Emergency Medical Services

Apply to the Paramedic program

The Paramedic application is used to apply for admission to the Paramedic course sequence, the final component of the Paramedic Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Fire/Paramedic AAS, and Paramedic certificate programs. Students must complete the prerequisites and required preparatory coursework for their chosen award option before applying.

The Paramedic course sequence is intended for individuals who hold a current Oregon EMT license and want to become eligible to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic examination. Up to 24 students are admitted each year, with the cohort typically beginning in the winter term. Applications are accepted annually from June 1 through September 1.

Contact Michelle Butler for Emergency Services admission information and academic advising.

How to apply

  • Apply to PCC

    Applying to PCC is free and only takes a few minutes. Complete this step as soon as possible so you can start using PCC resources.
    Apply to PCC

  • Meet with the EMS advisor

    Meet with EMS Advisor Michelle Butler to review requirements, plan coursework, and confirm eligibility for application.

  • Take prerequisites and required preparatory courses

    Requirements vary by award option. Review the prerequisites and required preparatory courses for your selected pathway below. You’ll take preparatory courses in the beginning part of the paramedic program prior to applying to the rest of the program. All requirements must be completed before applying.

    Students are encouraged to meet with the EMS advisor to ensure all course requirements have been fulfilled. All courses must be completed with a “C” grade or better. For application questions, please email ems@pcc.edu.

    Paramedic certificate

    Prerequisites:

    • Associate degree or higher
      • The state of Oregon requires paramedics to hold an associate degree or higher. The one-year Paramedic certificate is designed for students who already have a degree and want to become a paramedic without completing an additional degree program.
    • EMS 100: Introduction to Emergency Medical Services
    • EMS 105: EMT Part I – learn about applying for EMS 105 and 106
    • EMS 106: EMT Part II
    • MP 111: Medical Terminology

    Required preparatory courses:

    • EMS 115: Crisis Intervention
    • EMS 116: EMS Rescue
    • EMS 230: Paramedic Anatomy & Physiology

    View the Paramedic certificate in the catalog for more information.

    Paramedic degree

    Prerequisites:

    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • WR 115: Introduction to College Composition (or placement into higher)
    • RD 90: Reading (or placement into higher)
    • MTH 20: Fundamentals of Mathematics (or placement into higher)

    Required preparatory courses:

    • WR 121Z: Composition I
    • MTH 65: Introductory Algebra – 2nd Term
    • PSY 101: Psychology & Human Relations (or any Social Science Gen Ed course)
    • COMM 111: Public Speaking (or any Arts & Letters Gen Ed course)
    • BI 231: Human Anatomy & Physiology I
    • BI 232: Human Anatomy & Physiology II
    • BI 233: Human Anatomy & Physiology III
    • EMS 100: Introduction to EMS
    • EMS 105: EMT Part I – learn about applying for EMS 105 and 106
    • EMS 106: EMT Part II
    • EMS 115: Crisis Intervention
    • EMS 116: Emergency Medical Tech Rescue
    • MP 111: Medical Terminology
    • HE 295: Health and Fitness for Life
    • PE 295: Health and Fitness for Life Lab

    View the Paramedic degree in the catalog for more information.

    Fire/Paramedic prerequisites

    Prerequisites:

    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • WR 115: Introduction to College Composition (or placement into higher)
    • RD 90: Reading (or placement into higher)
    • MTH 20: Fundamentals of Mathematics (or placement into higher)

    Required preparatory courses:

    • WR 121Z: Composition I
    • MTH 65: Introductory Algebra – 2nd Term
    • EMS 100: Introduction to Emergency Medical Services
    • EMS 105: EMT Part I – learn about applying for EMS 105 and 106
    • EMS 106: EMT Part II
    • EMS 115: Crisis Intervention
    • EMS 116: EMS Rescue
    • MP 111: Medical Terminology
    • EMS 230: Paramedic Anatomy & Physiology
    • FP 111: Fire Academy Part 1
    • FP 112: Fire Academy Part 2
    • FP 123: Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations
    • General Education course #1
    • General Education course #2

    View the Fire/Paramedic degree in the catalog for more information.

  • Supporting documents

    Gather the following document copies, which you will need to attach to your online Paramedic application:

    1. Current Oregon EMT or higher certification (out-of-state students should allow 12 weeks for reciprocity to Oregon).
    2. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider level card.
    3. Approved transfer course documentation (if applicable).
  • Personal statement

    The online application will require a response to the following prompt: What are your unique qualities and professional goals as a paramedic? Think about your response prior to beginning the online application. Prompt responses will be limited to 2,500 characters.

  • Submit application

    Once you have completed all prerequisites, required preparatory courses, and obtained your Oregon EMT license, complete the Paramedic application. During the application, you will indicate your selected award pathway.

After you apply

After submitting your online application, you will be contacted (via your PCC email address) about your program admissions status and given permission to register if there are seats available. It is your responsibility to register for the appropriate courses. If you do not attend the first class session, you will be dropped from the class.