Paramedic Program

Program Hours:  1100 Clock Hours / 42 Credit Hours

Paramedic Student Handbook: Click Here

Program Syllabus:  Click Here*

*Complete daily class syllabus will be given at orientation

Technical Standards for a Paramedic: Click Here

Objective:  

To prepare Paramedics who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor, (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.

Paramedic Program Description: 

The 1100 clock hour program consists of 3 phases.  This course is designed to follow the requirements set forth by the National EMS Educational Standards.  The course uses lectures, labs and externship environments to prepare the student for the certifications of the State of Florida by taking the National Registry exam.  As part of this program students will receive all books required.

We use the latest technology and state of the art equipment to ensure that each student receives a quality affordable education that is unlike any other.

A sample of the technology used: the textbook will be available to students in e-book and also in audio book so the student can listen and read for better retention, interactive lectures for students to review, and virtual ride alongs to allow the student to see how patients paramedics and patients perform in real life calls.

Prerequisites:

1. Proof of High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Be at least 18 years of age upon graduating from the program.  Must have parental consent if less 18 years of age upon enrollment.
3. Completion of application, background check and drug screen.
4. Signed enrollment agreement.
5. Documentation of U.S. citizenship.
6. Proof of good physical condition.
7. Person applying for the Paramedic Program must have completed a valid State of Florida EMT program prior to start of class and must be licensed by the State of Florida prior to the end of Phase I.

Program Outcomes

2024 NREMT Outcomes

• Pass Rate.               62.0%
• Retention Rate.      94.3%
• Placement Rate.   100.0%