Emergency Medical Services - Associate of Applied Science

Program Entrance Requirements

- Written, oral, and practical assessment at the EMT Basic or EMT Intermediate level depending on current licensure

- HOBET exam

- Copy of current health care provider CPR card

- Completed departmental application including resume, letter of intent, and recommendation letters

- Immunizations below are required before starting clinicals

- MMR twice since 1980 or Rubella and Rubeola titers

TB screening with expiration past end of semester

Varicella immunity (titer or proof of vaccination accepted)

TDAP within 10 years

Hepatitis B series or titers or declination waiver

Flu shot if in season (October-March)

COVID vaccination

Required Skills and Abilities

All EMS programs require that the student be able to:

• lift, carry and balance up to 120 pounds (250 pounds with assistance)

• carry out emergency and non-emergency patient care, including, light extrication (i.e., be able to assume a variety of postural positions and be capable of physical maneuvers ranging from crawling, kneeling, squatting, twisting, turning, and bending, to climbing stairs and ladders)

• withstand varied environmental conditions such as extreme heat, cold, and moisture