Utah Valley State College 2008-2009 Course Catalog - (Page 156) Emergency Services Emergency Services Department Chair: Jeff Maxfield Associate department chair: Gary noll program coordinators: Barry Stone, Paramedic Margaret Mittelman, EMT Hanewicz, Utah Valley University; Larry Marsing, Utah Valley University; Ron Morris, Utah State Fire Marshal; Gary Noll, Utah Valley University; Charles Querry, Salt Lake City Fire Department; Lieutenant Colonel Bart Berry, Utah National Guard; Shawn Peppers, Division of Homeland Security-Private Sector and Critical Infrastructure; Mary Maughan, Senator Robert Bennett’s Office (ad hoc). college of technology and computing Dean: Ernest Carey Office: CS 720 Telephone: 801-863-8321 faculty: Associate Professor Jeff Maxfield Gary Noll Barry Stone Assistant Professor Margaret Mittelman Advisors: Wendy Farnsworth Melanie Olander cArEEr opportunItIES Nationally, over 102,000 jobs in emergency services will be available in the 2000’s. In Utah approximately 100 openings will be available annually in city and county fire departments. In addition, many local industries have private fire brigades with career opportunities. Opportunities for employment are available in fire departments, public safety departments, and ambulance companies for firefighters, driver-operators, EMTs, arson investigators, fire marshals and fire inspectors. Private industry positions are available as safety officers, fire marshals, fire inspectors, and emergency medical personnel. cLASS SchEduLInG Emergency Services classes are scheduled to meet the needs of firefighters working various shift assignments. During each semester, classes are offered during the day, afternoons, evenings and weekends. Classes designed primarily for working firefighters are scheduled on a weekend or seminar basis, and are often available for either college credit or continuing education credit. The seminar sessions are not always listed in the College semester schedule, but are announced through the bi-monthly Straight Tip newsletter. For more information on currently scheduled classes, call (801) 863-7700, or check our web page at www.ufra.uvu.edu. proGrAm rEQuIrEmEntS for EnroLLmEnt There are departmental enrollment requirements for Recruit Candidate Academy courses and Firefighter/Paramedic courses. Enrollment into certain off-campus or block course sections each semester may be limited to those with existing professional certifications and/or already employed by an emergency services agency. Recruit Candidate Academy courses include ESFF 1310, 1320, 1330, and 1340. Enrollment is done by means of a program application process. Prior to enrollment, students must: 1. Complete all UVU admission requirements. 2. Meet with an Emergency Services Advisor. 3. Complete ESFF 1000 and ESEC 1140 courses with at least a “C-” or equivalent. 4. Obtain COMPASS Writing/DRP scores of 80+/ 77+, or ACT English/ACT Reading scores of 19+/ 19+, or ACT English/ACT Composite scores of 19+/19+, or SAT English score of 500+, or completion of ENGH 0990 or higher. ACT or SAT reports may not be older than 10 years. 5. Obtain COMPASS Pre-Algebra score of 70+, or ACT mathematics score of 17+, or SAT mathematics score of 450+, or completion of MAT 0990 or higher, ACT or SAT reports may not be older than 10 years. 6. Successfully complete the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) within 9 months of start date. 7. Obtain a physical examination within 6 months of start date. 8. Be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license. 9. Pass a Recruit Candidate Academy review board. Paramedic program courses include ESEC 3110, 3120, 3130, 3140, 4110, and 4120. Enrollment is done by means of a program application process. Prior to enrollment students must: 1. Complete ZOOL 1090 with a grade of “C” or higher. 2. Obtain COMPASS Writing/DRP scores of 80+/ 77+, or ACT English/ACT Reading scores of 19+/ 19+, or ACT English/ACT Composite scores of 19+/19+, or SAT English score of 500+, or completion of ENGH 0990 or higher. ACT or SAT reports may not be older than 10 years. 3. Obtain COMPASS Pre-Algebra score of 70+, or ACT mathematics score of 17+, or SAT mathematics score of 450+, or completion of MAT 0990 or higher, or completion of FSF 1350. ACT or SAT reports may not be older than 10 years. 4. Be able to comply with criminal background check requirements of UCA 26-8a-310 for certification as a paramedic in the state of Utah. 5. Have at least one year’s experience as an EMT-Basic and have current CPR certification. 6. Be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license. 7. Have current vaccinations, including Hepatitis B, MMR and Tetanus. 8. Have current TB test results. 9. Complete a medical history form and obtain a current physical examination. 10. .Passaparamediccourseentryexamination and interview. proGrAmS Five options are available: (1) One-Year Certificate, (2) Associate in Applied Science Degree, Emergency Services major with a Fire Officer Specialization or a Firefighter/Paramedic Specialization or a Wildland Fire Management Specialization, (3) Associate in Science (4) Bachelor of Science Degree, Emergency Services Administration major with a Emergency Services Management Specialization or a Emergency Care Specialization, (5) Bachelor of Institute of Emergency Services and homeland Security utah fire and rescue Academy (ufrA) Director: Jeff Maxfield Associate Director: Hugh Connor Associate Director: Jim Hunter Office and Training Facilities: Provo Airport 3131 Mike Jense Parkway Telephone: 801-863-7700 Fax: 801-863-7738 http://www.ufra.uvu.edu Advisory Committee/Utah Fire Service Standards and Training Council: Chief Stephen H. Higgs, Utah State Fire Chiefs’ Association; Brady George, Utah State Fireman’s Association; Fire Marshal Jim Guynn, Utah Fire Marshal’s Association; Training Officer Mike Riley, Utah Hazardous Materials Institute; Battalion Chief Eldon Farnsworth, International Association of Arson Investigators; Fire Management Coordinator Tracy Dunford, Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands; Craig Golden, Professional Firefighters of Utah; Battalion Chief James Bacon, Utah Fire Service Certification Council; Kevin Kemp, Utah Training Officers Association. Advisory Board/Institute of Emergency Services and Homeland Security: Vincent Liddiard, Dugway Proving Grounds; Coy Porter, Provo City Fire Department; Jeff Maxfield, Institute of Emergency Services and Homeland Security; Steve Lutz, Utah Valley University; Darryl Pranger, Utah Valley University; Wayne 156 Catalog 2008–2009 Utah Valley University http://www.ufra.uvu.edu http://www.ufra.uvu.edu
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