Take the leap into a life-saving career as a Paramedic. Equip yourself with the skills needed to help others and make a profound impact on your community.
Program at a Glance
Program Type
2-year Associate Degree
Area of Study
Healthcare
Prepare to Work on the Front Line
Why Choose Germanna
This hands-on program successfully prepares you to take the certification test and become a National Registry and Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services Paramedic.
Career Options
In-Demand Jobs:
- Paramedic
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Flight Paramedic
- Emergency Medical Dispatcher
Salary Expectations
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What You'll Learn
In-Demand Skills:
- Trauma care
- Emergency medical procedures
- Pharmacology
- Advanced life support
Course Highlights
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - Provides training in coordinated mouth-to-mouth artificial ventilation and chest compression, choking, life-threatening emergencies, and sudden illness.
Emergency Medical Technician - Focuses on all aspects of pre-hospital basic life support as defined by the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services curriculum for Emergency Medicine Technician.
Advanced Trauma Care - Examines the assessment and management of trauma emergencies as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) within the Advanced EMT curriculum.
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We’re thinking differently at Germanna and shaping an entirely new approach to career-focused education. Our faculty has extensive teaching experience and can break down complex concepts as you gain more knowledge of the field.
Work Experience
Work experience can help you identify areas of opportunity for advancement. At Germanna, education and training are available for any stage of your career.
Technical Training
Technical training and career-based certificates can further develop the specific job skills you need to advance in your current job or change careers.
Associate's Degree
Our associate degrees can prepare you for entry-level careers, professional certifications, and successful transfer to a four-year school.
College Transfer
Transfer your Germanna credits to top Virginia four-year schools including UMW, VCU, and Hampton U through our guaranteed transfer agreements.
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