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A Paramedic is a highly trained medical professional who provides advanced emergency care, including administering medications, performing life-saving procedures, and managing critical patients, playing a vital role in pre-hospital and emergency medical services. In Kentucky, aspiring Paramedics can choose from 25 accredited training programs designed to prepare students for certification and career success in emergency medical services.
Certification Requirements: To become a certified Paramedic in Kentucky, you must complete an accredited training program and pass the NREMT cognitive and psychomotor exams. National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians certification is recognized nationwide.
Program Options: Paramedic programs in Kentucky are offered by community colleges, technical schools, fire departments, and private training organizations. Programs vary in schedule, format, and duration, with classroom instruction, hands-on skills labs, and clinical rotations.
Career Opportunities: Upon certification, Paramedics in Kentucky can work for ambulance services, fire departments, hospitals, urgent care facilities, and industrial settings.
EKU's associate of science in paramedicine program includes coursework necessary to become a licensed paramedic. A minimum of 64 credits are required to graduate. Students who successfully complete the 300-level series of courses will be eligible to take the National Registry Paramedic exam.
The EKU Emergency Medical Care Program is the longest-accredited in Kentucky and the second longest-accredited program in the United States, providing outstanding education in prehospital emergency care since 1978. Students who successfully complete the 300-level series of courses will be eligible to take the National Registry Paramedic exam.
Advanced training course for paramedics seeking Critical Care Paramedic certification.
Advanced paramedic program designed for critical care transport paramedics in ground, air, or fixed wing environments. Focuses on advanced knowledge of chemistry, pharmacodynamics, anatomy and physiology.
Associate degree program for certified EMTs to become Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedics. Selective admission process requiring Kentucky certified or National Registry EMT. Full-time students can complete the program in 3-4 semesters.
An Associate of Applied Science degree program for certified EMTs offering advanced preparation for the National Registry Exam. Limited admission program meeting U.S. Department of Transportation and Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services standards.
A limited admission program for certified EMTs offering advanced preparation for the National Registry Exam. The program meets standards set by the U.S. Department of Transportation National Standard Training and Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services (KBEMS). CAAHEP accredited with CoAEMSP Letter of Review.
Associate in Applied Science degree in Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic. Full-time students can complete in four semesters after admission. Already licensed paramedics can complete the degree in as little as two semesters.
Paramedic certificate program (45 credit hours including prerequisites) with realistic pre-hospital training. Includes 180 hours clinical setting and 360 hours ambulance riding. Fully accredited by Committee on Accreditation (CoAEMSP) and approved by Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services.
A 17-month associate degree program in Emergency Medical Services-Paramedic. Students must be certified EMTs to enter. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Classes are held on both Somerset and London campuses, with the program beginning in August on the London campus and January on the Somerset campus.
Associate in Applied Science degree in Fire/Rescue Science approved in 1997. Degree program classes are presented in various formats including web courses, hybrid courses, and traditional classroom offerings.
Focused on medical best practices and leadership building, EKU's curriculum blends academic and professional preparation through topics such as occupational safety and health principles, organizational behavior in the fire service, legal aspects of fire protection, EMS operations, advanced cardiology, and management of behavioral emergencies. A minimum of 64 credits are required to graduate.
EKU's 100% online degree programs are designed for currently certified paramedics interested in earning a degree focused in emergency services administration. The nationally respected program provides the skills and knowledge needed to pursue advancement opportunities and the flexibility required to work full time while earning your degree.
Advanced provider certification requiring 1,200 to 1,800 hours of training. Paramedics are highly educated in anatomy and physiology, cardiology, medications and medical procedures including administering medications, starting intravenous lines, and providing advanced airway management.
An intensive certificate program providing advanced training in emergency medical care, leadership, and critical decision-making. Covers advanced patient assessment, trauma care, emergency pharmacology, and pre-hospital care techniques with hands-on clinical experience.
Initial training course for Paramedic certification. The Hopkinsville-Christian County EMS Paramedic program has been issued a Letter of Review by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP), which is recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) for eligibility to take the NREMT's Paramedic credentialing examination(s).
Provides hybrid paramedic classes with sessions conducted one day a week, combining academic and laboratory courses with high-technology clinical instruction to prepare competent entry-level Paramedics. Program has been issued a Letter of Review by CoAEMSP.
Training program for Paramedics providing the most extensive pre-hospital care. Paramedics may administer drugs, interpret EKGs, perform endotracheal intubations, and use complex equipment.
A selective-admission associate degree program for certified EMTs. The Paramedic program combines academic and laboratory courses with high technology clinical instruction. In-person courses are held at Georgetown Campus twice a week. Hybrid courses available at Danville, Lawrenceburg, Leestown, and Winchester campuses.
Comprehensive paramedic training program in partnership with Asbury University. Includes classroom instruction/skills labs, clinical rotation/field time, and capstone internship. Students can earn 24 college credit hours through Asbury University.
Fully accredited paramedic certification program tailored to working EMTs' schedules. Classes held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the City of Frankfort Training Center. Certificate program with up to 38 college credit hours available through Gateway Community and Technical College.
Kentucky's first accredited fire-based paramedic program that prepares paramedics competent in cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains to enter the profession.
The EMS-Paramedic Certificate Program prepares students to function in the emergency medical profession as a paramedic to deliver emergency care in a variety of environments. The program is 12 months long and leads to an associate in applied science degree.
Full-time associate degree program combining academic and laboratory courses with high-tech clinical instruction that prepares students to assume the responsibilities of a Paramedic Technologist. Students complete 63-67 credit hours to earn an Associate in Applied Science degree.
Certificate program in Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic requiring 47-49 credit hours for students pursuing paramedic certification.
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About Paramedic training in Kentucky.
The average cost for Paramedic training in Kentucky is approximately $7,650. Program tuition ranges from $7,650 to $7,650 depending on the training organization and program format. Some programs may offer financial aid, payment plans, or scholarship opportunities.
All Paramedic programs listed on FirstRespondersHub meet accreditation standards set by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT). NREMT accreditation ensures programs meet national standards for curriculum, instruction, and student outcomes, making graduates eligible for certification exams and employment as Paramedics.
Paramedic training in Kentucky combines classroom instruction with hands-on practical experience. Programs cover a paramedic is a highly trained medical professional who provides advanced emergency care, including administering medications, performing life-saving procedures, and managing critical patients, playing a vital role in pre-hospital and emergency medical services. You'll learn through lectures, skills labs, and clinical rotations before taking the NREMT certification exam. Most programs also include CPR certification and prepare you for immediate entry into the workforce upon graduation.