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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 Massachusetts, aspiring Paramedics can choose from 28 accredited training programs designed to prepare students for certification and career success in emergency medical services.
Certification Requirements: To become a certified Paramedic in Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts can work for ambulance services, fire departments, hospitals, urgent care facilities, and industrial settings.
The Paramedic program prepares students to deliver advanced emergency medical care using skills like defibrillation, medication administration, and advanced airway techniques. The curriculum includes clinical internships and prepares students for the National Certifying Exam to become competent paramedics.
Twelve-month course designed to prepare students to successfully pass the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic certifying exam. Includes didactic instruction, clinical rotations, and field internships with hospitals and ambulance services.
NEIPM's Paramedic course provides training for a critical role within the EMS team. The comprehensive program includes advanced coursework in patient care, airway management, and cardiac support. Participants will gain skills in lifesaving procedures and take part in clinical experiences to apply their knowledge in real-world settings, preparing them to serve as leaders in emergency situations.
Paramedic training program for individuals seeking to become paramedics, taught by an accredited institution with CAAHEP accreditation.
Nine-month accredited paramedic program with three cohorts per year, roughly 40 students per cohort. Includes clinical sites at BIDMC, Brigham & Women's Hospital, Lahey Clinic, South Shore Hospital, Cambridge Health Alliance, and Mount Auburn Hospital. Field time conducted at ambulance services, fire departments and Boston Medflight.
Comprehensive paramedic training program including rigorous didactic instruction, clinical in-hospital training, and field internships. Covers advanced emergency care, trauma management, and pharmacology.
Comprehensive paramedic program designed to bridge the gap between EMT and Paramedic levels. Covers National and Massachusetts Pre-hospital protocols, advanced medical procedures, electrocardiogram interpretation, pharmacology, and trauma care. Includes partnerships with local fire departments and healthcare providers.
An advanced 1168+ hour program requiring approximately 16-22 months to complete. Prepares students to provide advanced pre-hospital emergency care including IV administration, medication delivery, and advanced airway management. Available in on-campus and online hybrid formats with 12-day intensive bootcamp for distance students.
Prepares students to achieve the highest level of certification for a prehospital provider. Lasts approximately 16 months over four semesters including 12 months of didactics, skills lab sessions, and skills scenario evaluations, followed by clinical internship with hospital preceptor and field internship with experienced paramedic preceptor.
Rigorous program covering all aspects of advanced life support care, including advanced patient assessment, differential diagnosis, treatment plans and implementation. Requires current Basic EMT or Advanced EMT certification with at least 75 ambulance patient care experiences. Includes 600 hours of clinical and field time.
A comprehensive paramedic certificate program designed to prepare competent paramedic ALS providers for both public and private medical sectors. The program offers two pathways: a fast-track certificate or a certificate combined with a full associate degree. Students learn advanced skills including patient assessment, intravenous therapy, medication therapy, and cardiology.
For certified EMTs, this program offers advanced training following the national Paramedic curriculum. Students receive comprehensive instruction in advanced life support along with certifications like PHTLS, PEPP, PALS, and ACLS. Clinical simulations provide realistic scenarios for hands-on experience, preparing graduates for state and national certification exams.
Beginning in the Fall 2025 Semester, MMA will partner with the Comprehensive Medical Teaching Institute (CMTI) to offer paramedic training on campus. CMTI is an approved and accredited EMS training program through CoAEMSP and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services.
CAPCE-approved continuing education courses for Paramedic recertification and refresher training
A 27-credit certificate program lasting approximately 16 months over four semesters. Includes 12 months of didactics, skills lab sessions, and skills scenario evaluations over the first three semesters, followed by clinical internship with hospital preceptor and field internship with an EMS unit. Prepares students for the highest level of certification for emergency prehospital medical providers.
A 9-month intensive paramedic program that qualifies graduates to apply for and certify as Nationally Registered Paramedics. Includes comprehensive didactics, hands-on skills labs, virtual classrooms, high-fidelity simulation, and clinical internships at affiliated hospitals.
The Paramedic Program at Wor-Wic Community College prepares students for a career in EMS by providing a comprehensive education with didactic, laboratory, clinical, and field experiences. Graduates are equipped with the skills to provide advanced medical care and take state certification exams. National and state protocol standards guide the curriculum, ensuring competencies in emergency pre-hospital care.
9-month intensive paramedic program that qualifies graduates to apply for and certify as Nationally Registered Paramedics. Includes comprehensive didactics, hands-on skills labs, virtual classrooms, and high-fidelity simulation.
Advanced emergency medical services program for students who have completed EMT Basic training. The program is housed in Massasoit's state-of-the-art Emergency Medical Services Educational Suite at the Middleborough Center.
The Paramedic Training Program is a twelve-month course preparing students for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Paramedic certifying exam. It includes a mix of didactic and clinical experiences, developing cognitive, psychomotor, and affective competencies needed for clinical environments. Students gain hands-on experience in emergency departments and field settings, building skills necessary for a career in pre-hospital medicine.
The Paramedic Program offers advanced training for existing EMTs to develop skills in leading emergency medical teams and executing high-stakes medical interventions. The curriculum includes advanced cardiac life support and decision-making for transporting patients to appropriate facilities. Upon completion, participants are equipped to act as team leaders and perform complex emergency medical procedures.
14-month program featuring cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning techniques integrating instruction, practical skill sessions, simulation, clinical practice, and field internship. Partnered with Endicott College offering 29 credits towards a bachelor's degree. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
For currently licensed EMTs looking to advance their career without committing to a four-year bachelor's degree. Program includes didactic courses in pharmacology, cardiology, trauma, and medical emergencies, followed by clinical and field placement rotations through Baystate Health system.
This 15-month certificate program at BHCC advances EMT-certified students to the Paramedic level by following the National Standard EMT-Paramedic Curriculum. The program is aligned with the Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services standards, preparing students for the National Registry of EMTs exams. Completing this coursework enables further academic pursuit towards an Associate in Paramedic Studies, integrating clinical proficiency with comprehensive emergency medical expertise.
Associate of Science in Paramedicine program that builds on the paramedic certificate program with two additional emergency management systems (EMS) courses: EMS Leadership and Concepts in Advanced Paramedicine. Enables students to apply knowledge of paramedicine in the scope of the overall healthcare system.
Comprehensive entry-level paramedic program for EMTs with at least one year of experience. Four-semester program includes hands-on training, clinical site experience, and traditional classroom education. Prepares students for National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic Certification Exam. Includes embedded certifications in Advanced Medical Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Neonatal Resuscitation Program, Geriatric EMS, and Tactical Emergency Casualty Care.
Teaches students how to provide immediate treatment to people and transport them quickly for care. Program meets Massachusetts Department of Public Health requirements and national guidelines for paramedic education. Includes exit points at AEMT and EMT levels.
The Paramedicine certificate prepares students for careers in Emergency Medical Services as Paramedics in the fire service, private agencies, hospitals, and other settings in private and public service areas upon completion of coursework and national certification exams for Paramedics. The curriculum combines didactic, laboratory, clinical, and prehospital field rotations to provide students with the required skills to prepare for certification and practice.
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About Paramedic training in Massachusetts.
The average cost for Paramedic training in Massachusetts is approximately $10,436. Program tuition ranges from $6.95 to $15,995 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 Massachusetts 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.