Program Accreditation Information 

International Fire Service Accreditation Congress

The Emergency Services programs at Utah Valley University are accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). The initial accreditation was granted in 2004. An IFSAC accredited program indicates that course offerings, institutional support, and qualified faculty are working together in completing their educational mission.

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Bachelor of Applied Studies, Emergency Services Supervision (NEW)

Program Learning Outcomes
  • Apply supervisory techniques to develop effective solutions, solve operational problems, and enhance organizational performance within the emergency services.
  • Assess historical and current issues and their impact on homeland security and emergency response at various governmental levels.
  • Recognize psychological aspects affecting emergency responders, including stress, anxiety, and trauma.
Criteria

Bachelor of Science, Emergency Services Administration

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Critique major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in emergency administration.

  • Assume administrative roles and responsibilities within emergency services and management.
  • Make ethical decisions in emergency services.
  • Communicate emergency information clearly in various formats.
  • Appraise vulnerabilities of diverse populations and infrastructures.
Criteria

Emergency Services, A.S.

 

Program Learning Outcomes
  • Identify employment process and requirements of various emergency services organizations.
  • Define the different roles and responsibilities within emergency services.
  • Assume supervisory roles and responsibilities in the emergency services.
Criteria

Emergency Services Operations, A.A.S.

 

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Identify employment process and requirements of various emergency services organizations.

  • Perform basic life support for prehospital care.
  • Assume supervisory roles and responsibilities in the emergency services.
  • Qualified to take the National Registry Certification Exam for EMT licensure.
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CERTIFICATE & LICENSURE PROGRAMS

Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions

The Utah Valley University Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

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