Program Curriculum
2
Semester 2
12 Credits
SDV 100
College Success Skills
1 Credit
EMS 123
EMS Clinical Preparation
1 Credit
EMS 170
ALS Internship
1 Credit
EMS 180
Advanced EMS Foundation
1 Credit
EMS 181
Advanced Airway & Shock Management
1 Credit
EMS 182
Advanced Airway & Shock Management Lab
1 Credit
EMS 183
Advanced Medical Care
2 Credits
EMS 184
Advanced Medical Care Lab
1 Credit
EMS 185
Advanced Trauma Care
2 Credits
EMS 186
Advanced Trauma Care Lab
1 Credit
Skills You'll Master
IV Therapy
Peripheral IV access, fluid administration, and basic IV medication delivery.
Advanced Airway
Supraglottic airways, CPAP, nebulized medications, and advanced ventilation techniques.
Cardiac Monitoring
Basic ECG interpretation, cardiac monitoring, and recognition of life-threatening dysrhythmias.
Pharmacology
Expanded medication formulary including glucose, albuterol, epinephrine, and naloxone.
Shock Management
Advanced assessment and treatment of shock states with IV fluid resuscitation.
Trauma Care
Advanced trauma assessment, hemorrhage control, and critical patient transport.
Career Outlook
Average Salary
Virginia Average
$42,077/yr
Hourly Rate
Virginia Average
$20.23/hr
Salary Increase
Over EMT Basic
+$4,357
Career Path
Next Step
Paramedic
Hampton Roads Employers
Norfolk Fire-Rescue
Virginia Beach EMS
Hampton Fire & Rescue
Chesapeake Fire Dept
Newport News Fire
Naval Station Norfolk
Sentara Healthcare
Riverside Health
AMR Ambulance
Program Requirements
- Current EMT certification (National or Virginia State)
- Completion of BIO 145: Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- Background check clearance
- Current immunizations (including TB test)
- Physical examination
Program Costs
| Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| AEMT Tuition (11 credits) | $1,891.45 | $4,279.55 |
Additional Required Costs
| Uniform Polo Shirt | $31.00 + Tax | |
| Viewpoint Portal (health records) | $65.00 | |
| Sterling Credentials Software | $154.44 | |
| Physical Exam & Immunizations | Varies | |
| VA OEMS Background Check | Free | |