Admissions Requirements

Paramedic

The application is now closed for the Fall 2024 Paramedic Certificate Program. The Paramedic Certificate program has a limited capacity; qualified applicants will be considered on a first-come, first-serve basis.  

Information Sessions

Admission into the Paramedic Certificate requires that the applicant attend an information session. Please click an upcoming date to register:  

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Admissions Requirements

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• • • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age
    • Completed applications should be submitted no later than August 15, 2024 at 5:00pm for the Fall 2024 semester. The Admissions Office can extend the deadline period, if applicable and necessary.
    • A wait list will be established once the program is at full capacity; qualified applicants will be considered on a first-come, first-serve basis. 
• A non-refundable $250 deposit 
• An official high school transcript or high school equivalency transcript showing evidence of a high school diploma and graduation is required. Official documents must be original and sent from the issuing institution to arrive at Cape Cod Community College in a sealed envelope.
  • • All home-schooled students, without a high school diploma or GED, are eligible to apply for admission to the Paramedic Certificate program provided they have successfully completed an approved home-school program, under the Massachusetts General Laws or the laws of their home state.
• Documentation of current and valid NREMT or Massachusetts EMT certification. Certifications shall remain current and valid through the Paramedic Certificate program. Maintaining current certifications shall be required and are the responsibility of the paramedic student.
  • • Official documents must be original and sent from the issuing institution to arrive at Cape Cod Community College in a sealed envelope. Official transcripts can be emailed to admissions@corporatefilmfest.com or can be dropped off at the Admissions Office drop box outside the Nickerson Building on campus.

Program Requirements

Current and valid CPR – BLS Healthcare Provider-level: Certifications shall remain current and valid through the Paramedic Certificate program. Maintaining current certifications shall be required and are the responsibility of the paramedic student.

College Readiness: Applicants must possess a minimum of college-level reading and math or meet satisfactory placement on the Accuplacer exam and/or ALEKS PPL at the Testing Center.

Immunization Requirements: Students must meet all health requirements. Requirements are available at: Immunization Requirements. Proof of immunizations shall be submitted no later than November 1, 2024.

Technical Standards: Applicants for the Paramedic Certificate program must be able to meet the physical demands and satisfy the behavioral capabilities as outlined in the Program’s Technical Standards. Applicants must be capable of all duties as set forth by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services 105 CMR 170.00.

CORI/SORI: Applicants must complete and pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Record Information (SORI)check in compliance with CORI/SORI regulations, as set forth at CCCC. Students found to have certain criminal convictions or pending criminal actions will be ineligible for didactic, clinical or field internship placement.

Drug Screen: Applicants must complete and pass a 10 or 12 panel drug screen. Drug screening will take place just prior to the start of the Paramedic Certificate program or just after class commences. In addition, a drug screen should be expected prior to clinical internship and can be administered randomly with or without suspicion during the entirety of the Paramedic Certificate program. Drug screening will be completed at a 4Cs-approved location.

Health Insurance: Applicants must provide documented proof of health insurance or proof of health insurance purchased through 4C.

Release Statement: Accepted students must sign a statement releasing Cape Cod Community College, clinical affiliates, and field internship affiliates of responsibility for illness or injury incurred while functioning in those roles.

GPA: To remain in this program a student must maintain a 77% average in the required courses, have a satisfactory clinical evaluation, and adhere to the attendance policy. Adhere to all policies set forth in the Paramedic Student Handbook.

To contact CoAEMSP Executive Office:
8301 Lakeview Parkway Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
214-703-8445
FAX 214-703-899
coaemsp.org