Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic, 1 year certificate
Paramedics play a vital role in pre-hospital care and patient survival. They are highly trained medical professionals who provide advanced emergency care, including administering medications, performing life-saving procedures, and managing critically ill or injured patients.
The 1-year Paramedic certificate is designed for students who already hold an Oregon EMT license and wish to pursue Paramedic certification. This program prepares students to complete the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification exam.
Award information
| Award | Length (attending full-time) | Financial aid eligible | Currently accepting students? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate: Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic | 1 year | 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| EMS 115 | Crisis Intervention | 3 |
| EMS 116 | Emergency Medical Services Rescue | 3 |
| EMS 230 | Paramedic Anatomy & Physiology | 4 |
| EMS 238 | Pre-Paramedic Orientation | 1 |
| Second Term | ||
| EMS 240 | Paramedic I | 14 |
| Third Term | ||
| EMS 242 | Paramedic II | 11 |
| EMS 244 | Paramedic Clinical Internship I | 1 |
| Fourth Term | ||
| EMS 246 | Paramedic Clinical Internship II | 9 |
| EMS 248 | Paramedic Field Internship I | 3 |
| Fifth Term | ||
| EMS 250 | Paramedic Field Internship II | 7 |
| EMS 252 | Paramedic III | 1 |
| Total Credits | 57 | |
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