Emergency Medical Services AAS
Emergency Medical Services AAS
West Burlington Campus
Help others help themselves with this rewarding career.
There are three program tracks. This page is for the Paramedic AAS. If you are interested
in another EMS program, please click on the appropriate link below:
EMT Certificate
Paramedic Certificate
West Burlington and Keokuk campuses with select courses available online.
*Health professions student outcomes are available on the Consumer Information page. A downloadable PDF is available for EMS student outcomes
Program Information
Admission standards apply to this program. Students must have a current CPR Certification. All other eligibility requirements must be met. Successful completion of EMT State Certification required prior to admission to the Paramedic Program. Entry into EMS-663 requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Emergency Medical Technician Certificate awarded after completion of EMS-201, which is offered in both fall and spring semesters. Paramedic Certificate awarded after completion of EMS-665.
For specific information regarding program rules and expectations, please view the EMS Program Handbook.
Summary Sheet
The summary sheet provides a program overview and other information.
Curriculum Sequence
| Fall Semester I | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| BIO-163 | ||
| CSC-110 | ||
| HSC-114 | ||
| MAT-702 | ||
| PSY-111 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 0 |
| Spring Semester I | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EMS-201 | ||
| ENG-105 | ||
| HUM-114 | ||
| PHI-105 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 0 |
| Fall Semester II | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EMS-663 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 0 |
| Spring Semester II | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EMS-667 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 0 |
| Summer Semester | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EMS-665 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 0 |