Paramedic
Program overview
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Looking for a fast track to becoming a paramedic? This certificate program gives you the training needed to provide advanced emergency care and life-saving interventions. With a focus on real-world scenarios, you’ll gain the skills needed to respond quickly and effectively in critical situations. Career opportunities include certified paramedic roles in fire departments, ambulance services, and hospitals.
Course Sequence (Program Map)
Paramedic
Certificate of Achievement
Program Units: 40.5 UNITS
This program map from the 2026-2027 catalog year represents one possible path through the program and is for reference only. Selections made here do not constitute an official education plan.
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This program map from the 2026-2027 catalog year represents one possible path through the program and is for reference only. Selections made here do not constitute an official education plan. Make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
Make Appointment Course Schedule Current Catalog Previous CatalogsParamedic I
EMT 010
Paramedic I Lab
EMT 011
Paramedic II
EMT 012
Paramedic II Lab
EMT 013
Paramedic Clinical Lab
EMT 014
Paramedic Capstone Field Internship
EMT 015
Make Appointment Course Schedule Current Catalog Previous Catalogs
Related Careers
Salary
Careers associated with this program have a salary range from $27,000 to over $322,000 with an average salary of $77,000. Education for these associated careers ranges from High School/GED to Doctoral Degree.
Low $77k
Average $322k+
High
Growth Outlook
Most related careers tied to this program have a bright outlook nationwide from 2022 to 2032.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
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