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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 Oregon, aspiring Paramedics can choose from 21 accredited training programs designed to prepare students for certification and career success in emergency medical services.
Certification Requirements: To become a certified Paramedic in Oregon, 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 Oregon 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 Oregon can work for ambulance services, fire departments, hospitals, urgent care facilities, and industrial settings.
A fully online four-year degree program designed for paramedics and EMTs seeking advanced knowledge in EMS management and administration. Covers EMS risk management, communications, regulations, quality, transport, and multiculturalism. Students can apply EMT or Paramedic certifications for academic credit.
A guide outlining the common steps for those seeking a firefighting career, including requirements for EMT certification, paramedic training, and firefighter certifications.
ORH covers training and certification fees for up to four students per year enrolled in an online accelerated community paramedic program. Award cap is $3,000 per student. Students must be affiliated with an EMS agency.
Associate of Applied Science degree program for students with an Oregon EMT license who want to take the NREMT Paramedic exam. The last step in formal education for entry-level paramedics. Program is accredited by CAAHEP upon recommendation of CoAEMSP.
Two-year Associate of Applied Science degree combining EMT and Fire Science training. Students complete rigorous EMT training in year one, then advance to paramedic-level techniques in year two. Prepares graduates for National Registry paramedic exam and fire science careers.
Career position requiring an active Oregon Paramedic license. Candidates must pass the FireTEAM exam, Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT), and complete a recruit academy. Firefighter Paramedics respond to emergency calls providing advanced life support services.
Students who continue into the paramedic program build on existing skills at the advanced life support level and become eligible to test for paramedic licensure upon completion.
Comprehensive paramedic training program requiring an associate degree or higher. Builds on EMT skills with advanced airway management, intravenous therapy, ECG interpretation, emergency medication administration, and deeper understanding of disease and injury processes. Competitive entry process requiring Oregon EMT licensure.
Two-year Associate of Applied Science degree preparing students to become fully licensed paramedics in Oregon. Includes rigorous EMT training in year one, followed by advanced EMS techniques, patient care, crisis management, and emergency response strategies in year two. Qualifies graduates to sit for National Registry paramedic exam.
Two-year program with first year foundational prerequisites and second year professional phase. Collaborative program between Oregon Tech and OHSU featuring rigorous, evidence-based coursework, extensive clinical experiences at OHSU and partner hospitals, and paramedic externship with field preceptors. Includes ACLS, PALS, and PHTLS certifications. CAAHEP accredited.
108 credit Associate of Applied Science degree that expands on the knowledge and skills learned in the EMT certificate. Delivered in partnership with Chemeketa Community College on-site at CGCC, allowing students to stay local while earning a respected credential and preparing for licensure.
An associate degree program that prepares competent entry-level paramedics with or without exit points at the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician and/or Emergency Medical Technician levels. Maximum program length is 68 weeks. Includes additional coursework in English, Anthropology/Sociology/Psychology, and Mathematics beyond the paramedic certificate requirements.
Limited enrollment certificate program for students with an associate's or bachelor's degree, current Oregon EMT License, and actively working in EMS or Fire career field. Pathway to Paramedic License with credit for prior education and experience.
A paramedic certificate track designed for individuals who already have an advanced level degree or who do not desire to obtain an AAS degree. The program prepares competent entry-level paramedics in cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains. Maximum program length is 59 weeks.
Limited enrollment program for selected students with an associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university, current Oregon EMT License, and actively working in EMS or Fire career field. Prepares competent entry-level paramedics in cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains.
Third-year option for scholarship recipients to obtain a paramedic degree through Central Oregon Community College.
Education scholarships for rural and remote EMS agencies and individuals pursuing paramedic certification in Oregon. Award cap is $6,000.
Designed for students seeking a career in emergency medical services and/or the fire service industry. The program meets or exceeds the required technical skills and knowledge necessary for national and state licensure. It is challenging and will require participants to spend between 600 and 800 hours in clinical and field settings.
Comprehensive two-year program that prepares students to take the Paramedic National Registry Cognitive and Psychomotor exams. Upon completion, students receive an Associate of Applied Science degree and are eligible for both National and Oregon EMT-Paramedic licenses. Includes Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and Neonatal Resuscitation Program certifications.
Three-year dual-degree pathway combining Fire Science and AAS in Emergency Services. Provides flexible, streamlined route for students seeking both paramedic and fire science credentials.
Associate of Applied Science degree in Emergency Medical Technology. Limited enrollment starting in Fall term each year. Delivered through traditional face-to-face, hybrid, virtual, intense lab practice, scenario training, clinical rotations (hospital and prehospital), and internship.
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About Paramedic training in Oregon.
The average cost for Paramedic training in Oregon is approximately $59,148. Program tuition ranges from $59,148 to $59,148 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 Oregon 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.