Fire/Paramedic, associate degree
The Fire/Paramedic degree prepares you for a high-demand career in both emergency medical services and fire response. Communities across the region need professionals who can serve in dual roles, and this program equips you with the skills to handle both fire suppression and advanced life support responsibilities.
Award information
| Award | Length (attending full-time) | Financial aid eligible | Currently accepting students? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree: Fire/Paramedic | 2 years | Limited entry, see how to apply to Emergency Medical Services |
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Locations
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Course listing for the 2026-2027 catalog year.
| First Term | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| FP 111 | Fire Academy Part 1 | 8 |
| FP 112 | Fire Academy Part 2 | 8 |
| Second Term | ||
| EMS 100 | Introduction to Emergency Medical Services | 1 |
| EMS 105 | EMT Part I | 6 |
| MP 111 | Medical Terminology | 4 |
| General Education: 1 Course | ||
| Third Term | ||
| EMS 106 | EMT Part II | 6 |
| EMS 115 | Crisis Intervention | 3 |
| FP 123 | Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations | 3 |
| General Education: 1 Course | ||
| Fourth Term | ||
| EMS 116 | Emergency Medical Services Rescue | 3 |
| EMS 230 | Paramedic Anatomy & Physiology | 4 |
| EMS 238 | Pre-Paramedic Orientation | 1 |
| General Education: 2 Courses | ||
| Fifth Term | ||
| EMS 240 | Paramedic I | 14 |
| Sixth Term | ||
| EMS 242 | Paramedic II | 11 |
| EMS 244 | Paramedic Clinical Internship I | 1 |
| Seventh Term | ||
| EMS 246 | Paramedic Clinical Internship II | 9 |
| EMS 248 | Paramedic Field Internship I | 3 |
| Eighth Term | ||
| EMS 250 | Paramedic Field Internship II | 7 |
| EMS 252 | Paramedic III | 1 |
| Total Credits | 105 | |
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