EMS/Paramedic Programs

EMS professionals play a crucial role in saving lives and providing immediate medical care during emergencies. They work closely with other healthcare professionals, law enforcement, and fire departments to ensure public safety and well-being. With an aging population and the need for emergency medical services, demand for trained EMS professionals remains consistently high. North Central's program prepares students to become intelligent, competent, compassionate providers of emergency care.
 

Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic — Associate of Applied Science*: 

Graduates of North Central's EMS/Paramedic program are prepared to sit for the National Registry Exam, which opens employment opportunities in many other states in the pre-hospital field of EMS, public safety, and fire rescue. Graduates may also work in the emergency departments of hospitals and clinics, or as safety coordinators for industrial plants.

*The Associate of Applied Science degree is frequently considered the minimum qualification necessary to be employed in management positions in EMS.

Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic — Certificate: 

Graduates of North Central's EMS/Paramedic program are prepared to sit for the National Registry Exam, which opens employment opportunities in many other states in the pre-hospital field of EMS, public safety, and fire rescue. Graduates may also work in the emergency departments of hospitals and clinics, or as safety coordinators for industrial plants.

Emergency Medical Services/Basic — Certificate of Development:

This program is designed as an introduction to Emergency Medical Services leading to Basic Emergency Medical Technician licensure. Basic EMTs undergo training in fundamental life support procedures and the principles of caring for and transporting individuals who are sick or injured. Basic EMT licensure qualifies individuals for entry-level positions as emergency care providers within municipal and private ambulance services, as well as certain hospital emergency departments.

Emergency Medical Technician (non-degree*): 

This program is designed as an introduction to Emergency Medical Services leading to Basic Emergency Medical Technician licensure. Basic EMTs undergo training in fundamental life support procedures and the principles of caring for and transporting individuals who are sick or injured. Basic EMT licensure qualifies individuals for entry-level positions as emergency care providers within municipal and private ambulance services, as well as certain hospital emergency departments.

*This is a non-degree program intended for students who do not want financial aid.