paramedic
City College is no longer accepting applications for programs beginning Fall 2024 or later.
paramedic diploma
City College’s one-year Paramedic Diploma Program prepares students for careers within the out-of-hospital emergency service industry, both in the public and private sectors as certified Paramedics.
Upon successful completion of the Program, graduates qualify to apply to sit for the National Registry exam.
PREREQUISITES
- Applicants must possess National EMT Certification prior to the first day of class and must be Florida Certified.
- If one does not possess National EMT Certification or Florida Certification, they would have to first enroll into the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Diploma program. For more information click HERE.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Flexible hybrid/online format
- Training in specialized life support techniques
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Simulation labs
- Externship training via local hospitals and fire departments and EMS providers
- Financial assistance available to those who qualify
CORE COURSES
- Paramedic I
- Paramedic II
- Paramedic III
- Paramedic IV
Each of the 4 quarters consists of lecture, lab and clinical rotation components.
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TUITION AND FEES
CoAEMSP OUTCOMES
FINANCIAL AID
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
what do paramedics do?
Paramedics are advanced emergency medical care providers. They are educated and trained to work in the front lines of medical services by providing advanced support to emergency patients. Paramedics can carry out essential duties of a physician, including patient examination, administering medication and treating patients with emergency equipment. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 7% growth in Paramedic positions through 2031** – faster than average.
Upon becoming a Nationally Registered Paramedic, graduates of the Paramedic Diploma Program can seek employment with not only hospitals and ambulance services but can branch out into more specialized avenues, such as hazardous material response, flight medicine, NASCAR or urban search and rescue.
** https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/emts-and-paramedics.htm
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* A quarter is made up of 10 weeks and students may carry 8 to 16 credits per quarter.
For statistics, detailed tuition information, and student outcomes, please review our Consumer Information.