Emergency Medical Services-Paramedic Certificate
Emergency Medical Services-Paramedic Certificate
Prepare for the front lines of emergency medical care
Our Emergency Medical Services-Paramedic Certificate is a comprehensive program that builds upon advanced EMT training, equipping you with advanced life-saving techniques such as medication administration, intubation, and ECG interpretation.
Learn more about the Emergency Medical Services-Paramedic Certificate
The Paramedic Certificate is designed to prepare competent professionals for a career in the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS). The attainment of a Paramedic certificate will open job opportunity doors for the entry level paramedics who want to work toward career advancement over time and for veteran paramedics who need the credential to advance in the field.
Apply this certificate to the EMS Paramedic AAS degree.
Explore a Sample Course Schedule
First Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| EMSP 1311 | Paramedic Clinical I | 3 |
| EMSP 1801 | Fundamentals of Paramedic I | 8 |
| EMSP 1401 | Paramedic Skills Lab I | 4 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Second Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| EMSP 2412 | Paramedic Clinicall II | 4 |
| EMSP 2802 | Fundamentals of Paramedic II | 8 |
| EMSP 2402 | Paramedic Skills Lab II | 4 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Third Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| EMSP 2403 | Paramedic Capstone | 4 |
| EMSP 2303 | Paramedic Practicum | 3 |
| EMSP 2513 | Paramedic Field Internship | 5 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
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Admission Requirements
The EMS Paramedic program has specific admission requirements:
• Be admitted to the college.
• Apply to the program
• Be currently licensed as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician in the State of Tennessee. Students must submit a copy of a current Tennessee AEMT license to the Paramedic Program.
• Applicant will be required to take an entrance exam.
• Applicant will be required to participate in an oral interview.
• A copy of the CPR healthcare provider level certificate must be submitted that includes one-person, two-person, infant and child CPR.
• Complete a physical exam, along with all required immunizations and/or titers.
Career Outlook
Career and Salary Information
The following is a list of career choices that may be obtained upon completing a bachelor's degree or higher in this discipline. Please visit the following website: http://www.onetonline.org or speak to an advisor for additional career opportunities, salary information, and education requirements. Salaries are not guaranteed.
|
Career |
Experienced Salary Median |
|
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic |
$42,163+ |
Further education, such as a bachelor's or master's in EMT-Paramedic, can unlock specialized career opportunities and advancement. Transfer opportunities to four-year colleges or universities provide a pathway for continued education and expanded career prospects in the dynamic field of EMT-Paramedic.
Pass, Retention and Job Placement Rates
| Year | # of Graduates | NREMT Pass Rate | Retention | Job Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 9 | 89% | 90% | 100% |
| 2021 | 4 | 75% | 67% | 100% |
| 2022 | 15 | 93% | 88% | 100% |
| 2023 | 17 | 88% | 94% | 100% |
Accreditation
The Emergency Medical Services-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).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355 113th Street North
#7709
Seminole, FL 33775-7709
Phone: (727) 210-2350
www.caahep.org
To contact CoAEMSP:
8301 Lakeview Parkway
Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
Phone: (214) 703-8445
Fax: (214) 703-8992
www.coaemsp.org
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