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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 Pennsylvania, aspiring Paramedics can choose from 37 accredited training programs designed to prepare students for certification and career success in emergency medical services.
Certification Requirements: To become a certified Paramedic in Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania can work for ambulance services, fire departments, hospitals, urgent care facilities, and industrial settings.
Prepares paramedics competent in cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains to enter the profession. Provides graduates the opportunity to perform lifesaving skills in an ever-changing environment encountered by advanced level pre-hospital paramedics.
The online AS in Paramedicine is designed for certified paramedics looking to advance their careers, as well as students currently completing a paramedic certificate who want to continue their education and earn a college degree. Students can receive up to 30 transfer credits for prior paramedic training. The remaining 30 credits are completed online through a combination of general education courses (21 credits) and emergency medical services (EMS) coursework (9 credits).
Program designed to prepare paramedics and nurses to function as members of a critical care transport team. Bridges the gap between pre-hospital and in-hospital care.
Program designed to prepare paramedics and nurses to function as members of a critical care transport team. Bridges gap between pre-hospital and in-hospital care. Two-week intensive course, 8am-6pm daily.
Provides paramedic level training utilizing current and modern equipment based on national standard curriculum guidelines. Prepares students to pass both national practical and written certification exams and perform advanced life support skills in prehospital care environments.
The two-year emergency services administration program prepares students for a variety of roles in emergency management and planning. The degree is ideal for those looking to advance or specialize in public safety coordination, offering comprehensive skills to manage crises and emergency responses.
This program is designed to bridge the skills and knowledge gap between the EMT-CC and Paramedic levels. It includes comprehensive training in advanced life support, patient assessment, and emergency response scenarios to prepare participants for paramedic certification. The course also provides opportunities for hands-on practice to build proficiency in advanced emergency contexts.
Diploma program designed to prepare paramedics for entry-level positions in urban, suburban, and rural Emergency Medical Services. Offered in part-time format with 520 hours didactic/lab and 544 hours clinical education.
A 12-month hybrid program that combines online coursework with in-person lab, clinical, and field experiences. Students learn to provide advanced pre-hospital care, functioning under medical oversight to treat patients in emergency situations.
Comprehensive 1,036-hour training program for individuals 18 or older with current Pennsylvania EMT certification. Consists of 20-28 hours per week for approximately one year. Includes didactic and laboratory sessions, followed by in-hospital clinical and field internship. Leads to National Registry Paramedic certification.
A year-long Co-AEMSP-accredited program that includes didactic classroom lectures, workshops, hands-on practical labs using human patient simulators, clinical rotations, and field internships. Provides ACLS, PALS, PHTLS certifications and 12-lead EKG interpretation training.
Regional Paramedic certification program coordinated through EMMCO West region. Scholarship reimbursement available for tuition and fees.
1000-hour certificate course providing classroom, laboratory, clinical, and field experiences. Mutual Aid-Excela Health partnership program. Curriculum meets National and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania requirements. Graduates are permitted to sit for the National Registry-Paramedic cognitive and psychomotor exams and are eligible to receive 39 credits to the University of Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Program.
The Paramedic program at HACC offers students the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in emergency medical services. Through hands-on training and classroom instruction, students learn advanced medical techniques and patient care. The program is CAAHEP-accredited, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for professional success and certification.
A 1,035-hour program conducted over 12 months that provides advanced emergency medical care training. Includes classroom, interactive training, clinical experience, and field internship. Graduates are eligible for the National Registry Paramedic Exam.
708-hour program consisting of four courses in Advanced Life Support covering patient assessment, pharmacology, pathophysiology of various body systems, OB/GYN, pediatrics, toxicology, and field communications. Includes lecture, discussion, case studies, hands-on labs, hospital rotations, and field externships. Requires current AEMT certification.
CAAHEP-accredited one-year certificate program providing comprehensive cognitive and practical advanced life support skills necessary for entry-level paramedic certification. Includes didactic instruction, hospital clinical training, and 144-hour capstone field externship. Requires Pennsylvania EMT certification.
Varies from 14 months to 2 years depending on whether student chooses certification or degree program. Includes classroom lecture, practical labs, in-hospital clinical experience, and field internship. Requires valid EMT and CPR certification to enroll.
Follow-up Paramedic course for those who have completed the Emergency Medical Technician course and have been working as an EMT.
An intensive and fast-paced certification program designed to prepare EMTs for advancement into the Paramedic role. The program is designed to develop competent and confident Paramedics who can serve as vital links between the scene and the emergency health care system.
