Modality and Evaluation
Didactic Learning
Methods of instruction, evaluation, testing, and grading all vary based on course level. Refer to the course syllabus for more information.
Grading
Grading is in accordance with the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) policy. The full grading policy can be reviewed at Grading System
The College grading scale is:
For Credit:
|
| Grades |
Explanation |
Grade Points |
| A |
Excellent (90-100) |
4 |
| B |
Good (80-89) |
3 |
| C |
Satisfactory (70-79) |
2 |
| D |
Poor (60-69) |
1 |
| F |
Failing (0-59) |
0 |
Hybrid Course and Testing
All courses in the Paramedicine Technology and EMS Professions programs are considered hybrid. This means that most course work is completed online through Blackboard. Students are required to have a computer and internet access to submit assignments. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure assignments are completed in a timely fashion. If issues arise with the computer or internet, it is the student’s responsibility to find other means to submit assignments. Instructors will not extend due dates due to individual technical issues.
Many exams, including module, final, and capstone exams are timed and proctored. Once the time limit is up, the exam will be submitted at the last question asked. If Lockdown Browsers are required, students must download it to their computer prior to testing. Students are not permitted to use cell phones or any study material while attempting an exam unless allowed by the instructor. If a student is caught using resources, they will be dismissed from the class and unable to complete the exam, subsequently failing the class.
Capstone Testing
Students who successfully complete all didactic and lab courses at the EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic levels with a minimum grade of 70% will become eligible to take the Capstone Final Exam. Upon successful completion of the Capstone Final Exam and all required clinical courses, students will qualify to sit for the NREMT comprehensive written examination at the earliest available opportunity. Extra credit will not be applied to the Capstone Final Exam, and the grade is not rounded. Students who do not achieve the required 70% on their first attempt will be granted one additional attempt after completing remediation, which must occur within two weeks.