Paramedic Technology
Diploma
Contact Information
Ernest Quattlebaum
706-771-4195
Augusta Campus - Building 900
By Appointment

Program Description

The Paramedic Technology diploma program prepares students for employment in paramedic positions in today's health services field. The Paramedic Technology program provides learning opportunities that introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills from the Emergency Medical Technician-Basic and the Emergency Medical Technician-Intermediate levels to retrain as a paramedic. Graduates of the program receive a Paramedic Technology diploma and are eligible to sit for the paramedic certification test. High school graduation or GED is required for admission to this program.

Graduates are prepared to take the state written and practical exam administered by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. The program meets the Georgia Department of Human Resources guidelines for training programs for paramedics.

Employment Opportunities

Paramedics are in demand for employment with medical service providers, ambulance services, and hospitals. The graduate is eligible to sit for the certification examination.

Notes:

• Documentation of EMT Basic Certification is a minimum requirement for admission to the Paramedic Program.
• A grade of “C” or higher is required for all courses.
• A student who does not earn a grade of “C” or higher in any two courses attempted with the EMS prefix will be suspended from the program for one year. Before re-entering the program, the student must complete an individualized remedial program assigned by the department head. After the third unsuccessful attempt of a course with the EMS prefix, the student will not be allowed to reenter the Paramedic Technology program.
• Prior to participation in campus/clinical labs, students are required to submit completed medical and dental examination forms. All required immunizations, including Hepatitis B, must be accompanied by documentation. Students who refuse to take the Hepatitis B vaccination series must sign a declination form and be aware that clinical practicum sites may refuse them an opportunity to gain clinical experience. Students must present proof of current certification as an Emergency Medical Technician prior to acceptance into the program.
• Conviction of a felony or gross misdemeanor may prohibit employment in field and may make a student ineligible to take licensing/certification exam(s) required for the profession. A background check may be required by some agencies before a student attends a clinical practicum. For more information, contact the appropriate program advisor.