at the time of registration.
Any questions about this policy may be directed to the Coordinator of Student Health Services at 6066610.
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Advanced Placement/Standing
"Advanced Standing" may be granted if you are currently licensed in New YorkState as a:
-Physician;
-Practical Nurse;
-Physician's Assistant;
-Nurse Anesthetist;
-Nurse Practitioner;
-Registered Nurse;
-Respiratory Therapist;
Please contact the Department Chairperson’s office for further information. (914) 606-6507.
Prior to the granting of "Advanced Standing" the applicant must demonstrate written and cognitive proficiency in the appropriate areas.
See appendix A for N.Y.S. EMS Policy Statement.
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TUITION AND FEES
Tuition and Fees for WestchesterCounty Residents:
EMT Basic Original {EMS 101}
- 5 credits at $140.00 $700.00
- Application Fee25.00
- Student Fee45.50
- Lab Fee10.00
TUITION AND FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
Residency:
In order for students to be eligible for resident tuition, they must:
- Be U.S. citizens or have had Permanent Emigration or Refugee status for one year and
- Have been permanent residents of N.Y.S. for one year and have been residents of Westchester County for at least six months or have Certificates of Residence issued by the Chief Fiscal officer of their home county in N.Y.S. Students who have resided in more than one county in N.Y.S. during the past six months must obtain Certificates of Residence for each county.
A signed Certificate is valid for one year (September through August). An application for Certificate of Residence may be obtained at the Registrar's Office or the Business office. A new Certificate must be obtained each academic year from the student's home county.
If N.Y.S. residents who are not residents of Westchester do not have the necessary signed Certificate of Residence at the time of registration, they will be required to pay the nonresident tuition rate.
Students who live outside N.Y.S. or are not U.S. citizens and are in this country on a temporary visa must pay nonresident tuition.
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Tuition Refund Policy:
Students may apply for and receive a refund under the following conditions:
If application for refund is filled with the Registrar prior to the first day of the semester, there will be a 100% refund of tuition and refundable fees.
If the application is filled with the Registrar during the first three (3) weeks of classes the student may receive a percentage of tuition (not fees) according to the schedule below. Refunds are calculated on a net of activity by week during the refund period. The refund schedule applies to all registrants, including those who are permitted to register late.
REFUND SCHEDULE FALL AND SPRING SEMESTERS
Before the first day of classes100%
1st week80%
2nd week50%
3rd week 20%
In addition to the application, an official drop form must be filled with the Registrar. In the event of canceled courses, 100% of tuition will be refunded. Refunds require up to eight weeks to process through the Registrar's office and Business office.
Textbooks:
It is the student's responsibility to obtain all required textbooks. All textbooks may be purchased from the college bookstore or from any EMS bookstore.
See also: WestchesterCommunity College is a registered program at this site.
See appendix B for a list of required textbooks
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Emergency Medical Services PROGRAM
ScienceBuilding 338
SUNY/WESTCHESTER(914) 606-6507
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Vahalla, New York 105951698 (914) 6066600
EMTBasic
Required Textbooks
- Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured.
And Student Workbook. AAOS
Ninth Edition, Jones and Bartlett 0-7637-4406-9
- Student Manual for EMS Courses
NYS Department of Health – Provided free of charge in class.
- NYS EMT-B Treatment Protocols
NYS Department of Health - Provided free of charge in class.
- CPR Manual for Healthcare Provider
American Heart Association
See also: or 1 800 367 0382
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STUDENT SERVICES
Student code of Conduct:
Student rights, basic to freedom to learn, carry with then the responsibility for conduct, based on mutual respect, which is compatible with the functioning of the college as a community. Enrollment at WCC, therefore, assumes as agreement by each student to obey the rules and regulations of the college, as well as the laws of the State of New York and the United States.
Violations of these rules, regulations and laws are subject to appropriate disciplinary action. Such violations include, but are not limited to, the following:
1.Falsification of information to the college, through forgery, alteration, or intentional misuse of college documents, records or identification.
2.Theft of, or damage to, property.
