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The Paramedic program I wish to take includes, naturally, a biology prerequisite. Actually, there is a choice of biology prereqs: Human Biology I & II, or Anatomy & Physiology I & II. I'd like to hear reasoned opinions as to which pair of classes should contribute most greatly to becoming a good Paramedic.
There is a note included in the description of the Human Biology track that the college's 4-yr nursing students usually take the Anatomy & Physiology track. I'm assuming that the reason for that is that those students (or perhaps their advisors) feel the A&P track is more applicable to nursing. My instinct tells me this would also make it more applicable for Paramedic students as well, but I still want to hear other opinions and thoughts.
Credit is not given for completing both tracks, nor would I like to spend the time or money on both tracks, so I must choose one. Thanks in advance for whatever advice you may offer.
(Note that with the Human Biology track, there is a separate lab class required with I.)BIO-231
Human Biology 1
4 credit hours
Study the biologically significant inorganic and organic molecules and their relationship to human anatomy and physiology, the structure of cells and tissues, cellular physiology, the fundamentals of inheritance and the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and digestive systems. Primarily for the two-year health professions programs. You must register for both BIO 231 and BIO 231LB.
BIO-232
Human Biology 2
4 credit hours
Study the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory, lymphatic including immunity, respiratory, excretory, nervous, endocrine and reproductive systems. Additional topics include body fluid composition, acid-base balance, electrolytes, early human development. Each section contains both lecture and lab.
BIO-233
Anatomy & Physio 1
4 credit hours
Study biological chemistry, cell structure and function, tissues and the histology, gross anatomy and physiology of integumentary, skeletal, muscle and nervous systems. Each section includes both lecture and lab.
BIO-234
Anatomy & Physio 2
4 credit hours
Study the histology, gross anatomy and physiology of the circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary and reproductive systems and early human development. Each section includes both lecture and lab.
There is a note included in the description of the Human Biology track that the college's 4-yr nursing students usually take the Anatomy & Physiology track. I'm assuming that the reason for that is that those students (or perhaps their advisors) feel the A&P track is more applicable to nursing. My instinct tells me this would also make it more applicable for Paramedic students as well, but I still want to hear other opinions and thoughts.
Credit is not given for completing both tracks, nor would I like to spend the time or money on both tracks, so I must choose one. Thanks in advance for whatever advice you may offer.
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