The Paramedicine diploma program prepares students for a dynamic and advanced role within the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) profession. This program will provide students with the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation, and function as a part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight as a Paramedic. This program combines rigorous academic coursework with extensive hands-on training to develop the clinical, technical, and decision-making skills necessary for effective emergency response. Students will learn to assess patients, administer medications, perform advanced airway management and use life-saving equipment under the guidance of experienced instructors and medical professionals.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Paramedicine diploma are prepared to provide pre-hospital care as paramedics. Graduates may find employment with medical service providers, ambulance services, hospitals, and industry. The program provides the opportunity to upgrade present knowledge and skills from the EMT I/AEMT level to the paramedic level.
Accreditation/Approval
The Ogeechee Technical College Paramedic program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions.
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355 113th St N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
(727) 210-2350
www.caahep.org
Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions
8301 Lakeview Parkway
Rowlett, TX 75088
(214) 703-8445
www.coaemsp.org
Licensure/Certification
Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry Paramedic certification examination. After successful completion of the National Registry Paramedic examination, graduates may apply for Georgia state licensure through the state Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST).
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 18 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Submit proof of current certification as NREMT EMT or AEMT.
- Submit proof of the successful completion of Georgia SOEMST EMTI to AEMT update course, EMT I/99, or AEMT; or the successful completion of an AEMT course.
Paramedicine Diploma Curriculum
The curriculum of the Paramedic diploma program is designed for semester system. A student may enter the program courses during spring semester only. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 57 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 1350 contact hours and generally takes 4 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
English Requirement 3 Credits
Mathematics Requirement 3 Credits
Psychology Requirement 3 Credits
ALHS Requirement 5 Credits
| ALHS 1011 | Structure and Function of the Human Body | 5 |
Occupational Courses (43 Credits)
NOTE: “C” or higher grade is required for all the above courses.
Program Costs
Tuition and Fees
Liability Insurance: Liability Insurance (click to find your program)
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)
Clinical Education
Number of Clinical Sites: 4
General Location of the Clinical Sites: Bulloch, Evans, and Screven Counties
Special Requirements of the Clinical Sites
- CPR Certification
- Prior to beginning clinical courses, students must submit a medical exam stating that the student is in good health. This must include documentation of TB skin testing and all required immunizations, including Hepatitis B. Students who refuse the Hepatitis B vaccination series must sign a declination form and be aware that clinical sites may refuse to accept them. Forms will be provided by the instructor;
- Criminal Background Check
- Urine Drug Screen
Clinical Education Courses
The EMS Professions clinical experiences are combined with the courses. Students are provided opportunities for in-depth application and reinforcement of principles and techniques in pre-hospital settings. The clinical experience allows the student to become involved in a professional work situation applying technical skills.
Program faculty will outline the minimum number of hours that will be spent in a supervised work setting. Students may not receive pay from the clinical site for clinical hours. Students are evaluated by the clinical site preceptor and the Clinical Coordinator.
Clinical Assignments
Clinical times may vary. Some clinical times may be scheduled to include shift work. Clinical sites are selected by the program coordinator. Students are responsible for having reliable transportation to the site.
Please see the Paramedicine Program Manual for more information.