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Emergency Medical Technology A.A.S. (Plan 21EA)

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Award Type

Associate in Applied Science A.A.S.

Catalog Description

This degree provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to gain employment as an emergency medical technician-paramedic. Graduates of this program will be provided with a high degree of specialized emergency medical training and courses of general education designed to provide breadth of knowledge in a variety of fields, specific scientific knowledge, and additional communication skills.

To complete an A.A.S., students are strongly encouraged to meet with an Academic Success Advisor to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements.

Once the program has been completed, students should be able to:

Successfully pass the national registry exam

Function as an entry level paramedic

Total Hours for Completion

64-68 credit hours

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