Academic Program Proposal
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Date
Proposal
Activated | Institution
and
Proposal | Degree
Awarded | Academic
Program
Name | Objections
Received | Objection
Deadline | MHEC Final
Action | Final
Decision
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| Garrett College
Proposal | Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) | Paramedic Studies | | 7/13/2019 | Approved | 8/5/2019 |
| Paramedic Studies Program Description |
| The Paramedic Studies A.A.S. degree is designed for students who plan to enter the workforce immediately upon graduation. The availability of this program will offer advantages for students including a career-ladder opportunity for students who begin their coursework in Continuing Education and Workforce Development and decide to continue their studies; a reduction of tuition costs for Garrett County high school graduates to take advantage of the Garrett County Scholarship Program; and increased employment opportunities for graduates in Garrett County, regionally and nationally. <br> <br>The Paramedic Studies A.A.S. degree curriculum is designed to provide theory along with practical, hands-on instruction, which will enable students to develop the knowledge and skills required to enter the workforce in the emergency medical profession as certified paramedics through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians with National Registered Paramedic certification. This program operates as a cohort, with admission occurring during even years. <br> |
