Prerequisites

Required Before Enrollment

  • Current AEMT certification (National Registry or Virginia)
  • CPR (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers
  • Completion of AEMT courses or equivalent
  • BIO 145 - Human Anatomy and Physiology (4 credits)
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid driver's license

Advanced Skills You'll Master

Advanced Cardiac Care

12-lead ECG interpretation, cardioversion, transcutaneous pacing, and cardiac pharmacology.

Advanced Airway Management

Endotracheal intubation, RSI, surgical airways, and mechanical ventilation.

Pharmacology

Comprehensive medication administration including cardiac drugs, sedatives, and analgesics.

Critical Care Transport

Manage critically ill patients including ventilator patients and complex medical conditions.

Pediatric & OB Care

Neonatal resuscitation, pediatric emergencies, and obstetrical complications.

Medical Leadership

Scene management, team leadership, and critical decision-making under pressure.

Complete Curriculum (5 Semesters)

1

Semester 1

13 Credits
HLT 105
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

1 Credit

EMS 111
Emergency Medical Technician

7 Credits

EMS 120
Emergency Medical Technician - Clinical

1 Credit

BIO 145
Human Anatomy and Physiology

4 Credits

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

3

Semester 3

16 Credits
EMS 221
Paramedic Emergency Care I

4 Credits

EMS 222
Paramedic Emergency Care I Lab

2 Credits

EMS 223
Paramedic Emergency Care II

3 Credits

EMS 224
Paramedic Emergency Care II Lab

1 Credit

EMS 241
Paramedic Clinical I

2 Credits

EMG 111
College Composition I

3 Credits

PSY 230
Developmental Psychology

3 Credits

4

Semester 4

12 Credits
EMS 225
Paramedic Emergency Care III

3 Credits

EMS 226
Paramedic Emergency Care III Lab

1 Credit

EMS 246
Paramedic Clinical II

2 Credits

Elective
General Educational Elective

3 Credits

5

Semester 5

12 Credits
EMS 163
EMS Leadership

1 Credit

EMS 164
EMS Operations

1 Credit

EMS 165
EMS Capstone

1 Credit

EMS 169
Paramedic Internship

4 Credits

EMS 210
Paramedic Pharmacology

2 Credits

EMS 212
Paramedic Cardiology

2 Credits

EMS 216
Paramedic Special Populations

1 Credit

EMS 249
Paramedic Clinical III

2 Credits

Elective
Humanities Elective

3 Credits

Career Outlook

Hampton Roads Salary

Average annual salary for Paramedics in Hampton Roads

$45,266/yr

Hourly Rate

Average hourly wage for Paramedics in Virginia Beach

$29.36/hr

Job Growth

Expected growth in Paramedic positions through 2032

+7%

High Demand

Hampton Roads fire departments actively recruiting

200+ Jobs

Where Our Graduates Work

Norfolk Fire-Rescue
Hampton Fire & Rescue
Virginia Beach EMS
Newport News Fire
Chesapeake Fire
Nightingale Air Ambulance
Sentara Healthcare
Riverside Health
Naval Station Norfolk

Cost Breakdown

Item Cost
Total Tuition (In-State, 33 Credits) $5,674.35
Total Tuition (Out-of-State, 33 Credits) $12,838.65
Sanders' Paramedic Textbook (6th Edition) $611.63
Uniform Polo Shirt $31.00 + tax
Viewpoint Portal Access $65.00
Sterling Credentials Software $154.44
Physical Exam & Immunizations Varies
VA OEMS Background Check Free