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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 Maryland, aspiring Paramedics can choose from 33 accredited training programs designed to prepare students for certification and career success in emergency medical services.
Certification Requirements: To become a certified Paramedic in Maryland, 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 Maryland 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 Maryland can work for ambulance services, fire departments, hospitals, urgent care facilities, and industrial settings.
Nationally recognized course providing medical oversight and curriculum review for veteran prehospital providers on topics such as airway management, capnography, and invasive hemodynamic monitoring. Includes didactic sessions, skills labs, and cadaver-based labs.
<cite index="1-1">The Emergency Medical Services Associate of Applied Science degree program prepares graduates to provide emergency pre-hospital medical care to those who have sustained potentially life-threatening illnesses and injuries.</cite>
<cite index="1-13">The Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic certificate program prepares graduates to provide emergency pre-hospital medical care to those who have sustained potentially life-threatening illnesses and injuries.</cite>
Prepares you to work in a variety of positions in emergency medical services or to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor's degree. Provides comprehensive didactic, laboratory, clinical and field education.
Prepares graduates to work as paramedics. Program provides comprehensive didactic, laboratory, clinical and field education that prepares graduates with technical expertise for employment in emergency medical services.
The Emergency Medical Services Associate of Applied Science degree program prepares graduates to provide emergency pre-hospital medical care to those who have sustained potentially life-threatening illnesses and injuries. The coursework includes classroom, laboratory, and clinical training in various settings such as hospitals and ambulance services. This program adheres to the National Education Standards developed by the Department of Transportation to ensure high-quality training and education for future emergency responders.
For certified EMTs interested in becoming a paramedic, HCC's Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic program offers an associate career degree option, with graduates eligible to take state and national examinations in Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic.
HCC's EMT/Paramedic program offers options for basic and advanced emergency medical care training with focus on control of the emergency scene, patient assessment, and management of patients in the field or in an ambulance.
This 16-month program prepares paramedics competent in cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains. It includes 1,500 hours of classroom, lab, clinical and field experience. Students must first complete EMST 105 (EMT) before applying to this selective admission program.
This certificate program prepares paramedics competent in cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains. It includes specialized courses based on current Emergency Medical Services Education Standards required for paramedic licensure. Students must first complete EMST 105 (EMT) before applying.
Broad-based and in-depth immersion into the practice of out-of-hospital medicine for medical students. Divided into four asynchronous modules covering EMS introduction, emergency medical services training, quality assurance, and clinical rotations with various EMS providers.
The Associate of Applied Science degree in National Registry Paramedic prepares students for the National Registry Psychomotor and Cognitive Exams. The program includes instruction, clinical rotations, and field experiences to prepare students for entry-level positions. It is designed for continuing education, allowing students to work remotely and complete clinicals locally, fitting their needs and maintaining flexibility.
This certificate program prepares students to pass the National Registry Psychomotor and Cognitive Exams. The program offers classroom instruction, hospital clinicals, and field experiences with local fire departments. It aims to equip students with advanced life support skills and critical thinking required for paramedic roles in diverse settings, aligning with the college's mission of education.
The paramedic program is a 15-month course offered in partnership with the Community College of Baltimore County, including field rotations with the Baltimore County Fire Department. It covers advanced medical skills and prepares students for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians certification exam. Scholarships may be available to cover part of the tuition for eligible students.
A comprehensive paramedic education program designed to prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains. The program includes 1,906 hours of training covering anatomy, pharmacology, trauma care, classroom learning, clinical rotations, and field internships.
Career EMT-I and EMT-P (Paramedic) initial and re-certification training
Advanced medical training program where members receive hundreds of hours of additional education in both classroom and clinical settings, including emergency department, trauma center, mental health facility, and labor and delivery department rotations.
15-month paramedic program in partnership with Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC). Includes classroom sessions, clinical rotations at top hospitals, and field rotations with Baltimore County Fire Department.
Associate of Applied Science degree program designed for those with current EMT certification. Provides hands-on training and the skills necessary to serve as a patient's first point of care in a healthcare setting, on interhospital transport or with local emergency medical services. Builds on basic EMT knowledge to improve patient care with advanced life support treatments.
Certificate program designed for those with current EMT certification looking to further their education and earn a certificate as a paramedic. Provides hands-on training and the skills necessary to serve as a patient's first point of care in a healthcare setting, on interhospital transport or with local emergency medical services.
Entry-level Paramedic program preparing competent paramedics without exit points. Classes held Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:00 AM-4:00 PM, January through November, with some coursework completed asynchronously online.
The Paramedic Certificate Program provides students with the skills, knowledge, and clinical experience required to provide safe and effective pre-hospital care. The program integrates classroom, laboratory, and applied clinical practice following the national standard curriculum of the Department of Transportation. The program collaborates with local fire departments and nationally recognized hospitals and emergency departments for medical, trauma, and specialty rotations.
One-year accelerated hybrid paramedic program with asynchronous online classes and in-person meetings on Wednesdays from 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Prepares students for National Registry Paramedic (NRP) and Maryland Paramedic certifications with minimum 473 clinical hours.
Two-year paramedic training program preparing students for National Registry Paramedic (NRP) and Maryland Paramedic certifications. Classes held two evenings per week (Tuesday/Thursday) from 6:30-10:30 pm with minimum 473 clinical hours.
A four-year Bachelor of Science degree with a Paramedic Concentration consisting of core requirements of the Emergency Health Services B.S. and a minimum of 89 credits in the concentration. Students must be EMT-certified and provide documentation of at least 100 patient contacts by fall of junior year. The curriculum integrates two years of foundational coursework in biology, chemistry, anatomy, and physiology with advanced paramedic training.
Associate degree program in Paramedic Emergency Services
Certificate program in Paramedic Emergency Services
Certificate program for EMT-Intermediate to Paramedic transition
Non-credit paramedic career training program through the College's Continuing Education & Workforce Development division. Prepares competent entry-level paramedics in cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains for National Registry Paramedic (NRP) and Maryland Paramedic certifications.
Paramedic training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon recommendation of CoAEMSP. The program is also accredited by the EMS Board for all levels of ALS training.
This program provides comprehensive training for individuals seeking to become professional paramedics. It covers foundational medical knowledge, advanced care techniques, and the integration into EMS systems. The curriculum includes classroom instruction, field simulations, and clinical rotations to prepare students for national certification and employment in emergency medical services.
Associate of Applied Science degree in Paramedic Studies (60 credit hours) with accelerated hybrid format. One-year or less with asynchronous online and in-person Wednesday classes from 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Qualifies for Health Occupation Shortage status and in-county tuition rates for Maryland residents.
Associate of Applied Science degree in Paramedic Studies (60 credit hours) with two-year training program. Classes held two evenings per week with minimum 473 clinical hours. Qualifies for Health Occupation Shortage status and in-county tuition rates for Maryland residents.
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About Paramedic training in Maryland.
The average cost for Paramedic training in Maryland is approximately $5,990. Program tuition ranges from $3,900 to $11,000 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 Maryland 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.