Sep 20, 2026  
Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027

EMS 201 Clinical Leadership & Decision Making

Credits: (4)
This course is designed to refine the knowledge, critical thinking, and decision making abilities of the paramedic candidate. Emphasis is placed on leadership and decision making while reinforcing pathophysiology and management of the ill or injured patient in the acute prehospital setting. Prerequisite(s): matriculation in EMS program and C+ or higher in EMS 110 EMS 110L EMS 111 EMS 112 EMS 120 EMS 120L EMS 121 EMS 130 EMS 130L EMS 131 EMS 140 EMS 140L EMS 141 EMS 150 EMS 150L , and EMS 151 . Co-requisite(s): EMS 210 .

Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate enhanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and epidemiology to facilitate clinical decision making skills to prepare for their clinical practice.
  2. Assess and evaluate patients based on evidencebased decisions and current best practices.
  3. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of best practices in prehospital medical care.
  4. Demonstrate leadership to facilitate interpersonal collaboration, conflict resolution, and team building in the prehospital environment.