2012-2013 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Page 23 2012–13 Undergraduate Catalog Introduction Admissions Academic Information Academic Departments Course Descriptions Financial Information Appendix Index EMT Courses and Special Credit The Cedarville University Emergency Medical Services Education program was developed by the Center for Lifelong Learning to meet the needs of the Cedarville University EMS squad, local fire departments, and local EMS departments who are providing skilled emergency medical care to the communities they serve. Courses are offered on campus each semester. After students complete and obtain state EMT certification, they will be qualified to provide emergent care in a pre-hospital setting to their level of certification. The program is based upon the National Standard Curriculum, prepared by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Cedarville University will grant credit for EMT and paramedic training. Upon receipt of bona fide copies of National Registry certificates of completion, the University will grant three semester hours of elective credit for EMT training, three additional semester hours for Advanced EMT training, and five semester hours for paramedic training. Since 2004, the University has been accredited by the State Board of Emergency Medical Services (Accreditation #387) to conduct EMS training. Reaccreditation was granted in 2010 for another five years with the addition of Advanced EMT and paramedic training. Summer Terms The University offers many courses online in the summer in addition to the session on campus. The summer sessions appeal to a variety of students. Some wish to accelerate their college program. Students from other institutions may desire Bible courses that are not available at their institutions. Teachers find the summer terms a convenient means by which to update themselves in their disciplines. Others enjoy the advantages of smaller summer classes. Incoming international students recognize summer attendance as an excellent opportunity to become acclimated to academic pursuits before campus activities begin in the fall. Continuing students interested in attending summer school should contact the summer school office. New students should contact the admissions office. Visit cedarville.edu/summerschool . International Study Opportunities Students are encouraged to take advantage of a semester-long or year-long program at one of Cedarville’s satellite campuses or to participate in one of our own special summer programs. Participants remain enrolled at Cedarville, continue to receive financial aid, and take courses for Cedarville credit. Semester/Year programs are open to all students who meet the specific program requirements. The Cedarville summer study programs are open to all students. Advanced planning is highly recommended. For additional information and help with planning, contact the office of international programs (OIP) at cedarville.edu/ internationalprograms . Preapproval from OIP must be received before students can participate in any of the programs. Programs Through the Office of International Programs (OIP) Cedarville University in Spain cedarville.edu/s emesterinspain Cedarville students are encouraged to study with Cedarville in Spain. Cedarville’s own learning center is located in sunny Valencia, Spain. In addition to taking courses with a prestigious language institute, students can participate in internships and service learning opportunities depending on their level of Spanish. Cedarville University D.C. Semester cedarville.edu/dcsemester During fall semesters, students can participate in our own program in Washington, D.C. Students take 16 credits, 10 of which are an internship in their chosen major. Students are housed at the Heritage Foundation and courses are taught by a Cedarville professor who lives in D.C. for the semester. The program is directed by Dr. Mark Smith and the Center for Political Studies. Summer Geology of National Parks Cedarville professor Dr. John Whitmore teaches a hands- on geology course in one of the national parks. The course fulfills Cedarville’s general education physical science course requirement. Dr. Whitmore serves on the board of Creation Research Science Education Foundation (Columbus, Ohio). He is also a member of the Creation Research Society and the Geological Society of America. Summer International Business / International Management The school of business administration offers two courses (BUS-3910 International Business and MGMT-3570 International Management) in a study abroad setting from mid May to early June. Students gain experience within international companies while taking one or both of these courses. Previous locations have been China, Ireland, Spain, and Japan.