62 organizations offering EMT, Paramedic, Fire, and Emergency Services training across North Carolina.
Alamance Community College offers quality training programs including initial provider certification courses, BLS and ALS continuing education, and specialty courses. ACC is credentialed by the N.C. Office of EMS as an advanced education institution and accredited by CoAEMSP for Emergency Responder, EMT, Advanced EMT, and Paramedic training.
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College provides meaningful teaching and learning in curriculum, continuing education, and workforce development. The Emergency Medical Science program prepares competent entry-level paramedics with exit points at the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician and Emergency Medical Technician levels.
Beaufort County Community College offers comprehensive EMS training programs including paramedic, advanced EMT, and EMT certifications through its Division of Continuing Education. The paramedic program holds a Letter of Review from CoAEMSP and maintains a 99%+ certification pass rate.
A public comprehensive community college located throughout West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle, delivering high-quality, affordable academic offerings to support learners' academic advancement, career development, workforce training, and continuing education needs through qualified faculty, competent curriculum, and practical experiences.
Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute is a community college serving Caldwell and Watauga counties in North Carolina with programs in healthcare, trades, college transfer, and more. The college has been serving the community since 1964 with quality programs and services.
Cape Fear Community College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of The Committee on Accreditation for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP). The college prepares competent entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians, Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians, and Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedics.
Carteret Community College is a nationally accredited community college located in Morehead City, North Carolina, offering comprehensive EMS programs including EMT, Paramedic, and specialty courses for emergency responders.
Central Carolina Community College is a public two-year college serving Chatham, Harnett, and Lee counties in North Carolina. The Emergency Medical Science program provides training for emergency responders, offering courses for certification and continuing education in EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic credentials.
Central Piedmont Community College offers a CAAHEP-accredited Emergency Medical Science program designed to prepare graduates for careers as entry-level paramedics. The program provides both EMT and paramedic training through an Associate in Applied Science degree, with partnerships including The Center for Pre-hospital Medicine at Carolinas Medical Center.
Cleveland State Community College is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution offering healthcare programs including paramedic, AEMT, and EMT certifications. The college is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) for its paramedic program.
Coastal Carolina Community College offers Emergency Medical Science programs including continuing education courses in EMT, Advanced EMT, and Paramedic training, as well as an Associate in Applied Science degree in Emergency Medical Science. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of CoAEMSP.
College of The Albemarle is North Carolina's first comprehensive community college, serving seven counties in northeastern North Carolina. The college offers Emergency Medical Science programs including credit degree programs and noncredit workforce training courses in EMR, EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic certifications.
Founded in 1965, Craven Community College is a dynamic teaching and learning institution serving more than 4,000 curriculum students and more than 11,000 individuals in workforce development training programs annually. The college offers comprehensive EMS programs including CPR, first aid, medical responder, EMT basic, EMT intermediate, and paramedic certifications.
Davidson-Davie Community College provides innovative and equitable learning experiences to empower individuals, transform lives, and prepare students for enhanced career and educational opportunities. The Emergency Medical Science program is designed to prepare graduates to enter the workforce as paramedics with basic and advanced life support knowledge and skills.
Durham Tech's Paramedic (Continuing Education) program is a certificate-only, one-year cohort including both class and clinical components that prepares students to enter the workforce and provide high-quality emergency medical care to critically ill and injured patients. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CoAEMSP).
Edgecombe Community College is a community college in Eastern North Carolina that provides certification in a wide variety of emergency medical programs for career and volunteer EMS agencies. The EMS program offers classroom-based, hybrid, and online education for the emergency services community and lay responders.
The Emergency Services Training Center at Central Carolina Community College provides hands-on education and in-service training across fire service, law enforcement, emergency medical services, and emergency management. Located off Tramway Road in Sanford on the grounds of the former Sanford-Lee County Airport, the facility offers training for EMR, EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic programs along with fire and law enforcement certifications.
Fayetteville Technical Community College offers emergency services training through its Corporate & Continuing Education division, including EMT and Paramedic certification programs. The college serves nearly 30,000 students annually and is accredited by SACSCOC.
Forsyth Technical Community College is a community college in Winston-Salem, North Carolina that offers comprehensive EMS programs including EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic training. The college provides flexible scheduling options and is accredited by CoAEMSP for its paramedic program.
Gaston College Department for EMS Education offers non-degree EMS courses under the Continuing Education division, providing occupational training, certification, recertification, renewal, instructor methodology, and specialty topics. The college also offers credit-based Emergency Medical Science degree programs including Paramedic Associate Degree and Diploma tracks, accredited by CAAHEP/CoAEMSP.
Guilford Technical Community College is a community college serving Guilford County, North Carolina, offering more than 80 programs of study including emergency medical science education. The EMS department provides a range of emergency medical courses including CPR, First Aid, Emergency Medical Technician, and Tactical EMS training.
