• ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
• ​2.5 or higher GPA on combined paramedic prerequisites:
• EMT 251 Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)or Course Equivalent.
• Current NREMT or Local EMS Authority EMT Certification 
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Healthcare Provider CPR Card.​
• ​​A minimum grade of “C” in all prerequisite courses is required. Be advised that a “C” in all prerequisites courses does not meet the 2.5 minimum GPA requirements. 
• No more than two repetitions of any EMT course is allowed. "W" counts as a repeat.
• Completion of Paramedic Program Application submitted by deadline.
• Completion of the Paramedic Program written entrance exam by the application deadline.
• Background, Drug Screening, Physical Exams, and Immunizations​ required by the start of the program.
• Strongly recommend six months of full-time verified work experience as an EMT on an emergency response vehicle, such as a fire engine or private ambulance.

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• Demonstrate entry-level skills for a variety of roles at the entry-level as a Paramedic.
• ​Demonstrate sufficient preparation to pass the NREMT-P.​
• Apply skills in didactic, psycho-motor, and affective domains needed to perform the duties as a Paramedic in the community.​
  
• Complete the Paramedic National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
  Advanced Level Paramedic Exam preparation.
• Demonstrate competent intellectual, hands-on, and professional skills to provide

  Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic level services.
• Adhere to professional behaviors set by the Paramedic Program Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrate patient safety at all times.
  
• Achieve a successful transition to employment as a Paramedic.
  

• ​​​Upon successful completion of this degree, students will be prepared for careers or employment in the following positions: Emergency Medical Services Paramedic, emergency room technicians, medical offices, fire departments, entertainment, and large venue services.