3.Disorderly, lewd, indecent, or obscene conduct or expression.
4.Failure to comply with directions of college employees acting in the performance of their duties.
5.Failure to show proper I.D. to requesting college employees acting in the performance of their duties.
6.Gambling in any form.
7.Attendance in class, or at any collegesponsored function, under the influence of alcoholic beverages, or narcotics and drugs, or the unauthorized possession and/or sale of alcoholic beverages, narcotics or drugs on the college campus.
8.Use of any unauthorized vehicle on the campus.
9.Failure to adhere to all traffic regulations.
10.Infringement upon the rights of other members of the college community by physical or verbal assault or abuse.
11.Disruptive conduct in or near classrooms which prevents instructor's from performing their functions.
12.Any act that interferes with the normal operation of the college, or which adversely affects the student's suitability as a member of the college community.
13.Abuses of the library privileges and procedures.
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StudentCode of Conduct continued:
Consequences
The Vice President and Dean of Student Personnel Services oversees all student conduct problems. In all cases, procedures followed ensure that student's rights to due process are maintained. They include:
- State of charge in writing;
- Prompt impartial hearing;
- The right to appear in person;
- The right to be represented by an advisor or legal counsel;
- The right to submit a written response in addition to a personal appearance;
- The right to face an accuser;
- The right to appeal in cases of dismissal.
The following penalties are those which might be imposed by the college:
- Admonition an oral statement to the offender pointing out. the violation of college rules.
- Warning a written notice to the offender.
- Censure a written reprimand for violation of a specified regulation; it would include the possibility of more severe sanctions if the student is found to have violated any college regulations within a stated period of time.
- Disciplinary Probation exclusion from participation in privileged cocurricular activities for a set period of time.
- Restitution reimbursement for damage to or misappropriation of property.
- Suspension exclusion from classes and other activities for a definite period of time, as set forth in the notice of suspension.
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Student Code of Conduct contained:
Consequences continued:
- Expulsion termination of student's status for as indefinite period of time. The conditions of readmission, if to be permitted, would be stated in the order of expulsion.
- Complaint to civil authorities.
- Immediate suspension or ejection from the campus: this remedy is governed by Article 129A of the N.Y.S. Education Law.
Appeals of decisions resulting from this process may be made to the President of the College.
Further details on the students rights and responsibilities and related procedures are contained in the Student Rights and Responsibilities document available in the office of Student Affairs and the Dean of Student Personnel Services.
Should a disciplinary or other problem in class arise, students will need to follow a chain of “command” as follows:
For EMS certification courses:
Course Instructor {CIC}
Department Chairperson
Divisional Associate Dean
EMS Program Medical Director may be involved at any level of an appeal process in order to assist in rectifying the situation.
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Cultural Diversity and Racism:
WestchesterCommunity College endeavors to establish and maintain an environment in which individuals of various groups and backgrounds learn to live together in an atmosphere of mutual respect. Furthermore, the college asserts that student's educations are inadequate unless they have acquired knowledge and appreciation of human diversity and have established sets of values with which to function positively in a pluralistic society.
Respect for an understanding of cultural diversity in all its forms is a strong antidote for prejudice, racism, and discrimination based on religion, national origin, ethnic grouping, color or other sociallyderived attempt to deny people their human rights. Accordingly, the college strives to find common elements that unite us and the positive differences that strengthen us.
Goals
- To provide all students with experiences in and out of the classroom that enhance their understanding and respect for differences in race, national origin, religion, ethnic identity, gender, sexual preferences, age and socioeconomic background.
- To sensitize the staff and faculty to regard cultural differences as the norm, not the exception, while recognizing our common needs and aspirations.
- To encourage diverse groups to participate in cooperative endeavors and interactions.
Sexual Harassment Policy:
Sexual harassment includes any unwanted verbal or physical sexual advance, requests for sexual favors, sexually explicit derogatory remarks and sexual discriminating remarks which are offensive or objectionable to the person at whom they are directed or which cause a person discomfort or humiliation.