Paramedic

The HCI College Paramedic training program prepares students to function in a pre-hospital setting  performing  patient assessments, the administration of medications, EKG monitoring, and advanced resuscitation procedures.

The program consists of lectures, labs, and hospital and ride times in accordance with the latest National EMS Standards. The Paramedic program will prepare the student to take the Florida State Paramedic Exam. Upon successful completion of the program, students earn a diploma*.

*This may be applied as credit earned toward an AS in EMS

• 12-Month Program
• Accreditation – CoAEMSP
• Hands-on Training
• Taught by EMS Professionals
• Day & Evening Classes Available
• Shift Friendly Ride and Clinical Schedules
• Must be a Licensed EMT
• Financial Aid Available to Those Who Qualify

• Demonstrate the cognitive ability to comprehend, apply, and evaluate the clinical information relative to a role as an entry-level Paramedic.
• Prepare the student to demonstrate technical and entry-level proficiency in all psychomotor skills necessary to fulfill the role of Paramedic.
• Learn to manage a team of rescuers, to supervise and perform assessment of the scene and patient, and to apply current patient care protocols given a pre-hospital emergency scenario.
• Contribute in a positive manner to the learning environment, will be an active participant in the teaching and learning process, and will seek learning opportunities outside of the classroom.
• Ability to demonstrate clinical competence while assigned patient care responsibilities.
• Become familiar with the hospital environment. This includes but is not limited to: policies, practices, equipment, and skills as they relate directly and/or indirectly to the Paramedic in the field.