Mar 28, 2024  
2015-2016 VSCC Catalog 
    
2015-2016 VSCC Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Paramedic Technical Certificate


Return to {$returnto_text} Return to: Programs by Divisions

The Paramedic Technical Certificate Program is designed to prepare competent entry level graduates in emergency medical care to serve in emergency care settings such as an ambulance service. Using the most current National Emergency Medical Services Education Standards, discussions include the application of advanced patient assessment, problem recognition, and advanced treatment modalities for medical, trauma, and environmental emergencies. Clinical exposures in local hospitals and EMS Services assure appropriate experience in dealing with emergencies for all age groups including pediatrics and geriatrics.

Students must have a current Tennessee Advanced EMT (AEMT) license.

The program is CLOSED to general enrollment and students are competitively selected. Individuals wishing to be selected must complete the following application process:

  • Application to the College submitted by April 30
  • Application to the Paramedic Program by March 31
  • ACT/SAT scores submitted (students under 21 years of age) or take the College Placement Examination (Compass)
  • Basic EMT Knowledge Examination (see Paramedic Applicant Letter for important dates) 
  • Psychological Profile (see Paramedic Applicant Letter for important dates)
  • Personal Interview

Forms are on-line at http://www.volstate.edu/EMT/

Certificate Requirements - Credits (43)


Career and Salary Information


Career Beginning Salary Experienced Salary Median
Emergency Medical Technician $20,420 $31,270
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician $20,420 $31,270
Paramedic $20,420 $31,270

Career and salary information taken from http://www.bls.gov. Check out this website for additional information about education requirements and preferred work styles and abilities for these careers. Salaries are not guaranteed.

Return to {$returnto_text} Return to: Programs by Divisions