Emergency Medical Services

The paramedic emergency services program is for individuals seeking a career as a paramedic and those wishing to transfer to a four-year degree program. The curriculum consists of specialized courses as well as general education offerings. The program includes classroom, hospital, clinical and field instruction, and is based on the U.S Department of Transportation standards. Paramedic students must maintain a grade of "C" or better in all required courses and provide appropriate health records, including a negative TB test within one year. Students must also have current healthcare provider CPR and meet the program's technical standards. Prospective students should request a copy of the health sciences booklet. Individuals successfully completing this program will be eligible for recommendation to sit for the National Registry of EMT Paramedic Examination. This program is competitive. Selection into the program is based on GPA, experience, personal interview, references, application and skills assessment. Students are responsible for additional fees for specialty courses.