Paramedic training in Michigan.

Associate degree program that allows students to complete their education at the associate-degree level by adding general education courses to their Basic EMT and Paramedic certificate programs. Totals 67 to 69 credit hours. Students can use their EMS degree to continue their education in a bachelor's degree program.

A degree program designed to provide students with the necessary life-saving knowledge and skills required for entry-level employment as a paramedic. Students build upon an EMT background to develop proficiency in critical and emergent patient care. Anticipated start: Fall 2026.

A certificate program designed to provide students with the necessary life-saving knowledge and skills required for entry-level employment as a paramedic. Students build upon an EMT background to develop proficiency in critical and emergent patient care. Anticipated start: Fall 2026.

State-approved hybrid program intended for licensed paramedics interested in serving their communities in an expanded role as a Community Paramedic. Combines online and in-person training to accommodate schedules. Consists of four courses including Community Paramedic Practicum.

Specialized paramedic program using EMS providers in specialized roles to perform basic, nonemergent clinical tasks in people's homes to reduce hospital admissions and readmissions. Requires EMT certification upon admission.

A specialized paramedic course for those trained to handle emergencies and manage long-term health issues, mental health support, and community resource connections.

State-approved program for licensed paramedics seeking additional certification. Combines online and in-person instruction with 160 clinical hours at selected sites. Students receive a Certificate of Completion in Community Paramedicine.

Certificate of Achievement program for paramedics seeking advanced training in critical care transport.

Offers an exciting and challenging health care career for individuals interested in providing emergency care in the pre-hospital emergency department setting.

A two-year Associate of Applied Science degree program combining classroom instruction and hands-on courses utilizing state-of-the-art simulation laboratories, as well as extended time in area hospitals doing clinical rotations and field externships with ambulance services. Prepares students for National Registry Examination.

Associate degree program in Emergency Medical Technology with paramedic focus, providing comprehensive training in emergency medical services.

One-year certificate program (31.5 credits) preparing entry-level paramedics. Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

An Associate of Applied Science degree in emergency medical technology prepares students for work as EMTs and paramedics, responding to emergency calls, performing medical services, and transporting patients to medical facilities. The curriculum stresses integration of knowledge and skills required to perform pre-hospital basic, limited, and advanced life support competently.

Two-year associate degree program in paramedic training. Prepares graduates for National Registry Exam and EMS management roles. Five-semester, cohort-style program with one cohort starting each Winter semester.

One-year certificate program in paramedic training. Five-semester, cohort-style program accepting 16 students per cohort, with one cohort starting each Winter semester. Includes four semesters of paramedic coursework and a Paramedic Field Internship.

A certificate in EMT: Paramedic from WCCCD requires 53 credits to complete. Prepares students for paramedic-level emergency medical services with advanced life support training.

Offers a career pathway for individuals seeking an entry-level position with a full-time municipal fire service. Course work provides a combination of academic education with necessary hands-on skills. Degree recipients earn an Associate in Applied Science, an EMT-Basic license, paramedic certification, Firefighter I & II certification, and valuable field/clinical experience.

Program for licensed EMTs providing instruction in didactic, psychomotor, and affective domains resulting in a competent Paramedic. Accredited by CAAHEP. Students earn a Certificate of Achievement in Paramedic and have the option of completing an EMS Associate Degree.

Professional EMS certification and licensure level education for Paramedics

An advanced paramedic program accredited by CAAHEP and CoAEMSP that prepares students to take the National Registry Paramedic exam. Free for Medstar EMTs as an employment benefit; students average over 1,100 hours including classroom instruction, ambulance/ER time, and capstone externships.

Advanced EMS training program building on EMT knowledge with emphasis on pathophysiology. Requires 500 hours of clinical experience (ambulance/emergency room) and prepares students for NREMT-P certification.

Advanced training program for EMTs seeking paramedic certification. Includes lecture, lab, clinical, and internship components. Offered once per year beginning in fall with 15-week semesters meeting once weekly in fall and twice weekly in winter, followed by 15 weeks of internship.

Advanced paramedic certification program preparing students to respond to, assess, and triage emergent medical situations with advanced knowledge and skills. The program duration is four terms of approximately fourteen weeks each, running consecutively over eighteen months.

A competency-based course designed for licensed EMTs interested in becoming paramedics. Emphasis is placed on improving current methods and knowledge of pre-hospital care, with advanced knowledge in respiratory, cardiovascular, and drug therapy.

Advanced life support provider training accredited by CAAHEP upon recommendation of CoAEMSP. Requires current Michigan EMT Basic or EMT Intermediate license.

