Paramedicine Diploma Program

PT12 - 201512

Program Description

The Paramedicine diploma program prepares students to provide advanced emergency medical care for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Paramedics function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Paramedics perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The Paramedic is a link from the scene into the health care system. The Paramedicine diploma program prepares students for employment in paramedic positions in today's health services field. The Paramedic diploma program provides learning opportunities that introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills from the EMT/EMT-I 1985/AEMT levels to a paramedic level. Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure with the State Office of Emergency Medical Service and Trauma (SOEMST) as a paramedic. Criminal background checks and drug screens may be required based on the requirements for participation in clinical experiences.

Program Specific Information

Students are accepted each semester based on course and space availability for core courses. EMSP 2110 must be taken prior to other EMSP courses. It is highly recommended that all core courses be completed prior to beginning EMSP courses. Occupational courses begin each 5th semester. Contact Program Advisor for specifics.

Program Specific Admissions Requirements

Prior to beginning the Paramedicine diploma, students must provide documentation of current EMT-I/AEMT Certification (EMT level certification will be admitted on a case by case basis.)

Due to the intensive nature of the program it is recommended that all general education course work be completed before the start of the Paramedic program.

Prior to beginning clinical/internship courses, students must order and pay for a background check and meet background check screening requirements as required by the clinical facilities. Cost is approximately $50. Students will also be required to provide a certificate of health from their health care provider and vaccination records as required by clinical sites. Further details on the background check and medical documentation can be provided during advisement and details will be provided on the first day of class.

Program Length & Availability

5 Semesters

Campus Availability: Hall

Financial Aid

This program is eligible for the Pell Grant and may be eligible for Institutional and State Financial Aid.

Contact a Financial Aid Counselor for eligibility requirements and application materials.