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.
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.
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.
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.
Admissions Requirements
Must be 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED is required prior to admission.
(Official transcripts or GED scores must be submitted from all colleges and/or high schools attended for credit.)
ACCUPLACER Testing, or submit SAT, ACT, COMPASS, or ASSET test scores.
Curriculum
Basic Skills – Total of 9 Hours
Program-Specific Core – Total of 49 Hours
| ALHS 1011 | Structure/Function- Human Body | 5 |
| EMSP 2110 | Foundations of Paramedicine | 3 |
| EMSP 2120 | Applications of Pathophysiology for Paramedics | 3 |
| EMSP 2130 | Advanced Resuscitative Skills for Paramedics | 3 |
| EMSP 2140 | Adv Cardiovascular Concepts | 4 |
| EMSP 2310 | Therapeutic Modalities of Cardiovascular Care | 3 |
| EMSP 2320 | Therapeutic Modalities of Medical Care | 5 |
| EMSP 2330 | Therapeutic Modalities of Trauma Care | 4 |
| EMSP 2340 | Therapeutic Modalities for Special Patient Populations | 4 |
| EMSP 2510 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - I | 2 |
| EMSP 2520 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - II | 2 |
| EMSP 2530 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - III | 2 |
| EMSP 2540 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - IV | 1 |
| EMSP 2550 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - V | 1 |
| EMSP 2560 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - VI | 1 |
| EMSP 2570 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - VII | 1 |
| EMSP 2710 | Field Internship for the Paramedic | 2 |
| EMSP 2720 | Practical Applications for the Paramedic | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 58
Graduation Plan – Fall Core Start/Spring EMSP Start
Semester One - Fall
Semester Two - Spring
| EMSP 2110 | Foundations of Paramedicine | 3 |
| EMSP 2120 | Applications of Pathophysiology for Paramedics | 3 |
| EMSP 2130 | Advanced Resuscitative Skills for Paramedics | 3 |
| EMSP 2140 | Adv Cardiovascular Concepts | 4 |
| EMSP 2540 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - IV | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |
Semester Three - Summer
| EMSP 2310 | Therapeutic Modalities of Cardiovascular Care | 3 |
| EMSP 2320 | Therapeutic Modalities of Medical Care | 5 |
| EMSP 2550 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - V | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Semester Four - Fall
| EMSP 2340 | Therapeutic Modalities for Special Patient Populations | 4 |
| EMSP 2330 | Therapeutic Modalities of Trauma Care | 4 |
| EMSP 2510 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - I | 2 |
| EMSP 2520 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - II | 2 |
| EMSP 2560 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - VI | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 13 |
Semester Five - Spring
Apply for Graduation
| EMSP 2720 | Practical Applications for the Paramedic | 3 |
| EMSP 2530 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - III | 2 |
| EMSP 2570 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - VII | 1 |
| EMSP 2710 | Field Internship for the Paramedic | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 8 |
Total Credit Hours: 58
This plan is for informational purposes ONLY. It is not a substitute for meeting with a program advisor each term.
Graduation Plan – Summer Core Start/Fall EMSP Start
Semester One - Summer
Semester Two - Fall
| EMSP 2110 | Foundations of Paramedicine | 3 |
| EMSP 2120 | Applications of Pathophysiology for Paramedics | 3 |
| EMSP 2130 | Advanced Resuscitative Skills for Paramedics | 3 |
| EMSP 2140 | Adv Cardiovascular Concepts | 4 |
| EMSP 2540 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - IV | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |
Semester Three - Spring
| EMSP 2310 | Therapeutic Modalities of Cardiovascular Care | 3 |
| EMSP 2320 | Therapeutic Modalities of Medical Care | 5 |
| EMSP 2340 | Therapeutic Modalities for Special Patient Populations | 4 |
| EMSP 2520 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - II | 2 |
| EMSP 2550 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - V | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Semester Four - Summer
| EMSP 2330 | Therapeutic Modalities of Trauma Care | 4 |
| EMSP 2510 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - I | 2 |
| EMSP 2560 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - VI | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 7 |
Semester Five - Fall
Apply for Graduation
| EMSP 2720 | Practical Applications for the Paramedic | 3 |
| EMSP 2530 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - III | 2 |
| EMSP 2570 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - VII | 1 |
| EMSP 2710 | Field Internship for the Paramedic | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 8 |
Total Credit Hours: 58
This plan is for informational purposes ONLY. It is not a substitute for meeting with a program advisor each term.
Graduation Plan – Spring Core Start/Summer EMSP Start
Semester One - Spring
Semester Two - Summer
| EMSP 2110 | Foundations of Paramedicine | 3 |
| EMSP 2120 | Applications of Pathophysiology for Paramedics | 3 |
| EMSP 2130 | Advanced Resuscitative Skills for Paramedics | 3 |
| EMSP 2540 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - IV | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 10 |
Semester Three - Fall
| EMSP 2140 | Adv Cardiovascular Concepts | 4 |
| EMSP 2310 | Therapeutic Modalities of Cardiovascular Care | 3 |
| EMSP 2320 | Therapeutic Modalities of Medical Care | 5 |
| EMSP 2510 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - I | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |
Semester Four - Spring
| EMSP 2330 | Therapeutic Modalities of Trauma Care | 4 |
| EMSP 2340 | Therapeutic Modalities for Special Patient Populations | 4 |
| EMSP 2520 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - II | 2 |
| EMSP 2530 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - III | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Semester Five - Summer
Apply for Graduation
| EMSP 2720 | Practical Applications for the Paramedic | 3 |
| EMSP 2550 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - V | 1 |
| EMSP 2560 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - VI | 1 |
| EMSP 2570 | Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - VII | 1 |
| EMSP 2710 | Field Internship for the Paramedic | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 8 |
Total Credit Hours: 58
This plan is for informational purposes ONLY. It is not a substitute for meeting with a program advisor each term.
Additional Program Information
Attrition Rates
|
Enrollment Year
|
Total # of Students Enrolled in the Paramedic Program
|
Total # of Students Completing Program
|
Attrition Due to Non-Academic Reasons
|
Attrition Due to Academic Reasons
|
% Retention
|
Positive Placement
|
National Registry Paramedic Written Exam (1st Attempt)
|
National Registry Paramedic Practical Exam
|
|
2020-2021
|
28
|
***
|
***
|
***
|
***
|
***
|
***
|
***
|
|
2019-2020
|
36
|
32
|
2
|
2
|
89%
|
100%
|
100%
|
100%
|
|
2017-2018
|
15
|
9
|
1
|
5
|
53%
|
100%
|
100%
|
100%
|
|
2016-2017
|
28
|
23
|
2
|
3
|
78.3%
|
100%
|
100%
|
100%
|
|
2014-2015
|
26
|
15
|
4
|
7
|
57.7%
|
100%
|
100%
|
100%
|
|
2013-2014
|
28
|
20
|
4
|
4
|
71.4%
|
100%
|
100%
|
100%
|
*** Current Class Graduates
Program Accreditation
The paramedic program is approved by the Georgia Department of Public Health, Office of EMS and Trauma and is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation for Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Profession (CoAEMSP).