Emergency Medical Care EMER

10 courses · Merced College · 2026-2027 Catalog

Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027

EMER-10 Paramedic I

Units: 12.5
Hours: 12.25 hours lecture, 13.5 hours TBA lab
Corequisite: EMER-11 (two-way)
Advisory: ENGL-C1000 (formerly ENGL-01A)
Transfers to: CSU

Limitation on enrollment: EMT course, within the last collegiate calendar year, passed with a grade of B or better, and successfully pass entrance examination. OR, If NREMT certification held for greater than one (1) year- proof of field experience and successful completion of entrance examination. NREMT 1 Certification (current), and maintained throughout coursework. Minimum 18 years of age. Live scan background clearance. Health screen clearance. BLS Healthcare Provider card (current) and maintained throughout the course. Based upon State and Federal Regulations, CA Title 22

This course introduces the student to the roles and responsibilities of the Paramedic within the EMS system, apply basic concepts of development, pathophysiology, pharmacology, patient assessment, medication administration, airway and ventilation concepts, the pulmonary, cardiac, neurological, and endocrine systems to be able to formulate a “field impression” of patient status. (11/25)

Offered: Spring 2027 (1 section)

EMER-11 Paramedic I Lab

Units: 1.5
Hours: 81 hours TBA lab
Corequisite: EMER-10 (two-way)
Advisory: ENGL-C1000 (formerly ENGL-01A)
Transfers to: CSU

Limitation on enrollment: Limitation on Enrollment EMT course, within the last collegiate calendar year, passed with a grade of B or better, and successfully pass entrance examination. If NREMT certification held for greater than one (1) year- proof of field experience and successful completion of entrance examination. NREMT 1 Certification (current), and maintained throughout coursework. Minimum 18 years of age. Live scan background clearance. Health screen clearance. BLS Healthcare Provider card (current) and maintained throughout the course. Based upon State and Federal Regulations, CA Title 22

This course is the corequisite for Paramedic I and occurs in the skills lab or simulation lab. The student will practice and master skills that will allow the student to meet clinical performance objectives. Competency testing is the focus of this course and will include physical assessment, medication administration, IV skills, and airway maintenance including intubation. (11/25)

Offered: Spring 2027 (1 section)

EMER-20 Advanced Paramedic

Units: 11.5
Hours: 11.5 hours lecture
Prerequisite: EMER-10, EMER-11
Corequisite: EMER-21 (two-way)
Advisory: ENGL-C1000 (formerly ENGL-01A)
Transfers to: CSU

Limitation on enrollment: Health Screening Clearance Live Scan clearance. Maintenance of current NREMT. Maintenance of current BLS Healthcare Provider card. Based upon State and Federal Regulations, CA Title 22

This theory course is the application of theory and skills in a wide variety of sick and injured clients in the pre-hospital setting. This course covers care of medical patients, trauma patients, special populations including obstetrical, pediatric, geriatric and mental health patients. This course is part of a program of study to prepare paramedics as described in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 9, Chapter 4 and lists the required hours and subjects to be covered as set forth by the Department of Transportation curriculum. (11/25)

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

EMER-21 Advanced Paramedic Lab

Units: 1.5
Hours: 81 hours TBA lab
Prerequisite: EMER-10, EMER-11
Corequisite: EMER-20 (two-way)
Advisory: ENGL-C1000 (formerly ENGL-01A)
Transfers to: CSU

Limitation on enrollment: Health Screening Clearance Live Scan clearance. Maintenance of current NREMT certification. Maintenance of current BLS Healthcare Provider card. Based upon State and Federal Regulations, CA Title 22

This course is the corequisite for Advanced Paramedic (Paramedic II) and occurs in the skills lab or simulation lab. The student will practice and master skills that will allow the student to meet the clinical performance objectives of the program. Practice and competency testing is the focus of this course and will include physical assessment, care of the medical patient, special populations’ needs, trauma management , communication with EMS base station and medical director, implementing safety precautions for hazardous materials exposure and manage the scene of an emergency. (11/25)

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

EMER-24 Work Experience in Emergency Medical Care

Units: 1-8
Transfers to: CSU

This course enables students to earn college credit for learning or improving skills or knowledge on-the-job in Emergency Medical Services. Fifty-four (54) hours, either paid or volunteer, are required per unit of credit attempted. Students must have an established work site in emergency medical services before enrolling in the course. (2/24)

Not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules.

