Emergency medicine is a rewarding and fast-paced career field. A degree from EKU’s renowned paramedicine program can give you a competitive edge in the job market and set you up to thrive in this vital field.
- Internationally recognized instructors
- Accelerated 8-week terms
- No campus visits required
- Free online tutoring and career services assistance
- No application fee
- Free textbooks through EKU BookSmart
- Courses begin 6 times per year
- Reduced tuition for active duty military members and their spouses
- Personalized graduation plan
- 18 credit hours for previous experience PLUS additional opportunities to maximize credit
- Hours count toward your degree and your recertification**
Do I Have to Be Licensed?
Yes. All applicants to EKU’s online paramedicine program must be currently certified as a paramedic by the NREMT or a state EMS office.
Up to 12 hours from each of the online paramedic classes may be used for NREMT or state renewal in states that accept CAPCE accredited continuing education.
Emergency Medical Care Careers
Many individuals begin their careers as an EMT. Paramedic training can lead to more opportunities, but training alone may not be enough for long-term career advancement. As the profession grows, individuals will need a college degree to set themselves apart.
Education requirements are expected to increase in the coming years. Those who want to teach in accredited colleges around the country will also need additional education. Lead instructors need associate degrees, and education directors need bachelor’s degrees. As the science continues to evolve, educated practitioners are going to be needed to teach future generations.
Alumni surveys indicate that EKU emergency medical care students hold administrative positions within two years of graduation.
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