Paramedic Program
About
ż offers a full-time day program option for paramedic training with two program options (Traditional Paramedic Option and Paramedic Bridge Option). EMT and Human Anatomy and Physiology I are prerequisites for the Paramedic program; a score of C or better is required in Human Anatomy and Physiology I.
Our Paramedic program is a one-year curriculum, beginning each August and completing the following July. The paramedic class meets on Mondays and Tuesdays of each week from 8 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Contact us for the upcoming year’s schedule.
Paramedics are in high demand throughout the country. Completing our program can open doors for your career and give you the stable, full-time employment you’re looking for. Whether this is a new career opportunity or a transition for you within the medical industry, ż can help you get where you want to go.
Important Program Information
- DEGREES / CERTIFICATES
- Associate of Applied Science
- Technical Certificate
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Anatomy and Physiology I, Lecture & Lab | 4 |
| Emergency Medical Technician | 7 |
| Total Hours | 11 |
1st Semester
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Foundations of Paramedicine – Lecture & Lab | 3 |
| Concepts of Airway and Respiratory Medicine – Lecture & Lab | 3 |
| Concepts of Cardiovascular Medicine – Lecture & Lab | 4 |
| Practicum I | 4 |
| Concepts of Traumatic Medicine – Lecture & Lab | 3 |
| Total Hours | 17 |
2nd Semester
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practicum II | 5 |
| Concepts of Neurological Medicine – Lecture & Lab | 3 |
| Concepts of Reproductive Medicine – Lecture & Lab | 3 |
| Medical Emergencies of the Secondary Assessment – Lecture & Lab | 4 |
| Concepts of EMS Operations | 2 |
| Total Hours | 17 |
3rd Semester (Summer)
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practicum III | 6 |
| Paramedic Capstone – Lecture & Lab | 4 |
| Total Hours | 10 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| English Composition I | 3 |
| Public Speaking I OR Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| General Psychology | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
| Total Hours | 12 |
Admission Requirements
- Application for admission to ż.
- Application to the Paramedic Program.
- Validation of high school graduation by official high school transcript or high school equivalency transcript (GED®, HiSET®, TASC™, or Mississippi Competency-Based High School Equivalency). (For currently enrolled high school students, an updated transcript, validating high school graduation, will be required prior to beginning the program.)
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended, except ż.
- ACT composite score of 17 (If taken before October 1989 – 14) OR a Next Generation ACCUPLACER Reading score of 246 (only for those currently employed in the field of emergency medical service or fire service).
Prerequisite to the First Clinical Course
- Completion of the following college courses with a grade of “C” or above; BIO 2511 – Anatomy and Physiology I, Laboratory and BIO 2513 – Anatomy and Physiology I, Lecture
- EMT certification is a prerequisite to the Fall Paramedic Program start. Students must submit a current copy of the National Registry registration (copy of the National Registry card) prior to the first day of class.
- Advance EMT certification is a prerequisite for students wishing to join an existing Paramedic Program in the Spring. Students must submit a current copy of the National Registry registration (copy of the National Registry card) prior to the first day of class.
All requirements must be sent to:
Office of Admissions
Nursing/Allied Health Center
1750 Chadwick Dr.,
Jackson, MS 39204-3490
Selection Process
- Applications will be available from March 1st thru July 31st for EMT (Fall start) and March 1st through October 31st for Advanced EMTs (Spring start)
- Preference will be given to applicants who complete the application procedure by April 15th for fall admission and September 30th for Spring admission.
- Individuals who have submitted all required admission documents by the specified deadline will be considered for program admission based on a rating scale that includes but is not limited to: ACT composite score; ACT Math and Reading subscores; and highest previous certificate or degree; and military experience. Individuals can also receive points if they have completed any of the following courses with at least a grade of “C”:
- ENG 1113 – English Composition I or ENG 1114
- PSY 1513 – General Psychology
- SPT 1113 – Public Speaking I or SPT 2173 – Interpersonal Communication
- BIO 2511 – Anatomy and Physiology I, Laboratory and BIO 2513 – Anatomy and Physiology I, Lecture
- BIO 2521 – Anatomy and Physiology II, Laboratory and BIO 2523 – Anatomy and Physiology II, Lecture
- Applicants selected for admission into the program must attend a program orientation session.
- Applicants not selected for a class may reapply for subsequent classes by submitting a new Application to the Paramedic Program.
Program Accreditation
The żEMSParamedic program is accredited by theupon the recommendation of the{CoAEMSP).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
727-210-2350
Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions
Suite 111-3128
P: 214-703-8445