The next application period will be May 1-31st, 2026 for the Fall 2026 cohort.
Attend one of our upcoming information sessions to learn more!

October 30th (Thursday) at 6:00 pm

February 23rd (Monday) at 6:00 pm

About the Paramedic Program

Develop the knowledge and skills necessary to provide advanced emergency medical care in the pre-hospital setting

As a licensed paramedic, you will work as the highest level of the prehospital care team and may find employment with a fire department, private ambulance service, third city service, hospital, or other operation. The Paramedic Program includes classroom didactic, practical laboratory, in-hospital clinical, and pre-hospital field internship to prepare you to sit for the National Registry Paramedic Licensure Examination upon successful completion of the program.

Explore Potential Careers

Studying Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic Program can lead to a variety of different jobs or career paths. Below are just some of the many options you will have!

  • EMTs work in the prehospital setting for ambulance agencies, fire departments, park service, or event standby agencies. An EMT with additional training in ECGs and phlebotomy may also be hired in an emergency department.
  • A licensed paramedic is the highest level of the prehospital care team and may find employment with a fire department, private ambulance service, third city service, hospital, or other operation.
  • Many students use their EMT and Paramedic training as an introduction to a variety of other medical fields, such as: registered nurse, ER Technician, respiratory therapist, physician's assistant, or physician

Program Information 

Programs Offered

Program Schedule

Fall Semester (Year 1) 

Course NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotes
EMTP 121Introduction to EMS3 
EMTP 122Pharmacology and Ventilatory Management3 
EMTP 123Trauma Emergencies3 
EMTP 124Trauma certification1 
EMTP 125Cardiorespiratory Emergencies 3 

 

Spring Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotes
EMTP 126Neuroendocrine Emergencies3 
EMTP 127Medical Emergencies3 
EMTP 128OB, GYN & Pediatric Emergencies3 
EMTP 129Special Populations, EMS Operations4 

 

Summer Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotes
EMTP 130AParamedic Clinical Education7 

 

Fall Semester (Year 2)

Course NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotes
EMTP 130BField Internship9 

To be eligible for the Paramedic Program, potential candidates must have the following:

  1. Hold a current California EMT certification
  2. Hold a current healthcare provider level CPR card
  3. Completion of BIOL 106 with a grade of C or better
  4. Strongly recommended:  ECGT 101 with grade of C or better
  5. Completed application to the program in May. 

Note: All prerequisites must be completed by the application due date. Applications are due on May 31st each year.

Information Meeting 

  • If you are interested in the Paramedic program, we recommend attending an information meeting held each October and February on Zoom. Date, time and link will be posted here once available. It is no longer required but strongly recommended that you attend one of these meetings to learn more about the program requirements, application and selection process.

Program Application

Applications for the Paramedic Program will be accepted in May each year for entrance into the Fall cohort. 

The application will include the following:

  • Completed 麻花传媒沈芯语老师家访 Paramedic program application
  • Copies of CA EMT certification, California driver's license, and CPR card (healthcare provider level)
  • Unofficial transcripts (attached in the application online) of all college coursework and evidence of completion of the prerequisite with a grade of C or better.
  • Contact information for two references
  • Personal statements

Note: All prerequisites must be completed by the application due date. Applications are due on May 31st each year.

Transfer Options

The program coursework you complete at City College will satisfy lower-division requirements for related majors at several colleges and universities.  

Have questions about transfer? Visit the Transfer Center for help, transfer information, and/or to speak with college representatives.
 

Achievement/Outcomes

2023 Outcomes for the 麻花传媒沈芯语老师家访 Paramedic Program

Outcome Rate
Attrition 7.4%
Retention 92.6%
NREMT Pass Rates 100%
Job Placement 92%