14-month tuition-based paramedic training program with virtual lectures, independent online coursework, and in-person weekly labs. First day of class is mandatory in-person in Ann Arbor. Students must have valid Michigan EMT license and completed Anatomy & Physiology for Paramedics course.

Advanced EMS training program for paramedic certification. LSTI offers free paramedic training and programs as part of its education offerings.

Advanced paramedic training program offering hands-on clinical experience and advanced emergency medical skills certification. Fully funded by Patriot Ambulance through American Training Institute (ATI).

Paramedics are highly trained members of the health-care community often responsible for bringing life-saving diagnostic and treatment skills to the patient at the scene of an emergency. Paramedics receive intense training in EKG interpretation, emergency pharmacology, and advanced life-support procedures.

Paramedics are highly trained members of the health-care community often responsible for bringing life-saving diagnostic and treatment skills to the patient at the scene of an emergency. Paramedics receive intense training in EKG interpretation, emergency pharmacology, and advanced life-support procedures.

Comprehensive program based on U.S. Department of Transportation's EMT-Paramedic National Education Standards. Prepares students for advanced emergency health care with complex invasive therapies and pharmacology. First-time pass rates on National Registry exams exceed national and state averages.

An accelerated paramedic program with a blended schedule featuring a significant portion done online, with flexibility to work around current schedule. Tuesdays are required in-person classroom days from 9am-5pm. Students complete clinical rotations in various hospital departments and ambulances, followed by field internship on an ALS Ambulance. Tuition includes PHTLS, ACLS, EPC, and BLS (renewal) certifications.

A 1000+ hour course that prepares students to challenge the National Registry written and practical exams for licensure. This traditional style course meets in-person Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00am-5:00pm, with students out of classroom for approximately 12 weeks near the end for Capstone Field Internship. The curriculum includes survey of normal human structure and function, pathophysiology of emergent conditions, physical assessment, pharmacology, electrophysiology, advanced airway procedures, intravenous therapy, EKG interpretation, and safe administration of emergency medications.

Paramedic Certificate builds on the Basic EMT license to substantially advance the care that can be provided by an EMS professional. Totals 44 credit hours (three semesters). Provides in-depth education in cardiology, pharmacology, pediatrics, obstetrics, advanced practice, leadership and more.

Program designed for individuals who desire employment on paramedic ambulances, fire department ALS units, or hospital emergency rooms requiring paramedic skills. Students who successfully complete the program are eligible to take the National Registry Paramedic certification exam and apply for a Michigan Paramedic License.

Designed to create independent healthcare leaders able to provide care to many different types of patient presentations. Through classroom instruction, clinical rotations, and field internships, students learn to rapidly identify emergent patient presentations and deliver rapid and effective medical care.

A six 10-week terms program consisting of classroom and online components. Hospital clinical rotations are performed within various Henry Ford hospitals around Michigan. The capstone field internship is with various EMS agencies in Genesee and the surrounding counties. Successful completion prepares students for the NREMT Exam and State of Michigan licensure.

Designed to prepare Emergency Medical Technicians to provide advanced life support to sick and injured patients. Paramedic is the advanced licensure required in Michigan to work on an ambulance providing advanced medical interventions.

Two-year degree program allowing students to obtain paramedic certification. Students can be certified as EMT-Basic after the first year and as a Paramedic at the end of the second year. Graduates are eligible to challenge state and/or national licensure examination for both EMT-Basic and paramedic license.

Nearly 15-month CAAHEP accredited paramedic program including 647 hours of classroom instruction with online supplementation and 672 hours of clinical experience. Graduates can apply 43 credits toward an Associates of Applied Science in Paramedic Science at Northwestern Michigan College.

10-month intensive paramedic certification course in partnership with Wayne County Community College District. Requires 500 hours of classroom learning and 600 hours of clinical experience. Program is paid for current EMT-certified firefighters.

Designed for licensed EMTs advancing to paramedic level, this course deepens knowledge in pre-hospital emergency care and incorporates both didactic and clinical experiences. Focused on enhancing skills in respiratory and cardiovascular treatment, it prepares students to respond effectively in emergency situations by following current MDHHS standards.

One-year certificate program designed for candidates who meet Paramedic Program prerequisites but do not plan to obtain a degree. Often completed by EMS personnel currently working as an EMT or AEMT. Provides advanced life support skills to assess and treat the sick and injured.

Nationally accepted University of Maryland-Baltimore County Critical Care Emergency Transport Program designed to prepare paramedics and nurses to function as members of a critical care transport team. Totals 11.25 credit hours. Includes EMT 292: UMBC Critical Care Emergency Medical Transport and EMT 295: UMBC Pediatric/Neonatal Critical Care Transport Course.