The Paramedic program is a limited enrollment, competency-based program. The goal of the EMS Department is "to prepare Paramedics who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession. 

The curriculum encompasses theoretical and simulated learning, clinical, and internship experiences following the National Education Standards and is inclusive of the Department of Education Curriculum Framework. EMS students will adhere to standards as listed in the program Emergency Medical Services Handbook that complies with the Department of Health-Bureau of EMS. This program is a 42-credit hour course that spans three semesters, approximately 12 months. Clinical and internship assignments are required in addition to regular class hours.

Application Information

All students interested in applying to this program should contact Tina Maloy, program director, at maloyt@chipola.edu or 850-718-2403. 

Please see Approximate Program Cost for expenses associated with the program.

Submit both a general Chipola College Application to the college and a Paramedic Program Application 2025-2026 to Tina Maloy.

While Chipola accepts applications through the last day of registration as listed in the college calendar, applications that are submitted earlier improve registration opportunities in desired classes.

Accreditation

The Chipola College Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

CAAHEP contact information:
25400 US Highway 19 North
Suite 158
Clearwater, FL 33763
P:727-210-2350
F:727-210-2354
www.caahep.org

CoAEMSP contact information:
8301 Lakeview Parkway
Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
P: 214-703-8445
F: 214-703-8992
www.coaemsp.org

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