The Portland Community College Paramedic Program is designed as the last step in the formal education of EMT-Paramedics and those seeking the AAS-EMT degree. Minimum requirements for each applicant are:

Proof of high school graduation or GED

Current Oregon EMT-Basic or Oregon EMT-Intermediate certification from an approved D.O.T. EMT course

Successful completion upon entrance to the paramedic program of all the general education and pre-requisite courses. This must include 12 credit hours of 200 level Anatomy and Physiology.

Entry consideration will be given to those with EMS field experience. (Can be military, agency affiliated search & rescue, ski patrol, ride time with a legitimate EMS provider paid or volunteer, or in a hospital or community clinical environment).

*Please note criminal background investigation will be performed prior to EMT-Paramedic certification.

To Apply

Submit only completed Application for Admission along with a self addressed stamped envelope and a $25.00 non-refundable EMS Department application fee made payable to Portland Community College, to the following address:

Portland Community College
AAS-EMT Degree Program, JH 210c
705 N. Killingsworth
Portland, OR 97217

Required Verifications and Submissions

Current Oregon EMT-Basic or Oregon EMT-Intermediate certification (out of state students should allow 12 weeks for reciprocity to Oregon)

BLS Healthcare Provider card

Official documentation of the following immunizations/immunity:

        Results of current negative TB exam or clear chest x-ray (within last 12 months)
        MMR (Measles, Mumps & Rubella immunity) if born after 1956
        Tetanus (within past 10 years)
        Hepatitis B immunizations (complete series or positive titer results)
        Influenza (one dose each fall/winter)
        Varicella (Chicken Pox) immunity

Official transcripts submitted in sealed envelops with the school’s official stamp or seal (PCC transcripts may be unofficial)

Include a “personal statement.” This statement gives you an opportunity to indicate your unique qualities and professional goals as an EMT-Paramedic.

Please provide 3 personal references. It is preferred that one personal reference is from a physician of your choice. Additional letters can come from qualified health care providers, EMS instructors, supervisors, or persons currently employed in the fire and rescue industry.

All of the above requirements must be submitted as one complete package by the application deadline date

Interview and Selection Process

The EMT-Paramedic program is limited to 24 students and alternates

The selection process is very competitive; therefore, all materials submitted must be compete and accurate.

Oral interviews will be offered only to selected qualified applicants. You will be notified in writing of time, date and location of the interview.

Prior to beginning the EMT 200-level course of study, the following courses OR their equivalents must be competed with ‘C’ grade or higher. Contact
academic advising at 503-978-5271 for questions regarding course equivalencies. Exceptions may be granted at the discretion of the EMS Department.

*These courses must be completed within five (5) years of anticipated PCC graduation date

**200 level Human Anatomy and Physiology, 12 credit course within the last seven (7) years prior to acceptance to paramedic program (highly recommended within last 5 years)
Medical Terminology, 3 credit course shall have been completed within the last five (5) years

Successful completion of second year requirements will lead to AAS degree

For students with a 2 year degree or higher from an accredited United States institution

        WR 121 competency requirement is waived

        Math competency may be met by submitting a transcript showing
        successful completion of Intermediate Algebra or a math course
        with Math 95 or equivalent as a prerequisite