The Paramedic program is designed to prepare the student for licensure as a Paramedic. It is an intense, full-time program consisting of lectures, skills lab, clinical practice, and field internship. Students must possess a current CPR-Health Care Provider Card and are also recommended to have a current EMT license and six-months of recent work experience.

Paramedic Program Admission Requirements

• Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
• 2.5 or higher GPA on combined paramedic prerequisites to earn credit
  • EMT 251 Emergency Medical Technician B  - 6 semester units including a lab component; or equivalent 
• A minimum grade of “C” in all prerequisite courses is required to receive credit. Be advised that a “C” in all prerequisites courses does not meet the 2.5 minimum GPA requirements. Students are ranked for admission based on grades in Human Anatomy and Human Physiology, Microbiology. 
• No more than two repetitions of any EMT course is allowed. "W" counts as a repeat.
• Current NREMT or Local EMS Authority EMT Certification
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Healthcare Provider CPR Card. 
• Completion of Paramedic Program Application submitted by deadline
• Completion of the Paramedic Program written entrance exam by the application deadline
• Strongly recommend six months of full-time verified work experience as an EMT on an emergency response vehicle, such as a fire engine or private ambulance

Program Outcomes

• Demonstrate entry-level skills for a variety of roles at the entry-level as a Paramedic.
• Demonstrate sufficient preparation to pass the NREMT-P.
• Apply skills in didactic, psycho-motor, and affective domains needed to perform the duties as a Paramedic in the community.
• Complete the Paramedic National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Advanced Level Paramedic Exam preparation.
• Demonstrate competent intellectual, hands-on, and professional skills to provide Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic level services.
• Adhere to professional behaviors set by the Paramedic Program Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrate patient safety at all times.
• Achieve a successful transition to employment as a Paramedic.

Career Opportunities

Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be prepared for careers or employment in the following positions: Emergency Medical Services Paramedic, emergency room technicians, medical offices, fire departments, entertainment, and large venue services. 

Program Requirements 

The Certificate of Achievement requirements include completion of the certificate courses with a “C” or better grade in each course.