We are here to help you pursue your educational endeavors, from earning your degree, advancing to a meaningful and enriching career, and lead a purposeful life. That’s the AMAs all about. Under these extraordinary conditions and circumstances, your physical health and all around well-being are of the utmost importances to us. That’s what a our academic experience is all about. And we are here to deliver that experience, while providing you guidance to maximize your safety. Use this page to keep up to date with any and all changes regarding programing and our return to normalcy.
The EMT program at AMA has currently transitioned to:
- Labs – On Campus
- Clinical and Ride Externship Simulation – On Campus
- Didactic (Lecture & Activities) – Online via CANVAS
If you are pending clinical or ride externships, request a status update here. Note: Externships are being scheduled based on expected graduation date and as such, some classes will have their’s postponed upon availability.
The Paramedic program at AMA has currently transitioned to:
- Labs – On Campus
- Clinical and Ride Externship Simulation – On Campus
- Didactic (Lecture & Activities) – Online via CANVAS
If you are pending clinical or ride externships, request a status update here. Note: Externships are being scheduled based on expected graduation date and as such, some classes will have their’s postponed upon availability.
The Nursing (ASN) program at AMA has currently transitioned to:
- Labs – On Campus
- Clinical Simulation – Online
- Didactic (Lecture & Activities) – Online via CANVAS
If you are pending clinical or ride externships, request a status update here. Note: Externships are being scheduled based on expected graduation date and as such, some classes will have theirs postponed upon availability.
Florida’s COVID-19 Data and Surveillance Dashboard
Prevention Guidelines
The CDC reminds everyone that we are still in the midst of flu season. Even if you have had the flu vaccine, remember to take everyday preventive actions to stop the spread of germs, such as:
- Avoid close contact with ill people;
- Maintaining 6-feet social distancing remains important to slowing the spread of the virus;
- CDC also advises using a simple cloth face covering to slow the spread of the virus and help people who may have the virus and do not know it from transmitting it to others.
- Cloth face coverings fashioned from household items or made at home from common materials at low cost can be used as an additional, voluntary public health measure.
- When ill with a respiratory bug, limit your contact with others;
- When ill with the flu, stay home for at least 24 hours AFTER your fever is gone without the help of a fever-reducer;
- Exceptions include getting medical care or running errands to get necessities;
- Frequent hand-washing with soap and water (for a minimum of 20 seconds)
- If soap and water are unavailable, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer (60% alcohol);
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth;
- Remember to “cover your cough” with the bend of your elbow or tissue (be sure to throw the tissue away);
- Whenever possible, disinfect commonly touched areas (doorknobs, elevator push buttons, computer keyboards and mouse, telephones, etc.)
- When ill with the flu, stay home for at least 24 hours AFTER your fever is gone without the help of a fever-reducer;
Symptoms
The symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) are similar to those associated with other respiratory viruses, including the flu. They include:
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath / difficulty breathing
Additional symptoms are:
- Chills
- Body Aches
- Headache
- Nausea/Vomiting
- Runny Nose
- Sore Throat
Having these symptoms alone does not mean that someone has the virus. If you have these symptoms, you should contact your health care provider immediately – don’t wait for symptoms to worsen. Symptoms may appear in as few as two days or as long as 14 days after exposure.
The greatest risk of infection is for individuals who have traveled internationally. These symptoms mimic flu-like symptoms and there are currently no specific treatments for COVID-19. However, preventive measures for the COVID-19 are similar to other respiratory viruses, such as the flu.
Self-Isolation
How to Self-Isolate
- When under self-isolation, you should remain in your residence. Avoid contact with others and do not go out for 14 days. You should take your temperature at least twice a day – if your temperature rises, contact your health care provider immediately.
- It is advised you do not just “show up” unannounced at your doctor’s office, urgent care facility or emergency room – please call ahead to advise them of your situation.
- Once the self-isolation time is over and you are symptom-free, you must see a health care provider to be cleared and ensure you are not infectious.
Students Who are Under Self-Isolation
- If you need to self-isolate, after speaking with your health care provider, please contact student service at 305.271.6555 to identify ways to complete your coursework.
- AMA will work with any student who is affected and missing classes, so they are not penalized and make arrangements to continue their studies.
Faculty and Staff Who are Under Self-Isolation
- If you need to self-isolation, please inform your supervisor of your absence and the date your 14-day self-isolation will end.
- Arrangements will be made for you to work remotely or obtain appropriate leave if remote access is not feasible.
- Prior to your return to work, you will be required to provide your supervisor with a note from a health care professional certifying that you have completed your 14-day self-isolation and are symptom free.
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