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People鈥檚 lives often depend on the quick reaction and competent care of emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics鈥擡MTs with additional advanced training to perform more difficult pre-hospital medical procedures. EMTs and paramedics provide vital medical attention as they care for and transport the sick or injured to a medical facility.

In an emergency, EMTs and paramedics typically are dispatched to the scene by a 911 operator, and often work with law enforcement and fire department personnel. Once they arrive, they determine the nature and extent of the patient鈥檚 condition while trying to ascertain whether the patient has pre-existing medical problems. Some paramedics are trained to treat patients with minor injuries on the scene of an accident or at their home without transporting them to a medical facility. Emergency treatment for more complicated problems is carried out by the paramedic under the direction of medical doctors by protocol or verbal orders.

The purpose of the Emergency Medical Services Program is to prepare students as competent entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). As of 2012, EMTs are licensed at three levels in Alabama: EMT, Advanced EMT, and Paramedic. Students completing all three EMT certificate levels and all academic core curriculum courses may receive an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Emergency Medical Services. Graduates qualify for employment with air and ground ambulance services, fire and rescue departments, industrial safety departments, and emergency departments within medical facilities.

Application Instructions
Fall 2026 - Applications are available March 1st - June 1st

 

Spring 2026 - Applications are available Aug 1st - Nov 1st
2026 EMT Application
2026 Advanced EMT Application
2026 EMT Dual Enrollment Application

Summer 2026 - Applications are available Feb 1st - April 15th

We will offer a hybrid class option for summer with lecture content online and once weekly on-campus lab class on Mondays, 6-10pm. 

AAS Emergency Medical Services

AAS EMS with Advanced Option

Paramedic Certificate

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Emergency Medical Technician

Program FAQ

Licensure Disclosure Statement

2024 EMS Program Outcomes

NREMT/State Written Exam: 83.3%
Retention: 100%
Positive (Job) Placement: 100%

Background Check Policy

Drug Testing Policy

VRST Reimbursement Program Agreement