Johnston Community College provides accessible, equitable, high-quality educational and community enrichment opportunities for the successful development of learners. The college offers comprehensive EMS training programs including initial certification courses and specialized certification programs designed to equip EMS professionals with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in their field.
Lenoir Community College is accredited by SACSCOC to award associate degrees and offers workforce development and continuing education EMS programs. The Paramedic Program is accredited by CoAEMSP and provides certified EMTs and AEMTs with advanced training in pre-hospital emergency medical care.
Martin Community College offers an industry-recognized selection of fire and rescue training courses through its Division of Continuing Education, including North Carolina Office of the State Fire Marshal certification and non-certification courses. The MCC Fire Academy is an evenings and weekend program that typically meets three nights a week and two Saturdays per month, preparing students for N.C. Fire Fighter Certification.
Mayland Community College is an Approved Educational Institution of the NC Office of Emergency Services offering EMS programs including Advanced EMT training. The college is located in the Appalachian Mountains of western North Carolina and serves Mitchell, Avery, and Yancey counties.
Mitchell Community College provides equitable access to affordable, high-quality learning experiences and services that lead to social and economic mobility for students. The college offers comprehensive EMS education programs including EMT and Paramedic training with state-of-the-art simulation labs, hospital clinical rotations, and field internships.
Montgomery Community College's EMS program is accredited by the North Carolina Office of EMS and runs a rotating schedule of initial and refresher courses for EMS professionals of all experience levels. The program offers multiple specialty courses taught by 911 e-Learning Solutions and instructors with experience in all aspects of the EMS field.
Nash Community College's Emergency Medical Services program is a comprehensive approach to the delivery of emergency medical care to the critically ill and injured. The college offers American Heart Association (AHA) and EMS training in multiple categories including EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic certifications.
Piedmont Community College is a multi-campus two-year community college serving Person and Caswell counties in North Carolina. The college offers accredited EMS programs including EMT, EMR, and Paramedic certifications through its Emergency Medical Science program.
Pitt Community College provides initial EMS training for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT (AEMT), and Paramedic certifications through its Continuing Education program. The college is a North Carolina Office of EMS-certified program offering both initial certification courses and continuing education for EMS providers to maintain their certifications.
Randolph Community College is a public, two-year comprehensive community college established to serve the citizens of Randolph County. The Emergency Medical Services program offers emergency medical training from the Emergency Medical Responder level to the Paramedic level, with CAAHEP accreditation for paramedic programs.
Richmond Community College, established in 1964 as Richmond Technical Institute and renamed in 1987, offers educational opportunities and workforce development in Richmond and Scotland counties. The college provides EMT and paramedic training through its Emergency Medical Science program with simulation facilities including an ambulance simulator and Simulation Learning Center.
Robeson Community College provides an array of EMS classes to meet market demand for Emergency Medical Services. The program is nationally accredited by CAAHEP upon recommendation of CoAEMSP and offers both degree programs and continuing education courses.
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College improves lives and builds community through public higher education and workforce development. A fully accredited community college with multiple campuses located in Rowan and Cabarrus counties, offering 40 associate degrees, 42 diplomas and 107 certificates.
Sampson Community College is a member of the North Carolina Community College System located in Clinton, NC. The Emergency Medical Science program offers multiple EMS pathways from entry-level EMT training to advanced paramedic courses with flexible scheduling designed for working adults and career changers.
Sandhills Community College offers Fire & Rescue Training programs that prepare students for careers as firefighters through hands-on instruction from industry professionals. The program provides certifications in Firefighter I/II, Hazardous Materials Operations, Technical Rescuer, and EMT-Basic.
Southeastern Community College is a public, comprehensive community college in Whiteville, North Carolina that offers EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic training plus continuing education for emergency medical providers. The college serves Columbus County and surrounding communities with over a hundred degree, certification, and diploma programs.
Southwestern Community College's Public Safety Training Center (PSTC) is an approved North Carolina Office of EMS Advanced Education Institution offering courses for initial certification for all levels of EMS Professionals, including EMR, EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic certifications. The college also offers continuing education and refresher courses to maintain professional certifications and is an American Heart Association training center.
Stanly Community College is an accredited two-year public institution located just outside of Charlotte, NC, offering seated and online college degrees. The college provides Emergency Medical Science programs including EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic certifications through its Continuing Education Division.
Surry Community College is a two-year, comprehensive community college founded in 1964 that serves Surry and Yadkin counties in North Carolina. The college offers the Paramedic Initial program, an 11-month blended/hybrid course designed to develop knowledge and skills for advanced emergency medical care, approved by the NC Office of Emergency Medical Services.