EMER-30 Paramedic, Acute Clinical Lab

Units: 3
Hours: 9 hours lab TBA
Prerequisite: EMER-10, EMER-11, EMER-20, EMER-21
Advisory: ENGL-C1000 (formerly ENGL-01A)
Transfers to: CSU

Limitation on enrollment: Health Screening Clearance. Current NREMT certification maintained throughout course. Current BLS Health Care Provider card maintained throughout course. Live Scan Clearance. Based upon State and Federal Regulations, CA Title 22

This course occurs in the acute care hospital setting in a precepted format. It is the hands-on application of theory and skills in a hospital setting to a wide variety of sick and injured clients. This course is part of a program of study to prepare paramedics as described in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 9, Chapter 4 and lists the required hours and subjects to be covered as set forth by the Department of Transportation curriculum. (10/19)

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

EMER-31 Paramedic Field Experience

Units: 9
Hours: 27 hours lab TBA
Prerequisite: EMER-10, EMER-11, EMER-20, EMER-21
Corequisite: EMER-30. Advisories: ENGL-C1000 (formerly ENGL-01A) (one-way)
Transfers to: CSU

This course is the final course in the paramedic series and occurs completely in the field under the direct supervision of a certified pre-arranged paramedic preceptor. It assists the student in developing and refining skills. A wide variety of client activities are taught, including: medical histories, physical examination, client management, triage, trauma care and supportive care of the sick or injured in a field setting. This course is part of a program of study to prepare paramedics as described in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 9, Chapter 4 and lists the required hours and subjects to be covered as set forth by the Department of Transportation curriculum. (12/18)

Offered: Spring 2027 (1 section)

EMER-50A Emergency Medical Technician 1, Module a

Units: 2.5
Hours: 2.25 hours lecture, 13.5 hours lab TBA
Advisory: ALLH-67

Limitation on enrollment: A CPR course based on American Red Cross Professional Rescuer or American Heart Association Healthcare Provider

This is the first of two modules designed to teach basic emergency medical procedures and responsibilities, including stabilization of the sick and injured for transportation to medical facilities, care during transport, communication with base-hospital personnel, and transfer of the injured to the base-hospital emergency room. This course meets the requirements of Title 22, Division of California Administrative Code. Students successfully completing EMER-50A and EMER-50B are eligible to take the EMT 1 certifying exam from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. (11/25)

Offered: Fall 2026 (3 sections) · Spring 2027 (2 sections)

EMER-50B Emergency Medical Technician 1, Module B

Units: 4.5
Hours: 3.75 hours lecture, 40.5 hours lab TBA
Prerequisite: EMER-50A
Advisory: ALLH-67

Limitation on enrollment: Negative TB skin test or negative chest x-ray for TB within 1 year; A CPR course based on American Red Cross Professional Rescuer or American Heart Association Healthcare Provider

This is the second of two modules designed to teach basic emergency medical procedures and responsibilities, including stabilization of the sick and injured for transportation to medical facilities, care during transport, communication with base-hospital personnel, and transfer of the injured to the base-hospital emergency room. This course meets the requirements of Title 22, Division of California Administrative Code. Students successfully completing EMER-50A and EMER-50B are eligible to take the EMT 1 certifying exam from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. (11/25)

Offered: Fall 2026 (2 sections) · Spring 2027 (3 sections)

EMER-52 Emergency Medical Technician 1 Refresher

Units: 1.5
Hours: 1.5 hours lecture

Limitation on enrollment: Current EMT Certification and Current CPR course based on American Red Cross Professional Rescuer or American Heart Association Healthcare Provider or Successful completion of an approved EMT 1 course and current CPR course based on American Red Cross Professional Rescuer or American Heart Association Healthcare Provider

This course is for currently certified Emergency Medical Technician 1’s and for those that have successfully completed an approved EMT 1 course. The course is designed to provide the medical continuing education refresher component modules required for maintaining certification and for those that require remediation for taking the National Registry examination. Students may petition, through the Office of Admissions and Records, to retake the course for the purpose of re-certification as necessary. (11/25)

Not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules.

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