Diploma program designed to prepare paramedics for entry-level positions. Offered in part-time format with clinical and field rotations on non-class days. 520 hours didactic/lab and 544 hours clinical education.
Paramedic courses teach lifesaving skills such as CPR, bleeding control, advanced airway management, IV's, needle decompression, 12 lead EKG's, medication delivery, treatment for medical and trauma emergencies, and ambulance operations. These courses are usually 700-1000 hours in duration with field and clinical components.
A 1,150-hour program designed for future EMS personnel and others who may respond to emergencies. Includes online components, lab and classroom, skill, and field sessions. Participants who successfully complete this program are eligible to take National Registry of Paramedics certification exams for Pennsylvania and national certification as a paramedic.
A hybrid course with online coursework and in-person lab sessions held on Wednesdays. The program runs 11 months and includes online assignments, didactic and classroom skill competencies, and clinical and field internship hours. Requires current Pennsylvania EMT or AEMT certification.
The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Health Professions - Paramedic is a structured educational approach to preparing healthcare professionals that function in emergency medical services. Students must possess current Pennsylvania Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician. The program includes 31 credit hours at Penn Highlands and 30 total credit hours of Conemaugh specialized classroom and clinical experience. Students complete 400 hours of classroom instruction, including 100 hours of skill laboratory time, and 500 clinical hours as part of the Conemaugh curriculum.
The Associate Degree Program is intended to offer graduates the opportunity to advance in the field of Paramedicine by adding roles in management or education. If completed simultaneously with the certificate program, students will be prepared to deliver care in the prehospital setting at an advanced level. Candidates are eligible to take the exam for Pennsylvania State EMS Paramedic certification.
This program prepares students to deliver care in the prehospital setting at an advanced level. On completion a candidate sits for Pennsylvania State EMS Paramedic certification. Must be 18 years old and hold a current Pennsylvania State EMT or EMT-A Certification.
A 12-month program consisting of approximately 1,200 hours of classroom paramedic classes and clinical/field experience. Designed for students who are currently certified as EMTs and have graduated high school (or have a GED). Classes meet Mondays/Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., as well as one Saturday in semesters I and II. Students complete rotations in various healthcare settings and on advanced life support (ALS) vehicles.
A 12-month noncredit certificate program that provides diverse skill set instruction including classroom theory, hands-on learning labs, field and clinical instruction. Students progress through 1,860 hours of instruction to prepare for the National Registry of EMTs' paramedic examination.
Program builds upon knowledge and skills acquired through completion of an EMT/Basic Certification Program. Includes 375 classroom hours and 360 hours of laboratory instruction.
The Paramedic Education Program offers the highest level of prehospital care training in advanced life support and includes academic, clinical, and field experiences. The program runs for approximately 11 months with classes held Mondays through Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Graduates are qualified to take the National Registry Exam for paramedics.
HACC's Paramedic Program provides comprehensive training challenges including 24-hour shift simulations to prepare students for the workforce. The program emphasizes medical and trauma content, culminating in a capstone phase designed to simulate real-world scenarios. Students develop robust skills necessary to excel in emergency medical services and thrive in their future careers.
This comprehensive program aims to equip students with advanced skills necessary for the role of a Paramedic. The curriculum covers a variety of medical scenarios, patient management, and emergency response techniques. Successful completion offers eligibility for state Paramedic certification.
Hybrid program designed to develop highly skilled clinicians capable of delivering advanced life support at the highest level of prehospital care, emphasizing advanced assessment, critical decision-making, cardiac care, pharmacology, airway management, and invasive procedures.
This hybrid Paramedic course prepares students for advanced roles in emergency medical services with a blend of online coursework and in-person labs. It trains students in assessment, management, and treatment of emergencies under a doctor's direction. Focused on developing abilities to handle and support patients in pre-hospital settings, the program also includes clinical, didactic sessions, and field internships for real-time skill application.
Program for currently licensed Pennsylvania registered nurses enhancing professional and clinical experience. Requires solid foundation in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and cardiology. Upon completion, students are eligible for Pennsylvania Department of Health certification exam.
An intensive ten-week certification program designed to prepare the experienced registered nurse for employment in the prehospital emergency medical environment. The course includes in-person classroom learning, online reinforcement of knowledge, and clinical field experiences.
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About Paramedic training in Pennsylvania.
The average cost for Paramedic training in Pennsylvania is approximately $4,483. Program tuition ranges from $1,100 to $7,950 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 Pennsylvania 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.