Tri-County Community College's Emergency Medical Training Classes offer certification and re-certification programs through the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services (NCOEMS). The college serves Cherokee, Clay, and Graham counties in western North Carolina and provides comprehensive EMS education including EMR, EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic programs.
Wake Tech is North Carolina's largest community college, serving over 74,000 adults annually. The college provides non-degree Emergency Medical Science classes and refresher courses for EMS professionals and those wishing to become emergency medical technicians through intensive, scenario-based instruction and state-of-the-art simulation equipment.
Western Piedmont Community College offers area rescue personnel training opportunities throughout the year, including Emergency Medical Technician-Basic and Paramedic courses through its Emergency Services Training Center.
Wilson Community College provides opportunities for academic excellence, student success, workforce development, and community partnerships. The EMS program offers initial, continuing education, and re-credential training in the Emergency Medical Services field.
New Hanover County Fire Rescue (NHCFR) is a government-based fire department for New Hanover County, located on the southeastern coast of North Carolina. The department offers a comprehensive Firefighter Academy Program in partnership with Cape Fear Community College, preparing students for firefighting careers with vital certifications including EMT certification.
The Raleigh Fire Academy prepares recruits to respond to medical emergencies as certified EMTs and learn the skills needed to be a firefighter in the City of Raleigh. Recruits graduate with NC FF I and II, NC HazMat Level 1, and NC EMT certifications. The academy includes an extensive EMS program, rigorous physical fitness training, and live firefighting simulations.
A high school-based program at Chapel Hill High School that develops fully certified North Carolina Firefighters and Emergency Medical Technicians. The program prepares high school students for careers in public safety through block-format courses taught in partnership with local fire departments.
The Guilford County EMS Paramedic Academy has been in operation since 2000 and operates as a certificate paramedic education program within the guidelines of the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services. The Academy is a Level 2 EMS Educational Institution accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. Students are benefited employees of Guilford County EMS throughout the nine-month curriculum.
Johnston County Emergency Services is dedicated to ensuring the safety and preparedness of its community by providing emergency response and recovery services. The organization focuses on reducing the harmful effects of hazards through effective planning, coordination, and community outreach initiatives.
The Wake County EMS Apprenticeship Program is for EMTs beginning in the summer after their high school graduation. Participants work with Wake County EMS and complete their associate's degree in EMS at no cost, progressing from EMT certification through paramedic certification with field training.
911 e-Learning Solutions provides high-quality, interactive online EMS training and recertification courses written, designed, and developed by EMS experts. The company specializes in CAPCE-accredited online EMS training and offers both on-demand courses and community college partnerships for North Carolina EMS providers.
Landmark Learning is the leading resource in education and training for the outdoor community, advancing national standards through a network of professional educators, researchers, and certification specialists. Nestled in the Smoky Mountains alongside Cane Creek, Landmark Learning supports two campuses on 40+ acres of mountainside with optional lodging onsite.
Nantahala Outdoor Center is one of the nation's largest outdoor recreation companies offering whitewater rafting, paddling instruction, zip-lining, mountain biking, and wilderness medicine training through its SOLO Southeast division across four southeastern states.
NCOAE is an experiential-based outdoor and adventure education organization founded in 2009 that offers EMT training and wilderness medicine certifications. The organization provides both standard in-person and hybrid EMT courses combining virtual instruction with hands-on practical training at locations in North Carolina, Idaho, and Oregon.
NCOAE is an approved North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services education institution offering intensive EMT training programs combined with outdoor and adventure education. Founded in 2009, the organization provides experiential-based outdoor education and emergency medicine training for teens and adults.
NCOAE is a values-based outdoor adventure and education provider offering experiential education programs including EMT training. The organization designs and delivers handcrafted outdoor and adventure education experiences that promote personal growth, professional development, and stewardship.
RC Health Services is a private EMS training company offering online and hybrid EMT courses with hands-on skills training at 15+ locations nationwide. Founded in 2010, the organization is an American Heart Association-approved training center providing NREMT certification pathways for students across multiple states including Mississippi.
SOLO Southeast is the originator of wilderness medicine training and operates as the Southeastern home of SOLO at Nantahala Outdoor Center. The organization offers emergency medicine, wilderness medicine, and outdoor skills courses with hands-on, scenario-based learning.
ACERIP is both a Student Organization recognized by UNC-Chapel Hill and an accredited teaching institution for the State Office of EMS. Each semester, ACERIP provides EMT-Basic classes, EMT Continuing Education, and CPR Classes for UNC students, faculty, and staff.
UNC Charlotte's Fire and Rescue Management Professional Certificate program helps fire service professionals develop leadership and management skills. The cohort-based program is held over four months, typically in Spring and Fall, with 16 classroom sessions offered in three- to four-day clusters.