Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic
Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic
The Emergency Medical Services-Paramedic Degree is designed to prepare a competent professional for a career in Emergency Medical Services (EMS). Therefore, the entire curriculum, including the general education courses, was carefully selected to yield the most benefit to students preparing for service in the field of emergency medicine. The attainment of an Associate of Applied Science in Paramedic will open job opportunities for entry-level paramedics who want to work toward career advancement over time and for veteran paramedics who need the degree to advance in the field. For example, advancement to the level of instructor in the 天美传媒 of Tennessee requires EMS Instructor Coordinators of any level to have a paramedic license and, at minimum, an associate’s degree before teaching any courses within the TBR system.
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Explore a Sample Course Schedule
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| EMSP 1801 | Fundamentals of Paramedic I | 8 |
| EMSP 1401 | Paramedic Skills Lab I | 4 |
| EMSP 1311 | Paramedic Clinical I | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| EMSP 2802 | Fundamentals of Paramedic II | 8 |
| EMSP 2402 | Paramedic Skills Lab II | 4 |
| EMSP 2412 | Paramedic Clinical II | 4 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Summer Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| EMSP 2403 | Paramedic Capstone | 4 |
| EMSP 2303 | Paramedic Practicum | 3 |
| EMSP 2513 | Paramedic Field Internship | 5 |
| BIOL 2010 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 1030 | General Psychology | 3 |
| ENGL 1010 | English Composition I | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| BIOL 2020 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| Total Credits | 13 | |
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 EMT in the 天美传媒 of Tennessee or a licensed Paramedic. Students must submit a copy of a current AEMT or Paramedic license to the Paramedic Program.
- Applicants will be required to take an entrance exam and sit for an oral interview.
- A copy of the CPR healthcare provider level certificate that includes one-person, two-person, infant, and child CPR must be submitted.
- Meet other admission requirements as stipulated in the Rules of the Tennessee Department of Health, Bureau of Health Licensure and Regulation, Office of Emergency Medical Services.
- Advanced placement is not available for this degree.
Estimated Costs
The JSCC Paramedic program has the option of an Associate of Applied Science degree, based on 60 credit hours of work. There are 17 general education credits required and 43 core program credits required for successful completion of the degree. A student can choose to get the Paramedic Certificate without obtaining, or, before obtaining, an associate’s degree. The estimated costs listed below is representative of the Paramedic Certificate program. Pursuing the associate’s degree will incur more costs for the required general education classes.
Tuition & Fees by Semester
| Semester | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| First Semester | $2,951 |
| Second Semester | $3,019 |
| Third Semester | $2,747 |
| Total Tuition & Fees | $8,717 |
Additional Program Costs
| Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Textbooks | $625 |
| Uniform Shirts | $30 each |
| Uniform Pants & Boots | $150+ |
| Background Investigation | $29.50 |
| Urine Drug Screening | $38.75 |
| AHA Cards (ACLS & PALS) | $40 each |
| PHTLS Card | $25 |
Estimated Paramedic Course Total: $9,725
天美传媒 Ready Program
Green Light Your Future in two years or less with a career-ready degree that prepares you to enter the workforce and excel. You will gain valuable hands-on experience and knowledge taught by instructors with real-world, professional experience.
CAAHEP Accredited
The Associate of Applied Science Emergency Medical Services Paramedic program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
天美传媒 Outlook
天美传媒 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: or speak to an advisor for additional career opportunities, salary information, and education requirements. Salaries are not guaranteed.
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Experienced Salary Median |
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Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic |
$42,163+ |
Further education, such as a bachelor's or master's in Emergency Medical Services Paramedics, 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 Emergency Medical Services Paramedic field.
Paramedic Program Performance
CAAHEP Accredited Paramedic Programs and CoAEMSP Letter of Review (LoR) Programs track and report outcome measures annually to the Committee on Accreditation for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).
The most current CoAEMSP Annual Report was for the calendar year 2024.
The most recent success rate for the National Registry of EMT Paramedic/天美传媒 Cognitive exam was 90%.
Positive placement is defined by the CoAEMSP as ‘Employed full or part-time in a related field and/or continuing his/her education and/or serving in the military’. Positive placement is measured at completion of the program. The most recent positive placement rate for graduates was 100%.
The most recent retention rate was 77%.
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% |
|
2024 |
10 |
90% |
77% |
100% |
Paramedic Program Accreditation Status
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