Paramedic Technology

East Central College offers a program of study leading to an Associate of Applied Science degree and Certificate of Achievement in Paramedic Technology. Students in the program receive instruction in the recognition, treatment, and transport of patients with medical emergencies and trauma. To achieve licensure as a paramedic, students studying at East Central College comply with United States Department of Transportation guidelines. These guidelines require that students first complete coursework leading to licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic prior to entry in the Paramedic Technology certificate or degree program. Courses combine classroom and laboratory activities with clinical experiences in an acute care setting. This provides the student with the opportunity to learn skills and techniques to be applied in the actual work setting.

The program of study is accredited by the Missouri Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and prepares students for national licensure. The College also offers a series of post-licensure refresher courses for professionals working in the field. East Central College is the designated regional training center for emergency medical services personnel. The EMS program has a state-of-the-art clinical lab which utilizes high-fidelity human patient simulators and an ambulance.

Degrees and Certificates:

Department Links

Additional Information & Links:

Accredited by the Missouri Bureau of Emergency Medical Services
- Website: http://health.mo.gov/safety/ems/
  
  Bureau of Emergency Medical Services PO Box 570 Jefferson City, Mo. 65102 573-751-6356
Admission Requirements

Students must have completed:

High school diploma or the equivalent (documentation sent to the Registration office)

Application for Admission

A placement test as specified by the college. (Please note: Some coursework requires minimum placement results.)

Program Specific:

Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening upon acceptance to program
Contact

Tom Fitts

(636) 584-6623

fittst@eastcentral.edu
Scholarships

Applications are available in the ECC Student Services office or at the follow link:

http://www.eastcentral.edu/current/collegefinances/scholarships.php.

Nursing & Allied Health

	Division Chair
			Robyn Walter Nursing/Allied Health Chair walter@eastcentral.edu 636-584-6617 Off: HS108
	Union Faculty
			Tom Fitts Assist. Prof., EMT/Paramedic fittst@eastcentral.edu 636-584-6623 Off: HS115
			Theresa Briggs Clinical Coordinator tefeth@adjunct.eastcentral.edu 636-584-6616 Off: HS116