EMSC2900 — Role of the Community Paramedic
EMSC 2900 - Role of the Community Paramedic EMSC 2900 - Role of the Community Paramedic Hours/Week: Lecture 2 Lab None Course Description: This course explores the role of the Community Paramedic and how it is integrated into the primary care and public health systems. Students will explore the roles of other healthcare providers who are part of the healthcare home team. This course requires current State Paramedic certification with 2 years full-time experience or equivalent. MnTC Goals None Basic internet based data entry. Online course navigation. Major Content Scope of Paramedicine History and future Components of community paramedicine Health care team relationships Patient advocacy Regulations and Reimbursement Role in Public Health Health promotion activities. Injury prevention Chronic disease management Risk mitigation strategies Financial impact upon system Social and environmental determinants Social ecology model Health status indicators Related social characteristics Organizational policies Regulations and laws on health behavior Care Plans and Cultural Factors Define cultures Casual factors in healthcare status Risks of stereotyping d. Cultural factors Learning